The Stearns County Parks Department is reminding you of a major restoration project being done to the Lake Wobegon Trail. Starting Monday (May 11th) parts of the trail between Albany and Freeport, Albany and Holdingford and to the Morrison County line will take place.
A financial boost for plans to extend the Lake Wobegon Trail into Waite Park. The Stearns County Parks Department has announced a $250-thousand Legacy Grant from the Minnesota DNR.
In our "Your Town Tuesday" series, this week we're featuring the town of Holdingford. It is a community of just over 700 people. It's named after Randolph Holding. Mayor Ernie Schmit says they're bringing natural gas to town this year. He says it's the biggest initiative for the town in the 12 years he's been the mayor.
Once the snow melts away, you'll be able to use an electric-assist bike on the Lake Wobegon and Dairyland Trails. The Stearns County Board of Commissioners approved the ordinance change during their meeting this (Tuesday) morning.
The Stearns County Parks Department has received a $1-million Parks and Trails Legacy Program grant for extension of the Lake Wobegon Trail from St. Joseph to Waite Park.