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MEIRE GROVE COMMUNITY BAND TO OPEN CONCERT SERIES IN STAPLES JULY 10

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The Music in the Park Series in Staples kicks off on Sunday, July 10, at 7 p.m., with the sweet sounds of the Meire Grove Community Band. This is the first concert in the series which will run for five Sundays. The Meire Grove Community Band represents a rich history and tradition that once flourished in nearly every Minnesota small town. Located in Sterns County with a … [Read more...] about MEIRE GROVE COMMUNITY BAND TO OPEN CONCERT SERIES IN STAPLES JULY 10

Jeanette M. Stansbury

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Jeanette M. Stansbury, age 80 of Sauk Centre, passed away on Monday, June 27, 2022 at the CentraCare Care Center in Melrose, Minnesota. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 7 at First Lutheran Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Rebecca Thomas officiating. Inurnment will be in Grove Lake Cemetery near Padua. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at … [Read more...] about Jeanette M. Stansbury

Burtrum City • June 6, 2022

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The Burtrum City Council meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. on Monday, June 6, 2022 by Mayor Ron Strassburg. In attendance was Mayor, Ron Strassburg, Mitchell Bruggenthies, Sharon Erickson, Sara Macho, Chad Landowski and Laura Horvath. Minutes from the May 2, 2022 meeting were read and approved; a motion to approve was made by Mitchell Bruggenthies, and seconded by Sara … [Read more...] about Burtrum City • June 6, 2022

Operation Dry Water set for July 2-4: Leave the alcohol on shore.

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Minnesota Department of Natural Resources conservation officers and their public safety partners are stepping up efforts to keep Minnesota’s waterways safe July 2-4. The increased focus on boating under the influence is part of Operation Dry Water, a nationwide campaign that highlights the dangers of boating under the influence of drugs and alcohol and calls attention to the … [Read more...] about Operation Dry Water set for July 2-4: Leave the alcohol on shore.