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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Olson’s Raise: Short-Sighted; Vindictive At Best

While I’m not a Swift County resident, I have enjoyed vicariously living in your community through the pages of this

Community input needed as Benson Schools navigates budget decisions

That referendum did not pass...This is not the outcome the district or school board hoped for, but it is the reality

Letters may no longer be postmarked by post office the day they’re mailed

The Rural Blog
Heather Close
Univ. of Kentucky

Recipes from the Past

Recipes taken from Pat Anfinson’s cookbook

POTATO SALAD

VFW Auxiliary donates Patriotic Books to library

The VFW Auxiliary to Benson Post 1403 recently donated seven patriotic-themed books to the Benson Public Library for

Fischbach staff to be in Benson January 23

U.S.

Sheriff given 2.8% increase, but sought 5%

The motion to set Holtz’s salary at $143,170 based on a 3% increase failed with all commissioners voting against it.<

New food pyramid changes

By Heather Close

 

Kennedy told reporters he wants Americans to “Eat real food.”

Benson’s First Security Bank to be acquired

The purchase reinforces Citizens Alliance’s commitment to community banking and strengthens its presence and service

County losing attorney: Salary, ‘disrespect’ cited in resignation

"I deserve better, and Swift County deserves better,” she writes.

 

KMS sports

KMS girls cruise in two double-digit wins

B/KMS gymnastics starts 2026 with Winterfest win

Focus on Ag: Kent Thiesse, Farm Management Analyst

FBA payments will be based on the 2025 planted acres of eligible crops, as reported to local Farm Service Agency (FSA

The problems with Minnesota’s new paid leave program

Minnesota’s paid leave program is moving forward.

Stories that defined the year...top 2025 stories

Imagine if none of these stories would have been written.

Snow emergency lifted; reminder to shovel your sidewalk
Benson FFA competes in Region V Event

Benson FFA members competed in the Region V Leadership Development Event Day held November 17 at MACCRAY High School.

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