LOCAL
Swift County to make repairs to shop in Murdock
BENSON — A three-year struggle to get a proper heating system working in a Swift County building has been resolved.By Carolyn Lange , November 07, 2009
Meeker County approves purchase of vital radio link
LITCHFIELD — Meeker County Commissioners approved the purchase of a microwave link for more than $175,000 that is a vital part of the county’s law enforcement mobile radio system.By Carolyn Lange , November 07, 2009
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BurglaryNovember 07, 2009
Rice Hospital proposes 2010 budget of $100 million
WILLMAR — Rice Memorial Hospital officials are optimistic the city-owned hospital is managing to successfully adapt to fewer patient admissions, a mood that’s reflected in the budget developed for 2010.By Anne Polta , November 07, 2009
Balloon gives kids an inside look at geography
WILLMAR — The first kids to see the Earth Balloon stood with their mouths gaping open.
By Linda Vanderwerf , November 07, 2009
New London considers ordinance to charge for extended park usage
NEW LONDON — Private organizations that use New London’s public parks to make a profit may be charged a fee in the future to use those facilities.
By Carolyn Lange , November 07, 2009
Second woman enters plea for receiving marijuana in mail
WILLMAR — A 27-year-old Willmar woman pleaded guilty Thursday to a fifth-degree drug possession charge for her role in receiving more than 10 pounds of marijuana in the mail in September.By Gretchen Schlosser , November 06, 2009
Another big opportunity for first-time homebuyers is on its way
WILLMAR — Area real estate agents say a bill that would extend and expand the first-time homebuyer federal tax credit would definitely help the housing market.By David Little , November 06, 2009
For districts whose levies failed to pass this week, the work has only just begun
Two area school districts whose operating levies failed Tuesday will be looking for ways to cut budgets and still maintain as much of their staff and programs as possible.By Linda Vanderwerf , November 06, 2009
Human services speaker outlines the health risks of misusing energy drinks
Rick Moldenhauer brought an entire show-and-tell Thursday to a seminar on energy drinks: 16-ounce beverage cans, highly concentrated “energy shots,” and even caffeinated versions of breath mints, candy bars and beer.
By Anne Polta , November 06, 2009
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November 05, 2009
Willmar City Council approves amended street closure policy
WILLMAR — The Willmar City Council has approved an amended street closure policy that lets the council decide whether or not to close a street without fear of possible liability repercussions arising from the closure.By David Little , November 05, 2009
Doctor, author: Stress weakens people’s immune systems
WILLMAR — It turns out your grandma was right: you really can worry yourself sick.
By Jenna Dillon , November 05, 2009
Council asks city attorney to review proposed wind turbine ordinance
WILLMAR — Willmar City Council members want to know if small wind turbines would be allowed within the city limits even if the city has no ordinance to regulate turbines. That’s the question council members have asked City Attorney Rich Ronning to answer.
By David Little , November 05, 2009
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Household Tool Debate
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