Elk River Area Chamber Announces 2026 Candidate Forum Schedule
Elk River Area Chamber Announces 2026 Candidate Forum Schedule The Elk River Area Chamber of Commerce will host a series of five free candidate forums this fall, giving voters an opportunity to hear directly from candidates seeking local and state office. All candidates in the participating races have been invited. Questions will be posed by moderators and will focus on economic conditions, business priorities and other issues affecting our local communities. Candidate Forum Schedule Wednesday,
Wildlife Festival
Celebrate Wildlife at the 31st Annual Wildlife Festival!Families, nature fans and outdoor explorers are invited to the 31st Annual Wildlife Festival at Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, September 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event takes place at the Oak Savanna Learning Center and is free for everyone. The festival celebrates National Public Lands Day, National Wildlife Refuge Week and Urban National Wildlife Refuge Day while showcasing the incredible wildlife and habitats protected
MN Roots Now Open in Elk River
ELK RIVER, Minn. — MN Roots is pleased to announce that it is now officially open as a cannabis dispensary in Elk River, bringing a new locally based retail option to the community. MN Roots offers a selection of quality cannabis products designed to meet a variety of preferences and needs. Customers can expect a welcoming environment and friendly, knowledgeable staff ready to answer questions, provide guidance, and help customers explore available products. “We’re proud to be part of the Elk River
Elk River communications team earns three state awards
https://www.hometownsource.com/elk_river_star_news/ by Jim Boyle EditorAug 31, 2026Updated Aug 31, 2026 The City of Elk River’s Communications Division received three awards from the Minnesota Association of Government Communicators (MAGC). The Elk River Communications Team received one Silver Award and two Northern Lights Awards during the organization’s annual awards ceremony, which recognizes excellence in government communications. The awards included: Silver Award: 2025 Elk River Parks and
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Back to School, Back to Home: Now Is the Time to Start Planning Your Fall Projects
Back to School, Back to Home: Now Is the Time to Start Planning Your Fall Projects As summer begins to wind down, routines around Minnesota are changing again. Kids are heading back to school, the Minnesota State Fair is wrapping up, vacations and busy summer weekends are slowing down—and many of us are starting to spend a little more time at home. And that’s often when we start noticing the things around the house we’ve been putting off. The flooring that has seen better days. The kitchen that could
YMCA of the North is taking over Target Field
⚾ HOT DEAL: $15 Minnesota Twins Tickets!YMCA of the North Twins Takeover Day at Target Field Monday, September 14, 2026Minnesota Twins vs. New York Yankees &##128205; Target Field Take your team, customers, friends, or family out to the ballpark for just $15 per ticket! Twins Takeover Day, presented by YMCA of the North, is bringing together Y members, families, volunteers, donors, partners, and friends from across the region for a night of baseball, community, and fun.&##127903;️ YOUR SPECIAL $15
