by Dennis Dalman news@thenewsleaders.com Some had begun to claim it will never happen; others refused to consider defeat and forged onward for 10 years through endless negotiations, fundraising and a veritable blizzard of paperwork. Those who persisted doggedly through hope and hard work won the day. At 6 p.m. July 12, about 100 people gathered at River’s Edge Park in
Bikers comment on new section of Lake Wobegon trail
The extension of the Lake Wobegon Trail from St. Joseph to Waite Park opened July 12. Riders who took part in a ride on opening day offered their opinions.
Bus tour highlights community progress
by Mike Knaak editor@thenewsleaders.com Two busloads of Sartell Chamber of Commerce members viewed updates on community developments during a tour led by city and school officials on July 10. On the way to the new high school site, riders saw the major construction work underway on Pinecone Road and navigated the detours on the north side of the city. At
Joetown Rocks Parish Festival photo gallery
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Council approves Celebration drainage solution
by Dennis Dalman news@thenewsleaders.com By a unanimous vote, the Sartell City Council decided at its July 9 meeting to go ahead with the long-discussed drainage solution in the city’s Celebration neighborhood. The final proposal was outlined by April Ryan, a water engineer. The council approval happened at a public hearing on the matter. Two men, both Celebration residents, spoke at
Council frustrated with lack of annexation progress
by Mike Knaak editor@thenewsleaders.com Frustrated by lack of action on annexation, the St. Joseph City Council issued an ultimatum to St. Joseph Township at its meeting July 2: either act on previous promises or face legal action and enforcement of the entire orderly annexation agreement. Council members expressed frustration and accused the township of dragging its feet after the city’s
Residents can help beautify city parks, trail areas
by Cori Hilsgen news@thenewsleaders.com With the continued growth of the Sartell area, people who enjoy being outdoors can appreciate being able to spend time with nature in areas such as around Lake Francis, near the Sartell Community Center and Chateau Waters, and other parks and trails around the city. Sartell resident George Torrey is encouraging people to donate to help
St. Joseph man ready for 500-mile fundraiser
by Mike Knaak editor@thenewsleaders.com Gene Boysen is getting ready to roll…and roll and roll and roll. Boysen takes off Sunday, July 15, for the 500-mile Habitat 500 Bike Ride. The 54-year-old St. Joseph veterinarian hopes to raise as much as $2,000 through pledges for Habitat for Humanity. The nonprofit organization helps families build and improve affordable housing. “I’ve wanted to