Representatives of Shield 616 came to Glenwood to honor law enforcement officers by presenting Glenwood and Starbuck Police officers and Pope County Sheriff’s deputies with potentially lifesaving armor.   Pope County Sheriff Tim Riley and Chief Deputy Nathan Brecht joined about 30 other law enforcement officers in the TOUR de SHIELD616 Bike Ride fundraiser across… Read More

Glacial Hills Elementary in Starbuck kicked off another amazing year with a bang! This year’s launch was full of energy, fun, and a touch of friendly competition. The students (top right) dove into exciting class competitions that highlighted the power of teamwork and communication. And let’s not forget the delicious #FarmToSchool lunch that fueled all… Read More

The Minnewaska Area High School students selected a slate of 12 candidates for the 2024 Homecoming King and Queen. The coronation is set for 5 p.m. this Sunday, Sept. 15 at the MAS Auditorium. The candidates from left are Tenzin Dahl, Addyson Kath, Megan Thorfinnson, Owen Meulebroeck, Sydney Dahl, Noah Jensen, Kendra Wilmes, Riley Thorfinnson,… Read More

Minnewaska Area Schools is proud to join the Minnesota School Boards Association in celebrating Minnesota School Board Recognition Month in September 2024. This year’s theme, “Public School Boards Have Heart,” recognizes the essential role that school board members play in the success of Minnesota’s public school students. Throughout the month of September, we are taking the… Read More

The Pope County Board has been meeting in session with department heads at meetings during August and September to review each department’s proposed budget.   The last of these departmental meetings will take place on September 10, and then the Board will consider adoption of the County preliminary levy and budget for 2025 at its regular… Read More

We know that training is critical, and in the medical field, ongoing education and training go hand in hand. Earlier this year, the Auxiliary of Glacial Ridge Health System learned about the Emergency Department’s request for a SimMan® ALS and pledged $30,000. This high-tech simulation mannequin will fulfill the unique training requirements of emergency healthcare providers…. Read More

Minnewaska Area High School students show their Laker Pride at a recent volleyball game on the home court.  The students were dressed in red, white and blue for that night’s theme: USA.  

The Starbuck General Federation of Women’s Club (GFWC) is hosting a public forum for the Starbuck City Council candidates on Wednesday, October 2, at 7:00 p.m. at the Starbuck Community Center. This forum will feature all four candidates running for mayor: Cody Blevins, Jeff Kleven, Gary Swenson, and Luke Wilde. In addition, five candidates are competing… Read More

 The Pope County Museum is hosting a presentation on Native American ceramics found in Pope County on Sunday, Sept. 22 at 1 p.m. Minnesota State University Moorhead Emeritus Professor, George R. Holley, Ph.D. will present: “How an Archaeologist Makes Sense of the Past: An Example Using Pope County” In spite of the limited evidence available from the… Read More

Work began last Tuesday on a reconstruction project on County Road 17 from at Pezhekee Road to the southwest of the Canal Cove area. The work is being done by Joe Riley Construction of Morris, the low bidder on the project.  The road will be resurfaced during the project, which is estimated to be completed… Read More