Benton County has hired a construction manager to oversee its government center project. Commissioners approved an $830,545 agreement with Little-Falls-based Contegrity Group Inc. Sept. 19. …

There will be an open house 90th birthday celebration for John Heintze of Sauk Rapids from 1-4 p..m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at the Sauk Rapids VFW. The celebration will be   hosted by his daughters …

After a hiatus lasting more than two years, Foley’s local lumber supplier is back and managed by the same family as previously, but it bears a new name, Arrow Building Center. Arrow …

WASHINGTON — FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission, will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts this fall.

Benton County residents grabbed their lederhosen and dirndls to partake in bratwursts, polka music and each other’s company at recent Oktoberfest celebrations in Foley. People could be found …

4-H youth from across Minnesota again showcased their learning in the 4-H Building at the Minnesota State Fair Aug. 24 through Sept. 4.  Over 140 demonstrations were delivered and over …

Benton County wants to limit the jurisdiction of its proposed ordinance regarding use of cannabis in public places. Under the proposed ordinance, people would be prohibited from vaporizing or …

Gilman town leaders recently voted to lower the city road speed limit to what council member Andy Schommer said was the lowest allowed by state statute, 25 mph. During a Sept. 19 city council …

Hundreds of young students and their families gathered in the Foley High School parking lot Sept. 21 for an event many children have dreamt about for decades. Foley’s inaugural Big Truck …

Dementia is a complicated and often confusing condition for individuals directly affected by memory loss and loved ones who serve as caregivers. Cristina Rodriguez, a certified dementia educator …

The start of the Minnesota Vikings season is special to millions of fans across the world, but not many supporters display more dedication to the state’s professional football organization than …

People in every community across the globe have their own challenges with mental health. Facing internal battles is part of the human condition, yet the topic is often stigmatized and not spoken …