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After a June 26, 2024 story headlined “DOJ holding secret meetings in Long Prairie” was published in the Leader, I was invited to attend a July 30 meeting by an attendee who didn’t think the meetings were secret. According to the attendee, there were two initial closed meetings, and then two more...
Go Tacos opened on July 30 and has seen non stop customers ever since. Bernardo Chavez (pictured) runs the business. He, along with his brothers Juan Chavez and Julio Chavez, are owners of Go Tacos, Taqueria Chavez Restaurant, the Chavez Event Center, and the Chavez Market.
“We lived here 30 years...
City Hall is preparing for the Aug. 13 Primary and Nov. 5 General Election.
The Long Prairie City Council approved 13 election judges at the July 15 meeting. The need for 13 was due to the anticipated high voter turnout.
Minnesota law allows for a minimum of four judges. All 13 judges are trained...
Dangerous storms once again barreled through the area this past weekend dumping large hail in areas already battered by recent straight-line winds. Up in the northern part of Todd County, golf ball size hail pummeled roofs and vehicles, while in Long Prairie, three-inch diameter hail caused roof...
The Long Prairie Area Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of Go Tacos, featured on the front page of this edition. Go Tacos is located at the former Burger King location. Pictured above are, from left, Denita Wisniewski (Chamber treasurer/secretary), Julio...
As part of efforts to reduce nitrate pollution statewide, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) released proposed changes to two permits that regulate the state’s largest animal feedlots.
These permits regulate the discharge of pollutants from livestock production areas and restrict the...
The Long Prairie Lions’ latest project at Lake Charlotte Park is coming along nicely. The pavement for the new pickleball court is curing while it awaits the line painting and the new fencing was installed last week. The Lions Club is currently in the process of raising funds to offset the cost of...
Long Prairie Police Department
Anyeline Francisca Arnaud, Long Prairie. Driving without a valid license for vehicle class or type. Fine $100. Fee $85.
Jonathan Thomas Gonzalez Ortiz, Long Prairie. Driving after revocation. Fine $200. Fee $85.
Ty Edward Largerquist, Bertha. Driver who is not owner...
Malina Moye wowed the crowd at the Chavez Event Center this past Thursday as part of the Concert in the Park series. Moye brought a blend of modern rock, funk and blues to Long Prairie.
If you are looking for an opportunity to serve your community, now is the time to file for office.
Multiple city offices are available in 12 cities of Todd County. For city offices, file at the local City Hall. Offices in Long Prairie that are up for election include mayor and two city council...
