Monday, July 14th, 2025 Church Directory

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Big Lake woman arrested for firearm violation

Nekisha Bowman of Big Lake was arrested last Saturday afternoon on possession of a firearm and firing said weapon multiple times.On July 5th, 2025, at approximately 1 p.m., Big Lake Police received a report of s...


40 Years! Structural Buildings Marks Milestone Anniversary

What began as a small post-frame building company in 1985 has grown into a leader in the Midwest construction industry. This year, Structural Buildings celebrates its 40th anniversary—a testament to four decades...


Allie Cross To represent BL in the Mpls. Aquatennial Ambassador candidate program

The Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization (AAO) is excited to announce that Allie Cross from Big Lake will be participating in the AAO Candidate Program from July 22 to July 28.  This year, 44 candidat...


July 4 fires leave damage at 2 Becker parks, one in custody

Becker Police were dispatched to Kolbinger Park (13498 3rd St. SE) on July 4 at approximately 3:48 a.m. for a possible fire. Responding officers located a portable toilet on fire next to the park building and we...


New Boater Education Law

Starting July 1, 2025, a new law requires some adults and youth who operate motorboats—including personal watercraft—to have a valid watercraft operator’s permit. People who already have a watercraft operator’s ...


CORRECTION: Bailey Ray’s Fire Story

In the Patriot’s July 5th, 2025 issue, a couple of errors were made in the story about Bailey Ray’s Roadhouse fire that occurred last week. We listed Pat O’Brien as owner and accidentally omitted Rebecca O’Brien...


Becker Freedom Days Car Show rescheduled

Becker Freedom Days’ 3rd Annual Car Show has been rescheduled to July 24 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Becker Schools Intermediate parking lot.Food trucks, bounce house, 50’s & 60’s music, trophies awarded. Portio...


1 person injured in July 4 accident in BL

Editor’s Note: The details provided in this story are based on law enforcement’s latest version of events, and from information compiled from other sources amd may be subject to change.One person was injured at ...


Minions, Eagles are Crowd Favorites in Boat Parade

The Big Eagle Lake Improvement Association (BELIA) had a great turnout for voting for their favorite parade ‘floats’ from the annual 4th of July Parade. “Thank you to the 11 boats that came out for the fun and t...


BL School Board finalizes 24-25 budget, looks ahead to 25-26

During the June Big Lake School Board meeting, Business Director Angie Manuel gave the final financial report for the school year. The district ended the school year over their expected enrollment amount, which ...


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