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MontiPalooza to rock city for second year
MONTICELLO — Nordic Brewpub’s 2024 season of outdoor concerts will conclude next weekend with one of its most anticipated events of the year, MontiPalooza, an all-day music festival paying homage to some of the top alternative-rock bands of the 1990s. The second annual MontiPalooza will again bring seven different ’90s rock tribute bands together on one stage in a fundraiser primarily for the Monticello Help Center. “Sometimes you go to...
Big River development is fast underway
MONTICELLO — Along Chelsea Road on the east side of town, construction is now underway at the Big River development, which aims to open nearly a dozen new restaurants and businesses. Big River developers are in the process of executing this multi-phase project, currently in Phase I, taking advantage of about 10 acres of prime, formerly undeveloped land running alongside Interstate 94, with high visibility and excellent access. The first...
Westonka schools earn Top 5 state ranking for second year
The Westonka School District has secured a top-five position in state rankings for the second consecutive year, according to the latest Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment results, further cementing its reputation for academic excellence. Mark Femrite, assistant superintendent for Teaching and Learning, announced that Westonka ranked third in the state for reading and math, and fourth in science. Notably, Grade 3 led the state in both reading and math, while Grade 5 achieved a number one ranking in science and Grade 6 claimed the top spot in...
County, NYA tackle roads; temporary admin appointed in Watertown
Carver County Carver County commissioners recently approved a memorandum of understanding with the University of Minnesota for the proposed Highway 5 and Highway 18 road projects around the UMN Landscape Arboretum. Meanwhile, work continues on the Highway 212 expansion from Cologne to Norwood Young America. Beginning next Monday, Sept. 23, Salem Ave. will be closed between Highway 212 and 122nd St. until late October. The posted detour uses Highway 212,...
Historic sign restored at Union Cemetery
Long Lake residents and travelers along Wayzata Boulevard may have noticed a striking change in recent weeks. The Union Cemetery sign has returned, its bright white letters popping against a deep black background, bringing a nostalgic touch back to the community. But this isn’t just any sign—it’s a piece of local history, recently restored thanks to the efforts of a familiar name. Shortly after Birch’s on the Lake first opened its doors next to the cemetery in late 2015, the sign took a hit. It...
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