Voters guide offers local candidate information
Voters have a full slate of races to decide when they go to the polls this year — whether it be during the early voting period, which began last week, or on Election Day, Nov. 5.
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Mick Spillane
About me: I’m currently an advanced senior manufacturing engineer at Honeywell Aerospace. I received my Bachelor of Science in physics from the Universtiy of Minnesota Minneapolis. I have been in Minnesota since 2000 and moved to Litchfield seven years ago. I have seven children (ages 3-16) in the school district and have an interest in learning more about the educational systems, how they interact with and influence the community and the kids.
Tim Oster
About me: I’ve been married for nine years and have a 4-year-old daughter and a 2-year-old son. I grew up in Litchfield and graduated from Litchfield in 2015. After graduation, I enlisted in the Marine Corps and was honorably discharged as a sergeant.
LITCHFIELD CITY COUNCIL WARD 4
About me: I am a graduate of Litchfield High School and St. Cloud State University. I taught in Sartell for three years, worked at a tennis and health club for four years and taught in the Litchfield school system for 28 years. I retired in 2017 but I stay active substitute teaching. I have coached college basketball and tennis along with high school football, basketball, tennis, and track and field. My wife, Jo, and I have four grown children and 12 grandchildren.
Carl Minton
About me: Resident of Litchfield for 56 years. Homeowner in Litchfield for 44 years.
LITCHFIELD CITY COUNCIL AT-LARGE
About me: Born in Kanab, Utah, near Zion National Park. Moved to Salt Lake City, UT.
LITCHFIELD CITY COUNCIL WARD 2
About me: I am a retired registered nurse and have been in Litchfield since 1977. I am married with four grown children, four grandchildren, and four grand pups.
School Board approves 5.66% preliminary levy increase
While Litchfield School District’s levy will increase next year, it won’t really mean more funding. That was the message from Business Manager Jesse Johnson as he presented the preliminary levy and budget for fiscal year 2026 during the baord’s Sept.
Ian McGuire
About me: I am a passionate candidate for the Litchfield City Council, dedicated to creating positive change in the community. With a background in business, I have years of experience fostering relationships, balancing budgets and problem- solving. I’m committed to addressing key issues such as housing, budgets and taxes, and I aim to represent the voices of all residents. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my wife, Bailey, and my two daughters, hunting, fishing and and proud to call Litchfield home.
County parks offer diverse attractions
Meeker County parks are flourishing with continued improvements and expansions, as outlined in a report delivered by Parks Superintendent Braden Piram to the County Board. The Parks Department, established in 1967, includes 10 parks spread over 406 acres, offering a wide range of amenities to the community.