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Tigers finish seventh at Mississippi 8 championships
Five athletes and one relay team received all-conference awards The Princeton track and field teams survived a thunderstorm and strong winds to finish seventh out of nine teams at the 2024 Mississippi 8 championships on Wednesday, May 22, at Zimmerman High School. The Tigers boys team finished seventh with 45 points, while the girls team finished seventh with 29 points. “The Tigers performed well in this highly-competitive conference and across...
Tigers softball’s season ends with 6-4 loss
Princeton finished the 2024 season with a record of 13-9 In a playoff format, there is always the potential for a lower-ranked team to upset a higher seed. That happened to the Princeton softball team on Thursday, May 23, in Delano. Facing elimination in the Section 5-3A tournament, the Tigers lost 6-4 to Big Lake, ending Princeton’s 2024 season. ...
Princeton, Milaca residents involved in five-vehicle crash
A five-vehicle crash in Elk River involved four Milaca residents, and one Princeton resident on Thursday, May 23. The crash on Highway 169 caused multiple people non-life-threatening injuries. At approximately 8:40 a.m., all five vehicles involved in the crash were traveling southbound on Highway 169 near School Street in Elk River when they all collided at the intersection, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. ...
Milaca police report: week ending May 16
The Milaca Police Department received the following calls for service: Friday, May 10 3:48 p.m. Responded to a vehicle accident on Fourth St. NW. at Third Ave. NW. A vehicle ran into the back of a second vehicle that was stopped. 7:21 p.m. Received a harassment complaint on Third St. SE. ...
Fraternal Lodge gifts sheriff’s offices fire suppression tools
The Princeton Fraternal Lodge #92 donated four fire suppression tools to local sheriff's offices on Tuesday, May 7. The Sherburne County Sheriff’s Office and the Mille Lacs County Sheriff’s Office each received two of the devices. The devices help suppress fires to help save more of the structures before the fires get out of control.
Christ Our Light Parish breaks ground at new location
Christ Our Light Parish in Princeton recently held a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the beginning stages of construction at the site where its new building will be built. The event was held at 11700 293rd Ave. NW, Princeton and was also held on the anniversary of the parish itself.
Lisa Fobbe seeking re-election
Lisa Fobbe recewntly announced her bid for re-election as Sherburne County Commissioner. Fobbe seeks to continue her service and build upon the progress achieved during her tenure. Throughout her term as Sherburne County Commissioner, Fobbe has prioritized initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of life for all residents. From promoting critical transportation projects to ensure public safety and accessibility to ensuring access to essential services, she has worked tirelessly to address the diverse needs of Sherburne County. ...
Community bulletin board May 23
The Union-Times is happy to share your upcoming events. Email items to chloe.smith@apgecm.com Princeton indoor walking From now until May 29, 2024. Brought to you by Age-Friendly Princeton: Creating a Community Center Without Walls. The locations are open to the public and please wear clean, dry shoes. The following are the participating locations: Beyond Sport Princeton Fitness Monday - Thursday from 6 a.m. - 8 p.m., Friday. 6 a.m. -...
Milaca High School Senior Awards celebrate achievements
Below are the various scholarships and awards given to Milaca High School seniors by the community - not including those from the MSF Dollars for Scholars - during the Senior Awards ceremony on Monday, May 13. -AAA Awards: Brayden Taylor & Chase Hoebelheinrich - Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota Scholarship: Coleton Kiel -...
Groundbreaking held for new amphitheater at the Refuge
The Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge held a groundbreaking ceremony during its annual Spring Celebration on Saturday, May 18 to celebrate and kick-start the construction of its new amphitheater that will be built behind the Oak Savannah Learning Center. Representatives of the Friends of Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge, Refuge staff, Bernick Family Foundation, Central Minnesota Arts Board, and Sherburne County Swampbucks participated in the ceremony.
Milaca graduates look toward the future
Milaca High School seniors gathered in the main high school gym Friday, May 18, alongside their family, friends, and relatives to celebrate their graduation. The sounds of the Milaca High School band performing the traditional “Pomp and Circumstance” arranged by Jack Bullock and directed by Andrew Nelson echoed throughout the gym as the seniors made their way to their seats. Following the playing of the national anthem by the band,...
Riebe Disc Golf Course expansion now open
Princeton city staff, the Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism, and those who assisted with the expansion of Riebe Park’s Disc Golf Course celebrated the completion of three new holes at the course with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, May 17.
Princeton police report: week ending May 17
The Princeton Police Department received the following calls for service: Friday, May 10 7:37 p.m. Responded to a disturbance on Pawnee St. A suspect was arrested for obstruction and disorderly conduct. Saturday, May 11 9:29 a.m. Responded to a disturbance...
Sherburne County sheriff report May 23
The following individuals have been booked into the Sherburne County Jail for the alleged offense(s): - Thomas Wayne Sorenson, 65 of Zimmerman, MN 55398 for GM Driving after Cancellation - Inimical to Public Safety. - Nolan Jacob Anderson, 21 of Zimmerman, MN 55398 for GM 3rd Degree DWI. - Leonard Daniel Redhorse, 35 of Princeton, MN 55371 for MSD Domestic Abuse No Contact Order violation, and MSD Domestic Assault. - Timothy Kenneth Reents, 38 of Zimmerman, MN 55398 for GM 2nd Degree DWI. - Heather Marie Nelson, 53 of Princeton, MN 55371 for Benton County and Sherburne County warrants.
Charges: Princeton man threatens ex-wife with physical abuse
On Friday, May 17, a Princeton man threatened his previous significant other with physical abuse. Multiple arguments throughout the week and drinking may have contributed to the threats, a criminal complaint filed with the Mille Lacs County District Court states. Michael James Reece, 55, of Princeton, was charged with one count of threats of violence with purpose to terrorize or reckless disregard, and one count of domestic assault following the...
DNR officer report May 23
District 10 - Mille Lacs area - CO Victoria Griffith (Isle) monitored angling and ATVing activity. Enforcement action was taken on angling, boat safety, and ATV violations. Griffith would like to remind the public to reach out to area officers or utilize the TIP line to report information they may have about natural resource violations. - CO Dan Starr (Onamia) worked fishing, ATVing, boating safety, and nuisance animal issues. Overall...
Milaca announces its 2024 teachers of the year
Milaca Public Schools recently announced its Teachers of the Year for 2024 for their dedication to their students. High school social studies teacher Colleen Bell and fourth grade teacher Rachel Arens were the two recipients of the award after being selected from multiple nominated candidates. Bell grew up in Isanti and attended the University of Wisconsin - River Falls for her undergraduate degree, and then St. Mary’s University for her...
Tigers baseball loses to Becker for second time
Games on Monday, May 13 and Friday, May 17 were both decided by one run After letting a three-run lead slip away in a 4-3 loss to Becker on Monday, May 13, in eight innings, Princeton (13-6, 9-3) had an opportunity for redemption against the Bulldogs on Friday, May 17, at Solheim Field in Princeton. Instead, Becker (15-4, 11-2) scored the first five runs of the game, and after allowing...
PHS March students of the month
Princeton High School recently celebrated its March students of the month with a breakfast. Back row (L to R): Trista McGraw-Science, Isabella Bebeau-Art, Kyleigh Noble-Student at Large, and Jenna Bumgarner-CTE. Front row (L to R): Sophia Zarletti-English, Morgan Mundt-Music, Matthew Fouquette-Social Studies, and Shelbi Winskowski-World Language. Not Pictured: McKenna Flett-Phy Ed/Health and Addy Polaski-Math.
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