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Briggs Scores Six as STMA Defeats Big Lake on Special Night

On a memorable night for both fans and players, Maddie Briggs was the deserved center of attention.

January 14, 2015 By Mike Schoemer

In the end, the results won’t matter – a convincing St. Michael-Albertville girls’ basketball win over Big Lake. Nor will the six points scored by Maddie Briggs – though they […]

Magical Moment for Maddie Briggs Set for Tuesday at STMA

The senior basketball fan, diagnosed with Turner Syndrome, will live out a lifelong dream at the varsity game.

January 12, 2015 By Mike Schoemer

St. Michael-Albertville girls’ basketball coach Kent Hamre and the 2014-2015 Knights will take time to honor one of their own Tuesday night, as the girls welcome a very special team […]

New Charter School Will Use Wright County’s Natural Resources to Teach Area’s Kids

Established by Kathy and Bob DeBoer, the Jane Goodall Environmental Services Academy will open in the fall of 2015.

January 12, 2015 By Mike Schoemer

Head southwest of Monticello on Wright County Highway 39 and you’ll come around some twists and turns near the south entrance of Lake Maria State Park that will have you […]

Group Plans Substance Abuse Program for County at Buffalo High

January 9, 2015 By Mike Schoemer

Know the Truth, the substance abuse prevention program of Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge announced they will be hosting a community forum event on Jan. 22nd specifically tailored for Wright County. […]

FYCC Teams with Local Businesses for Healthy Day of Play

The 2nd annual event is set for Saturday, Jan. 17 at the STMA High School Activity Center. A Family Health Challenge is also kicking off that day.

January 8, 2015 By Mike Schoemer

Family Youth Community Connections (FYCC) of Albertville and St. Michael is teaming up once again this winter with local business to promote healthy living options in the STMA-Otsego-Hanover area. Sponsored […]

Wind, Snow Will Complicate Evening Commute Around Wright County

Snow falling throughout Thursday morning will get blown around by gusty winds Thursday night, making travel tough.

January 8, 2015 By Mike Schoemer

A heads up for commuters out there: Thursday night’s trek home may take some additional time. According to the National Weather Service in Chanhassen, the Twin Cities is experiencing a […]

SOAR is Seeing Spots with ‘Dalmatians’ Auditions this Weekend

January 8, 2015 By Mike Schoemer

SOAR Regional Arts is excited to announce auditions for the winter 2015 Academy production, “101 Dalmatians Kids!” Auditions are open to youth in first through eighth grade at the St. Michael City Center, 11800 […]

Wright County Deputies Wrap up Busy Holiday Season

There were plenty of incidents to report around the New Year.

January 7, 2015 By Mike Schoemer

Wright County Deputies reported the following incidents the week of Dec. 29, 2014 through Jan. 5, 2015. All information is provided by the county and all individuals named are expected […]

BREAKING: Chalk up another ‘Extreme Cold’ Day for Wright County Schools

January 6, 2015 By Mike Schoemer

In a flashback to 2014, dozens of area school districts shut down activities for Wednesday in advance of another visit to the deep freeze. St. Michael-Albertville, Elk River, Monticello and […]

Frigid Morning Expected Wednesday as NWS Issues Warnings

January 6, 2015 By Mike Schoemer

UPDATE: St. Michael-Albertville School District Superintendent informed NWCToday this morning a decision on tomorrow’s school day will be made some time soon. “A decision will be made by late afternoon […]