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Janell Wink shared a view of the Crow Wing County Fair from 2021, in Brainerd.

Jeanette Duis, of Clarkfield, shared a picture of her 16 year old son Matthew Duis and his grandpa, Glen Jorgenson. Proud moment here, after they went to an auction and Grandpa bought Matthew his first tractor.

Crab leaves and clover near the house at John Pfeiffer’s dad’s house in Andover.

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Janell Wink shared a view of the Crow Wing County Fair from 2021, in Brainerd.

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A family tradition

Frazee woman, AIS watercraft inspector, has a rich family history in Becker County BY VIVIAN (MAKELA) SAZAMA When Deb Wacker of rural...

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Lifelong learner

At age 100, Sister Lillian loves learning, being creative and staying active BY BILL VOSSLER Sister Lillian Mary Kroll walks a mile every...

My Perspective: Storm destruction viewed up close

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My Perspective: Storm destruction viewed up close

BY JIM PALMER There is a reason why they have Severe Weather Awareness Week in April in all midwestern states. This year, severe storms...

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‘I was very excited to find them’

Starbuck man finds biological family, discovers a wealth of information about his family heritage BY JIM PALMER In 1969, at the Winnipeg...

Ask the Expert: What are floaters? Are they anything to worry about?

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Ask the Expert: What are floaters? Are they anything to worry about?

Answers provided by Dr. Mitchell Gossman, M.D., ophthalmologist at Eye Associates of Central Minnesota, St. Cloud. What are floaters? Are...

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‘Age in place’ at The Cottage

BUSINESS PROFILE: THE COTTAGE New senior living facility offers variety of services and living options under one roof BY CAROL STENDER...

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Dassel woman throws Downton Abbey party

BY KATHY NYQUIST SWANSON OF DASSEL The splendor of Highclere Castle, lying on the Hampshire-Berkshire border close to London, England,...

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Chasing birdies through blindness

BY CAROL STENDER Curt Jones of Battle Lake golfs and plays darts. He was a drummer in a rock and roll band, and is even a deer hunter. ...

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Old Course taking a new course

BUISNESS PROFILE: OLD COURSE, SAUK CENTRE Historic Sauk Centre course will be converted to an executive nine; new housing also planned...

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Bethesda celebrates 125 years

BUSINESS PROFILE: BETHESDA Independent, faith-based non-profit has been serving the needs of seniors since 1897 BY SCOTT THOMA What began...

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‘Not just a store, it’s an experience’

BUSINESS PROFILE: THE BRIC, FERGUS FALLS The Bric offers up fashion and flair, with a fun and friendly atmosphere BY CAROL STENDER When...

A Blonde's Perspective: Sorry for what I said, Mother Nature

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A Blonde's Perspective: Sorry for what I said, Mother Nature

BY JAN STADTHERR Mother Nature must not have liked my May column. I wrote about winter stretching into mid-April and how the heavy wet...

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June 2022 Senior Perspective

Readers from all over have contributed to the pickleball article this month, it seems the rapidly growing sport is taking over.

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CBD grown locally with TLC

BUSINESS PROFILE: R Bottled Gold, Parkers Prairie R Bottled Gold offers natural products for treatment of pain, anxiety, inflammation,...

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Finding a silver lining

St. Cloud woman has stayed positive despite significant life challenges By NATALIE M. ROTUNDA “When you can’t see the silver lining,...

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Celebrating art in downtown Alex

Two Alexandria women teamed up to create Saturday Art Market BY JIM PALMER For most of their lives, Sandy Susag and Mimi Seykora, both of...

Feeling Good, Looking Good—How to hide imperfections

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Feeling Good, Looking Good—How to hide imperfections

By CARROLL BRITTON When you have imperfections on your skin, try this technique to hide the issue...without looking obvious. First,...

Ask The Expert: What is the Best Way to Spend a Day in St. Cloud?

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Ask The Expert: What is the Best Way to Spend a Day in St. Cloud?

Answers provided by Emily Bertram, Marketing Manager, Visit Greater St. Cloud What is the best way to spend a day in St. Cloud? St. Cloud...

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When Bellanca was flying high in Alex

BY RACHEL BARDUSON Bellanca will forever be connected to Alexandria history. It’s one of the oldest and most respected names in the...

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June 2022 Photo Gallery

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