The Willmar City Council on Monday, April 1, will conduct two public hearings regarding the sale of more than $1 million of city-owned land — one for Jennie-O Turkey Store and one for Dooley’s Petroleum.| West Central Tribune
Galen Serbus, 50, of Olivia, Minnesota, was found lying in a ditch near Litchfield with an apparent stab wound and injuries consistent with being struck by a vehicle. An investigation is underway.| West Central Tribune
The Kandiyohi County Sheriff's Office states the suspect continued fleeing on foot and was shocked with a Taser by a deputy before being taken into custody. The incident remains under investigation.| West Central Tribune
Mark Haugejorde, president of Tepetonka Club, a private, destination golf resort being constructed in rural New London, provided some updates on construction when he spoke recently to Kandiyohi County Economic Development.| West Central Tribune
The proposal for setting rules of decorum comes several weeks after members of the public interrupted council proceedings.| West Central Tribune
Both of the networks have been in operation for more than 20 years. One struggled and defaulted on its bond payments. The other progressed slowly before expanding. Both are operating successfully today.| West Central Tribune
The children and parents in Willmar and surrounding areas will be pleased to learn that the Rice Park splash pad is fixed and operational just in time for the dog days of summer.| West Central Tribune
Most people shop at Aldi for its low grocery prices on private label groceries. One lucky couple found love in the produce aisle at the Aldi in Willmar.| West Central Tribune
Earlier this year, the Sheriff’s Office entered into a new agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, raising concerns among community leaders and the immigrant population.| West Central Tribune
Before approving the issuance of $4.065 million in general obligation bonds to fund the 2025 street improvement projects, the Willmar City Council heard good news regarding a lower interest rate.| West Central Tribune
An Eden Valley man was the only person transported for treatment of his injuries after a four-car crash was reported Friday morning in Buffalo, along Minnesota Highway 55.| West Central Tribune
Jamie John Bischof, 48, of Eden Valley, told deputies he was reaching for an item inside his vehicle when it left the roadway and crashed into a power pole along Stearns County Road 10.| West Central Tribune
Sunburg celebrated their 19th annual Syttende Mai festival. People from local communities visited town to take part in the many different attractions hosted at the event.| West Central Tribune
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced Monday that due to ongoing rain within the basin, additional water level changes will take place at its Lac qui Parle Lake Dam near Watson, Minnesota.| West Central Tribune
Three people were injured Thursday in a crash involving two vehicles in DeGraff. A 76-year-old Appleton, Minnesota, man suffered life-threatening injuries in the crash.| West Central Tribune
Carson Daniel Bruce Halvorson, 23, of Litchfield, suffered non-life threatening injuries when his vehicle went off the road and crashed. Halvorson was the only occupant in the vehicle.| West Central Tribune
Brady Heiling, 19, of Clara City, died of crash injuries but was able to provide the gift of life through organ donation. His AB positive blood type will help many who share the rare blood type.| West Central Tribune
According to the Redwood County Sheriff’s Office, the driver was flown Monday evening to North Memorial Hospital for treatment. The crash remains under investigation.| West Central Tribune
The proposed 2026 budget for the local economic development authority is $710,958, a decrease from 2025 due to the expiration of one-time child care grant funding.| West Central Tribune
City Administrator Leslie Valiant on Monday night delivered her recommendation to promote Willmar Police Sgt. Holme to chief, and the Willmar City Council unanimously agreed.| West Central Tribune
An 18-year-old Willmar man is currently in the Kandiyohi County Jail facing charges of second-degree assault, threats of violence and obstruction of the legal process.| West Central Tribune
The Braver Angels "Reduce the Rancor" bus tour was in Willmar on Monday, hosting events for elected officials, community leaders and the public to gain skills in having tough conversations.| West Central Tribune
Kandiyohi County Economic Development business development manager Michelle Marotzke has accepted the position of economic development director for the cities of Lanesboro and Preston in southeast Minnesota.| West Central Tribune
The Willmar City Council on Monday was introduced to two new technologies available through the city of Willmar that make being a resident, tourist or developer easier.| West Central Tribune
The Willmar City Council on Monday heard an update on the status of the Connect Willmar Initiative from City Operations Director Kyle Box.| West Central Tribune
According to a news release from the Stearns County Sheriff's Office, Daniel Ruprecht, 62, was cutting off a large branch from a tree when it fell and hit the top of his head.| West Central Tribune
According to the Meeker County Sheriff's Office, the 19-year-old driver was observed driving above the posted speed limit when a Meeker County deputy attempted a traffic stop. According to a news release, the chase reached speeds above 100 mph.| West Central Tribune
