Willmar, MN News
Willmar, MN News
Kandiyohi County Fair
Willmar Car Show and Swap Meet
Memorial Day / Law Day 5k Run / Walk
Diaz Evans pleads not guilty in shooting
Cyber Monday sales top $1 billion for first time
Migrant Health Service clinic meets regional need
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Willmar committee debates costs of street sweeping
Dayton numbers edge up as ballot recount nears end
Man dies when windmill falls on tractor
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Update: Victim identified in accident involving a windmill and tractor
Police: Milwaukee woman killed for taking call during sex
Canadian arrested with marijuana after GPS mistakenly directs him to border crossing
Committee recommends challenging 'historic' determination on old airport
Storm has Tribune readers on Facebook chomping at the bit
Despite ongoing work, water flowing through dam in New London
Counties continue to finish counts as Dayton holds lead over Emmer
Teen pleads to charge in burglary, as DNA testing does him in
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Man, 41, enters plea for molesting girl, 12
Minn. River-Lake Pepin Friendship Tour a finalist in statewide contest
Event celebrates Ukraine heritage
Highway 12 road report on Tuesday afternoon
Governor recount: Counties continue to finish recount as Dayton gains
Update: Dayton claims more votes as recount proceeds
Blowing snow until 9 p.m. in west central, central Minn.
Willmar declares snow emergency for tonight
In Willmar recount, a slight lead preserved by Emmer
Dayton's lead grows
District now fine to go to arbitration over senior high repairs
Area firms pay MPCA penalties
Two enter guilty pleas for methamphetamine deals
2-business family
Rustlers report: Calves stolen in Stearns Co.
St. Augusta school minibus overturns on icy road; 1 hurt
Nov. 30 Snow report - Minnesota Native Daughter
MN River - Lake Pepin friendship tour chosen as finalist in statewide contest
West central Minn. schools cancel classes today
West central Minn. schools starting late today
Storm warning continues until noon; travel difficult in western Minn.
422 frivolous challenges in Renville County
Update: Snow, wind to continue into Tuesday
Update: Some counties complete ballot recounts, Renville County leading in challenged ballots at 107
Recount off to a smooth start in Kandiyohi County
President to announce two-year pay freeze for federal employees to fight deficit
Robbers take cash from stroke Minnesota victim
Extended break for students at flooded high school
Pawlenty to light last Christmas tree as Minn. gov
Trial to revisit American Indian Movement's past
Christmas in the Old Log Church
Pink Floyd tribute
Turnout pleases store managers as holiday shopping season begins
Wind power moving forward
Exploring program gives young people a chance to learn about firefighting, emergency services
Shoppers eat up Black Friday deals
Willmar's towers meeting financial goals
Warm the Children slowly coming in
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Mpls police arrest 3 teens for 3 sexual assaults
Thanksgiving tradition
Santaland delivers Christmas magic to Madison
Kanye West, Kung Fu Panda star at Macy's parade
Thanksgiving in a hole
Willmar man faces fifth charge of molesting children at home daycare
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Ballot counters hope Minnesotans learned their lesson: Coming up in recount 2010:
Willmar School Board discusses regional cooperation possibilities
West central Minnesota weather forecast is clear and cold
Willmar stores report good shopping turnout
Thanksgiving sales bring shoppers, grumbles
Emmer won't challenge recount if clear he lost
Sarah Palin: Is she a serious 2012 contender or just a pretender?
80 St. Cloud-based soldiers leave this weekend
Reward offered in theft of semi trailer from Renville County
MnDOT braces for winter storm over holiday
Freezing drizzle to continue into evening hours
Accident closes Highway 7 near Lester Prairie
Airport lines move smoothly despite warnings
Bad holiday weather in store for Dakotas
Mn/DOT to monitor, add delineators and signs at Business 71, CR 24 and 23rd Street intersection
Appeals Court: Khat is illegal in Minnesota
Local commuters not shy in expressing opinion, concerns on new intersection
Mistreatment of turkeys at Willmar hatchery is alleged by Humane Society
Willmar daycare is temporarily shut by state during investigation
Winter weather predicted for Thanksgiving break
Midwest police step up seat belt enforcement
Officials warn Thanksgiving cooks of fire dangers
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KMS wrestler recovering from head injury at practice
Law enforcement throughout Midwest step up seat belt enforcement
HSUS investigation makes allegations of abuses, cruelty at Willmar Poultry hatchery
Children's boutique opens at Kandi Mall
Community volunteers help Rice Care Center residents decorate cookies for holiday season
Minnesota Supreme Court rejects Emmer ballot case
Ice-glazed roads blamed in 2-day rash of crashes
Utility looks at multi-step cost hike for water rates
Plea agreement reached with 2nd youth on arson, burglary charges
Man to be deported for molesting 5-year-old girl
Vatican: Everyone can use condoms to prevent HIV
Cold turkey: Mayflower descendants group rebuffed by Detroit Thanksgiving parade officials
22-year old Marshall man dies in crash
State high court rejects Emmer ballot case
Another passenger dies after Saturday night accident south of Litchfield
North Business 71 intersection to open Tuesday
NC woman accused of being in videotaped pranks at pizza shop with co-worker pleads guilty
Tribune's Wednesday edition is largest of the year
Holidaze festivities
Willmar woman dies after being ejected from vehicle
FAA stands firm on Willmar terminal
IRS seeks taxpayers who have not received their 2009 refunds
Update: Vikings fire coach Childress, name Frazier as interim coach
TSA chief: Body scan boycott would be mistake
Supreme Court sets Emmer ballot hearing
Ex-Playboy bunny "Bambi" Bembenek dies in Oregon
PNewsBreak: Vatican insider: Pope seeks to start debate on condom use to prevent AIDS spread
Colorado underwear inventions claims to protect privacy, dignity during airport scans
Florida girl who fell from Wisconsin ride speaks out
Updated: Willmar woman dies in multi-vehicle accident south of Litchfield
Freezing rain conditions continue in much of Minnesota
Willmar man held on $500,000 bail on drug charges
Guilty plea entered in poaching ring arrest:
Gov. recount battle heating up on both sides
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County finding kids permanent homes
Spicer prepares for taxation hearing
Meeker County approves seven-year highway plan
Farm accident injures Wadena man
Police find teen burglary suspect sleeping on bedroom floor of home they say he broke into
Dayton transition, Emmer court case go on at same time
Outgoing Pa. governor admits his driving skills are rusty, promises to practice
Dayton: GOP growing 'desperate' in Minn. gov race
Economy survey: Midwest bankers perking up; highest index since May
Jamestown gets federal OK for train 'quiet zone'
Police: Soldiers accused in Colo. pot burglary say plan was to destroy marijuana, not smoke it
Deputies arrest driver after early morning vehicle pursuit
Judge dissolves Hutterite colony in northeast SD
Willmar Holidaze festivities begin at 3 p.m. Saturday
Bodies of 2 women, boy missing in Ohio are found
U of Minnesota taps Erick Kaler as new president, he signs for $610,000
Court may hear vote testimony Monday
Gimse named chairman of Senate transportation committee
Wood stove led to blaze that gutted local home
Emmer says he's comfortable with governor's race, his post-election life
City Council responds to proposals of the Charter Commission
Emmer, Republicans ask Minnesota high court to reconcile votes
Regional lawmakers get call
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53-year-old found dead in NL river lived nearby
Granite Falls River Front Revitalization saves building
Grocer, fruit company offer $150,000 to man who says lid hit him after exploding from jar
GM: Shares of automaker rise sharply on manufacturing icon's return to Wall Street trading
UPDATE: Kerkhoven man killed in Highway 40 crash west of Willmar
Sarah Palin: I Could Beat Obama if she runs in 2012
Twins manager Gardenhire picked as AL's best
Gardenhire is AL Manager of Year
Emmer takes election issue to high court
Body found in Crow River is identified as Paul Lindberg of New London
Gimse, Fischback, Ingebrigtsen, Urdahl and Westrom named to committee leadership roles
GOP committee chairman are a mix from across the state
Pa. police say man swallowed rings he stole from mom; One ring recovered
Redetermination of county ditch benefits under way on eight systems
Body pulled from Crow River
Vogel, fresh off Election Day upset, says he's ready, eager to get to St. Paul
Willmar man seeks change of venue in sex case
Jail time is stayed for man, 56, in crash that left 1 dead
MnDOT reports opening for intersection on Highway 71 delayed
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Montevideo orders manufactured home park work
Community meeting scheduled on Paynesville school project
Willmar house damaged by Tuesday night fire
Supporters: AIM leader Peltier's health declining
Body found in Crow River in New London
Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce plans to host speaker on government redesign, reform
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Teenager in attack on police faces new charges
Government says it wants to update ADA for cyberspace
After election defeat, Juhnke looks for new doors to open
Facebook effect in full force
Willmar City Council, Charter Commission schedule Wednesday work session
House ethics panel: Rep. Rangel violated rules
Benson woman dies of injuries sustained in July crash
Stabbed Roseville police K-9 is recovering
Murkowski holds lead as Alaska senate recount continues
Police back NDSU football coach Craig Bohl as traffic safety pitch man, despite long speeding record
Minn. Republicans want fewer legislative panels
Conservative Bachman lauds McConnell new position on earmarks
As a queen in waiting, Kate Middleton has options for her title after marriage
Nebraska woman allegedly tries to slice a tattoo of her name off her boyfriend's neck
B is for busted? Woman's name on getaway car's vanity plate leads to fast arrest in NH robbery
Burglar steals safe from Alaska home, but leaves most of the cash behind
38-year-old man dies in hunting accident near Bluffton
Juggler with replica grenade causes bit of a stir at San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf
Kandiyohi Co. Board scheduled to meetsTuesday
Mpls. might have lost Dem convention ground; Urdahl reminds GOP of control
Small town's favorite chef is hoping to bring klub to the state fair
Minnesota recount: The sequel
GOP in power in rural regions tiptoe around farm subsidies
Rice Memorial Hospital announces new patient payment procedures
Drug and device assist in treating heart failure, new studies point out
Finalist for U of Minn. president visits campus Wednesday and Thursday
Driver held in California car-motorcycle collision that kills 5
Minn. bank purchases Arizona bank assets
Ohio girl found alive, bound; no word on 3 others
Springer spaniel stuck on cliff ledge in Colorado rescued by sheriff's deputy
Video: A snowfall report from West Central Minnesota
ADL condemns Glenn Beck's remarks regarding liberal financier George Soros and the Holocaust
Twin Cities and southern Minnesota hits with foot of snow
I don't: Man allegedly tried to mow down woman with car after she refused marriage proposal
New program offers Christmas lights recycling
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Veterans Drive in Paynesville is scheduled to open Monday
Committee recommends approval of airport land leases
Mayor-elect: 'We're going to do the best job we can'
Refugees from Burma settling in for work at Jennie-O store
Recycle Your Holidays Bin Locations
Man apologizes for stealing, dumping Colo. newspapers to protect pal listed in police blotter
Ticket bought for group at Michigan porn shop worth $129M
Obama calls for earmark reform, GOP challenges him to support ban
FBI: Top county officials in Md. tried to flush check from developer, stuff cash in underwear
Bemidji hunter shoots 10-point buck with its own 11-pointer
SDSU rabbit gets a name: Jack
First snowfall of winter
Winter storm warning issued, area to get up to 6 inches of snow
Pittsburgh church tells parishioners to come on in for 2:30 a.m. service, following bar closings
U.S. Supreme Court allows gay military ban for now
Road opens Monday on Paynesville by-pass project
NY driver slams into Jet Ski left inhighway, police trying to find watercraft's owner
Road opens Monday on Paynesville bypass project
Road opens Monday on Paynesville bypass project
Small dog traps big cat in near Coleman in eastern S.D.
Governor race: Emmer taps Vekich to lead transition team
Emmer: I won't improperly delay in Minn. gov race
U of Minn. to name presidential finalists today
For veterans, it's a day of honor from some young fans
Johnson: Search for new prez. at U of M going well
Community Christian School seeking safer crossing for students
Memorial dedicated to soldier killed on Afghan deployment
Pawlenty ups challenge to federal health care law
Winter Fitness Expo is Monday
Area wind projects topic of meeting
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Whoa! No more horsing around for Philadelphia-area teen who rode his trusty steed to school
Many tons of rock blasted away at Crazy Horse monument
Idaho suspect in hotel burglary found next door at 'The Alibi' bar, booked into jail
Minn.'s Pawlenty pulls plug on radio show: his own
Say goodbye to fall, snow may be coming
Ortonville man convicted in infant son's death
Crazy Horse monument to honor veterans with blast
The Alaska recount: Murkowsi, Murkowsky - Count starts, hinging on spelling and penmanship
Denmark's Little Mermaid back in Denmark from China trip
GOP's Bachmann drops bid for House leadership
Ortonville man convicted in infant son's death
Rice Care Center breaks ground for major $2.9 million addition
Students and others talk of the benefits of integration initiatives
Country musics honors its brightest stars
Warning labels for cigarettes could become graphic under health push
Former addict urges parents to say 'yes' to talking about drugs with their teens
Need a pit stop? Just tie the cow to the guardrail on Interstate 84
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Sen. Conrad may leave Budget Committee to chair Senate Ag Committee
Area districts see write-in votes play a large role in the election
NY man looking to score drugs misdials and gets sheriff's 'Crime Stoppers' line
Willmar man hurt in I-94 accident
Empty Pennsylvania house so overrun by rats that they measured 1-foot deep will be demolished
Teen pleads to assault charge for attack on officer
Man gets 66 years in slaying of Mahnomen couple
MNNativeDaughter.areavoices.com blog posts new video trailer
Healthbeat blog: "My doctor is on Facebook and wants to friend me? OMG!!"
Red Wing man convicted of sexually assaulting toddler now faces federal charges for child pornography
Willmar man injured in accident on I-94
Memorial dedication scheduled for Pfc. Clark at NLS High School
Montevideo considers all-day, everyday kindergarten
DeGraff returns incumbents
Morris woman faces prison for her role in cocaine sale
YM Co. adopts social host ordinance
1 person fatally shot in St. Paul
7th lawsuit against MN nursing home filed in SD
New scoreboard expected in Target Field upgrades
Pa. man lights joint to celebrate child's birth
GOP taps 2 tea partiers for transition planning team
Man pleads not guilty in terror group funding case
Benefit Sunday for tornado-ravaged Wadena
Leader in Minn. governor race meets current boss
Leading House Republican wants to keep global warming committee
Rural Park Rapids man faces 11 child pornography charges
Emmer plans for transition, just in case
Willmar School District's '10 audit shows healthy finances, but it's not likely to last
Hand-count of ballots in mandated post-election accuracy test reveals no flaws
He's back: Bush in spotlight, eager to help history judge him
NLS takes look at its AYP plans, report on audit, too
Federal disaster loans available in Redwood and YM counties
Write-ins fill ACGC board as lone filer for 4 seats
Electrical system is fine after ruinous weather
2-vehicle accident closes Highway 71, County Road 40
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Hwy. 71 closed until 10 p.m.; Kandiyohi County Road 40 reopens
Renville man faces charges for driving drunk, crashing with four kids in car
Teen critically injured in Stearns County crash
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Man runs over, kills black bear with combine while harvesting corn in SE Minnesota
Flood disaster loans for businesses will be available in YM County
Renville county to host information seminar, dinner for veterans
Hunters find body in rural Stevens County, no foul play suspected
Panel: Dollars did not trump safety in Gulf spill
Court lets NFL complaint in Vikings case go to state court
UPDATE: Body found in rural Stevens County tentatively identified, no foul play suspected
Lac Qui Parle, Lincoln and Yellow Medicine farmers eligible for disaster aid
Lawyers say winning egg-related lawsuits difficult
Willmar Area Symphonic Orchestra's fall concert
Geological Atlas project to map groundwater and other resources
Obama greeted with grandeur in India
Warm the Children campaign has new partner
Library of Congress traveling exhibit coming to Willmar for two-day stint this week
Integration Collaborative invites public input at Tuesday listening session
Republicans in charge take aim at health overhaul
Change the clocks and the batteries
GOP ready to work for jobs, no tax hikes
Appleton prison may reopen in 2012
Kandiyohi County kids need adoptive families
Rice proposes $101M budget for 2011
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Official city election results show Yanish, 4,121; Heitke, 2,447
Willmar School Board meets Monday
Recount could end by Dec. 14
Timeline released: Recount could end by Dec. 14
Appleton prison may reopen, house California prisoners
Minnesota GOP lawmaker Buesgens pleads guilty in DWI case
Charges for man in rape of pregnant woman
Pawlenty to stay as long as needed, but wants candidates ready to take office
Landfill fees will increase to cover state-mandated fund and cleanup
City Council continues assessing discussion of merger with county
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Kubly supports new minority leader
Local fire departments called back to Bushmills; plant operated through fire
Fusion of ice hockey, water polo
Senate Democrats pick Bakk as leader
Minnesota leads on tornado touchdowns
Prayers for Pakistan will benefit its flood victims
Employers add 151K jobs, most since May
Bullying suspected as reason for N.D. girl's suicide
Time to change the clocks AND the batteries
Information sought in thefts at BOLD school
Victims identified in Red Lake shooting; suspect remains at large
St. Paul man falls from cliff in Hastings
Kubly supports selection of Bakk as minority leader in state senate
Bachmann bid for GOP leadership gets cool reaction from Republican leaders
Senate DFL select Tom Bakk as their new minority leader
Fire burns conveyor belt, grain at Bushmills Ethanol plant
Gimse: 'It was a very good night' for GOP in Minnesota
Butterfield welcomed by Falk to Co. Board meeting
Tight governor's race invokes memories of Franken-Coleman recount 2 years ago
Absentee ballots and write-in votes have election officials working hard
Voters refuse to buy into levy, leaving funding gap
Now they have gained control, next step for Republicans is proving themselves to voters
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Wind turbine company idles Minn. factory
Special election: Ambulance takes voter to polls
Landmark Watson Mile Tree will be saved
FBI: 3 shot on Red Lake Indian Reservation; 1 said to be dead
YME, BBE and KMS approve school operating levies
Harry Reid: Both parties need to work together in Congress
Analysis: A two-person, two-party town in Washington
Another Minnesota recount? Republicans lawyer up for possible recount
Gov. Pawlenty prepared to extend term as governor if recount drags out
Obama talks of working with victorious GOP
Smith retains judgeship in Kandiyohi County
District 20B: Lyle Koenen beats Brian Kohout with narrow 165-vote win
GOP takes over Minn. Senate after nearly 40 years
Otto re-elected as Minn. state auditor
AP: Oberstar is defeated in House 8th District race
Governor's race headed for recount as Dayton holds narrow lead over Emmer, with Horner a distance third
Urdahl elected to fifth term in District 18B
Wednesday morning results of area sheriff's races
For first time in 38 years, Republicans take over Minnesota Legislature
Incumbents return to NLS School Board
Minnesota: Dayton and Emmer locked in tight governor race, GOP sweeps Senate and House
8th District: Polital newcomer knocks out long-time veteran Oberstar
Old airport terminal is now steps from being torn down
Minnesota: Minor problems reported with counting machines
Republicans say they are planning to keep a close eye on votes
Willmar precinct enjoys Lutefisk and Meatball Supper every Election Day
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U.S. House: GOP breaks House Democrats' hold in New England
Area Polling Places
U.S. Senate: Democrat Manchin wins hard-fought W. Virginia race, Tea Party favorite Rand Paul wins in Kentucky,
Website helps families see if they qualify for assistance
Roundup: GOP gains House seats; tea party favorites thrive
DFLer McCollum wins in St. Paul-area 4th District
Minnesota Congress: GOP wave may remove two Minnesotans from chairmen jobs
Minnesota Governor: Dayton takes early lead, candidates expect a long night
Updated: Election polls open in Minnesota, strong voter turnout expected
1st-termers seek to keep 3 constitutional offices
Ridgewater anounces changes in response to funding shortfall
Sheriff: No survivors in small plane crash in Wyo.
Brucellosis found in Ted Turner's bison herd in Montana
Former Iowa congressman Nussle named COO of ethanol group
Grant helps college offer help to first-generation, low-income students
Local initiative examines ways to encourage safe routes to school for students
Blumenthal defeats wrestling mogul for Senate in Conn.
Fate of landmark tree expected this week
Crash kills one near Clara City
Update: Crash victim identified as teen from Kerkhoven
Reward offered for information in Renville County theft
Reward offered for fugitive sought in home burglaries
Governor candidates debate for final time on MPR
Health fair
Group provides consistency for rejecting, accepting absentee ballots
Fall creations
Norwegian candidate: Byberg's accent is heard around the world
Willmar, three other districts seeking operating levies Tuesday
Prescription, OTC drug take-back event is Wednesday
Friday night accident injures one in Chippewa County
Pumpkin carving
Women charged with voting while ineligible
Cowpoke Friday
Open house
Man faces charges for domestic assault, assaulting police officers
Last-minute change made to intersection design
Assessment set for Diamond Lake project
Committee recommends City Council declare old airport terminal unsafe
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Multicultural Market receives federal grant to help create jobs
Halloween song and dance
Rice Hospital awards bids for care center project
Anderson takes first try at running for elected office
Urdahl: There's no quit in him
Politicians visit with Ridgewater students
Election poll on governor's race irks Republicans
City committee proposes using unspent funds for Swansson Field, Taunton Stadium improvements
Storm takes roof of Spicer business with it as it passes through the area
Grand jury indictment for man, 51, charged in bar assault
District 8 Judicial seat: Smith remains steadfast in her desire to serve public
Grand jury indictment from bar assault; man faces life
District 8 Judicial seat: Renville Co.'s assistant attorney seeks seat
Citing family needs, United Way executive director says she'll step down next month
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Kandiyohi Co. auditor's office open Saturday for absentee voting
Co. begins process of turning back roads to townships
Man faces sex charge for allegedly touching young girl
County stats on impoverished kids a mixed bag
ACGC audit shows decrease in district's expenses, but slow stabilization overall
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Stacey Roberts resigns as president of United Way of West Central Minnesota
High winds damage roof of Spicer business
Falk digs in to fight issues facing rural areas
Committee discusses Westside's compliance check violation
District gets community input on proposal to end Cosmos elementary classes
Willmar Municipal Utilities Commission delays action on 16% water rate hike
Home sales jump 10 percent in Sept., but more troubles ahead
Teachers at city schools learning to work with test results
County Board set to meet with Lake Andrew Township tonight
Willmar man, 25, pleads to two drug charges
Assessment hearing for Diamond Lake sewer project set for Friday
Storm floods college building in Duluth
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High winds leave MSP with 1 working runway
Intense storm brings potentially damaging wind
Father found unconscious with son arrested
Indonesian volcano erupts, spews hot ash and rocks
Iran to seize US woman's bail unless she returns
Zombies invade NYC during morning rush-hour
Saddam aide Tariq Aziz sentenced to hang
Koenen promotes hard work, rural agenda
Woman calls for help to save cottonwood from ax
Kulberg: Can-do approach key to success
Emmer uses sister's death as inspiration to seek office
Kubly says he remains focused on all that needs to be done for Minn.
Kandiyohi completes wastewater pipeline at $3.4M cost
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Lawmakers give Dill a hearty welcome back; E85 usage on the rise across Minnesota
Contrast is stark in three men looking to run state
Highway 71/23 near Civic Center Drive now open
Pawlenty, Emmer warn of a Dayton win in Minnesota
Bill Clinton stumps against Bachmann in priciest 6th District race
Former Gov. Arne Carlson endorses Tim Walz in 1st District race
UPDATE: Stearns Co. woman killed in farm accident
High winds will bring a strong fall weather system to area today
Horner lashes out at frontrunners in governor's race
Woman rallying support to save landmark tree near Watson
Charges planned against Pennsylvania woman found with multiple infant skeletal remains in her home
Campaign Notebook: Tom Emmer
Nutrition education enhances county food support program
Gimse wants line-item budgeting
Rice: Partisan politics must end
Latest round of alcohol compliance checks at city businesses scores 95 percent passing grade
Eligibility to expand Nov. 1 for assistance for food
Willmar man faces assault charges for incident in which 2 men were stabbed
Atwater seeking bids for historic hotel project
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Spicer officials OK move to save $77K over next decade by re-financing bond
Arrest made in Swift County copper thefts
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Midwest bankers' survey suggests growing economic optimism
Operation Chocolate Chip Cookie featured in Wctrib.com video
NW Iowa casino construction boosting Sioux Falls
1,810-pound pumpkin in New Richmond named world's heaviest
Paper: Bachmann removed from Minn. voting register
Former President Clinton to campaign for Clark
Democrats chastize Emmer for refinancing home 7 times
Obama, U of M football traffic could intersect
Bjur says he'll be a champion for citizens
Charges for woman in cop chase
Probation for trooper in drunken driving and texting case
Area student to sing during Obama visit
Councilman remains passionate to serve
Bethesda to unveil new digs
MnDOT announces $50M flood mitigation initiative Program not part of recent legislation
$50 million flood mitigation program will help state highways
September Jobless Rate Steady at 7 Percent
St. Mary's sixth grader to sing anthem for Obama visit
Our Voter Guide online has been published
For area farmers, this year's harvest is nearly in the bin; weather has made a world of difference over last year
Horner says race for gov. now between him, Dayton
Six of Willmar School Board candidates support levy
Military's gay policy to remain, if only for a moment
Candidates discuss the issues they'd tackle
Montevideo Council eyeing repair work for the Lagoon Park bridges
Granite Falls moving ahead with Prentice Street floodwall base
Beet truck driver rolls semi, pinned inside cab
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Federal government and American Indian farmers agree on $680M settlement
DNC head makes his way back to Minnesota
Horner says race for governor is now a two-person race
Maine postcard delivered to former college student 64 years after it was mailed
Candidates offer solutions to fiscal and quality-of-life issues facing city
A soggy end to cop chase
Attorney general candidates offer a vastly different list of priorities
Appeals court denies new trial in sexual assault case
Online registration for Kandiyohi County parks to be tested in 2011
Teens are in court after cops assaulted Saturday
City's new wastewater treatment plant project may come in $3M under budget, consultant says
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SD ethanol producer sues former employee
Lawmakers OK millions to help areas rebuild from the weather
Some states preparing legislation to deny citizenship to children of illegals
Fischer: Approach to life serves her well
Vehicle leaves roadway near intersection south of New London
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Hastings minister endorses political candidates during sermon on Sunday
Missing toddler found safe in doghouse
Reporter arrested in Alaska trying to interview Republican Senate candidate
Ammonia leak prompts evacuation in Morris
Minnesota state agencies boost E85 consumption
Stimulus critic Bachmann requested federal stimulus funds for her district
MN 7TH: Byberg says Peterson ignores town-hall meeting requests
Democrats introduce bill giving Social Security recipients one-time payments
Northern school districts reflect on Lehse's career as educator, superintendent after fatal accident
Cookies to be flown to U.S. troops deployed to Afghanistan
Woman gets jail time, probation for fleeing cops while drunk
Henderson senior charged with racketeering filed in elderly scam
Atwater man gets 3 years in prison for standoff with sheriff's deputies
Grocer Supervalu reports 2nd-quarter loss
Beccue touts his experience as key factor
Group files endorsement complaint against pastor
Flu shot reminder issued on the heels of deaths
Crowd gets raucous at Oberstar and Cravaack debate in 8th District
Despite plea, Rice holds firm in ending radiologic tech training
Two Willmar officers assaulted at arrest scene; three arrests made
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Update: Lawmakers approve flood, tornado relief
Bemidji man sentenced to 17 years in prison for murder of a baby
Judge:Inclined to nix delay of gay troops order
Pawlenty's national fundraising push tops $3M
Cass Lake-Bena superintendent dies in Sunday car crash
Update: Emotions run high in disaster session
Missing Minneapolis hunter found dead with gunshot wound to abdomen north of Morris
State Health Department reports first flu death of the season
Horner gathers support from several dailies
Wisconsin woman finds her own stolen wedding dress, helps police solve multiple burglaries
Poll: Those craving change look to GOP
... a brother and a piece of our heart: Tributes from fellow soldiers shared at Clark funeral
GOP rally in Willmar
Mourners pay their final respects
2 Willmar Police officers assaulted at arrest scene; 3 arrests made
Pfc Ryane Clark's Funeral
A breath of fresh air
New facility has benefits for community
Major state dailies back independent Horner for governor
Willmar panel recommends council revise tobacco-free policy in parks
Governor orders flags at half-staff in honor of Pfc. Clark
District 13B: Vogel says time for new perspectives
He's not afraid to rake in the spooky yard
Campaign notebook: Dayton takes shots during campaign
District 13B: Juhnke touts steady hand, experience
Hearing delayed for another defendant in shooting incident
'Operation Chocolate Chip Cookie': More cookies needed to send to U.S. military in Afghanistan
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Peterson: Poll shows large lead in race for 7th District
Minnesota legislators preparing for one-day, disaster-relief session
Tractor, semi crash occurs west of Morris
EDC outlines economic development goals for next five years
Governor orders flags at half-staff in remembrance of Ryane Clark
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Rare rhino calf at SD zoo doing well
Government, American Indian farmers close to settlement over farm loans
Twin Cities archdiocese to be reorganized
Over 100 classic wood boats to be auctioned off Saturday
Belfast mayor leaps woman dressed as tomato, knees her in head
Operation Chocolate Chip: More cookies are needed to send to soldiers in honor of Pfc. Clark
Police: Okla. woman steals doughnut, pees in parking lot, offers sex to investigating officer
Nepal teen just over 2 feet high stands tall as world's shortest man
Stayed sentence revoked, man to prison for sex crime
Students offer fond salutation to 'one of their own'
Anderson campaigns despite the safety of his House seat
Public pays respects as body of slain soldier returns to New London
United Way already at 34 percent of its $915K goal
Arden Hills company buys Bird Island bank
Officials with Willmar Municipal Utilities may consider increasing city's water rates
Walz challenges Demmer for not reading health care legislation
Lakeland teens deaths ruled murder/suicide
Procession for US Army Pfc Ryane Clark
EPA approves more ethanol in gas
Disaster special session set for Monday
Hastings parent charged with assault against volleyball coach
Communties plan to gather along Pfc. Ryane Clark's processional route
Clark procession
Make-A-Wish Foundation presents music-loving teen with guitar
Producing anhydrous ammonia locally may fix ag costs
Clara City man pleads guilty to criminal sex
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Blomkest man pleads to drug, bribery charges
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Wastewater rates for city reviewed by officials for 2011 budget
Teens charged with stealing from cars on Green Lake, taking WPD badge
College fair scheduled for Thursday at Ridgewater
Final suspect in '07 burglaries in court on multiple charges
Pfc. Ryane Clark's body is scheduled to arrive Thursday, procession route announced
Chile's mine rescue continues as 10th miner rescued
Teens found dead in east Twin Cities park are identified, authorities believe incident may be suicide-related
6th District Rep. Bachmann hauls in $5.4 million for latest quarter
Mental health patient overpowers driver, hijacks van near Alexandria
Published October 13 2010 Last of 33 Chilean miners pulled safely to surface
Pickup crashes into Amtrak passenger train in ND, two hospitalized in Minot
Well-known Sturgis bar One Eyed Jack's won't be sold after all
AP sources: EPA expected to OK more ethanol in gas
2 juveniles found dead at Lakeland park
State warns of water treatment scams in Minnesota
Officials in 50 states, D.C. launch foreclosure document probe
Experience key for one; for other it's days of new
2 arrested in Benson for fire, burglary in Alexandria
Snapshot of secretary of state race: Photo ID cards for casting ballots
NLS prepares for Clark funeral, visitation
Willmar School Board approves extended leave for teacher
Gimse, Rice appearing today in Starbuck
Fiery crash injures man in Yellow Medicine County
18-year-old dies in rollover near Evansville
Beet truck driver in train-truck crash dies
Two hospitalized after crash near Silver Lake
Meadow Star Dairy again given preliminary OK for permit
Enjoying Wildcat Cove
Bike ride through the countryside
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Senior citizens brace for Social Security freeze
Shopping at the Expo
Quilters 'recycle' his Sunday best
Horner faces uphill climb as third-party hopeful
Horner rolls out endorsements
Luverne radiology program steady while others flounder
She did ask: Ohio woman arrested after asking whether warrants out for her arrest
Cunningham: Time for change and new way of looking at issues
Prairie Island Indian Community's Red Cloud dies
Foreclosure freeze could undermine housing market
Rice and Gimse will be at forum Tuesday in Starbuck
Madsen: Experience is vital during time of challenging changes
Pawlenty criticizes Horner in endorsement of Emmer
House Speaker Anderson Kelliher takes job with high-tech group
Baby's birth in Ohio scores 10s across the board: child born at 10:10 a.m. on 10/10/10
2 hurt in small plane crash in Rice County
6th District candidates rely on technology for tight race
No Social Security COLA expected for 2011
Hunters rescue couple stranded in lake in Minnesota's Carver County
Legal analysts say law punishing fake war heroes could wind up before Supreme Court
Minn. utility 'Cold Weather Rule' kicks in Friday
Women's Expo 2010 held at Kennedy School
Malpractice verdict contributes to hike in hospital's professional liability premium
Rural Benson man busted for apparent pot-growing operation
Heartland gets a new coat of paint
Women from Lake Lillian ramming incident in trouble again
Salinas omnibus hearing postponed until evidence analysis is completed
Getting ready for Women's Expo
Yanish wants to provide new leadership, new vision
Johnson faces 3 felony theft charges for allegedly stealing funds from Willmar Fire Department
Willmar School Board meets Monday
Records: Drivers refuse medical treatment after rear-end crash on Hwy. 71
Sertoma honors Geselius with Service to Mankind Award
Bremer online grant challenge nets top money for 2 local nonprofits to support youth programs
Minnesota terror suspect deported to Canada
Election Integrity Watch recruiting volunteers to record suspected irregularities
Funeral set for New London soldier killed in Afghanistan
Seat belt enforcement starts today
Special session delayed, but Wadena wants to be part of it
Atwater man in critical condition after collision
NLS Wildcats to go pink at football game tonight
President, CEO of Great Western Bank to retire
DOD announces Clark's death, NLS plans remembrance at football game
Gov. Pawlenty heads back to Iowa this weekend
ND man faces charges for allegedly castrating dog without the owner's permission
Pawlenty blocks health care reform letter to feds
Glyndon teenager accused of beating father with ax handle
Murder suspect: 'I'm gonna die in prison...I deserve it'
Corn fights borers at home, nearby
Area corn harvest begins
Keeping the moisture out
Candidate forum in Benson scheduled Oct. 19
Shuck wants to reshape county programs
Willmar to observe domestic violence awareness initiatives throughout remainder of this month
Release date could be soon for movie filmed in local area
Local family honored for philanthropy efforts across the local area
Lindblad says local voters need a choice
Terroristic threats charge added in case against man accused of shooting pups
Suspect pleads guilty to two deaths in Mahnomen Co. case
Loan change OK'd to decommission wastewater facilities
NL-S Wildcats to go pink at Friday's game
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Target September sales fall short of estimates
Supreme Court hears funeral protest case
NYC's Naked Cowboy says he's running for president as tea party contender
EXTREME MAKEOVER: Photo gallery of home build in Moorhead, Thursday, Oct. 7
EXTREME MAKEOVER: Volunteers sacrifice sleep, personal lives to help build home in Moorhead
EXTREME MAKEOVER: Inforum Web cam of building site
Michigan man, 69, postpones pacemaker to watch football game
'Sexting' case: ND college student's phone stolen, used to send pictures of man's genitalia
It's go-for-broke time in Afghanistan on 9th anniversary of the war
Update: Passenger dies from injuries in crash that killed Norwegian judge
AP Exclusive: RFK-owned copy of Emancipation Proclamation to be auctioned in NYC in Decembe
Falk touts his 'well-rounded' experience
Butterfield says issues need fresh ideas
22-year-old soldier from New London is a casualty of Afghan war
Man killed in crash near Spicer was Norwegian judge
Willmar man gets 21 months in prison for his role in burglary at Little Crow County Club
33-year-old Olivia man faces 17 counts for illegal taking of game
DNR: Zebra mussels found in Gull Lake
Co. Board observes a moment of silence for fallen soldier
DNR fines offer little to prevent spread of invasives
Report: Apple to make iPhones for CDMA networks, including Verizon
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Biden: Choice is stark, not referendum on anger
Minn. GOP leans on Gingrich for late-campaign cash
Highway 169 repairs near Minnesota's St. Peter to cost $250K
Dish, Fox in dispute over television rates, subscribers miss coverage
FBI: Stripper, judge, drugs and guns don't mix
Gene test aims for better heart disease detection
Bachmann finally agrees to 3 debates before election
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Freeport man wins 2011 pheasant stamp design contest
Pickup fire in Watkins under investigation, started by kids with lighter
Waverly man, Cosmos woman arrested on warrants, meth possession
Eden Valley Fire department crash under investigation
Biden: Choice is stark, not referendum on anger
Deer romps through house before East Tennessee homeowner grabs gun and starts firing
One person dead in crash at County Roads 10 and 4
Update: U.S. Army Pfc. Ryane Clark of New London has been killed in Afghanistan
Willmar man sentenced to 41 months for meth deal
Signs will designate Willmar as Yellow Ribbon City
Traffic to be detoured for at least a month
Man faces charge for threatening law officer after crash
Tentative special flood session set for Monday
Battlefield gains national designation
New Twins song: 'Don't Call Them Twinkies'
Foundation considering ways to raise more money for schools
NFL calls objects to Wis. candidate ad showing Moss mooning Packers fans
Candidates for auditor beginning to rack up the insults
List of area soldiers killed in Iraq or Afghanistan
Health overhaul centerpiece endures its share of growing pains
Questions aside, Dayton polls well; Biden to visit Minn. this week for speaking event, fund-raiser
Bottle tossed into ocean by Fla. marine science student surfaces on Ireland beach
Verizon Wireless to pay out millions to cell phone customers wrongly charged for data usage
Wally the Beer Man gets a gig for playoffs
Frazee police chief resigns after harassment investigation
Extreme Makeover: It's a Moorhead family
Third assault prompts 'social moratorium'
Target begins selling Apple's iPad in stores
New Justice Kagan on the bench as Supreme Court opens its new term on Monday
Researchers unveil biggest survey on sex in US since 1994; details orgasm gap, condom usage
Washington state farmers adopting wild cats from Spokane shelter to hunt mice
Newest Chippewa River project aims to make cleanup a profitable measure
A new market beset by delays, ready to fire up
Families face personal struggle with Alzheimer's
Dementia the topic of pair of events this month
Animal shelter issues plea for help with high kitten census
One close call
Alcohol server training available Monday
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Probation for man, 35, charged for possessing meth, coke
City Council to meet Monday
Care providers benefit from casino
Co. commissioners meet Tuesday
$2.9M contract for Montevideo levee
Incident involving statue hung from Crookston college campus building believed to be racially motiva
Bank run will cost state $1.6M or more
Washington wealthy clash over income tax on rich
Report: CN blames employee error for train collision near Two Harbors
Sheriff reminds drivers to watch for farm equipment
Grand jury finds fatal shooting justified
Update: NTSB investigating train collision
Emanuel gone, Rouse in as chief of staff
GM posts sluggish Sept. sales, sign of slow autumn
Local citizens honored during ceremony for doing the right thing
Willmar Coin Laundry provides same-day laundry service, installs efficient machines
Pawlenty, lawmakers eye 1-day special session for flood funding
Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce supports operating levy
Obama wants longer school year, weaker teachers to be shown door
Kandiyohi Co. Sheriff offers $500 reward for info on nighttime burglaries
Development of guidelines discussed for cooperation on activities
Willmar man faces four more counts of crim sex conduct, allegedly touched three more victims at dayc
Man arrested after suspicious activity near middle school
One-lane traffic on Highway 67 east of Granite Falls
Willmar Municipal Utilities applies for improvement permit for power plant
Attorney says 'sexting' Wis. prosecutor to resign
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Owner claims mystery photos found in Iowa flood
5-year-old central Minnesota girl getting off school bus hit by passing car
Flood damage assessment teams begin work in SE Minn.
Leech Lake investigates pipeline payment
Kjergaard hosts meeting on levy this afternoon
Former President Carter in Ohio hospital
Minn. faith groups gather for prayer service in response to Muslim anger
Stearns Co. Sheriff: Sheriff: No break in case of Jacob Wetterling, missing since 1989
Reconfiguration of buildings may result from YME upgrades
Simplicity, flexibility needed for family services to succeed
Local kids could benefit from week-long Internet fundraiser
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Willmar Lakes Area Chamber Of Commerce supports operating levy referendum
Benson residents urged to report suspicious activity after garage burglaries
Pawlenty, lawmakers planning a flood-funding session
Voter Guide planned for Wctrib.com; candidate info sought
Pawlenty, lawmakers to discuss flood relief
'Fresh' approach to education at YME
Sew-a-thon
Sew-a-thon Held at Willmar Community Center
Sheriff's posse training in Litchfield
Minnesota secretary of state registers voters at Ridgewater
Portions of Marsh Lake islands to be closed for waterfowl hunting
Paynesville bypass work on schedule
Business 71 intersection safety improvements begin Monday
Still some optimism but muddy harvest expected
Will it take special sales tax to move forward on Highway 23?
Gimse: Agreement reached with bank on loans, taxes now paid on development project land
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Evacuations hit 70 homes in Owatonna
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Dam weakened in Olmsted Co. community
Governor Pawlenty will tour flood damage in southern Minnesota
Worthington: Floods strike southwest Minnesota counties
Moondance Jam founder Bill Bieloh dies
School Board candidate Bollig withdraws from race
Highway 14 closed from Lamberton to Highway 71 junction due to flooding
Update: Bomb threat prompts evacuation of Luverne school
Governor candidates find education policy differences
For most part, area escapes madness to south
Man in prison for murder won't be charged with bank robbery
Minnesota and Wisconsin governors issue emergency declarations
Swift County starts composting Wal-Mart's waste foods today
Candidate forums begin Tuesday in Willmar; area legislators scheduled to be featured at first event
Clara City Police investigate 11 early morning burglaries
Harvest likely to be slow because of floods
State Highway 68 in Morgan has re-opened
Man gets five years in prison for gun crime, stolen property
Pawlenty declares state of emergency due to flooding, city of Pine Island closed
Heavy rain causes road closures, evacuations across southern Minn.
Police cite 24 for underage drinking
Abbott recalls infant formula on bug contamination
Flooding forces Wis. downtown evacuation; flooding reported in some southern Minn. towns
Flood waters over Highway 68 near Morgan
Feds: Near-collision of 2 planes over Minneapolis
Willmar City Council discusses status of mercury-contaminated site on S.W. side
Willmar alumni and students reviving traditional display of Cardinal Pride
Kjergaard will host 3 sessions to talk about school levy
'Wave after wave' of thunderstorms expected through the night
Program could provide health insurance for businesses in Meeker County
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Homer Hankies return to Minnesota in support of the Twins
Buesgens says he needs to fix things, resigns as GOP consultant
MnDOT urges motorists, farmers to share the road
UMinn scientist killed in hit-run crash
World's oldest man, born 1896 in Melrose, Minn., marks 114th birthday in Montana
Woman says 'sexting' Wis. DA harassed her as she sought pardon for teenage drug conviction
Ridgewater College recognized for service to military veterans
Renville Co. wins latest round in court battle with co-op
World's oldest man, a Minnesota native, marks 114th birthday
Dayton delivers second budget-balancing plan, this time focusing on a group of small tax hikes
Co. takes step back from plan for Eagle Lake road
Officials approve key step for wind farms
16-year-old gets probation, community service for garage burglary, fire cases
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Benson OKs max levy, talks with parents of fourth-graders
'Wave after wave' of thunderstorms expected through Thursday night
GOP Minn. legislator arrested on suspicion of DWI
Minnesota to use wasps to fight emerald ash borer
Willmar students select their homecoming royalty
A smoother approach ultimately awaits
$1.5M bail set for Willmar man, 26, hit with attempted murder of officer
Shots at officer recorded on surveillance video
Minnesota River board supports market incentives for conservation
Willmar's chief of police says major crime incidents are not connected
Combat vets can access new counseling service
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Maine, Iowa egg producer separates business, charity work
Judge backs Minn. disclosure law on political cash
The L you say? It is critical to gov. race in Minn.
It's a mixed bag for the candidates hitting up early voters
Gulf well is dead, but challenges remain
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Budget plans full of blanks; Juhnke critical of the way Emmer handles campaign stops
GOP Minn. legislator arrested on suspicion of DWI in Wright County
Republican Durenberger backs Democrat Walz in southern Minnesota's 1st District
Brandon man killed in backhoe accident
Bail set at $1.5 million for Diaz Evans, charged with attempted murder for shooting at cop
Sew-at-thon to assist vets
Celebrate Art!,Celebrate Coffee! draws a crowd to Willmar's downtown area
Willmar high homecoming scheduled next week, homecoming coronation Monday night
Willmar high homecoming scheduled this week, homecoming coronation Monday night
Connecticut GOP Senate candidate O'Donnell appears in 'witchcraft' clip, she cancels
Police: Jamestown man shot after threatening officers with shotgun
Willmar man charged with stealing funds from local fire department
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You don't see that everyday
Buildings at Kandiyohi County Fairgrounds damaged by vandals
Licensing deal for hot new apple under fire
Willmar City Council committee reviews neighborhood guide of ordinances
Variety of activities to highlight homecoming next week
Arraignments delayed for suspects linked to shots fired at officer
Integration effort recognized in annual Kids Count report
Dallas man and son turn themselves in 20 years after disappearing
National corn group having call on VeraSun letters
Arraignments Monday for shooting suspects
Four jailed after shots fired at officer
Ridgewater College, Hong Kong medical programs develop partnership
Dazzling fall color season predicted for region
Xcel planning to remove large dam; upstream water users say they're worried
Three area students are National Merit semifinalists
Atwater proposes hike of 4 percent to its levy over 2010; final action will take place in Dec.
NL takes stand against adults who host drink parties for kids
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Officials tour city's new treatment plant; public gets a look Oct. 22
Free admissions workshops set to guide students in selecting college
Minnesota defenders: Caseloads becoming too great
Smoking bans help curb asthma attacks in youth
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NLS reports greater enrollment increase than expected
Montevideo School Board discusses the impact of district's cuts, classroom sizes
Teen pleads not guilty to sexual assault at Granite motel
Farmers who got VeraSun letters are urged to reply
Four men in jail after SE Willmar home invasion, shots fired at officer
Trooper pleads to charge in drunken accident
Emmer outlines budget plan, includes local cuts
Marcil planning to step down as CEO of Forum Communications Co., publisher of Fargo Forum
Sacred Heart man faces attempted murder charge
Renville Co. puts teeth in beet plant discharge permit; large fine possible
Broadband grant funds available for those in the local area
Willmar School District adding teachers with one-year, $920K federal payout
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Browerville 18-year-old critically injured in head-on crash near Parkers Prairie
Investigators say egg company knew of salmonella
St. Cloud loses TSA equipment
Electrical problem means no math problems today for YME students
Detour on Highway 75 in Madison begins today
Clark, Bachmann hit each other with negative ads
Grass Lake restoration discussed at meeting attended by stakeholders
State group could assist in downtown revitalization
Marcil Sr. retiring as Forum Communication's CEO and publisher of The Forum; will remain FCC bo
Wind turbine sidelined over weekend due to an oil leak
Willmar Municipal Utilities invests $2.6M in new wastewater treatment plant project
Deficit on pace to hit $1.3 trillion
Willmar OKs 1.3 percent preliminary levy increase for next year
Women's Fund looks to improve life for women, girls across area
More nighttime burglaries reported
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State health officials report influenza cluster in metro-area long-term care facility
Yellow Medicine Sheriff seeks info in Porter jewelry heist
Harley-Davidson's union approve labor contract
Best Buy 2Q net income jumps 60 pct on sales rise
Candidate Dayton turns to Clinton to build bankroll
Iran releases detained American woman
Burnsville artist wins Minn. duck stamp contest
Fed gov tp try again to 'delist' wolves in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan
DWI crackdown nets large number of arrests
Atwater Threshing Days
City Council approves Garfield condition report
State says city won't get storm water credits for Grass Lake project, but project planning cont
State continues to look for partners in mental health care
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Boehner says he'd support a tax cut for the middle class
Political star power summoned for Minn. gov's race
Fromer Gov. Arne Carlson endorses Tom Horner
Library book returned 35 years later, $1,400 fine avoided
Fergus Falls man accused of assault, firing gun into ground
NYC Imam says resolution to mosque debate in works
Lane on Willmar bypass closed
Sheriff: More nighttime burglaries reported
Grape Stomp
Willmar Area Muslims Observe End of Ramadan
Area Muslims observe end of Ramadan at Willmar Civic Center
Recycle
Willmar School Board members have videos on website
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City Council opposes loss of veto power over Municipal Utilities Commission
Willmar School Board meets Monday
Islam controversies cast shadow over 9/11 events
Report: US must deal with homegrown terror problem
Home destroyed by fire
Fears of a second recession ease, at least for now
It's that time of the year again
Man faces felony for harassment, drive-by shooting still under investigation
Great place to be on a rainy day
EDC eyes greater emphasis on supporting existing local businesses
Uptick in surgery volume helps fuel profitable month for Rice Hospital
Willmar gets funding help to improve fields at high school
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Soldier from Iowa to get Medal of Honor
Report: Iran cancels American's release
Fire and rescue personnel respond to house fire in SW Willmar
Man charged with molesting girl, 5, at day care is released on $25,000 bond
Closed Appleton prison could receive federal contract
School District goals, past-due lunch policy approved in Benson
Meeker County budget goes down but levy goes up
Benson City Council approves 2011 general fund, levy
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Health costs and prison closure lead to levy hike in Swift Co.
President stands firm on tax agenda
Willmar to receive Yellow Ribbon City award for service to military members
Florida pastor cancels Quran burning; mosque move deal is denied
House Fire in SW Willmar
Dorn farmers advised to get legal advice on VeraSun letter
Montevideo native Hennen removed from Fargo radio station management
Pawlenty leaves state again, heads on trade mission to China, Japan
Pres. Obama implores minister to call off Quran burning
Local students return to school fresh from their summer break
New bus lot works well for Roosevelt, vehicle congestion an early annoyance
Partnerships key to trimming government expenses and taxpayer savings
Willmar man faces sex charges for alleged assault of 5-year-old girl a decade ago
Five people facing a slew of drug-related charges for pot deal involving 11-year-old
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Police looking into drive-by shooting on city's S.E. side
Rice to close its School of Radiologic Technology in July 2012
Kandiyohi County certifies 2011 levy, budget
Expert: High risk of Asian carp invading Great Lakes
AP Exclusive: Back in business after peanut deaths
Dayton: Clinton, Biden will stump in Minn. for him
Florida minister: Sept. 11 Quran burn still planned
BP report blames its actions, others for oil spill
Mathies named volunteer of the year
Minnesota governor hopefuls debate at Duluth Chamber forum
Atty: Minn. car dealer to plead guilty to fraud
Enrollment to fluctuate throughout year, superintendent says
Speaker offers teachers tips to reach across the boundaries of local cultures
New report finds money can buy you happiness, to a point
Aggregated purchasing helps Rice save money
Schools re-open in Minnesota, so drivers watch out
Five people face drug charges after bust in Benson
Wisconsin man drowns after falling out of fishing boat on Chippewa River
One man injured when St. Paul sidewalk gives way
Wadena students head to temporary classrooms as school year opens
Pawlenty changes tune, decides to take $260 million in federal Medicaid aid
Rice Hospital to discontinue School of Radiologic Technology
Aviation Day held at Willmar Municipal Airport
Aviation Day is Sunday
Aviation Day hopes to spark young people's interest in flying
Communication blitz prepares ACGC for 4-day week
Ownership of Spicer's Girl Scout camp is in home dist.
Commissioners to hear plan on combining offices
17-year-old faces felony charges in race-charged assault
On cold day at Minnesota State Fair, gov. debate gets a little heated
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Federal judge blocks Neb. ban on flag mutilation
Weather Service issues wind advisory for today
Rubber bracelets motto raising concern in SD schools
Hwy 40-County 5 intersection accident
Willmar man sentenced to nine years in prison for meth
Willmar Schools' boss addresses Chamber about operating levy
More Dems siding with GOP over Obama proposal to let taxes rise for nation's richest
Son of gubernatorial candidate pays fines for underage drinking
Brass talks of merging assessors in city with the co.'s office
City might tap search specialists to replace Schmit
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United Way's Day of Action Crew from the West Central Tribune Builds Shed
Now anyone can literally fix the state's $6B-in-the-hole budget
Local medical providers are getting prepared to offer 2010-11 version of the influenza vaccine to pa
Willmar man faces charges for assaulting 5-year-old at rural daycare
Prison stay revoked for 23-year-old Sartell man for having sexual relationship with teen
At least for a year, school districts can breathe big sigh of relief
Q&A on the flu
Detour in place in Edwards Township due to bridge work
Write-in candidates sought for ACGC School Board
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Menahga man arrested for driving 178 mph sentenced for DWI
Old Highway 19 bridge south of Morton closed to vehicular traffic
VeraSun asking farmers for repayment of funds
Gulf oil rig explodes off La. coast
Eight local soldiers died in Mideast
Stimulus money to help ACGC hire kindergarten teacher
Pawlenty orders state to stay out of Obama's health plan
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Ohio police say man named Frankenstein exhibits monstrous behavior while in police cruiser
New York imam: Mosque fight about Muslim role
Midwest survey suggests some recession fears
Activities galore for youngsters at New London-Spicer Early Childhood Fair
Time to 'turn page'
City sales tax raises $7.7M for variety of projects
Hundreds from area deployed; seven lost their lives
Court says arbitration on Senior High roof good to go
Obama's goal: End Iraq war, then win peace in Mideast
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Utilities Commission tables action on next phase of study of power supply
Meeker County sheriff asks property owners to identify their stolen items
Local Heartland manager to receive national anti-poverty award this week
UPDATE: First Street has reopened
Three facing drug charges for selling cocaine
Starbuck woman airlifted after Glenwood crash
Minnesota men survive wild crash in SD
Governor rejects some federal sex ed funds
FEMA: US evacuations may be required for Earl
Clear backpacks for some Duluth students
Albert Lea HS cuts cheerleading
Gas leak closes part of First Street in Willmar
Golfer's swing snags rock, sparks fire
'Silver for soldiers' challenge seeks to benefit troops from the region
U.S. grapples with bedbugs: Pesticide misuse becoming a concern
New Habitat home to be constructed
Creative marketing at farmers market
'Miss Mitchell' serves a new mission
Raymond Harvest Fest
'Modern Family,' 'Mad Men' win Emmys
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One man seriously injured in melee on Willmar street
Feds arrest 370 immigrants in 10 states, including Minnesota
American Indians gather at Mount Rushmore to mark occupation
Cass County Sheriff's Office reports that a missing man was found dead.
Garage burns in Darwin, teen allegedly admits to playing with matches
Minnesota beekeepers to speak out against 'honey laundering'
Updated: Hurricane Earl lashes Caribbean, may head for US east coast
Duluth mosque to stay open after money goal met
James House expands services to help families of addicts cope
Woman pleads to fleeing an officer, obstruction, drunken driving charges
Owatonna man gets jail, fine, probation for selling LSD, marijuana, pills
Enjoying last days of season
Women facing charges after allegedly ramming their vehicles into another
Man faces arson charges for fire at his auto shop
Man faces assault charges for allegedly stabbing woman
Days after being sentenced for sex with 14-year-old, man charged with getting other teen pregnant
Local families have decades-long tradition at Minnesota State Fair
Rice eager to resume campaigning after suffering brain hemorrhage
Animal shelter
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Man airlifted after vehicle hits home near Dawson
Lien issues are being resolved at beef plant in Aberdeen, S.D.
Salmonella found in chicken feed on 2 Iowa egg farms
Senate 13: Rice being treated at Abbott following medical incident during Thursday appearance
Umbrella group adds structure to Minn. tea party
Bemidji teen on jet-ski saves struggling swimmer
Mukwonago school officials to defend 'Indians' mascot
Preliminary numbers show enrollment at Ridgewater is up between 2.5 and 3 percent
This year's Minnesota State Fair festivities begin with a greeting from Spicer's mayor
Moving road will improve safety, co. contends
Bernanke's next tool for the economy may be power of persuasion
Bail set at $100K for man who reported own crime
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B-25 bomber scheduled to fly Saturday into Granite Falls; free tours available to public
Dustup over group's charge that coal ash from Big Stone plant contaminating area
3 women injured as their SUV allegedly rammed
Berenstain Bears to be translated into Lakota language
Data point to another downturn lurking in shadows
Minnesota State Fair opening 12-day run
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Friends mourning Milwaukee teen get fined
Kimball man killed in Highway 55 crash
Sarah Palin is a central figure in tight Alaska Senate race
NEW YORK POST: MSNBC's Ed Schultz goes off in 30 Rock newsroom
Political civil war raging within Republican Party
Bail set for Clara City suspect arrested after search
German man develops headache, doctors find bullet from five years ago
Board seeks input tonight on Kandiyohi County Roads 9, 26
Local man in court for having pot delivered to his house
An impermanent address
In the second of three debates, governor candidates offer varying building plans
A 'bright spot' for a weak economy
New voter registration 'lookup' service launched at Minnesota State Fair
Spicer man dies after scooter crash
New wastewater treatment plant successfully completes test run
Rural Minn. waiting for high-speed Web access
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Biofuel plant in Wyo to work with sugar cane waste
State AGs: Craigslist should drop adult services
Police: Wis. ride operator stunned by girl's fall
Wadena students to return Sept. 7
SW Minn. schools start early, face heat challenge
Pawlenty: Ford still plans to close St. Paul plant next year
Gov 2010: Candidates all favor 2011 public works bill at different levels
Kickflip
Willmar man pleads guilty to drug charge
Drop the clutch
Franken hears pitch for local, co. renewable energy plans
Home sales plague recovery
Renville County and Bird Island remain at odds over ditch issue
Police search swath of area after man calls in own crime
Millions heading the way of Interstate 35W bridge collapse victims as settlement reached with engine
Atwater man in court for allegedly pulling a gun on his housemates
Horner would mix cuts, tax increases
States use K-9s to search for smuggled cell phones
Supporters: Church ignored in NYC mosque furor
Report: NYC, Philly, Detroit top bedbug list
Roadwork on Highway 71 will create delays
Home sales plunge 27 percent to lowest in 15 years
Detour on County Road 4 begins Monday
SW Minn. schools start early year in the heat
Obama mulls options after stem cell plan blocked
Mankato mayor arrested for DWI in Golden Valley
Woman, 31, sentenced for selling pills to task force agent
Lac qui Parle County takes to the open road to put the digital divide in the past
Landfill, health insurance costs casue for bulk of co. levy increase
Heitke proposes $25.6M budget
NLS likely to see enrollment increase when new year begins
Minn. wheat, barley, oat producers make progress
FDA commissioner says agency needs more authority
Passions rise at dueling NYC mosque demonstrations
Mother sues Minn. clinic over daughter's death
Minn. salesman donates NASCAR tickets to veterans
Lawyers in 35W bridge case to make announcement at noon today
Two treated, released after motorcycle-deer crash
Engineering firm to pay $52.4M in 35W bridge collapse
Bridge settlement includes $1.5M for memorial
Tiger Woods, wife officially divorced
Shelter House changes name to reflect broader mission
Second Iowa firm recalls eggs
Fall victim's mother says it's 'miracle' she live
Ohio bear kills caretaker; owner had convictions and had raised ire of animal supporters
Suspect arrested after gun incident on Diamond Lake
Wahpeton, N.D., couple escape injury in Indiana plane crash
Shareholders urge Target to look at political giving
Head-on crash with dump truck near Menahga, kills one Thursday
Arizona fugitive and fiancee arrested at campsite
Twin Cities Republican Webmaster is criticized for his posting of the video
Family art exhibit
Head of turbine manufacturer meets with Willmar Utilities officials
One, final ride
Registration day at Willmar High
Iraq war vet kills pregnant wife, daughter, self
Highway 23 in Marshall reopens Saturday
Pavement work continues between Fairfax and Hector
Legacy Run makes stops in the region
Write-in votes will likely elect school board members: School board filings
City Councils OKs money for drawings of new Corn Palace in MItchell, S.D.
Squirrels knock out phones at Iowa school
Judge: No merit to Fargo's Ten Commandments monument suit
Road work begins today between Fairfax and Hector
Vikings' Harvin taken away by ambulance after migraine attack at practice
Story that captured hearts of Minnesotans comes to end as Deputy Dewey is buried
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Willmar man faces charge for providing meth for drug deal
A horse lover's passion, memories for sale
Last U.S. combat brigade heading home from Iraq
Initiative turning to those who make big difference
New state law on lead contamination irks two members of the city council
Flood mitigation tops Granite Falls Council agenda
Sheriff Deputy Dewey remembered as a hero
Sweat-stinking driver in Wis gets a change warning
Flight attendant takes baby seen slapped by mom
Sheriff warns of money scam, urges citizens to research charities
Update: Concrete truck, car collide Wed morning on Hwy 71/23, both drivers refuse medical attention
Church prepped for demo
Raymond man jailed for leaving explicit messages for neighbor
Co. officials look ahead at key road projects for next 5 years
Say what? 1 in 5 U.S. teens has slight loss of hearing
Chippewa County approves asphalt storage facility over neighbors' objections
Drug sale charge dismissed, judge rules deal was entrapment
Field of 8 for 3 seats for School Board race in Willmar
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Court upholds fine for unlicensed teachers
WikiLeaks: US Army willing to discuss Afghan files
Truck accident slows traffic on highway north of Willmar
Red River Valley sugar beet harvest beginning
Gov. hopefulsto debate today at business meeting
AFL-CIOgives full backing to Mark Dayton
1 charged in Albert Lea abuse case pleads
DNR: Zebra mussels widespread in Lake Minnetonka
Sheriff: Mother of SC toddlers confessed to suffocating children, driving car into river
Mail carrier returns Ala. man's high school class ring 14 years after he lost it
Ordinance requires property owners to remove diseased and infected trees at their own expense
Stuffed to the brim
Farmers offer their thoughts on the 2012 farm bill
Block nurse program undergoes restructuring; chairman says shift is to enable continued growth
Democrat says GOP workers' presence is intimidating voters
Installation of rural intersection lighting to begin across region
Man charged for paying informant to 'throw' testimony
Emmer won't attend greater Minn. governor debate
Filings for local elections will close today across Minnesota
Blago guilty on just 1 count; feds vow retrial
Paynesville Area Hospital Foundation receives $25K grant for safety project
Motorcycle fatalities are up at Sturgis rally this year
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7 Minnesotans sickened in salmonella outbreak linked to eggs
Klobuchar staff in Willmar today for farm bill discussion
Seedlings from MN state forest nurseries on sale
Ex-Blackhawks star Byfuglien brings Cup to Roseau
Jetliner crashes on Colombian island; 1 killed
Morton man hurt in ATV crash along highway
Gates plans to retire next year
Man shot by police in critical condition
Pa. man, 78, rides roller coaster 90 times in day
Robert Wilson, bassist for the Gap Band, dead
1 charged in Albert Lea abuse case pleads
Girl Scouts volunteer to 'Stuff the Bus'
Hot dog contest
Advocates say Army misdiagnosed many soldiers suffering from PTSD
County Fair board thankful for response to Thursday's storm
Green Lake group to rally for containing zebra mussels
Student experiences help boost hospital's recruiting
Klobuchar staff in Willmar Monday for farm bill meeting
Parade of antique cars
Peterson said he supported jobs bill to bring Medicaid funds to state
Unique forms of entertainment wow fair crowds
Explosive start to gov. race
Testing of wastewater treatment plant to begin Monday
Willmar School Board now has 3 candidates
Progress of Lake Country Wind projects to be discussed Monday
Rains overwhelm Granite Falls sewer system
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Lawyer: Jet Blue flight attendant wants to return to air
General election governor's race generates in new debates
Night brings bad weather, more rough weather coming expected
3 Florida kids buy plane tickets, fly alone to Nashville
Obama signs $600M border security bill into law
Turnout for primary highest in Minn. in a decade
106 and going strong
State's 3 major gubernatorial candidates seek end to negative campaign ads
150-year-old farm, top seniors spotlighted
Police say local man drowns in northern Minn. lake
Hugoson is taking bullish approach to ag's potential, future growth
Tornadoes touch down in Lac qui Parle Co.
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USDA: US corn, soybean headed for record year
AP Interview: Pawlenty tells Iowa he's OK with move to oust judges
Milwaukee man whose SUV fell in sinkhole gets new ride
Gov. Pawlenty rejects updated shore development rules
Primary 2010 roundup
Tornado warming issued until 7:45 p.m. for northern Pope and southern Douglas counties
Enforcement effort snags a 128-mph speeder in county
Man who fled Stearns Co. crash found injured in field
Yellow Medicine East will ask its voters to renew levy
Man connected with Minnesota teen's disappearance arrested in New Mexico
One person missing in storm-flooded Iowa creek
Dayton calls for attack ad 'cease-fire'
Swift action saves 4-year-old in Grand Rapids
Second group of Minn. schools consider early start
FBI: 'Granddad Bandit' captured in Louisiana
The Kandiyohi Co. Fair token for Thursday has been found
Long hot summer of fire and floods fit climate predictions
Iowa restaurant ticketed for toad-licking chef
4-H'ers, FFA'ers take special care of animals in extreme heat
Post primary, DFL strives for political unity in divisive race
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Willmar man dies in water-related incident on northern Minnesota lake
Social Security next victim of no compromise?
Tornado spotted between Dawson and Madison, tornado warning issued until 7:15 p.m.
Rice CEO says progress made on the five-year strategic plan
Thunderstorm warning issued for much of west central Minnesota until 8:15 p.m.
Voters in area counties pick candidates for sheriff, attorney, county commissioner
Other primary winners: Wrestling's McMahon, Colorado's Bennet
Kandiyohi Co. Attorney: Fischer gets support, will go against Beccue in November
Kandiyohi Co. Board: Madsen and Cunningham moving on in District 5 race
Kandiyohi Co. Fair Token for Wednesday has been found
Schools hold their ground in state tests; improvement seen for some
Minn. gov race to feature two opposite politicians
Missing 9-year-old Minn. boy found safe
Tom Emmer coasts to win in GOP governor primary
Update: With a late come-from-behind push, Dayton appears to win DFL nomination for governor
U.S. marshall: Escaped Arizona inmate could be in North Dakota
Northern border is beefed up in search for Arizona fugitive
Flight attendant's grand exit draws charges, big fan base
Pawlenty makes another trip to Iowa
Kelliher concedes DFL primary, endorses Dayton for governor
Police: Three dead in Eagan homicides-suicide
Fischer and Beccue finish one, two in Kandiyohi County Attorney primary race
Update 1:30 a.m.: Dayton holds narrow lead and AP projected win, Kelliher waits for vote count to en
GOP Sen. Koering bounced in Brainerd area primary
House moves to help teachers, public workers
Aid worker slain in Afghanistan was Park Rapids native
Viper motorcycles to move to Alabama site from Minnesota
State's first West Nile virus case reported in Yellow Medicine County
Former Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens dies in plane crash
Absentee ballots double in county
Escaped Arizona inmate could be in North Dakota, U.S. marshals say
Ring lost for more than a month found
Tom Emmer easily wins Republican nomination for governor race
Man, 62, sentenced to 26 years in prison for assaulting woman in Belgrade church, faces federal indi
Update: Kelliher takes early DFL primary lead
Willmar MUC planning to meet with president of company that built the city's two turbines
McCollum advances in Minn.'s 4th District
School Board planning YouTube videos explaining operating levy
Ellison turns back 2 primary challengers in Minn. 5th District
Minnesota's farmers offer free groceries for a year
Ex-GOP strategist is 3rd-party Minn. gov. nominee
Asphalt storage proposal on its way to the Chippewa County Board
Search for fugitives moves north of Yellowstone
Permits for seven new feedlots get preliminary OK from county
Blogging software via Wctrib.com is being updated today
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JetBlue Airline flight attendant loses temper,curses out passenger
Official: Former Sen. Ted Stevens believed aboard crashed airplane
Msoque in Germany once used by Sept. 11 attackers shut down
Eaten Alive: Woman goes through 5-year battle with flesh-eating germ
Minnesota Somalis concerned donations will dwindle
Park rangers and feds search Yellowstone for Arizona fugitives
Mahomen County deputy Chris Dewey, shot in line of duty, dies
One of two Arizona prison escapees captured near Yellowstone
Muslim groups ask Pawlenty to withdraw mosque comments, calling them 'unpatriotic'
County fair comes to town
Big school levy push to come after Labor Day
Fun Days parade
Antique tractor pull
Few voters likely to show Tuesday, but candidates hunt those who may vote
Minnesota Democrats hold final gubernatorial debate
Weather service: Up to 7 tornadoes hit N.D., Minn.
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From humble to rumble: Bikers rally in Sturgis for 70th year
BP plans to continue relief well work this week to finish 'bottom kill'
Itasca Co. authorities finds body of missing kayaker from Buffalo
Mankato couple charged with having sex with teen
Tornado hits Wilkin Co. farm, storm chaser captures tornado on video
One last meeting: Minn. Dems hold final gov debate Sunday night
Parts of Duluth swamped by flash flooding
Moscow opens anti-smog centers as wild fires continue to burn
Ariz. convicts escapees believed to be in Yellowstone National Park area
Officials, area residents attend change of command, welcome ceremony
Fire fighters squelch blaze at Holloway grain facility
Newcastle Disease causes bird die-off in Big Stone
3 vie to run in general election for Kandiyohi County District 5 commissioner seat
Pennock Fun Days
Appointments and teamwork focus part of changes for the co.'s income maintenance unit
GOP's Emmer seek to retool his gov campaign after dropping behind in polls
Area voters to narrow down list of county candidates
AMPI of New Ulm to sell Iowa-based powdered milk business and close plant
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Sen. Franken apologizes for irritating GOP leader
Twin Cities broadcast employee accused of stealing $2 million
14-year-olds rescued from Fairmont lake
Suspect arrested for Renville burglaries, citizens urged to check property
Elvis impersonator Elvis Presley declares candidacy for Arkansas governor
Duluth teenager said to be shot, killed by Duluth police officer
Defiant British woman strips to bikini in Dubai mall after confronted over low-cut shirt
Newcastle Disease cause of water bird die-off in Big Stone County
Man faces charges for incident with gun and sheriff's deputies
Man pleads to forgery counts after Wal-Mart incident
Companies hire at slow pace for 3rd straight month
Kagan confirmed as 112th justice; is fourth woman to serve in the role
Fire fighters squelch blaze at Holloway grain handling facility
Advocates look to educate youngsters of abuse before it takes a hold of their lives
Top consultant leaves Emmer's Republican campaign for gov
Pawlenty says government needs to leave farmers alone
States respond in health care overhaul lawsuit
Judge's words may be last in grower's long dispute with city of Watson
DNR says Newcastle killed 1K birds at Marsh Lake near Appleton
Emmer says he'd give ag dept. more power if he's elected gov.
Hearing is set by city council to revise tree ordinance
Dating violence among points of workshop today
Aug. 17 is the filing deadline in small towns and area school districts
Senate confirms Kagan as 112th justice
Community to welcome home deployed troops
BP to start pumping cement into blown-out Gulf oil well
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Distracted driving enforcement is today, don't text, turn off that cell phone
Average rates for fixed mortgages fall to 4.49 pct., lowest level on record
Stearns County 911 not working
Update: 14 charged, including two in Rochester, for supporting Somalia group
Appeal filed in California over gay marriage ruling
Target apologizes for donation to conservative business group backing GOP candidate Emmer
2 dead, dozens hurt in school bus crash in Missouri
Stearns County 911 now functioning
Slip slidin' away
41-year-old Raymond man facing drug charge for alleged meth sale to drug task force informant
Search of Pennock home nets 53 grams of cocaine
Favre reportedly has not made any football retirement decision
Agent, coach: Favre will play if ankle is healthy
British newspaper does rescue purchase of parasailing donkey in Russia
Dem gov candidates and GOP's Emmer skirmish over biofuels at Farmfest
Update: Calif. gay marriage ban ruled unconstitutional
Cold Spring brewer to discontinue Gluek beer, for now
Majority of Senators will vote for Kagan's Supreme Court nomination
Gov. candidates face off at Farmfest debate today
Favre shows up today at high school practice again
Feds: Much of Gulf oil is gone; mud plugs blown well in Gulf
Waseca teen killed by flying landscape rock
Pa. waitress claimed injury, is charged with fraud after getting caught working as stripper
Dating violence among teens subject of Thursday workshop in Willmar
Swine flu information, symptoms and resources for Kandiyohi County
Kandiyohi County Fair
Sonshine Festival
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