In response to summer months riddled with heat, Foley families stayed cool by heading to the local pool. With the National Weather Service issuing recent heat advisories covering central …

During the latest legislative session, state lawmakers approved a $300 million deal to bring funding to nursing homes during a severe staffing shortage. The Gardens at Foley received an …

Linda Koffman’s earliest memory of the historic Hill School bell stems from her early childhood. Many decades ago, she went to school as a first grader south of Ronneby. Her future …

Novak’s Grown-Right Vegetables continues to cultivate a unique bond with St. Cloud State University. The Foley-area based produce supplier is the exclusive cucumber connection for a …

With local youth in search of new activities and organizations needing new members, the recent Foley Community Activities Expo provided both parties with a chance to achieve their goals. Local …

Benton County marriage application FOLEY — The following couple has filed for a marriage application in Foley. — Trey Dolan Erie and Taylor Lynn Walsh , of Sauk Rapids. …

Benton County 4-H’ers know 4-H is key at the Benton County Fair.  Whether 4-H’ers showcased general exhibits or they chose to participate in livestock such as swine, beef, …

FOLEY — The Benton County Fair took place Aug. 1-6 in Sauk Rapids. The following is a list of champion and reserve champion placements received by Benton County 4-H youth. CLUB AWARDS …

A group of Scandinavian settlers that initially held services in each other’s homes made up Glendorado Lutheran Church’s earliest members in 1873 with traveling clergy. Over the weekend, …

Twenty-five years ago, Benton County built a new criminal justice facility. Fifteen years ago, a new highway and public works department building went up. Human services space needs are …

A town’s welcome sign often serves as the community’s first impression for visitors. An initiative from the Foley Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee looks to …

Dan Hanes has built over 100 fantasy-inspired buildings from his workshop in Foley   since 2018, but he is currently adding the finishing touches to one that stands out as special. For the …

Northern Hollow Winery’s move to Foley will be bolstered by a $70,000 microloan. Benton County Economic Development Authority members reviewed and approved the funding at an Aug. 15 …

Deep bass notes, funky rhythms and an inspirational message echoed through downtown Foley streets as a world-renowned musician shared his unique   talents with a local crowd Aug. 15. …

Sitting on lawn chairs and blankets on the grass in Lion’s Park, dozens of families got comfy with their families and neighbors to participate in the annual Movie in the Park hosted by the …

Benton County marriage applications FOLEY — The following couples have submitted marriage applications in Benton County. — Shane Richard Vannurden and Abigail Ann Ellerbusch , …

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Faced with a deadline to set a preliminary tax levy, the Foley City Council met Aug. 15 to discuss next year’s budget. City leaders ended a workshop by agreeing on a 3.56% levy increase after …