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The man, the myth, the woodchips: Fred Cogelow to be the namesake of new art center From unemployable to internationally...
05/08/2026

The man, the myth, the woodchips: Fred Cogelow to be the namesake of new art center

From unemployable to internationally acclaimed, award winning wood carver Fred Cogelow has spent 50 years perfecting his art in a backyard studio in Willmar. By Shannon UrbanStaff Writer To understand the importance of the upcoming Cogelow Art Center — the first of its kind in Kandiyohi County — one must first understand the man behind its original inspiration and namesake....

https://nlslar.com/2026/05/08/the-man-the-myth-the-woodchips-fred-cogelow-to-be-the-namesake-of-new-art-center/

From stage to street: New London’s Little Theatre’s surrealist parade ends in gas station juggling actBy Brooke Eischens...
05/08/2026

From stage to street: New London’s Little Theatre’s surrealist parade ends in gas station juggling act

By Brooke EischensFeature Writer The wooden floorboards of New London’s Little Theatre Auditorium have seen plenty of drama, but they’ve never seen anything quite like last Saturday, when gravity seemed to lose its grip on the room. It started with two resident artists and professional jugglers, Benjamin Domask-Ruh and Jay Gilligan, a troupe of modern-day vaudevillians, who had been in residency at LTA for the past week, curating a specific show for this unique space, and involving audience members from beginning to end....

https://nlslar.com/2026/05/08/from-stage-to-street-new-londons-little-theatres-surrealist-parade-ends-in-gas-station-juggling-act/

Lake Andrew residents split over Lake Improvement District: insurance policy or open-ended tax?By Ralph DickersonEditor ...
05/08/2026

Lake Andrew residents split over Lake Improvement District: insurance policy or open-ended tax?

By Ralph DickersonEditor A packed house attended the May 5 public hearing held during the Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners meeting regarding the creation of a Lake Improvement District for Lake Andrew. Twenty-five people addressed comments to the county board regarding the proposal, with 12 in support, 12 opposed and one speaker that did not express an opinion either way....

https://nlslar.com/2026/05/08/lake-andrew-residents-split-over-lake-improvement-district-insurance-policy-or-open-ended-tax/

Hooked on Fishing – Lakes Area’s next generation of anglers share their thoughts on fishing openerBy Brooke EischensFeat...
05/08/2026

Hooked on Fishing – Lakes Area’s next generation of anglers share their thoughts on fishing opener

By Brooke EischensFeature Writer Get your bobbers ready, kids! It’s time to swap out those video game controllers for rods and reels.That’s right - Minnesota’s fishing opener is officially here on Saturday, May 9th! Despite the questionable weather lately, think of it as the state’s unofficial “Welcome to Summer” party. Whether from a dock, a bridge, a boat, or from shore, it’s all about getting out and enjoying our land of “10,000 Lakes” and making memories with the ones we love - while trying to hook that lunker....

https://nlslar.com/2026/05/08/hooked-on-fishing-lakes-areas-next-generation-of-anglers-share-their-thoughts-on-fishing-opener/

New owner takes the wheel at Big Kahuna Fun ParkAvery Rich to begin her inaugural year as new owner By Shannon UrbanStaf...
05/08/2026

New owner takes the wheel at Big Kahuna Fun Park

Avery Rich to begin her inaugural year as new owner By Shannon UrbanStaff Writer Avery Rich didn't have a career plan. She just knew she wanted to come home to Spicer. And as it turned out, something unexpected was at home waiting for her. Rich, a marketing graduate finishing her final semester in Mankato, will take ownership of Big Kahuna Fun Park and Godfather’s Pizza this spring — moving back to Spicer the day after her May 8 commencement....

https://nlslar.com/2026/05/08/new-owner-takes-the-wheel-at-big-kahuna-fun-park/

Regal accident claims two livesREGAL – An accident at the intersection of state Highway 55 and and County Road 2 Wednesd...
05/08/2026

Regal accident claims two lives

REGAL – An accident at the intersection of state Highway 55 and and County Road 2 Wednesday claimed the lives of two Belgrade residents. The accident happened at approximately 3 p.m. and the Minnesota State Patrol responded to the emergency call. According to the report, a northbound 2022 Ford Escape on County Road 2, driven by 88 year-old Duane Henry Lieser, failed to stop at the intersection with Highway 55, entered the intersection and collided with a westbound 2004 International semi driven by Daniel Ray Goodall, age 43 of Belgrade....

https://nlslar.com/2026/05/08/regal-accident-claims-two-lives/

Teacher Appreciation WeekTeacher Appreciation Week is a week designated to honor our educators for their dedication and ...
05/02/2026

Teacher Appreciation Week

Teacher Appreciation Week is a week designated to honor our educators for their dedication and impact on students; runing from May 4–8, 2026, with National Teacher Day on Tuesday, May 5th. Please join us in saying THANK YOU to all of New London Spicer's teachers and staff for all the hard work they do. You are appreciated! NL-S High School…...

https://nlslar.com/2026/05/02/teacher-appreciation-week/

Rockin’ Robbins turns 10: Willmar Rotary reveals summer lineup and amphitheater milestoneNew London’s own Dam Jammers re...
05/01/2026

Rockin’ Robbins turns 10: Willmar Rotary reveals summer lineup and amphitheater milestone

New London’s own Dam Jammers return as opening act for the Fabulous Armadillos By Shannon Urban Staff Writer A decade after the music first started at Robbins Island, the Willmar Rotary Club gathered at the Willmar Conference Center this past week to unveil the band lineup for Rockin’ Robbins 2026 — the concert series’ 10th season — and to celebrate a milestone that will permanently change what those summer Tuesday nights look like....

https://nlslar.com/2026/05/01/rockin-robbins-turns-10-willmar-rotary-reveals-summer-lineup-and-amphitheater-milestone/

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