Shelby Lindrud

Patina Pickers sells antique, vintage and new items in the old Dirks Furniture building in Olivia.

The Interior Design Studio in Willmar helps clients create timeless home interiors while also putting the client's favorite pieces and character into the space.

Norwegian knifemaking classes at Milan Village Arts School, taught by Jon Roisen, preserve traditional craft and life skills.

Spicer will host the 40th annual WinterFest with winter activities scheduled for the next several weeks including ice sculptures, live music, fireworks and family fun.

"Frozen Stand-Off" is an original production about the history-making Willmar 8 bank strike. It was written by Atwater-Cosmos-Grove City Schools theater director Thomas Dougherty-Rosengren. A public performance is scheduled for 7 p.m. Jan. 16 at the ACGC High School in Grove City.

Novel Idea Book Shop, owned by Nicole Twedt, is located within Middle Fork Cafe in Willmar.

The Kandiyohi County Board begins 2025 by electing a new chair and vice chair and choosing the official county newspaper.

The past year was a showcase of regional arts and entertainment with art exhibits, new books, special events and much more.

Christian ministry group ATLAS of West Central Minnesota and director Terry Norling are staging a new play based on the story "The Fourth Wise Man" at the Willmar Education and Arts Center.

The Kandiyohi County Board, at its meeting on Tuesday, approved the 2025 tax levy, which will be 8.5% higher than 2024. The board also approved a 3% salary increase for county commissioners.