Residents on Second Street Southeast in Willmar and surrounding areas will be able to voice their opinions on whether or not the street should be a one-way once reconstruction is complete. A special meeting is scheduled 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 22, to take comments.
Zeke Dahl, Steve Peppin and Doug Reese are running for the top city office during the Aug. 9 primary election. The top two vote-getters will advance to the general election Nov. 8.
A country music festival may take place on Robbins Island in September if a use agreement is finalized between the City of Willmar and festival promoter Steve Peppin. The Willmar City Council passed a motion of support Monday and will later consider the use agreement.
Gary Manzer, who has been serving as interim director of the Willmar Public Works Department, received the Willmar City Council's approval Monday, May 2, to become the permanent director.