THE BIG LAKE FARMER'S MARKET got underway this week, Shoppers could purchase plants, fresh rhubarb, jams and pickles. Pictured are Judy Wilts of Bob and Judy's Farm market and Linda Bergsten, who made the preserves. The Farmer's Market is open from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. every Friday in the parking lot near Lake Liquors. Vendors can rent a space from City Hall. The cost is $75 for the whole season, which runs through October. It is also possible to rent a garden space by contacting Mike Goebel at Big Lake Public Works Dept. at (763) 263 2268. Rental fee for a garden spot is $25 for the season. (Photo by Jennifer Edwards).
The Minnesota Army National Guard 257 Military Police Company is training at Camp Ripley now, preparing for deployment to Afghanistan at the end of the month.
After a brief public hearing Tuesday without public comment, the Sherburne County Board voted to extend the moratorium on approving applications for solid waste facilities.
Miss Clearwater application packets are still available for young women 16-19 years of age with a Clearwater address and/or phone number or who live in the following townships: Clearwater, Clear Lake or Lynden, to represent our community. The Clearwater Royalty Program provides young women with great volunteer opportunities within the community, friendships, priceless memories and more!
Sherburne County is gearing up to start their portion of the reconstruction of County Road 4. Beginning May 29, County Road 4 will be closed between County Road 46 and County Road 45 until approximately the end of June.