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Comprehensive Real-Time News Feed for Wright County, MN.

Results 1 - 20 of 247 in Wright County, MN

  1. St. Louis Park WWII Vet Dies at 92Read the original story w/Photo

    23 hrs ago | Patch.com

    ... 92, according to a Washburn-McCreavy obituary . He was raised on his parents' farm in Silver Creek Township, Wright County, attended the one-room Enfield school and Monticello High School. After the Pearl Harbor attack, he enlisted in the Navy and ...

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  2. Slice of History: Hanover Historical BridgeRead the original story w/Photo

    Thursday May 16 | Patch.com

    ... spans over the Crow River between Wright and Hennepin counties. "Once the bridge linked the Hennepin and Wright County sides, quicker travel was possible," according to the Hanover Historical Society website . "In 1909 a new stagecoach line from ...

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  3. Vision for Vacancy: Commercial Land on Main Street in St. MichaelRead the original story w/Photo

    Thursday May 16 | Patch.com

    ... "for sale" on the Commercial Realty Solutions website . The building was constructed in 1911, according to the Wright County property website. The property is listed as commercial land, 2012 taxes of $2,758 and "minutes" I-94, the Albertville Outlet ...

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  4. Updated: Accident in Albertville Involves School Bus Wednesday MorningRead the original story w/Photo

    Thursday May 16 | Patch.com

    ... Wednesday morning in Albertville. The incident was reported around 7:30 a.m. May 15 to dispatch, according to Wright County Sheriff's Office Capt. Greg Howell. Initial reports indicated the accident occurred near 50 th and Labeaux Avenue in ...

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  5. Peace Officers Memorial Day: 'They Do an Amazing Job'Read the original story

    Wednesday May 15 | Patch.com

    ... Leave your comment below. Commenters at St. Michael Patch's Facebook page expressed their appreciation for the Wright County Sheriff's Office -as well as their opinions on related topics. They have made our community a better place just by being ...

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  6. Nuclear War, Fiscal Tar & Gop/Teaparty DuplicityRead the original story w/Photo

    Wednesday May 15 | Examiner.com

    ... and duplicity. With that thought instilled in your mind, let us continue. We've completed validating the Wright County Budget history and now have nine years of Wright County Budget numbers available on our sister web-site, www.wrightcountywatch.org ...

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  7. Jurors Return Guilty Verdict in Osage Murder TrialRead the original story

    Sunday May 12 | WOI

    Jurors at the Wright County Courthouse in Clarion returned the verdict Monday in the trial of 14-year-old Noah Crooks.

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  8. 5 Facts About the Crow RiverRead the original story

    Sunday May 12 | Patch.com

    ... according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources . The Crow River borders the east portion of Wright County. Most portions of the river are considered to be part of a state-designated canoe and boating route, "the North Fork is generally ...

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  9. 2013 Minnesota Fishing Opener: Your St. Michael Tackle BoxRead the original story

    Friday May 10 | Patch.com

    ... Sunday, also Mother's Day, should be mostly clear with highs in the low 60s. Heading out to the lakes around Wright County and in need of bait or a scouting report? Try these nearby for your bait needs: Hardware Hank Store in St. Michael Monticello ...

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  10. Missing Rockford man's body recovered from riverRead the original story

    Thursday May 9 | St. Cloud Times

    The Wright County Sheriff's Office confirmed Thursday that a man found Tuesday in the Crow River is Samuel Gustafson, a Rockford man who was reported missing April 21.

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  11. Burglary, Public Nuisance and DWIs: Wright County Sheriff's Office Arrest ReportRead the original story

    Thursday May 9 | Patch.com

    The following incidents were among the arrests in the county made by Wright County deputies April 29 to May 6, 2013.

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  12. Preparing for a worst-case scenarioRead the original story

    Thursday May 9 | Maple Lake Messenger

    ... situations." The law enforcement portion of that training took place in St. Cloud on April 25 and 26, with Wright County Juvenile Division Supervisor Eric Leander in attendance. The local sergeant noted that the FBI has been involved in dealing with ...

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  13. Body recovered from Wright County riverRead the original story

    Wednesday May 8 | St. Cloud Times

    Sheriff's officials say the body was found during a search of the river north of Minnesota Highway 55 Tuesday night.

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  14. Mark Wetsch Pleads Guilty to 5 'Man in Black' Robberies, including in AlbertvilleRead the original story

    Jan 11, 2011 | Patch.com

    ... from the U.S. Attorney's Office for Minnesota. Prosecutors are seeking a prison sentence of 14 years. The Wright County Sheriff's Office was part of the investigation into the spree of robberies the U.S. Attorney's Office now says Wetsch has ...

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  15. First Time Homebuyer Class Offered Through WCCARead the original story

    Monday May 6 | Patch.com

    ... the process are invited to attend a one day workshop designed to help them learn the basics of home ownership. Wright County Community Action (WCCA) offers a first-time home buyer's seminar (Home Stretch) which will cover a variety of topics related ...

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  16. Legal NoticesRead the original story

    Sunday May 5 | Maple Lake Messenger

    LEGAL NOTICE ASSESSMENT NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization of the TOWNSHIP OF MAPLE LAKE of Wright County, Minnesota, will meet at the Office of the Clerk in said Township, at 7:00:00 PM, on Thursday, the 9th day of May, 2013, for the purpose of reviewing and correcting the assessment of said Township for ... (more) 1 comment

  17. Crow River Senior Center to Present Senior Expo on May 9Read the original story

    Thursday May 2 | Patch.com

    ... vendors, a craft and card sale, door prize drawings, free coffee and cookies and a lunch available for $5. The Wright County Sheriff's Office will be offering a prescription drug take back event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will also be a collection ...

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  18. Crime, Construction and Closures: Top 10 St. Michael Patch April PostsRead the original story

    Thursday May 2 | Patch.com

    ... properties that have recently sold in the community. The following arrest information was supplied by the Wright County Sheriff's Office. It does not indicate a conviction. ISD 885 Superintendent on the April 11 weather related school closure: "In ...

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  19. Hutchinson boys coach returns as Relays' refRead the original story

    Wednesday May 1 | Sentinel

    ... and his Tiger tracksters finally opened their outdoor season as an entire team just three days ago during a Wright County Conference quadrangular in Orono. Lasley did, however, have three individuals and one relay team make their outdoor debut by ...

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  20. Bike Rodeo May 4 at St. Michael City CenterRead the original story

    Wednesday May 1 | Patch.com

    ... 416-7912 or Peggy at 763-416-7919. Call 763-682-7516 to make a reservation for a free car seat safety check by Wright County Public Health. See PDF to the right for additional details.

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