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Delano history walks the runway at Royalty tea party!
About 170 people attended the Delano Royalty tea party and historical fashion show Sunday, Sept. 13, at Rustique Barn as part of Delano’s sesquicentennial celebration. The program moved through historical looks spanning 1855 to 2026. Kathy Workman wrote the script describing the…
Delano Chamber honors Sunrise Fitness with First Dollar Award!
The Delano Area Chamber of Commerce presents Sunrise Fitness owner Kate Leis, center right, with a First Dollar Award Tuesday, Sept. 22. Pictured, from left, are Linda Althoff, Laurie Schaust, Leis and Julie Smola. More photos: Delano Chamber honors Timm Design Co. with First…
Delano Chamber honors Timm Design Co. with First Dollar Award!
Delano Area Chamber of Commerce board President Laurie Schaust, right, and Executive Director Linda Althoff, left, present Matt Timm of Timm Design Co. with a First Dollar Award Tuesday, Sept. 22, at Caribou Coffee in Delano. More photos: Delano history walks the runway at…
Sara Brisco focuses on students, fiscal responsibility in Delano School Board bid
Delano resident Sara Brisco is seeking a seat on the Delano School Board with a focus on individual student needs, teacher support, fiscal responsibility and measurable results. Brisco said she is running to make a difference and help the district work toward the best outcome for…
Delano School Board candidates outline priorities at candidate forum
Eight of the nine candidates running for the Delano School Board faced off last week at Delano City Hall during a candidate forum hosted by the Delano Area Chamber of Commerce. The forum included Nick Arnfelt, incumbent Sarah Baker, Sara Brisco, incumbent Rachel Depa, Mike…
Delano High School announces 2026 Homecoming Court!
Delano High School’s 2026 homecoming court includes, front row from left, Priscilla Bjorklund, Ryann Wyman, Neve Chappius, Addie Iversen, Katelyn Nielsen and Anna Lamecker; back row, Harry Stenbeck, Carson Snow, Brady May, Caleb Erickson, Tate Olson and Mason Mattson. The…
Howard Lake Police Report 10-2
Sept. 21 - 7TH ST - Civil Complaint - A resident called the department to complain about multiple things and hung up after a short discussion. The individual had also called WCSO dispatch multiple times the same morning.Sept. 21 - 7TH AVE - Stoparm Violation - The HLWW SRO was…
Wright County Sheriff’s Report 10-2
Sept. 21, Ara Rashae Davis, 28 of Minneapolis was arrested in Buffalo on two Wright County warrants for 1st Degree Controlled Substance.Sept. 21, Laura Ursula Dimler, 50 of Elk River was arrested in St Michael on a charge of 2nd Degree DWI.Sept. 21, Ashley Alison Goodson, 23 of…
Kari Gustafson no longer campaigning for Delano City Council
Kari Gustafson said she is no longer campaigning for a seat on the Delano City Council. In a voicemail to the Delano Herald Journal, Gustafson said she and her husband, Dan, are closing their shop and considering their next steps. “I’ve just decided to kind of bow out gracefully…
Matt Schoen delivers final State of the Schools address to Delano chamber
Superintendent Matt Schoen delivered his final State of the Schools address last week to Delano area business leaders. Schoen, who plans to retire Dec. 31, spoke during the Delano Area Chamber of Commerce’s monthly meeting Sept. 17 at Delano City Hall. Schoen opened the address…
Rachel Depa seeks to continue work on Delano School Board
Rachel Depa is seeking another term on the Delano School Board with the same priorities she had when she first joined the board: putting students first, respecting parents’ role in their children’s education and being available to the community. Depa has served on the board since…
Katie Bosma focuses on growth, traffic in Delano City Council bid
Delano City Council candidate Katie Bosma wants to help manage the city’s growth and traffic while preserving the small-town character that drew her to the community. Bosma said she has considered running for the council for a while, but she waited until she could devote enough…