Benton County 2022 Budget Spending More on Road Construction
Benton County commissioners are expected to pass a 2022 budget with a spending increase of more than $6.8-million.
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Benton County Sheriff’s Asking Motorist to Allow Extra Space for Farmers
The harvest season is in full swing and with it comes extra farm equipment on Central Minnesota roads.
Former Kings Inn Has Long History Along Little Rock Lake
The former Kings Inn building along Little Rock Lake in Watab Township -- or at least what was left of the vacant building -- burned to the ground on Sunday. The fire sparked many memories of the glory days from years gone by.
Fire at King’s Inn Prompts Lane Closure on Highway 10 [PHOTOS]
A fire at an abandoned business is prompting closures on Highway 10.
Heavy Winds and Hail as Storm Blows Through Central Minnesota [PHOTOS]
A line of severe storms moved through central Minnesota late Saturday morning and early afternoon.
Traveling Vietnam War Memorial Replica Makes a Stop in Rice [PHOTOS]
A traveling replica of a national memorial is in central Minnesota this weekend.
Benton County, DNR Asking Help Identifying Illegal Turkey Hunter
Authorities are asking for your help identifying a man who is believed to be illegally turkey hunting in Benton County.
Benton County Planning Fiber Optic Connection to St. Cloud
Benton County is planning to capitalize on a unique opportunity to install fiber optic cable from Foley to St. Cloud.
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Got My COVID Vaccine
I got my vaccine this week, here are a handful of things I wish I knew before I got it.
Authorities Investigating String of Benton County Grass Fires
The Benton County Sheriff's Office is asking for your help as they investigate a series of grass fires this week.