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The Stevens County Board of Commissioners meet tomorrow morning (Tuesday) in regular session. County Coordinator Brian Giese will begin the 2013 budget process by seeking approval of budget development guidelines. The budget will be developed …
18 Jun 12
If you have hazardous materials you’d like to get rid of, be sure to stop by the Hancock City Garage in Hancock this Wednesday. The Stevens County Environmental Services will be collecting and disposing of …
18 Jun 12
Three more winners have joined the roster for the final Kiwanis Talent Show in July. A group of five dancers, dubbed “Thunder,” were chosen as last night’s winners, having completed a syncopated tap routine. Dancer and tumbler Sarah …
15 Jun 12
The City of Wheaton is celebrating its 125th anniversary with a three-day celebration this weekend. Starting today (Friday) and continuing on June 16 & 17, the city will host a variety of events for children, adults, and seniors. …
15 Jun 12
A Nicollet City Councilor resigned from his post this week, and the council appointed a replacement for him during the same meeting. Councilor Cory Johnson cited time constraints as the main reason for his resignation, …
15 Jun 12
The Summer Festival season begins “heating up” around the area this weekend, with several communities holding their annual celebrations, including Lake Crystal and it’s Duck Days festivities. Lake Crystal Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director …
15 Jun 12
The weather was perfect yesterday during the 25th Annual Pioneerland Band Festival in Benson. A total of eleven marching bands participated with the Mankato Lancers chosen as Grand Champion. There were three classes for the competitors: A1st Litchfield2nd …
15 Jun 12
The City of Morris has renewed their insurance, and one area has seen a drastic increase in the last few years. Insurance for Workers’ Compensation continues to rise, due to ratings over the last several years that saw …
15 Jun 12
For Zac Brown Band music just go to: http://www.youtube.com/user/zacbrownband This week’s KKOK Artist of the Week is the Zac Brown Band – Formed in 2002, the band consists of Zac Brown, Jimmy De Martini, John Driskell …
