Investigators say boys admit to setting bridge on fire
by Dennis Dalman editor@thenewsleaders.com Two juveniles have admitted to setting the Lake Wobegon Trail walking-biking bridge on fire, according to Stearns County officials on...
There are many ways to honor mothers, even those who are dearly departed
As Mother’s Day approaches, Sunday, May 8, many people become sad and even depressed because their beloved mothers are no...
‘Blonde on Blonde’ is gift that keeps giving
A special birthday is just around the bend – May 16. On that day, 50 years ago, Bob Dylan gave...
Task force likely to recommend two new schools
by Dennis Dalman editor@thenewsleaders.com Sauk Rapids could have two brand new schools by August 2020 if recommendations by the district’s...
Tractors blessed in St. Stephen after Mass
by Dennis Dalman editor@thenewsleaders.com After Catholic Mass, blessings abounded the morning of April 24 in St. Stephen when the Rev....
John Deere wannabe grabs attention
by Dennis Dalman editor@thenewsleaders.com Some farmers are sold on John Deere tractors; some swear by International Harvester Farmall tractors, and...
Work to begin in June on 5-legged roundabout
by Dennis Dalman editor@thenewsleaders.com Work will begin sometime in mid- to late June on road reconfigurations and a five-legged roundabout...
Bark for Life seeks participants to fight cancer
by Dennis Dalman editor@thenewsleaders.com Pets and their human families will have a chance to enjoy spring weather together while doing...