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The Willmar City Council has heard additional options regarding the location of a new city hall, and, again, after a lengthy discussion, left the meeting without any clear direction.

The Joint Powers Board of the Kandiyohi County and City of Willmar Economic Development Commission unanimously approved the name change during a special meeting Monday, Nov. 20.

The Kandiyohi County and City of Willmar Economic Development Commission Joint Powers Board on Monday, Nov. 20, approved the new name of Kandiyohi County Economic Development.

(Willmar MN-) As we approach the end of the year, Aaron Backman with the Kandiyohi County and Willmar Economic Development Commission says some of the largest building permits issued in

(Willmar MN-) The Willmar City Council holds their regular meeting Monday. City Administrator Leslie Valiant will tell the council about a recent award given in connection with The Willmar WYE

The Kandiyohi County Board received its copy of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials America's Transportation Award earlier this month.

The first public hearing is related to the sale of land in the Willmar Industrial Park to Duininck Concrete and the second is related to the 2024 street improvement projects.

As part of its rebranding strategy and pending the approval of the EDC Joint Powers Board, the name will go from nine words to four — Kandiyohi County Economic Development.

As part of its monthly Hot Topics series, the League of Women Voters of the Willmar Area focused on the challenges around housing — and what is going on to meet those needs.

Willmar was highlighted for its innovative programs and growing economy as part of Business View Magazine.