Protecting Essential Supports: Community Invited to Disability Services Town Hall
ST. PAUL – Sen. Andrew Mathews, R-Princeton, and Rep. Shane Mekeland, R-Clear Lake, are joining Big Lake-based Options, Inc. representatives to host a town hall meeting regarding the impacts state processing delays may have on services provided to vulnerable Minnesotans. The discussion will focus on provider revalidation and how government agencies and community partners can work together to create stability for the people who depend on these services every day. “We believe the Minnesota Department of
Rivers of Hope gets $5K grant to support Domestic Violence
LAUREN FLAUM Monticello Times A $5,000 grant awarded to Rivers of Hope will help provide emergency assistance for local families fleeing domestic violence, as advocates say rising housing and living costs are making it harder for survivors to leave abusive situations. The funding, awarded through the Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless Foundation, will support Rivers of Hope, a nonprofit organization serving survivors of domestic violence in Wright and Sherburne counties. The $5,000 grant is
Elk River Farmer's Market Relocating During Construction to YMCA
The Elk River Farmers Market will temporarily relocate for the first half of the 2026 season due to construction associated with the downtown parking lot improvement project. During construction of the King Avenue parking lot, the market will operate from the Elk River YMCA parking lot (13337 Business Center Drive) to ensure the weekly event continues uninterrupted for vendors and attendees. The 2026 Elk River Outdoor Farmers Market season will officially begin on Thursday, June 11, from 3:00 – 7:00
