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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

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.

Scheduling Now Available at CentraCare Clinics for Under 5 COVID-19 Vaccines

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St. Cloud, Minn. – Beginning today, Tuesday, July 28, parents and guardians will be able to make an appointment for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccination for children 6 months and older. Vaccinations appointments can be scheduled at CentraCare clinics through a primary care provider. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 … [Read more...] about Scheduling Now Available at CentraCare Clinics for Under 5 COVID-19 Vaccines

UPDATE: Highway 10 between Motley and Little Falls – all lanes now open in both directions

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BAXTER, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation has reopened all lanes of Highway 10 between Motley and Little Falls, Morrison County. The highway was previously closed due to water over the road. Check www.511mn.org before traveling for information on road conditions, closures and detour routes. For additional updates, follow MnDOT | Central Minnesota on social … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Highway 10 between Motley and Little Falls – all lanes now open in both directions