By Melanie Stegner, news@pctribune.com Graduation and next year’s staff were some of the items on the agenda for this week’s school board meeting but first the board wanted to thank everyone who helped make Day of Caring a success, especially Terri Richards, Kelly Bleick and Mary Walsh who did most of the organizing. “There was an… Read More

Full event is set for June 18 Glacial Ridge Hospice’s 26th Annual Motorcycle Ride and Car Run will take place on Saturday, June 18th, it was announced recently. The ride and activities have always been a community event with free-will donations so everyone can participate. Riding For a Cause’s full lineup of events includes lunch in… Read More

Annual Kid’s Day set for June 4  Kids’ Day will return on Saturday, June 4 after two years of being cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Glenwood Lakes Area Kids Day will celebrate 25 years on Saturday, June 4, from 8: a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at City Park in Glenwood.  A free picnic lunch will… Read More

To help kick off summer vacation, the running of the annual GRHS Scrub Run will start at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 11th. Beginning and ending at Glenwood City Park, the fun run follows the shoreline of beautiful Lake Minnewaska. Participants are encouraged to wear scrubs or your new Scrub Run shirt, available for pick-up… Read More

By Kris Goracke, news@pctribune.com Benjamin Franklin once said, “Only two things are certain in life, death and taxes.”  With the recent increase in property value, taxes seem to be the topic at hand.  And, although an increase in property value does not necessarily equate to an increase in a city’s tax levy, a person’s taxes are… Read More

Singers, Songwriters, and Storytelling to be featured at Makers’ Market in June, July  and August 2022 Glenwood is known as a city whose residents love the outdoors. As we welcome the warmer months of the year, the team at Central Square is moving their Makers’ Market outdoors from June through August. These outdoor events will allow local… Read More

Gov. Tim Walz visited Benson last Wednesday to survey storm damage and meet with the local officials that have been managing the response, including business owners from across the region and Benson Mayor Terri Collins, Police Chief Ian Hodge and Fire Chief Jeff Reuss.  “This afternoon we saw the Minnesota spirit in action. Amid physical destruction,… Read More

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is continuing to recruit Pope County residents for its popular program that relies on Minnesota residents to help monitor water clarity in the state’s 12,000+ lakes and 92,000+ miles of streams. This is the perfect opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts and those interested in helping protect our state’s natural resources!… Read More

Many farmers are concerned about the cool spring weather and cold soil temperatures. Usually, farmers have started planting by now. Hopefully, the weather will warm up and planting will progress. Farmers have started to discuss prevented planting. As the planting season goes on, farmers will have to decide whether to plant or not to plant…. Read More

As summertime brings families and friends together for outdoor celebrations, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to make sure your summer festivities are food safe. Whether you’re grilling burgers, camping or having a picnic, everyone should always remember to practice proper handwashing and use a food thermometer. After observing that consumer behavior in test kitchens… Read More