BMS Career Day inspires
Becker Middle School held its 6th annual Career Day last Friday, with nearly 30 speakers from a variety of careers on hand to share their insights with students.From military careers to four year degrees, and a ...
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A final chapter for the Nazis
(EDITOR’S NOTE: Former Citizen Publisher Gary W. Meyer visited 15 World War II sites in European early October, 2025. The following is the last of three installments in coverage of his visit).It was September, 1...
Board okays amendment of solar ordinance
After a brief discussion Tuesday, the Sherburne County Board voted unanimously to approve an amendment to the county’s zoning ordinance to change language on prohibition of solar farms in areas of Big Lake Twp.T...
BFS to kick off capital campaign
The Becker Food Shelf Board met last week and announced its intention to commence with a capital campaign to raise enough funds to build a permanent home to tend to the nutritional needs of area residents.While ...
Colonel Ray cements legacy with new book
Colonel Ray Henry has enjoyed an amazing career as an entrepreneur and auctioneer, with a myriad list of international successes that range in scope from the heavy equipment industry to his most recent foray int...
Clear Lake discusses hiring policy for new fire chief
Every member of the Clear Lake City Council was present at the Jan. 5, 2025, meeting. On the agenda was time for the personnel committee to update the council about developing a process to elect a new Fire Chief...
Benton County 4-H Ambassadors hold Candy Cane event
The Benton County 4-H Ambassadors held their Candy Cane Event a couple Mondays ago during their holiday break from school, bringing together laughter, friendly competition, and holiday cheer. The night gave amba...
Grombacher to perform at Becker Public Library
Award-winning western songwriter Kerry Grombacher will present his “Songs & Stories of the American West” concert for the Becker Public Library at 1 p.m. on Wed., Feb. 4, 2026.Kerry Grombacher’s contemporary...
Derringer not seeking another term
Wright County Sheriff Sean Derringer recently announced he will not be running for a third term as sheriff.In a statement released last Friday, he said serving as sheriff has been one of the the greatest honors...
Free radon test kits available for Stearns County citizens
Stearns County residents can once again pick up free radon test kits while supplies last through the Environmental Services Department. Two hundred kits will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, wit...
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