North Wright County Today

Local news for St. Michael, Albertville, Otsego and Hanover

Lucero Projected to Win, But Minnesota House, State Offices Go Blue

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Wright County-based Republican Eric Lucero, who represents St. Michael, Albertville Otsego and Hanover, is projected to retain his seat in the Minnesota House of Representatives, according to projections. But the staunch conservative, who has championed gun ownership and data privacy laws, will be in a new minority, as the Democratic-Farm-Labor Party used a strong night […]

ELECTION 2018 RESULTS: Wright County Voters Head to Polls in Droves

The 2018 mid-term election is lining up to be one historic event in Minnesota.

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The 2018 Mid-Term Election has a tremendous amount of local impact in store, as voters around Wright County pick everything from local mayors and council members to representatives in the State House, State Capitol and U.S. House of Representatives. And North Wright County Today will have results for each race tonight. Check back often as […]

Election Guide: A Look at the Candidates, and Where to Vote in 2018

Still not sure who's on the ballot? Don't know where to vote? We have your last-minute reference.

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Much has been – and will be – made of the 2018 mid-term election. North Wright County Today has focused on the local races that impact residents of Albertville, St. Michael, Otsego and Hanover. Here’s a look at the candidates who participated in our election profile – “Meet the Candidates.” We appreciate those who have […]

Combining Campaign with Charity a Tradition in Albertville

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Three candidates for Albertville City Council combined campaigning with charity over the final push to Election Day. Residents of Albertville showed remarkable generosity in recent days, donating items from their home cupboards to a local food shelf. Current members of the Albertville city council went door-to-door with their families asking neighbors to contribute. “It’s become […]

Meet the Candidates: Four Candidates on Ballot in City of Albertville Council Race

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Four residents will take aim for three spots on the Albertville City Council, including two incumbents. Rob Olson and Walter Hudson are each seeking another four-year term, while newcomers Rebecca Halling and Andrew John are new to the poltical arena. Here’s a look at the four cancidates in the City of Albertville. Rebecca Halling How, […]

Meet the Candidates: Kevin Kasel Set for Another Term as St. Michael Mayor

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We took time to correspond with each candidate for city council and school boar in St. Michael-Albertville as we prepare for this important 2018 election. Kevin Kasel, St. Michael Mayor, is running unopposed for a second term as leader of the county’s largest community. Here’s a look at the Mayoral Candidate Kevin Kasel Age: 59 […]

BREAKING: Buffalo Family Searching for Missing Teen

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UPDATE – (Friday, Oct. 26) – Matthew Kiernan was found safe Thursday, Oct. 25 according to family members, about five hours after the story broke that he was missing. The Kiernans are thanking everyone in their assistance in finding Matthew last night. ORIGINAL POST The Kiernan family of Buffalo, Minnesota – the Wright County seat […]

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