To assist Minnesota Veterans impacted by distance learning expenses, the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) recently introduced the COVID-19 Distance Learning Support Grant.The purpose of the COVID-...
Tired of mowing the yard? Interested in a possible alternative approach? Have you ever looked at grazing?Yes, you heard it right - grazing. There are a number of animals which can be successfully grazed on a few...
Clearwater was the place to be last Saturday, with people from all over gathering for fun and food at the third annual Jessie’s Wish BBQ Cook-off and Benefit.Jessie’s Wish was begun after founder Gary Grant’s d...
Last weekend, Big Lake held its annual dog vaccination clinic at Lions Park. Lots of furry residents got updated vaccinations.Barrington Oaks Veterinary Hospital came out to Lions Park to give vaccinations to ma...
There was a sea of colorful masks as Clearview Elementary students spent their first day back to school in person earlier this month, and the excitement was clear on everyone’s faces even through their masks.“It...
Some teenagers get after-school jobs, and some have generous parents, but other teenagers get creative when it comes to buying their first car.Becker resident Adam Jurek falls into the later category. Jurek is c...
RF Doering Farms in Clear Lake had their adoptive and foster family event last Saturday. Families with adopted and foster kids were invited to come and check out the farm, feed the animals, and generally have lo...
Due to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s extension of the Summer Food Service Program, beginning Mon., Sept. 14, St. Cloud Area School District will be able to provide free breakfast and lunch for all student...
November 3 is election day, and while the country is focused on one election in particular, the Patriot is excited to highlight some of the candidates running for local office this fall. This week, we are profil...
