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The Mellow Fellow expanding to the Princeton Mall
Former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura visiting for grand opening The Mellow Fellow is expanding to Princeton with a splash during the Rum River Festival. The family-owned THC and CBD store opened its first location in Milaca in 2022 and is now preparing to open its third location at 114 South Rum River Drive in the Princeton Mall with a grand opening set for Saturday, June 8. ...
Mille Lacs County sheriff report: week ending May 30
The following incidents were reported to the Mille Lacs County Sheriff’s Office: Friday, May 24 3:53 p.m. Responded to a disturbance on Highway 23 in Milaca. 8:39 p.m. Responded to a gas leak wherein a propane tank igniter was stuck in the on position on Highway 95 in Princeton. ...
Community bulletin board June 6
The Union-Times is happy to share your upcoming events. Email items to chloe.smith@apgecm.com Grief Support Group A six-week grief support group will meet from 1:00-2:30 pm on June 12 at the Mille Lacs County Historical Depot. This group allows people who have experienced the death of a loved one to come together in a supportive environment and learn ways to cope with their loss. It is non-denominational and offered at...
DNR officer report June 6
District 10 - Mille Lacs area - CO Victoria Griffith (Isle) monitored ATV, OHM and angling activity in Isle and surrounding areas. Assistance was given at a firearm safety class. Enforcement action was taken on fishing, ATV, and boat violations. - CO Dan Starr (Onamia) worked on equipment items and attended a training session on invasive species. Anglers were checked with the walleye bite being pretty good. Starr covered the...
Princeton police report: week ending May 31
The Princeton Police Department received the following calls for service: Friday, May 24 11:53 a.m. The theft of a camper was reported on Oak Ln. N. 1:04 p.m. A theft was reported on Seventh Ave. S. 2:40 p.m. Conducted a...
Marching Wolves planning for a home run this season
The Milaca High School Marching Wolves have been hard at work since the end of the school year preparing for parade season, with some members beginning practices as early as March. This year, the band has been preparing its show titled “Homerun! Baseball and America!” with plans of debuting their performance during the Rum River Festival Parade in Princeton on Thursday, June 6. The show is baseball themed with a...
Sherburne County sheriff report June 6
The following individuals have been booked into the Sherburne County Jail for the alleged offense(s) during the week of May 20 to June 2: - Jerry Dean Steffensen, 48 of Zimmerman, MN 55398 for MSD Harassment Restraining Order violation. - Derek Andrew Robinson, 37 of Princeton, MN 55371 for GM 3rd Degree DWI. - Kyle...
Local woman injured in Livonia Township crash
A Princeton woman was injured in a two-vehicle crash in Livonia Township on Thursday, May 30. At approximately 9:15 a.m., Joni Mcnutt, 71, of Elk River, was traveling eastbound on 239th Avenue near the intersection of Highway 169 in a 2024 Honda HR-V. At the same time, Nicole Mickelson-Lasser, 34, of Princeton, was traveling southbound on Highway 169 in a 2019 GMC Terrain, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. The...
Milaca police report: week ending May 30
The Milaca Police Department received the following calls for service: Friday, May 24 12:38 a.m. Conducted a traffic stop resulting in the arrest of the driver for driving while intoxicated and drugs on First St. E. at Second Ave. 3:53 p.m. Responded to a disturbance on Highway 23 W. ...
New ambassadors crowned in the ‘City of Flowers’
The Princeton Ambassador Program crowned six new ambassadors for the 2024-2025 year during its coronation ceremony on Sunday, June 2, to help kick off the Rum River Festival. The coronation ceremony serves as a way for the previous ambassadors to say goodbye to their roles and allow them to pass on the title of ambassador to their successors. The 2023 ambassadors were Lucy Beckers and Daniela Hernandez as Little Miss...
MPCA reviews proposed expansion of Distilled Products storage tanks
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has released its environmental assessment worksheet (EAW) for U.S. Distilled Products’ plans to upgrade and expand storage capacity at its distillery and bottling operation in Sherburne County. The expansion consists of three different components including upgrading the capacity of existing tanks, adding new tanks, and constructing a new tank containment area for future tanks. This project would increase the total hazardous material storage to more than one million gallons and require the company to obtain a new permit for...
New Maytag Laundromat holds grand opening in Princeton
Princeton welcomed the new Maytag Laundromat at 210 19th Ave. N. near Walmart with a ribbon cutting on the day of its grand opening Friday, May 31. The owners and their family were celebrated with the help of the Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism and staff from the City of Princeton.
Princeton High School April students of the month
Princeton High School recently celebrated its April students of the month with a breakfast. Back row (L to R): Graham Anderson-Science, Sven Storbakken-Music, Greta Kelzer-World Language, Owen Estenson-Math, and Tyler Stephens-Art. Front row (L to R): Kelsey Wudtke-Student at Large, Alice Heisel-Phy. Ed., Hannah Doty-Social Studies, Bayden Brenteson-English, and Jamison Crooker-CTE.
Milaca schools 2024 semester two honor roll
2024 Semester two A Honor Roll GradeStudent Name 07Anderson, Arieana R. 07Anderson, Quintin R. 07Ashton, Abigail M. 07Barke, Noelle G. 07Barse, Elaina M. 07Belland, Brandy M. 07Blue, Christopher L. 07Brix, Theodore R. 07Byykkonen, Ellie L. 07Campbell, Torii R. 07Carlson, Makayla J. 07Gaslin, Marlo F. 07Gerrard-Zabloski, Lilly G. 07Gothmann, Blake J. 07Habiger, Allison R. 07Habiger, Lacey A. 07Hjort, Liza J. 07Isaacson, Samantha M. 07Jergens, Madalyn L. 07Johnson, Cru J. 07Krauel, Benjamin M. 07Larsen, Laicey A. 07McQuay, Samantha A. 07Michael, Brody P. 07Moody, Madison M. 07Morris, Camryn...
Future is bright for Princeton graduates
The traditional “Pomp and Circumstance” performed by the Princeton High School symphonic winds echoed through the halls of the school Friday, May 31, as Princeton celebrated the graduation of the 2024 senior class. The graduates marched to their seats in the high school gymnasium to cheers from their family, friends, teachers, and supporters. Principal Ryan Jensen opened the graduation ceremony by congratulating the graduates and thanking the community for their...
Princeton baseball’s season ends with loss to Monticello
The Tigers lost 8-3 to the Magic in the Section 5-3A elimination bracket quarterfinal on Saturday, June 1 Two magical innings by Monticello were enough to end the Princeton Tigers’ 2024 baseball season. The Magic (17-8) defeated the Tigers (15-8) 8-3 on Saturday, June 1, in the Section 5-3A elimination bracket semifinal at the Monticello High School baseball field. Tigers head coach Brian Julson said Princeton didn’t play well on...
Tigers track and field to be well-represented at state meet
Teams to compete at the Class 2A state meet at St. Michael-Albertville High School on June 6 and 8 The Princeton track and field program will be well represented at this year’s Class 2A state tournament on Thursday, June 6, and Saturday, June 8. Four athletes and one relay team qualified for the Class 2A meet after finishing either first or second in the Section 5-2A finals on Thursday, May 30, at Monticello High School. ...
Baseball coaches recognized with plaques by players
Parents and players on the Princeton baseball team presented the team’s coaches with plaques to recognize their efforts and support of the players from youth to varsity baseball. From left to right in the front row, the coaches are Steve Bratulich, Jeremy Olson, Matt Peterson, and Chad Olson. Back row from left to right, the players are Eli Christopher, Andrew Schroeder, Eli Gibbs, Lane Olson, Will Peterson, Tyler Peters, Lukas Olson, Niko Bratulich, and Bryce Haubenschild.
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Union-Times is the official weekly newspaper of Princeton and Milaca, incorporating the Princeton Union, est. 1876; Princeton Eagle, est. 1974; and the Mille Lacs County Times, est. 1892. Published Thursdays by APG of East Central Minnesota with 24/7 local coverage found online at www.unionandtimes.com
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