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Mound man dedicates retirement to honoring vets
The Fourth of July may have passed, but the enduring message that America is the “home of the free because of the brave” resonates with Gary Marquardt throughout the year. Marquardt serves as the Minnesota state director for Bugles Across America, a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that military funerals feature a live, free rendition of taps by a bugler. Taps, with its instantly recognizable 24 notes, takes about a...
Waconia city council affirms denial of sober house request
The Waconia City Council reaffirmed two recent decisions at a short meeting July 1. One was a decision to deny a zoning accommodation to Battlefield Ministries for a sober living arrangement for up to six persons at a residential property at 415 West First Street. In a lengthy resolution following a June 17 public hearing reported on earlier, the council indicated the applicant did not prove that the requested accommodation is necessary for the amelioration of a disability under provisions of the Americans with Disabilities...
Mound's muni store about more than beverages
Buying a pack of craft beer or a bottle of wine at Harbor Wine and Spirits in Mound offers more than just something to look forward to come happy hour—it helps lower the tax levy and supports the community. But how? “The profit generated from the liquor store contributes to the city’s enterprise fund, which can be allocated at the council’s discretion,” said Mound Mayor Jason Holt. In 2023, Mound’s...
Work continues on projects around county
Waconia’s downtown construction project has moved into Stage 2. As paving was underway recently on Stage 1 at Main, Pine and Spruce streets, crews had begun sanitary sewer work and utility construction on Stage 2 on Main Street between Olive and Elm. Elm Street was slated to remain fully open with pavement until this week when that too will be closed for construction, according to the latest project reports. ...
Delano public hearing 8/12/24: Cemstone CUP/PUD
Notice is hereby given that the Delano Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter on Monday, August 12, 2024 at the Delano City Hall, located at 234 2nd Street North, for the purpose of considering development applications from Cemstone for CUP /PUD, conditional use permit for a concrete production plant and PUD development stage plans and site and building plans for the construction of a new concrete plant and stockpiles for properties in Delano Minnesota legally described as follows.
Local man defends his title Wright County Fair is July 24-28th in Howard Lake
Although only moving at 6 mph, if that, the amount of weight behind two 8-ton combines when they collide lifts the back wheels off the ground and tips the cabs dangerously close together. “It’s scary. The first hit, when the two cabs come up they almost hit each other, it’s...
Delano Community Band Featured Tonight (Wednesday) at Delano Central Park
The General Federated Women’s Club of Delano is welcoming music back to the gazebo at the Delano Central Park this evening (Wednesday) to open its 2024 Concerts in the Park. Tonight (Wednesday), the Delano Community Band under the direction of Mike Bailey will perform traditional, patriotic and movie music.
Neighbors help neighbors during days-long power outage
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - In Nadine Babu's yard, there are still remnants from last weekend's storms. But one of the brightest spots from the last few days came from Babu's home being plunged into darkness. "It was just one of those really considerate things that I wouldn't even think about,"...
Ray J’s American Grill will ‘bring new life’ to Rogers site
A new restaurant is expected to soon be located next to a previously approved brewery in Rogers. The Rogers City Council on July 9 approved a $500,000 purchase agreement for the sale of 2.7 acres of city-owned property at Highway 101 and County Road 144 to Jacob Ventures, doing business as Ray J’s American Grill. “Staff believe this potential sale, combined with the recent sale to Ripple Effect Brewing, will...
Loretto pubic hearing 8/20/24: storm water pollution prevention
Official notice is hereby given, that the Loretto City Council will hold a public hearing on the Annual Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at Loretto City Hall, 279 N. Medina Street, Council Chambers at 7:30 p.m., or as soon as the matter may be heard. The purpose of the SWPPP Annual Meeting is to discuss the progress of implementing the program.
St. Louis Park's Open Mic Night Welcomes The Jeff Copeland Project and Local Talents
Step up to the mic, St. Louis Park. The Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater is gearing up to play host to another Open Mic Night, this time featuring The Jeff Copeland Project. Slated for Thursday, July 18 from 7 to 8 p.m., this event is an open invitation for local talents aiming to serenade the community with their artistic creations. It's a scene set simple — a park, some tunes, and an audience ready to be entertained. So, pack up your lawn chairs and picnic blankets because this is a harmonious rendezvous you don't want to miss.
New Hope’s Movies In The Park Continue this Summer
The New Hope Performance Center brings Hollywood to the suburbs once again this summer, with Movies in the Park. The city will screen movies starting at dusk two more times between now and Labor Day:. The showings are free. The park is located adjacent to New Hope City Hall and...
Intersection Closure in Hanover Thursday Overnight
The Wright County Highway Department is notifying motorists of an upcoming intersection closure in Hanover. Work continues to construct a roundabout at the intersection of County Highway 19 (Labeaux Avenue NE) and County Highway 34 (Beebe Lake Road) in the City of Hanover. Overnight work from 7 PM Thursday evening to 7 AM Friday morning, July 19th will be needed to complete a culvert installation, and will force the closure of the intersection.
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