The Monticello City Council approved a preliminary plat, development stage planned unit development (PUD) and rezong for the fifth addition of…
A former Monticello Public Works storage site will be developed soon into a residential subdivision.
by Jessie Meyen
In October, Tiffany Ollila started a Facebook page called “MN You’ve Been Booed!” that was geared towards community giving back to others and …
by Jeffrey Hage
We have the opportunity to offer a wonderful program through our senior center called, “Mindful Presence: Compassionate Care for Self and Oth…
A lack of space and future redevelopment opportunities on Third Street East could force a move of the Monticello office of the Department of M…
The City Council approved the purchase of an E-One rescue engine fire truck for the Monticello Fire Department. The department has been planni…
A 19-year-old man died early Sunday when the vehicle he was driving left the road and crashed into the Mississippi River in Big Lake Township.
The office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) today released its annual November economic forecast. The report, which details the state’…
Big Lake High School senior Joshua Hunt has been selected as a member of the Minnesota Music Educators Association All-State Band. Hunt will b…
While the Friends of Sherburne Eagle’s Nest Nature Store remains closed for in-person shopping, we’re pleased to announce that we now offer on…
by Jeffrey Hage
The Big Lake City Council has accepted a report on an estimated $3,65 million street project and ordered a future public hearing on the matter.
Trailblazer Transit will offer transportation at no cost to customers for any rides related to a COVID-19 vaccination.
The Sherburne Area Visual Arts Showcase (SAVAS) committee is issuing a call for artists for our 2021 show. The show is scheduled for Monday, J…
Have you ever had something wonderful happen to you that not only made your day, but your entire week or even month? Well, that happened to m…
Construction crews continued work on Liberty Bank’s newest branch office in Big Lake. The new office of the St. Cloud-based bank will be locat…
BIG LAKE - The Big Lake City Council has moved forward in ordering plans and specifications for a street and utility improvement plan that was…
Monticello and Big Lake have city council seats that need to be filled following the Nov. 3, 2020 election.
Cargill Kitchen Solutions is making another investment in its Big Lake facility.
It is disappointing to see that the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), led by Governor Walz, intends to force the adoption of the Cali…
A former downtown Monticello hardware store will soon be home to the national headquarters of the Laestadian Lutheran Church.
by Jeffrey Hage
People riding bicycles in Big Lake now have access to a community-based fixit-station.
Sherburne County Commissioner Raeanne Danielowski was been elected chair of the Sherburne County Board of Commissioners for 2021 during the fi…
Minnesota’s 2021 Legislative Session officially began January 5th with Rep. Paul Novotny (R-Elk River) and 133 other state representatives bei…
Power could be lost in Monticello for one to two hours in Monticello do to a problem with Xcel Energy transmission lines in the area.
The Monticello City Council approved a preliminary plat, development stage planned unit development (PUD) and rezong for the fifth addition of…
A former Monticello Public Works storage site will be developed soon into a residential subdivision.
by Jessie Meyen
There’s fast food drive-thrus and Covid testing drive-thrus.
In October, Tiffany Ollila started a Facebook page called “MN You’ve Been Booed!” that was geared towards community giving back to others and …
by Jeffrey Hage
We have the opportunity to offer a wonderful program through our senior center called, “Mindful Presence: Compassionate Care for Self and Oth…
A lack of space and future redevelopment opportunities on Third Street East could force a move of the Monticello office of the Department of M…
The City Council approved the purchase of an E-One rescue engine fire truck for the Monticello Fire Department. The department has been planni…
The development of Monticello’s high-profile block 52 gas taken three steps forward and one step back.
Joe and Karen Tschida are spreading cheer to Monticello locals through a light show free for anyone who is willing to drive by. The display is…
The Big Lake City Council unanimously approved the 2021 tax levy on Wednesday, Dec. 9. There were no changes in the proposed levy that was pre…
Residents of the Monticello School District have seen a modest increase in the school district tax levy on their recently received tax statements.
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, but Christmas looks a little different this year.
Exciting news!! Our senior center recently received 15 iPads charged and ready to go. And the best thing is, they didn’t cost us a dime! Se…
Lupulin Brewing Company is very honored to be taking home three wins in the 2020 U.S. Open Beer Championship, one of the top 3 beer competit…
A 19-year-old man died early Sunday when the vehicle he was driving left the road and crashed into the Mississippi River in Big Lake Township.
It was a night of good-byes at the Dec. 10 meeting of the Big Lake City Council. There will be a change in four people on the city council com…
Big Lake Police Officer Tyler Sinclair has left the department after almost four years on the job in Big Lake.
For a second consecutive year, the City of Big Lake’s tax rate is decreasing.
Share your thoughts about Minnesota roadways! University of MN researchers are seeking volunteers to participate in an online research study a…
Community United Methodist Church, 9225 Jason Avenue NE, Monticello, will present a Live Nativity on Saturday, December 19 from 6-7:30 p.m.
Minnesota’s Office of Management and Budget released the second of two annual revenue forecasts that detail the state’s budget picture on Dec …
The holiday season at Options, Inc. is usually a festive time, with decorations, lights, and happy music playing as clients spend time catchin…
The Minnesota Bankruptcy Court approved a plan Dec. 3 for reorganization jointly submitted by the Diocese of St. Cloud and the creditors’ comm…
ST. PAUL – State Representative Paul Novotny, R-Elk River, on Wednesday was elected by his colleagues to serve as an assistant minority leader…
Linda Paulson, right, and Karen Blake, left, directors of the Citizens for the Big Lake Freedom Rock, are shown in the early stages of decorat…
Longtime Monticello grocer Jim Maus passed away Nov. 28 at the age of 85.
One of the greatest leaders in the history of the Monticello hospital has passed away.
For 35 winters, trumpeter swans have been fed along the bank of the Mississippi River in Monticello.
by Joni Astrup
The City Council unanimously approved the Monticello 2040 Comprehensive Plan at their regular meeting on November 23, 2020.
The Sherburne Area Visual Arts Showcase (SAVAS) committee is issuing a call for artists for our 2021 show. The show is scheduled for Monday, J…
Have you ever had something wonderful happen to you that not only made your day, but your entire week or even month? Well, that happened to m…
Construction crews continued work on Liberty Bank’s newest branch office in Big Lake. The new office of the St. Cloud-based bank will be locat…
BIG LAKE - The Big Lake City Council has moved forward in ordering plans and specifications for a street and utility improvement plan that was…
Monticello and Big Lake have city council seats that need to be filled following the Nov. 3, 2020 election.
Cargill Kitchen Solutions is making another investment in its Big Lake facility.
It is disappointing to see that the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), led by Governor Walz, intends to force the adoption of the Cali…
A former downtown Monticello hardware store will soon be home to the national headquarters of the Laestadian Lutheran Church.
by Jeffrey Hage
People riding bicycles in Big Lake now have access to a community-based fixit-station.
Sherburne County Commissioner Raeanne Danielowski was been elected chair of the Sherburne County Board of Commissioners for 2021 during the fi…
Minnesota’s 2021 Legislative Session officially began January 5th with Rep. Paul Novotny (R-Elk River) and 133 other state representatives bei…
Power could be lost in Monticello for one to two hours in Monticello do to a problem with Xcel Energy transmission lines in the area.
The Monticello City Council approved a preliminary plat, development stage planned unit development (PUD) and rezong for the fifth addition of…
A former Monticello Public Works storage site will be developed soon into a residential subdivision.
by Jessie Meyen
There’s fast food drive-thrus and Covid testing drive-thrus.
In October, Tiffany Ollila started a Facebook page called “MN You’ve Been Booed!” that was geared towards community giving back to others and …
by Jeffrey Hage
We have the opportunity to offer a wonderful program through our senior center called, “Mindful Presence: Compassionate Care for Self and Oth…
A lack of space and future redevelopment opportunities on Third Street East could force a move of the Monticello office of the Department of M…
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