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Roadwork from Bock to Ogilvie begins May 13, expect detours
The Minnesota Department of Transportation will begin a $6.5 million project that will resurface 12 miles of Highway 23 — including shoulders, underground drainage structures and updates to access — between Mille Lacs County Road 2 in east Milaca and the Groundhouse River east of Ogilvie, Kanabec County. Crews will complete work in two segments — first, east of Bock to Ogilvie then, east of Bock to Milaca. Here’s what...
Milaca police report: week ending May 2
The Milaca Police Department received the following calls for service: Friday, April 26 9:03 a.m. Received a report of an animal at large on Fifth Ave. SE. 10:27 p.m. Responded to a report of possible animal neglect on Central Ave S. ...
Princeton's 23 finest scholars recognized at banquet
Twenty-three of Princeton’s finest scholars were recently recognized and celebrated at the 38th annual School Board Scholars Banquet. “This event was established in 1986. At that time, the community had a task force focused on encouraging greater academic excellence,” Superintendent Ben Barton said. “This group recommended a creation of a scholars banquet to recognize student achievement.” Seniors and eighth graders in the top 5% of their respective classes were invited...
DNR officer report May 9
District 10 - Mille Lacs area - CO Victoria Griffith (Isle) monitored area ATV-riding, turkey hunting, and angling activity. Griffith assisted with the kindergarten DNR day in Aitkin and an ATV safety class in Isle. Enforcement action was taken for angling without a license and driving an ATV in a state park. A reminder to boaters to check for all safety equipment before hitting the water for the first time this year. ...
Princeton residents injured in Arthur Township crash
Two Princeton residents were injured in a crash in Arthur Township on Friday, May 3. The two-vehicle crash caused non-life-threatening injuries, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. At approximately 9 a.m., Edwina Lohmann, 69, of Princeton, was traveling westbound on Highway 23 near Garden Street in a 2015 Jeep Cherokee. At the same time, Lloyd Neuman, 84, of Hamel, was traveling eastbound on Highway 23 in the same area, in...
Mille Lacs County sheriff report: week ending May 3
The following incidents were reported to the Mille Lacs County Sheriff’s Office: Friday, April 26 2:05 p.m. Responded to a harassment complaint and harassment restraining order violation on 125th Ave. in Milaca. 2:25 p.m. Responded to a fire in Milaca. ...
Sherburne County sheriff report May 9
The following individuals have been booked into the Sherburne County Jail for the alleged offense(s): - Dawson James Dietz, 28 of Zimmerman, MN 55398 for MSD Domestic Assault. - Shane Dean Burgardt, 50 of Zimmerman, MN 55398 for MSD Harassment Restraining Order violation. - David Charles Baker, 47 of Zimmerman, MN 55398 for FEL 3rd...
40 years of family planning with Rum River Life Choices Center
Annual Mother’s Day Baby Bottle Campaign starts May 12 On Mother’s Day, May 12, baby bottles will begin to appear in churches and local businesses around Mille Lacs County. These baby bottles on display are part of a campaign to help community members by raising funds for Rum River Life Choices Center. Every year for...
Sonnek Farms inducted into Livestock Breeders’ Hall of Fame
A Foreston family farm was recently recognized with the honor of a lifetime when it was inducted into the Minnesota Livestock Breeders’ Hall of Fame. “It’s very humbling. We did everything we just loved, and somehow we got recognized for it,” Norb Jr. “Junior” Sonnek said. “I kept saying, if you’re old enough, you might get the chance. People recognized the stuff we’ve done, but for us it wasn’t really a chore.” ...
Princeton baseball extends winning streak to four
The Tigers have won seven consecutive home games The Princeton Tigers remain undefeated at home in 2024 after a pair of wins over St. Francis and North Branch at Solheim Field in Princeton on Thursday, May 2, and Friday, May 3, respectively. Princeton (10-1, 7-1) demolished North Branch (4-9, 4-4) 17-1 in five innings on Friday. The Tigers scored 14 runs in the fourth inning against the Vikings and avenged...
Princeton track teams finish in top four at Chuck Johnson Invitational
The Milaca girls finished second and the boys finished fourth In Princeton’s final home meet of the 2024 season, the boys and girls teams didn’t disappoint, as the Tigers finished in the top five out of eight teams in both the boys and girls team scores at the Chuck Johnson Invitational on Thursday, May 2, at Princeton High School. The Chuck Johnson Invitational is in memory of former Princeton coach,...
Two individuals pronounced dead in Princeton house explosion
A house explosion that took place in the 8200 block of 52nd Street in Princeton was felt for miles in the early morning of Tuesday, May 7. The two individuals, one adult male and one adult female, inside the home at the time of the explosion were later pronounced dead at the scene, alongside their family dog. According to the Mille Lacs County Sheriff’s Office, the individuals were identified as...
Two individuals pronounced dead in Princeton house explosion
A house explosion that took place in the 8200 block of 52nd Street in Princeton was felt for miles in the early morning of Tuesday, May 7. The two individuals, one adult male and one adult female, inside the home at the time of the explosion were later pronounced dead at the scene, alongside their family dog. According to the Mille Lacs County Sheriff’s Office, the individuals were identified as...
Tigers softball defeats Milaca 8-1
Princeton won on Thursday, April 25, in the inaugural Kwik Trip Dirty Cleats game As the sun set on the Mark Park softball field on Thursday, April 25, the Tigers softball team basked under the lights with smiles on the players’ faces after defeating Milaca 8-1. Princeton and Milaca (3-4, 2-2) battled in the inaugural Kwik Trip Dirty Cleats game. The Tigers (7-2, 4-1) won a traveling trophy that will be awarded to the winner of each game going forward. ...
Princeton baseball’s offense roars for win over Milaca
The Tigers defeated the Wolves 14-4 on Thursday, April 25 Heading into its game against Milaca on Thursday, April 25, at Solheim Field, the Tigers scored on average of 10.29 runs per game and scored at least 10 runs in three of their previous seven games. That trend continued as Princeton (7-1, 5-1) clobbered Milaca’s pitching for a 14-4 win in six innings over the Wolves (1-5, 0-3). ...
Milaca Elim Meadows receives Outstanding Leadership Award
Laura Broberg, Administrator at Milaca Elim Meadows, has been honored by LeadingAge Minnesota with the 2024 Outstanding Leadership Award. The award recognizes one leader in older adult services who provides excellent leadership to their staff and organization, enhances the quality of life for residents and delivers exceptional community service. Broberg boasts an impressive 37-year career in long-term care, demonstrating unparalleled leadership. Her journey began in social services, and her dedication...
Local insurance agency named 2024 Independent Agency of the Year
Princeton Insurance Agency has been named the 2024 Independent Insurance Agency of the Year. The announcement was made at the annual convention of the Minnesota Independent Insurance Agents Association held in Prior Lake on April 4th. Each year an agency is chosen for the award based on their commitment to professionalism in the insurance industry and the positive impact they have on the communities they serve. Princeton Insurance Agency is locally owned and operated and was founded in 1902. It serves the area through 5 offices located in Princeton, Milaca, Onamia, Foley and Cambridge.
Upcoming storytimes at local libraries
Preschool Storytime at the Princeton Area Library Children and their caregivers are invited to attend Preschool Storytime at the Princeton Area Library on Wednesday, May 8 from noon-1pm. Together we will read stories, sing songs, and have fun! An optional craft/activity will be available after storytime. Recommended age is 3 through Kindergarten. No registration necessary. This storytime program will be led by Princeton Early Childhood Coordinator, Stefanie Middendorf. ...
From foreign lands to Milaca: Exchange students share their experiences
After welcoming three foreign exchange students into its halls for the 2023-2024 school year, Milaca High School has reached the milestone of having hosted 70 foreign exchange students with EF High School Exchange. For reaching this milestone, EF High School Exchange coordinator for MHS Sharon Jamison presented Principal Damian Patnode with an award for the achievement. “EF High School Exchange would like to present the Global Education Excellence Award to...
Princeton police report: week ending April 25
The Princeton Police Department received the following calls for service: Friday, April 19 8:36 a.m. Responded to a vehicle accident on Rum River Dr. S. at Highway 169. 9:45 a.m. Responded to a disturbance on a school bus on Fourth Ave. N. ...
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