COMMUNITY
Support for Renville Co. wind energy proposal is on the rise
OLIVIA — A proposal to erect one of the state’s largest wind farms amidst some of its most productive farm lands found clear sailing Tuesday with the Renville County Board of Commissioners.By Tom Cherveny , November 18, 2009
Future of Willmar mental health hospital unknown
WILLMAR — Kandiyohi County officials say the 16-bed adult mental health hospital that opened a year ago in Willmar could be closed down while the state makes another adjustment to how mental health care is provided.
By Carolyn Lange , November 14, 2009
Committee recommends City Council declare church unsafe 
WILLMAR — The City Council’s Community Development Committee will be asking the council to declare the Mahanaim Assamblea de Dios Church at 707 Litchfield Ave. S.W. unsafe.
By David Little , October 31, 2009
Record 11.5 million Americans age 18-24 opt for higher education
Some are there because of the recession, and others despite it. Regardless, more young Americans than ever are in college — especially community college, according to a new report.
By Justin Pope , October 30, 2009
Fergus Falls ice arena plan divides community
The Fergus Falls (Minn.) City Council has committed $4 million to a new ice arena – a project that generated impassioned support, vocal opposition and, more recently, an effort to recall a council member.
By Mila Koumpilova , October 27, 2009
Tough economy brings more people in search of assistance financially
WILLMAR — Signs of a tough economy are being seen in increased requests for services at the Heartland Community Action Agency. At the same time, federal stimulus is helping to meet some of the needs of those living in poverty.
By Carolyn Lange , October 23, 2009
Rice Memorial Hospital reports its provided $18.5M in community benefits last year
WILLMAR — Rice Memorial Hospital provided $18.5 million worth of community benefits in 2008 — more than 20 percent of the city-owned hospital’s operating costs.
By Anne Polta , October 15, 2009
Community marketing campaign aims to sell Willmar area to itself
WILLMAR — The face of Ryan Ruhl, flanked by two members of the Little Crow Ski Team, smiles out from the Community Marketing Coalition’s latest print ad.
By Anne Polta , September 23, 2009
Minn.'s Pawlenty orders review of state ACORN ties
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty has ordered a review of public contracts to cut off state money to a left-leaning community organizing group now under fire.
By AP wire report , September 16, 2009
Letter: Camaraderie at the market
I have had the good fortune this last summer of being able to sit at my wife Julie’s table at the Becker Market and the farmers’ market in Willmar. Before Julie started to do the markets, we would go to the farmers’ market and walk through buying fresh farm-raised products, then leave, not really talking to a lot of people, and that includes the vendors who are some of the friendliest people I have ever met.
By Jeffrey Taylor, New London , September 15, 2009
Eagle Scout projects benefit Community Garden
Work was under way Monday on two Eagle Scout projects that will be of benefit to the Willmar Community Garden.
September 08, 2009
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Community Festival Time: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Fourth of July traditionally kicks off the time of year in which many county fairs, city festivals, parades and other outdoor events take place. Some involve amusement rides, most involve food, and almost all of them bring out the best and the worst a community has to offer. Let’s fir
Posted by: bemidjimike on Jul 9, 2009 at 9:54 PM | The View from this side of the LakeFundraiser Photos
Community Coming Together
Our Great Niece Aubrey was born in May of 2008 with a complete bilateral cleft lip and palate, she has had two surgeries so far. The first last September, the second in February..she will h
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