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In 2023, Unity Bank employees, along with our community members, raised $7,415 by donating two dollars for the opportunity to wear jeans on Fridays. Unity Bank matched those donations for a total of $14,830 in financial support to local community nonprofit organizations. For fourth quarter 2023,...
By Dawn Timbs
Staples World reporter
Al Evans of Motley was surprised to receive a phone call one day from someone informing him he’d been nominated to receive a Quilt of Honor in recognition for his service to the United States of America.
It was humbling, Evans said of the unexpected nomination...
Recent reports from the Motley Police Department (MPD) and Morrison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) included the following:
Feb. 28 - March 5
March 2 - Motley Police received a complaint of a maroon three-wheel motorcycle driving around Motley playing very loud music.
Feb. 28 - Motley Police...
Central Lakes College students and Director of Student Life Erich Heppner, left, race to grab dodgeballs during an activity at the Staples Community Center in March. (Photo by Mark Anderson)
Central Lakes College students and Director of Student Life Erich Heppner, left, race to grab dodgeballs during an activity at the Staples Community Center in March. (Photo by Mark Anderson)
Central Lakes College students and Director of Student Life Erich Heppner, left, race to grab dodgeballs during an activity at the Staples Community Center in March. (Photo by Mark Anderson)
By Mark Anderson
Managing Editor
At the Feb. 27 Staples Economic Development Authority (SEDA) meeting, Economic Director Melissa Wyman said she would be leaving her position and taking over as the Executive Director of the Todd County Development Corporation (TCDC).
“I will still be involved with...
Staples-Motley basketball players gave big hugs to the coaching staff following their Section 7AA quarterfinal win over Crosby-Ironton on March 9. Left, player Alex Schultz gives a hug to his father Nick, center, Noah Larson picks up coach Zack Qual and coach Justin Thorne is at right. See story,...
By Mark Anderson
Managing Editor
The Staples Public Works Commission held a special meeting to discuss assessments for the street project on 2nd Street NE in Staples. Public Works Director Scott Grabe told the Staples City Council about the meeting at the Feb. 20 council meeting.
He said for most...
Recent reports taken by the Staples Police included:
Feb. 21, Staples Police received a report of a large white pit bull type dog that had jumped a fence and attacked another dog on the 700 block of 5th St. NE. Police will be issuing the owner of the dog a potentially dangerous dog notice.
Feb. 22...
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