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Be aware of policies, processes

Landowners and operators are reminded that, to receive payments from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, compliance with highly erodible land and wetland conservation provisions are required. Farmers …

Vikings upset 49ers, improve to 2-0

The Minnesota Vikings shocked the defending NFC champion San Francisco 49ers with a 23-17 upset victory at U.S. Bank Stadium by playing strong football in all three phases of the game. The Vikings, …

National Cheeseburger Day fills tummy with fun

National Cheeseburger Day isn’t just some social media holiday — it’s a long-standing beef-eating American tradition with roots dating back to the 1920s. Burger lovers around …

Empowering second-chance workers helps build stronger communities

Benton Economic Partnership Inc., the Initiative Foundation and Career Solutions have partnered with the Central Minnesota Reentry Program to foster a stronger, more inclusive community by supporting …

Train in pain

Can you hear it? God is shouting.   “Turn to me,” he cries out.   Periods of deafness, not hearing from God, make us wonder if God has left us — perhaps our …