Levi Jones

Students in one Willmar Middle School class got to learn how to design and 3D print items that they came up with as part of a STEM class unit made possible by a $16,000 grant.

The Kandiyohi County Board will discuss the STAY contract with Lutheran Social Services at their upcoming board meeting.

The GrowMobile program offers preschool-age children activities and learning opportunities at several locations in Kandiyohi County.

Willmar Public Schools will offer free hot and cold meal options for children at several locations in Willmar.

The Kandiyohi County Board voted to approve a contract to provide the county, and neighboring counties, with a program that assists youth in out-of-home placement.

Sen. Andrew Lang, Rep. Scott Van Binsbergen and Rep. Dave Baker spoke with constituents at a town hall meeting in Willmar about the 2026 session of the Minnesota Legislature.

The Willmar School Board heard a presentation Monday on the district’s 2026-27 original budget. The business and finance director projects decrease of $1,005,981 in compensatory revenue.

The meeting starts at 4 p.m. instead of the usual time. A Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting will follow at 6 p.m.

Juneteenth recognizes the emancipation of African American slaves in the United States. In Willmar, it was the first year of Juneteenth being celebrated on its own as a stand-alone event.

This year’s Atwater Festival Days celebrated the 150th anniversary of the city being chartered. Community members and guests spent time together taking part in a variety of activities.