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Delano, Minnesota

Delano is a city in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 6,484 at the 2020 census. The city prides itself on its "small-town feel." It is on the outskirts of the Twin Cities Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Delano was platted in 1868, and named after Francis Roach Delano, a railroad official. A post office has been in operation at Delano since 1870. Delano was incorporated in 1876. Three buildings in the town are on the National Register of Historic Places: the 1880s Eagle Newspaper Office, the 1888 Delano Village Hall, and the 1893 Simon Weldele House.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 4.43 sqmi, all land. U.S. Highway 12 serves as a main route in the community. Other routes include County Roads 6 and 11 (from Minneapolis), 16, 17, and 30.

Delano is located at 45.04 degrees north, 93.78 degrees west, along the South Fork of the Crow River. The ZIP code is 55328.

Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Delano has a hot-summer humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfa" on climate maps. The hottest temperature recorded in Delano was 104 F on July 31, 1988, while the coldest temperature recorded was -37 F on February 2, 1996.

Education
Delano is known for its strong public school system. In 2013, Forbes selected Delano as the "Best Schools for Your Housing Buck." Delano Elementary school won the National Blue Ribbon Award in 2013. Delano also has parochial schools, including St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic School and Mt. Olive Lutheran School.

2020 census
As of the census of 2020, there were 6,484 people in the city. The racial makeup of the city was 95.4% White, 0.0% African American, 0.0% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 4.0% Hispanic or Latino, and 3.6% from two or more races.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.9% under the age of 18 and 11.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. Females made up 48.1% of the population. 99.8% of the population were high school graduates or higher and 44.8% had a bachelor degree or higher.

There were 2,319 households, with an average of 2.73 persons per household. Median value of owner-occupied housing units is $278,700. The median household income in the city was $93,531. 3.8% of the population was persons in poverty. 93.1% of households had computers and 91.6% had a broadband internet subscription. The population per square mile was 1,464, with Delano having 4.43 square miles of land area.

2015 and 2010 census
As of the census of 2015, there were 5,875 people, 2,064 households, and 1,948 families living in the city. The population density was 1349.1 PD/sqmi. There were 2,064 housing units at an average density of 509.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.0% White, 0.4% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.0% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4% of the population.

There were 2,064 households, of which 31.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.9% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.6% were non-families. 23.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.89 and the average family size was 3.29.

The median age in the city was 34.9 years. 31.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.3% were from 25 to 44; 24.7% were from 45 to 64; and 9.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.8% male and 51.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,836 people, 1,368 households, and 986 families living in the city. The population density was 1,492.8 PD/sqmi. There were 1,391 housing units at an average density of 541.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.18% White, 0.34% African American, 0.16% Native American, 0.29% Asian, 0.31% from other races, and 0.73% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.91% of the population.

There were 1,368 households, out of which 45.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.5% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.9% were non-families. 22.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.80 and the average family size was 3.37.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 33.5% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 35.4% from 25 to 44, 17.1% from 45 to 64, and 7.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $52,917, and the median income for a family was $63,011. Males had a median income of $40,902 versus $30,562 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,538. About 1.1% of families and 2.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.0% of those under age 18 and 8.8% of those age 65 or over.

Government
Delano has a mayor-council government. Holly Schrupp was elected mayor in 2022 and took office on January 6, 2023. The current city council members are Jason Franzen, Becky Schaust, Mike Mathisen, and Jeremiah Hawkins. Each council member serves a four-year term.

Culture
Delano is home to Minnesota's oldest and largest Fourth of July celebration. The first known Fourth of July celebration was held in 1857 near Fountain Lake. The celebration lasts at least four days, and includes various entertainment and activities. It begins with local baseball and softball tournaments, the arrival of the carnival in Central Park, and the coronation of Delano Royalty. The Fourth of July parade begins at 10:30 am, and the evening closes with a fireworks display.

The films A Simple Plan and Grumpy Old Men were partially filmed in Delano.

Delano is home to the bimonthly newspaper Kurier Polski, the sole Polish/American newspaper in the Midwest, with a distribution of 1,500.

Notable people

 * Tom Emmer – member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from 2005 to 2011, and the Republican nominee for governor in 2010. On June 5, 2013, he announced he would seek the 6th Congressional District seat being vacated by Michele Bachmann. Elected in 2014, he took office in January 2015.
 * Robert O. McEachern - member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from 1973 to 1992. McEachern grew up in Delano.
 * Ben Meyers - professional ice hockey forward for the NHL's Anaheim Ducks.

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Franklin Township, Wright County, Minnesota

Franklin Township is a rural township in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The township population was 2,774 at the 2000 census.

History
Franklin Township was originally called Newport Township, and under the latter name was organized in 1858. It was soon afterwards changed to Franklin, there being another township in the state with a similar name. It was then named in honor of Benjamin Franklin. The 1871 District No. 48 School in Franklin Township is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 43.9 sqmi, of which 42.8 sqmi is land and 1.1 sqmi  (2.48%) is water.

The city of Delano is located within Franklin Township geographically, but is a separate entity.

Franklin Township is located in Township 118 North of the Arkansas Base Line and Range 25 West of the 5th Principal Meridian.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,774 people, 889 households, and 784 families residing in the township. The population density was 64.8 PD/sqmi. There were 907 housing units at an average density of 21.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.63% White, 0.11% African American, 0.32% Native American, 0.58% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 0.14% from other races, and 0.18% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.83% of the population.

There were 889 households, out of which 40.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 81.0% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 11.7% were non-families. 8.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.05 and the average family size was 3.25.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.4% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 27.6% from 25 to 44, 27.3% from 45 to 64, and 10.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $68,750, and the median income for a family was $71,321. Males had a median income of $40,662 versus $32,117 for females. The per capita income for the township was $27,429. About 1.4% of families and 1.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.4% of those under age 18 and 8.1% of those age 65 or over.

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French Lake Township, Wright County, Minnesota

French Lake Township is a township in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The unincorporated community of French Lake is located within French Lake Township. The population was 1,130 at the 2000 census.

French Lake Township was organized in 1865, and named after French Lake.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.5 sqmi, of which 33.5 sqmi is land and 2.0 sqmi  (5.64%) is water.

French Lake Township is located in Township 120 North of the Arkansas Base Line and Range 28 West of the 5th Principal Meridian.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,130 people, 405 households, and 311 families residing in the township. The population density was 33.8 PD/sqmi. There were 615 housing units at an average density of 18.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.50% White, 0.18% African American, 0.09% Native American, 0.27% Asian, and 0.97% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.27% of the population.

There were 405 households, out of which 33.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.1% were married couples living together, 4.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.0% were non-families. 19.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.79 and the average family size was 3.23.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.2% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 27.1% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 115.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $57,708, and the median income for a family was $60,625. Males had a median income of $41,635 versus $28,036 for females. The per capita income for the township was $23,488. About 4.9% of families and 8.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.7% of those under age 18 and 3.3% of those age 65 or over.


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Maple Lake, Minnesota

Maple Lake is a city in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,159 at the 2020 census. Minnesota State Highway 55 serves as a main route in the city.

History
Maple Lake was laid out in 1886, and named for its location in Maple Lake Township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.26 sqmi; 2.23 sqmi is land and 0.03 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,059 people, 773 households, and 528 families living in the city. The population density was 923.3 PD/sqmi. There were 822 housing units at an average density of 368.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.

There were 773 households, of which 41.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.8% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.7% were non-families. 27.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.22.

The median age in the city was 32.3 years. 31% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29.9% were from 25 to 44; 22.4% were from 45 to 64; and 9.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.7% male and 51.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,633 people, 621 households, and 388 families living in the city. The population density was 848.9 PD/sqmi. There were 632 housing units at an average density of 328.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.02% White, 0.24% African American, 0.06% Native American, 0.18% Asian, 0.24% from other races, and 0.24% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.98% of the population. 52.4% were of German, 8.6% Irish and 7.4% Norwegian ancestry according to Census 2000.

There were 621 households, out of which 35.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.9% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.5% were non-families. 30.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.38.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.3% under the age of 18, 9.9% from 18 to 24, 31.8% from 25 to 44, 14.5% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $43,047.50, and the median income for a family was $54,423. Males had a median income of $35,375 versus $25,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,476. About 2.3% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.3% of those under age 18 and 15.6% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * William Henry Bullock – (1927–2011), an American Roman Catholic bishop. He was the Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Madison, Wisconsin. Born in Maple Lake.
 * Joshua Guimond (born 1982), a college student who disappeared in 2002 grew up in Maple Lake.
 * Arnold D. Gruys - (1928-2020), a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives. Born in Maple Lake.
 * James Jude - (1928-2015), an American surgeon, known for the development of the external cardiac massage, one of the components of CPR. Born in Maple Lake.
 * Marion O'Neill - (born 1969), a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives. She represents District 29B and lives in Maple Lake

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Maple Lake Township, Wright County, Minnesota

Maple Lake Township is a township in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,128 at the 2000 census.

Maple Lake Township was organized in 1858, and named after Maple Lake.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.7 square miles (89.7 km2), of which 31.8 square miles (82.3 km2) is land and 2.9 square miles (7.5 km2)  (8.31%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,128 people, 744 households, and 604 families residing in the township. The population density was 67.0 PD/sqmi. There were 891 housing units at an average density of 28.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.68% White, 0.05% African American, 0.33% Native American, 0.38% Asian, 0.19% from other races, and 0.38% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.47% of the population.

There were 744 households, out of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.1% were married couples living together, 3.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.7% were non-families. 14.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.86 and the average family size was 3.19.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.6% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 26.2% from 45 to 64, and 9.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $60,208, and the median income for a family was $63,500. Males had a median income of $42,986 versus $27,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $23,773. About 2.5% of families and 4.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.9% of those under age 18 and 5.3% of those age 65 or over.


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Marysville Township, Wright County, Minnesota

Marysville Township is a township in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,097 at the 2000 census.

Marysville Township was organized in 1866, having been settled chiefly by Roman Catholics. The 1891 Marysville Swedesburg Lutheran Church is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.9 square miles (87.8 km2), of which 32.5 square miles (84.3 km2) is land and 1.3 square miles (3.5 km2)  (3.95%) is water.

Marysville Township is located in Township 119 North of the Arkansas Base Line and Range 26 West of the 5th Principal Meridian.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,097 people, 696 households, and 556 families residing in the township. The population density was 64.4 PD/sqmi. There were 714 housing units at an average density of 21.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.00% White, 0.33% African American, 0.43% Native American, 0.14% Asian, 0.14% from other races, and 0.95% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.96% of the population.

There were 696 households, out of which 40.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.1% were married couples living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.0% were non-families. 14.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.96 and the average family size was 3.30.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.6% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 31.1% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 7.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $53,011, and the median income for a family was $57,768. Males had a median income of $36,935 versus $27,396 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,171. About 5.7% of families and 9.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.9% of those under age 18 and 6.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Newbury

Newbury may refer to:

United Kingdom

 * Newbury, Berkshire, a town
 * Newbury (district), Berkshire, a district formed in 1974
 * Newbury (UK Parliament constituency)
 * Newbury, Kent, a hamlet
 * Newbury, Somerset, a hamlet

United States

 * Newbury, Connecticut, former name of Brookfield
 * Newbury, Kansas, an unincorporated community
 * Newbury, Massachusetts, a town
 * Newbury, New Hampshire, a town
 * Newbury (town), Vermont
 * Newbury (village), Vermont, within the town
 * Newbury Street, a street in Boston, Massachusetts
 * Newbury Township, LaGrange County, Indiana
 * Newbury Township, Geauga County, Ohio

Elsewhere

 * Newbury, Victoria, Australia, a locality
 * Newbury, Ontario, Canada, a village
 * Newbury, New Zealand, a rural community

Schools

 * Newbury Biblical Institute, renamed Boston University in 1869
 * Newbury Seminary, the oldest predecessor of Vermont College of Fine Arts
 * Newbury College (England), a further education college
 * Newbury College (United States), a career-focused college in Brookline, Massachusetts
 * Newbury Academy, an alternative high school in Dumont, New Jersey
 * Newbury High School, a former school in Newbury Township, Geauga County, Ohio

Sports

 * Newbury Racecourse, adjoining Newbury, Berkshire, UK
 * Newbury F.C., a football club in Newbury, Berkshire
 * A.F.C. Newbury, a short-lived football club in Newbury, Berkshire
 * Newbury R.F.C., a rugby union club in Newbury, Berkshire

Transportation

 * Newbury Buses, a bus brand
 * Newbury bypass, which bypasses Newbury, Berkshire, UK
 * Newbury Manflier, a human-powered aircraft designed by Nicholas Goodhart
 * Newbury Park tube station
 * Newbury railway station
 * Newbury Road, the main street in Newbury Park, California
 * Newbury Street, Boston, Massachusetts

Military

 * First Battle of Newbury
 * Second Battle of Newbury
 * HMS Newbury, several ships of the Royal Navy

People

 * Newbury (surname)

Other uses

 * Newbery Medal, an award for children's literature
 * Newbury Castle, west of Newbury, Berkshire
 * The Newbury Boston, a historic luxury hotel
 * Newbury Dam, South Africa

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Middleville Township, Wright County, Minnesota

Middleville Township is a township in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 925 at the 2000 census.

Middleville Township was organized in 1858, and named after a place in Virginia.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.5 square miles (92.0 km2), of which 33.6 square miles (87.1 km2) is land and 1.9 square miles (4.9 km2)  (5.37%) is water.

Middleville Township is located in Township 119 North of the Arkansas Base Line and Range 27 West of the 5th Principal Meridian.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 925 people, 312 households, and 258 families residing in the township. The population density was 27.5 PD/sqmi. There were 327 housing units at an average density of 9.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.22% White, 0.65% African American, 0.86% Native American, 0.43% Asian, 0.97% from other races, and 0.86% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.51% of the population.

There were 312 households, out of which 37.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.7% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.3% were non-families. 13.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.96 and the average family size was 3.27.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.9% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 12.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $50,833, and the median income for a family was $52,159. Males had a median income of $40,556 versus $24,844 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,850. About 0.8% of families and 2.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.8% of those under age 18 and 6.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Monticello, Minnesota

Monticello is a city next to the Mississippi River in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 14,455 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.94 sqmi, all land. The city's latitude is 45.305 degrees North and its longitude is 93.793 degrees West. Its elevation is 922 feet. Monticello is in the Central time zone.

Parks
Monticello has an extensive parks and pathway system, including 28 city-owned parks and miles of winding trails. Lake Maria State Park, Montissippi Regional Park and the Harry Larsen Memorial Park are three of the largest. At Swan Park, each winter between December and March, as many as 2,700 trumpeter swans nest near Mississippi Drive in Monticello, as the Mississippi River is heated from warm water discharged by the Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant.

The City of Monticello and Wright County partnered and acquired 1,200 acres of open space in Wright County, known as the Bertram Chain of Lakes. The Bertram Chain includes four lakes and acres of undisturbed shoreline, natural habitat, and oak forest, 812 of which are open for public enjoyment. It provides users access to 4 miles of hiking trails, 10 miles of single-track mountain biking trails, beach at Bertram Lake for swimming, and carry-in access to Long Lake, which allow the opportunity to paddle Long, Mud and First Lakes. Winter activities include fat-biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. Summer activities include paddleboard classes, canoeing excursions, kids fishing programs, and guided moonlight hiking.

History
Monticello was platted in 1854. A post office has been in operation at Monticello since 1855. Monticello was incorporated in 1856. The nearby village of Moritzious merged with Monticello in 1891.

In 1971, the Monticello Nuclear Plant began operation.

In May 2006, the Monticello Middle School had an electrical fire from the large amount of rain settling on the roof. The smoke damage to the school caused the school to be closed for the rest of the school year. As a result, middle school and high school students had to share usage of the high school building on an alternate-day schedule. The school year did not get extended, and the clean-up was completed in time for the 2006–07 school year.

Economy
In anticipation of rapid population growth, Monticello created a comprehensive growth plan in 1996. A new high school was constructed in 1999. A new highway interchange was completed in 2006 on the east end of town, allowing residents full access to Interstate 94 from Wright County Road 18. Since 2002, many retail outlets have been constructed. This planned growth has also brought new auto dealerships, hotels, and industrial development. A 2004 annexation agreement with Monticello Township is expected to help sustain Monticello's growth for the next twenty years.

Top employers
According to Monticello's 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), its top employers are:

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Education
Monticello is in the Monticello School District. Parts of nearby Monticello Township are in St. Michael-Albertville Schools.

Monticello High School is Wright County's third-largest school, with an estimated attendance of 1,314. The school's athletic teams were formerly known as the Redmen and are now the Magic.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 12,759 people, 4,693 households, and 3,164 families residing in the city. The population density was 1427.2 PD/sqmi. There were 4,973 housing units at an average density of 556.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.6% White, 1.5% African American, 0.5% Native American, 1.0% Asian, 2.3% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.4% of the population.

There were 4,693 households, of which 43.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.2% were married couples living together, 12.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.6% were non-families. 25.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.68 and the average family size was 3.23.

The median age in the city was 31.4 years. 30.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 33.3% were from 25 to 44; 18.7% were from 45 to 64; and 9.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.2% male and 50.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 7,868 people, the median income for a household in the city was $45,384, and the median income for a family was $53,566. Males had a median income of $41,057 versus $25,854 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,229. About 4.2% of families and 4.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.8% of those under age 18 and 7.4% of those age 65 or over.

Government
The City Council of Monticello consists of the mayor and four councilmembers, with the mayor serving an elected two-year and councilmembers serving four-year staggered terms. The current mayor is Lloyd Hilgart, who took office in January 2023.

Newspapers
The local newspaper is The Monticello Times.

Notable people

 * Tobias Mealey – early Minnesota pioneer and politician. A significant reason that the Rand House was built in Monticello (for his daughter).
 * Joel Przybilla – an American professional basketball player, who last played for the Milwaukee Bucks of the NBA. He is a Monticello High School alumnus.

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Monticello Township, Wright County, Minnesota

Monticello Township is a township in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 4,139 at the 2000 census.

Monticello Township was organized in 1858. The David Hanaford Farmstead, with surviving buildings from the 1870s, is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 43.5 sqmi, of which 40.1 sqmi is land and 3.3 sqmi)  (7.66%) is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census, there were 4,139 people, 1,318 households and 1,093 families residing in the township. The population density was 103.2 /sqmi. There were 1,357 housing units at an average density of 33.8 /sqmi. The racial make-up of the township was 97.37% White, 0.24% African American, 0.58% Native American, 0.53% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.51% from other races and 0.75% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.50% of the population.

There were 1,318 households, of which 46.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.7% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present and 17.0% were non-families. 11.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.10 and the average family size was 3.37.

31.5% of the population were under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 31.4% from 25 to 44, 22.5% from 45 to 64 and 6.5% were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.9 males.

The median household income was $57,527 and the median family income was $61,857. Males had a median income of $39,656 and females $26,675. The per capita income was $21,154. About 4.0% of families and 3.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.6% of those under age 18 and 5.5% of those age 65 or over.


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Montrose, Minnesota

Montrose is a small city in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. Montrose is surrounded by farmland, prairies, and lakes. The population was 2,847 at the 2010 census.

History
Montrose was platted in 1878, and named after Montrose, in Scotland. Montrose was incorporated in 1881. The Dr. E.P. Hawkins Clinic, Hospital, and House, an early-20th-century medical complex, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.21 sqmi; 3.20 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water. U.S. Highway 12 and Minnesota State Highway 25 are two of the main routes in the community.

Nearby places include Delano, Buffalo, Hanover, Rockford, Waverly, and Watertown.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,847 people, 1,043 households, and 734 families living in the city. The population density was 889.7 PD/sqmi. There were 1,116 housing units at an average density of 348.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 0.6% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 1.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.0% of the population.

There were 1,043 households, of which 46.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.6% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.6% were non-families. 22.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.73 and the average family size was 3.23.

The median age in the city was 29.5 years. 31.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 40.2% were from 25 to 44; 15.4% were from 45 to 64; and 5.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.2% male and 49.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,143 people, 454 households, and 281 families living in the city. The population density was 1,190.4 PD/sqmi. There were 467 housing units at an average density of 486.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.20% White, 0.70% African American, 0.17% Asian, 1.31% from other races, and 0.61% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.31% of the population.

There were 454 households, out of which 36.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.1% were married couples living together, 6.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.9% were non-families. 30.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.18.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.7% under the age of 18, 11.6% from 18 to 24, 34.1% from 25 to 44, 17.7% from 45 to 64, and 7.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,583, and the median income for a family was $52,833. Males had a median income of $31,434 versus $26,481 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,281. About 4.6% of families and 6.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.1% of those under age 18 and 4.0% of those age 65 or over.

title: Montrose, Minnesota


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Otsego, Minnesota

Otsego is a city in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. It is a northwest suburb within the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area. The population was 19,966 at the 2020 census, further growing to 23,241 by 2023. Otsego is the largest city in Wright County, and the 47th largest city in Minnesota. Minnesota State Highway 101 and Interstate 94 serve as the main routes in the city.

History
Otsego first became an organized township in 1858, and was named after Otsego County, New York. The township incorporated as the city of Otsego in 1990.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 30.49 sqmi; 29.56 sqmi is land and 0.93 sqmi is water. Otsego is located at the confluence of the Mississippi and Crow Rivers.

Otsego is located approximately 30 miles Northwest of Downtown Minneapolis via I-94.

Nearby places include Albertville, St. Michael, Rogers, Elk River, Dayton, and Monticello.

Climate
Otsego has a Humid continental climate with cold, snowy winters and hot, humid summers. As is typical in the Upper Midwest. Otsego experiences a full range of precipitation and related weather events, including snow, sleet, ice, rain, thunderstorms, and fog. Temperatures can exceed 100 °F during summer months and fall below 0 °F in winter. Due to an urban heat island effect, Otsego is often a few degrees colder than downtown Minneapolis during the winter months.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 13,571 people, 4,736 households, and 3,560 families living in the city. The population density was 459.1 PD/sqmi. There were 5,022 housing units at an average density of 169.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.2% White, 1.8% African American, 0.4% Native American, 1.8% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.8% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.4% of the population.

There were 4,736 households, of which 44.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.9% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 24.8% were non-families. 17.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.86 and the average family size was 3.29.

The median age in the city was 31.8 years. 30.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 35.3% were from 25 to 44; 21.5% were from 45 to 64; and 5.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.7% male and 49.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 6,389 people, 2,062 households, and 1,674 families living in the city. The population density was 217.5 PD/sqmi. There were 2,120 housing units at an average density of 72.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.26% White, 0.25% African American, 0.36% Native American, 0.72% Asian, 0.56% from other races, and 0.85% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.27% of the population. 41.0% were of German, 16.1% Norwegian, 7.0% Swedish, 6.9% Irish and 6.1% American ancestry according to Census 2000.

There were 2,062 households, out of which 46.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.0% were married couples living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.8% were non-families. 12.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.10 and the average family size was 3.41.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.5% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 34.2% from 25 to 44, 21.4% from 45 to 64, and 4.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $57,422, and the median income for a family was $59,319. Males had a median income of $39,568 versus $28,273 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,209. About 3.1% of families and 3.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.4% of those under age 18 and 13.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
A portion of the city is in the St. Michael-Albertville Schools district., The majority of the City is In the Elk River/Rogers, Minnesota School District. The far western side of Otsego is in the Monticello School District.

Rogers High School serves the community.

title: Otsego, Minnesota


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Rockford Township, Wright County, Minnesota

Rockford Township is a township in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 3,444 at the 2000 census.

Rockford Township was organized in 1858, and named after its largest settlement, Rockford.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.8 square miles (95.3 km$2$), of which 34.7 square miles (90.0 km$2$) is land and 2.1 square miles (5.4 km$2$)  (5.65%) is water.

Rockford Township is located in Township 119 North of the Arkansas Base Line and Range 25 West of the 5th Principal Meridian.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,444 people, 1,138 households, and 961 families residing in the township. The population density was 99.2 PD/sqmi. There were 1,159 housing units at an average density of 33.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.13% White, 0.41% African American, 0.29% Native American, 0.49% Asian, 0.64% from other races, and 1.05% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.60% of the population.

There were 1,138 households, out of which 39.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.3% were married couples living together, 5.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 15.5% were non-families. 11.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.01 and the average family size was 3.26.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.5% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 28.9% from 45 to 64, and 6.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $67,708, and the median income for a family was $72,700. Males had a median income of $42,250 versus $31,087 for females. The per capita income for the township was $30,536. About 0.8% of families and 1.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 2.3% of those age 65 or over.


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Silver Creek Township, Wright County, Minnesota

Silver Creek Township is a township in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,332 at the 2000 census.

History
Silver Creek Township was organized in 1858.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 39.2 square miles (101.5 km$2$), of which 36.0 square miles (93.3 km$2$) is land and 3.2 square miles (8.2 km$2$)  (8.11%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,332 people, 789 households, and 658 families residing in the township. The population density was 64.8 PD/sqmi. There were 897 housing units at an average density of 24.9/sq mi (9.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.01% White, 0.17% Native American, 0.30% Asian, 0.04% from other races, and 0.47% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.13% of the population.

There were 789 households, out of which 41.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.2% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.6% were non-families. 13.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.96 and the average family size was 3.25.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.4% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 30.7% from 25 to 44, 25.6% from 45 to 64, and 6.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $60,511, and the median income for a family was $64,500. Males had a median income of $41,613 versus $28,966 for females. The per capita income for the township was $23,430. About 2.8% of families and 3.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.0% of those under age 18 and 6.1% of those age 65 or over.


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St. Michael, Minnesota

St. Michael is a city in eastern Wright County, northwest of the Minneapolis-St Paul "Twin Cities" Metropolitan Area. The population was 18,235 at the 2020 census, further growing to 21,034 by 2023.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 36.42 sqmi; 32.73 sqmi is land and 3.69 sqmi is water.

The Crow River flows along the city's eastern boundary, separating it from the city of Rogers in Hennepin County. It also borders Monticello Township, Buffalo Township, Rockford Township, and the cities of Otsego and Albertville, all in Wright County, as well as the city of Hanover, which is within both Wright and Hennepin Counties.

Transportation
Interstate 94, US Highway 52, and Minnesota State Highway 241 are three of the main routes in the city.

History
A post office called St. Michael has been in operation since 1858. The city took its name from St. Michael Roman Catholic Church. St. Michael was incorporated in 1890. The Corner Bar, a restaurant in service since 1897, was on 10 Main Street South downtown; it shut down on January 9, 2020, and was razed on August 14, 2020. A complete history of the city, Faith, Family and Farming, was written by Bob Zahler. The history is also tracked by the St. Michael Historical Society, whose mission is "to collect, preserve and share the history of the City of St. Michael".

Education
St. Michael is part of St. Michael–Albertville Independent School District. The St. Michael–Albertville school colors are royal blue and gold and the mascot is the Knight. The district consists of seven schools and two alternative academies. The seven schools include St. Michael-Albertville High School (grades 9–12), St. Michael–Albertville Middle School East (grades 5–8), St. Michael–Albertville Middle School West (grades 5–8), St. Michael Elementary School (grades 1–4), Fieldstone Elementary School (grades 1–4), Big Woods Elementary School (grades 1–4), and Albertville Primary School (Kindergarten). The two academies are Page Academy (middle school alternative) and the Knights' Academy (high school alternative). There is also a private Catholic school in St. Michael for grades K–8, including preschool.

A new high school opened for the 2009–10 school year, and a dedication ceremony took place on September 20, 2009. The previous high school was converted into a new middle school (Middle School West). The current middle school has been renamed Middle School East.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 16,399 people, 5,239 households, and 4,367 families living in the city. The population density was 501.0 PD/sqmi. There were 5,482 housing units at an average density of 167.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.3% White, 1.9% African American, 0.2% Native American, 2.4% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.9% of the population.

There were 5,239 households, of which 53.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.1% were married couples living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 16.6% were non-families. 12.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.13 and the average family size was 3.43.

The median age in the city was 33.4 years. 34.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 31.7% were from 25 to 44; 21.9% were from 45 to 64; and 6.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.7% male and 49.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 9,099 people, 2,926 households, and 2,437 families living in the city. The population density was 279.4 PD/sqmi. There were 3,058 housing units at an average density of 93.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.46% White, 0.03% African American, 0.16% Native American, 0.51% Asian, 0.16% from other races, and 0.67% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.98% of the population. 49.9% were of German, 8.7% Norwegian, 7.0% Irish, 6.9% United States or American and 5.7% Swedish ancestry.

There were 2,926 households, out of which 51.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.1% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.9% were non-families. 11.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.09 and the average family size was 3.40.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 34.6% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 37.7% from 25 to 44, 16.0% from 45 to 64, and 5.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.2 males

The median income for a household in the city was $69,903, and the median income for a family was $74,236. Males had a median income of $46,488 versus $32,402 for females. The per capita income for the city was $24,742. About 1.4% of families and 2.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.1% of those under age 18 and 10.0% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Dick Bremer — broadcaster for the Minnesota Twins; resides in St. Michael
 * Chad Gable — professional wrestler for the WWE
 * Father Paul Benno Marx — Roman Catholic priest and Benedictine monk, family sociologist, writer, and pro-life movement leader; born in St. Michael
 * Robert O. McEachern (1927-2008) — schoolteacher and Minnesota state legislator; lived in St. Michael and was the mayor of St. Michael
 * Mitch Potter — track and field athlete, competed at the University of Minnesota and with Team USA; born in St. Michael and current resident
 * Matt Spaeth — tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Chicago Bears. St. Michael-Albertville High School alumnus; born in St. Michael
 * Caleb Truax — professional boxer; born in Osseo and resides in St. Michael

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Victor Township, Wright County, Minnesota

Victor Township is a township in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,069 at the 2000 census.

History
Victor Township was organized in 1866, and named after Victor, New York.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.4 square miles (89.1 km$2$), of which 32.4 square miles (83.9 km$2$) is land and 2.0 square miles (5.2 km$2$)  (5.87%) is water.

The city of Howard Lake is located within the township geographically, but is a separate entity.

Victor Township is located in Township 118 North of the Arkansas Base Line and Range 27 West of the 5th Principal Meridian.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,069 people, 355 households, and 281 families residing in the township. The population density was 33.0 PD/sqmi. There were 405 housing units at an average density of 12.5/sq mi (4.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.60% White, 0.28% African American, 0.56% Asian, 0.19% from other races, and 0.37% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.28% of the population.

There were 355 households, out of which 43.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.0% were married couples living together, 5.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.8% were non-families. 17.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.01 and the average family size was 3.44.

In the township the population was spread out, with 33.5% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 8.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $49,514, and the median income for a family was $52,583. Males had a median income of $37,917 versus $24,219 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,217. About 3.8% of families and 4.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.9% of those under age 18 and 6.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Waverly, Minnesota

Waverly is a city in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,357 at the 2010 census.

History
The framework for the City of Waverly began in 1855, when the territorial legislature passed an act organizing Wright County. A survey team was sent out shortly after by the government to plot the new county's divisions. These surveyors were greeted by established homesteaders who had already begun clearing the land and planting crops. Prior to European settlement, Waverly was predominantly Big Woods which included a mixture of oak, maple, basswood and hickory. Small portions of wet prairie existed on the eastern edge of Waverly Lake and along the western edge of present-day CSAH 8.

Impressed with the two lakes (Waverly and Little Waverly), available water power and the proximity of the Crow River one mile north, an entrepreneurial surveyor and his partners constructed a dam, saw mill and grist mill in 1856 at the outlet of Little Waverly Lake. The settlement known as Waverly Mills was beginning to take shape, as approximately three hundred acres were surveyed and platted. Waverly Mills was given its name after a community in Tioga County, New York, the former home of one of the partners. After a rough start with a bank panic, financial crash and subsequent grasshopper infestations, Waverly Mills managed to survive. Its saw and grist milling industry help to establish a store, post office and log church with a cemetery at this location.

The village was formerly called Waverly Station to distinguish it from Old Waverly, a pioneer village which in the early days flourished about a mile away. Waverly Station was laid out by the railroad company on their land in the southwest quarter of section 33, at about the time that regular trains commenced operating in this locality in 1868. A railroad station was erected that year, and a grain house the next. The first store was opened by T. R. Barrett, who operated it for a few years, and then changed it to a hotel under the name of the Keystone House.

Among the lodges in the early 1900s were the Knights of Columbus, the Catholic Order of Foresters, the Modern Woodmen of America, the Modern Brotherhood of America, the Ancient Order of United Workmen, the Royal Neighbors of America, and others.

The school which once stood where the current Humphrey Elementary School now stands was built in 1905 and was composed of a brick structure, two stories high, with a basement; and run by four teachers. In addition to a complete course, the school taught manual training and music.

Waverly Station was incorporated as a village in 1881; the village was reincorporated as Waverly in 1885. The following notation appears in the county records: "March 16, 1885. A special election called by the trustees of the village of Waverly for the purpose of ascertaining by ballot whether the village of Waverly should continue as the incorporated under a special act of the legislature or become reincorporated under the General Statute of Minnesota, was held on Monday, March 16, 1885. Due notice of said election having been given and the object of said election having been fully set forth in notices, polls opened at 10 a. m. and closed at 4 p. m. Number of votes polled, 41 ; for reincorporation, 41 ; against, none. The village of Waverly was therefore declared reincorporated under the General Statutes of Minnesota and same recorded in the village records.

The prosperity of Waverly in those early days was aided by both railroad traffic and by patronage of the surrounding settlers in Woodland and Marysville Townships. Many of these early farmers hailed from various parts of the United States, French Canada and European countries specifically from Sweden, Ireland, Germany, Prussia, Austria and Switzerland. These pioneers supported Waverly's many institutions which included a post office, bank, newspapers, city hall, churches, creamery, school, grain elevators, flouring mills, saw mill, insurance agencies, hotels, livery stables, general stores, hardware dealers, furniture shops, lumber companies, bakery, meat markets, millinery shops, saloons and a drugstore to name just a few.

Waverly moved faster and progressed farther in 30 years than some of its rival communities. Some claim that Waverly's businesses and buildings were some of the largest and finest in Wright County at their height of development. One historical account stated that Waverly, "is a pleasant, prosperous village, located on one of the very pleasant lakes; it is quite a summer resort for pleasure seekers...." Records indicate that by 1909, the population of Waverly had expanded to over 1,000 residents.

Since its incorporation, Waverly has changed both physically and demographically. Like many similar rural communities of greater Minnesota, Waverly has felt the documented socio-economic effects of industrialized agriculture, rural exodus of young residents to regional urban cores and aging population. Waverly hosted some small development in the 1930s and 40s and a small subdivision in the early 1960s. But by 1980, Waverly's population had decreased to 470 persons. Direct results of this rural trend were merging, consolidating or vanishing institutions and businesses.

Academic researchers have indicated that small communities like Waverly are entering a period of transition and metamorphosis. The grain elevators that once identified Waverly are gone, and new residential housing developments have appeared. The Twin Cities Metropolitan Area that once seemed distant is now only a 40-minute car drive away.

From 2000 to 2007, Waverly attracted the attention of residential developers in a flurry. The large influx of new residents during this short time beckoned back to Waverly's historical boom period prior to 1900. This time however, the growth was primarily housing. Several developments were platted, including Summerfields, Woodland Shores, Spring Meadows, Carrigan Meadows, Carrigan Estates and Windgate at Carrigan Lake. The population has increased by over 60 percent since 2000 to nearly 1,300 in 2010 after many decades of static to no growth. Waverly is now poised for future growth while continuing to maintain its small-town appeal.

The Waverly Village Hall, built in 1939, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.55 sqmi; 1.69 sqmi is land and 0.86 sqmi is water.

U.S. Highway 12 serves as a main route in the community.

Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,357 people, 520 households, and 357 families residing in the city. The population density was 803.0 PD/sqmi. There were 603 housing units at an average density of 356.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.3% White, 0.5% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 520 households, of which 37.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.2% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.3% were non-families. 24.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 3.03.

The median age in the city was 31.6 years. 26.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 37.6% were from 25 to 44; 20.1% were from 45 to 64; and 8.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.7% male and 46.3% female.

Notable people

 * Dick Borrell, Minnesota state representative, educator, and businessman
 * William Culkin, Minnesota state senator and historian.
 * Hubert Humphrey (1911–1978), American politician who served as the 38th Vice President of the United States from 1965 to 1969. Humphrey twice served as a U.S. senator, representing Minnesota from 1949 to 1964 and 1971 to 1978. In 1958 Humphrey and his wife Muriel built a lakefront home in Waverly; it served as his primary residence for the rest of his life, and he died there in 1978. Waverly's elementary school is named after Vice President Humphrey.
 * Reuben Soderstrom (1888–1970), American labor leader who served as president of the Illinois State Federation of Labor and Illinois AFL-CIO from 1930 to 1970. Soderstrom was born to Swedish immigrants on a small farm west of Waverly.

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Woodland Township, Wright County, Minnesota

Woodland Township is a township in Wright County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,137 at the 2000 census.

Woodland Township was organized in 1858, and named for the original tracts of woodlands within its borders.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.0 square miles (90.6 km$2$), of which 34.2 square miles (88.6 km$2$) is land and 0.8 square mile (2.0 km$2$)  (2.26%) is water.

The southern portion of the city of Montrose is located within Woodland Township geographically but is a separate entity.

Woodland Township is located in Township 118 North of the Arkansas Base Line and Range 26 West of the 5th Principal Meridian.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,137 people, 389 households, and 322 families residing in the township. The population density was 33.2 PD/sqmi. There were 398 housing units at an average density of 11.6/sq mi (4.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.94% White, 0.18% Asian, and 0.88% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.09% of the population.

There were 389 households, out of which 36.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.5% were married couples living together, 4.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.0% were non-families. 13.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.89 and the average family size was 3.19.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.7% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 26.5% from 45 to 64, and 9.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 113.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $58,646, and the median income for a family was $63,281. Males had a median income of $38,846 versus $27,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,813. About 3.4% of families and 4.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.3% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.


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Burton Township, Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota

Burton Township is a township in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 174 at the 2000 census.

Burton Township was organized in 1879, and named for Burton French, the father of a first settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 sqmi, of which 35.7 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi  (0.67%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 174 people, 65 households, and 46 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.9 PD/sqmi. There were 70 housing units at an average density of 2.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 65 households, out of which 35.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.5% were married couples living together, 4.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.2% were non-families. 26.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.68 and the average family size was 3.24.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.6% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 27.6% from 25 to 44, 16.7% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 126.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 128.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $34,500, and the median income for a family was $37,750. Males had a median income of $25,000 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the township was $13,616. About 12.2% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 13.0% of those 65 or over.


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Canby, Minnesota

Canby is a city in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,795 at the 2010 census.

History
John Swenson, who secured a homestead on section 4 of Norman Township where now stands the City of Canby, was one of the early European settlers in the area. After erecting a claim shanty, for the convenience of his neighbors, he opened a little store in his cabin. In November 1874, he secured the establishment of a post office in that store. At Swenson's suggestion, the post office was named Canby, in honor of Civil War and career officer General Edward Canby of the United States Army. (General Canby had been assassinated the prior year during peace negotiations with the Modoc Tribe of Northern California.)

However, in 1876 the surrounding country was receiving new settlers and the railway company deemed it time to begin the operation of train service over the western part of the line. Canby Station was established and on August 24, 1876, and the city platted by the Winona & St. Peter Railroad Company soon after the railroad was extended to that point. Because of its location on the rail line, Canby grew quickly and was incorporated as a village in 1879 and as a city in 1905.

Lots were sold by the railroad with the provision that they must be built upon within six months. Swenson was the first to buy, and he selected the corner of Front and Main for his first store building.

Grasshoppers, natives, and prairie fires were a big concern for Canby residents at this time. 1875 was the summer of the first bad grasshopper plague. The settlers tried everything they could think of to make them go away but the grasshoppers devoured every blade of grass, the leaves on the trees and even clustered on buildings.

Natives were on everyone's mind because of General Custer's campaign in Wyoming. On June 25, 1876, 3,000 braves circled and killed Custer and his 277 troops. Not long after the battle, a band of about 100 natives camped along the railroad track in Canby to trade furs for merchandise. The group soon left without incident.

Firebreaks were plowed around the town and each farmstead because settlers were ever alert to prairie fires. In 1893 it wasn't a prairie fire but a common daily task that started a fire in town. It began with filling a kerosene lamp from a tin measure. Fate and the wind were against Canby that night. After the flames had demolished every Main street store between the Swenson building and the bank, the wind switched and blew the heat and sparks across Main street to Block 3 where every structure went except for one.

A loss of $150,000 was reported but Canby built right up again and the structures were replaced with brick or stone construction. Because of the uniquely preserved architecture of these buildings the downtown area has been designated as a nationally registered historic district. The corner piece of this district as well as the oldest building, which was not destroyed in the fire, is located on the corner of Highway 75 and 2nd Street.

The first sermon was preached in Canby in 1876, however, in 1879 the first regular religious service in the English language was held. The first school was started in 1877 and located on the second floor of a home. The Canby News was founded in September 1878; it was the westernmost newspaper on the railroad. The cost of Canby's government in 1888-1889 was $5,898.12.

The new century saw a lot of change in Canby and all over the world. Businesses changed hands and many new ones were established. It was a time of amazing growth in Canby. In 1915, 50 new homes were built. It was a pre-war boom. Post-war also saw a lot of changes. In 1930 motorized power and electrical power were taking place. A count of businesses in 1940 found 157 business places in Canby.

In 1946, after World War II, there was again a shortage of housing in Canby. In 1947, 55 building permits were issued. The following years were all “building years” and showed a lot of growth for Canby.

The population of Canby showed its largest growth in the 1930s and reached its peak in 1950.

Farmers have cultivated the area around Canby since the first settlers arrived in the middle of the 19th century. Farms and agriculture related businesses – both large and small, provide opportunities for various types of employment. Canby, realizing the importance of “farming,” continues to create new ways to promote the area's farming industry to insure the community's sustainability in the future.

Geography
Canby is located mainly in Sections 3 & 4 of Norman Township (T114N R45W). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.20 sqmi; 2.19 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Canby Creek, a tributary of the Lac qui Parle River, flows through the city.

U.S. Highway 75 and Minnesota State Highway 68 are two of the main routes in the city. Minnesota State Highway 67 is in close proximity to the city.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,795 people, 792 households, and 441 families living in the city. The population density was 819.6 PD/sqmi. There were 892 housing units at an average density of 407.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.9% White, 0.3% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.8% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.4% of the population.

There were 792 households, of which 24.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.6% were married couples living together, 6.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.3% were non-families. 39.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.11 and the average family size was 2.81.

The median age in the city was 46.1 years. 19.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.8% were from 25 to 44; 23.1% were from 45 to 64; and 28.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.9% male and 52.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,903 people, 842 households, and 453 families living in the city. The population density was 876.5 PD/sqmi. There were 918 housing units at an average density of 422.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.48% White; 0.21% African American; 0.42% Native American; 0.16% Asian; 0.32% from other races, and 0.42% from two or more races. 0.84% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 842 households, of which 22.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.2% were married couples living together, 6.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 46.1% were non-families. 41.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.08 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.7% under the age of 18; 9.0% from 18 to 24; 19.5% from 25 to 44; 19.9% from 45 to 64; and 30.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,533, and the median income for a family was $38,674. Males had a median income of $25,952 versus $20,282 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,269. 13.5% of the population and 6.9% of families were below the poverty line. Of the total population, 12.7% of those under the age of 18 and 15.0% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.

Culture
Canby is also well known for high school wrestling. Canby High School won the Minnesota State Team Championship in 1976, 1977, 1979, 1986, 1988, 1994, 1995, 2006.

Canby is the home of the Yellow Medicine County Fair which is held annually at the end of Summer. The fair has been held consecutively for over 120 years with the exception of 1954 when the fair was cancelled due to a polio outbreak and 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Notable people

 * Burnett Bergeson, Minnesota state representative and farmer
 * Jerome Clark, folk songwriter and ufologist
 * Randy P. Kamrath, Minnesota state representative and farmer
 * Layton Kor, pioneer of rock climbing
 * Connie Ruth, Minnesota state representative
 * Lee Savold, heavyweight boxing contender

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Clarkfield, Minnesota

Clarkfield is a city in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, United States, surrounded by Friendship Township. The population was 863 at the 2010 census.

History
Clarkfield was platted in 1884, and named for one Mr. Clark, a railroad agent. A post office has been in operation at Clarkfield since 1884. Clarkfield was incorporated in 1887.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.09 sqmi, all land.

U.S. Highway 59 and Minnesota State Highway 67 are two of the main routes in the city.

Government
The mayor of Clarkfield is Darrin Johnson. The city council includes Kevin Kaatz, Josh Hanson, Paul Anspach and Craig Giles.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 863 people, 372 households, and 209 families living in the city. The population density was 791.7 PD/sqmi. There were 424 housing units at an average density of 389.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.6% White, 0.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 3.0% from other races, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.0% of the population.

There were 372 households, of which 25.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.5% were married couples living together, 5.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.8% were non-families. 38.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.89.

The median age in the city was 43.4 years. 22.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.1% were from 25 to 44; 23.6% were from 45 to 64; and 24.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.1% male and 50.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 944 people, 371 households, and 228 families living in the city. The population density was 872.7 PD/sqmi. There were 429 housing units at an average density of 396.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.52% White, 0.11% African American, 0.21% Native American, 0.11% Asian, 0.42% from other races, and 0.64% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.17% of the population.

There were 371 households, out of which 26.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.9% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.5% were non-families. 35.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.92.

In the city, the age distribution of the population shows 21.7% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 20.9% from 25 to 44, 19.0% from 45 to 64, and 31.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,819, and the median income for a family was $39,926. Males had a median income of $28,900 versus $17,431 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,349. About 10.1% of families and 12.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 14.4% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Larry Cole, football player for Dallas Cowboys
 * Cecilia H. Hauge, director of nursing for the U.S. Veterans Administration from 1954 to 1966
 * Harland Svare, head coach of pro football's Los Angeles Rams and San Diego Chargers

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Echo, Minnesota

Echo is a city in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 243 at the 2020 census.

History
Echo was platted in 1884, and named for its location in Echo Township. Echo was incorporated in 1892.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.01 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 278 people, 111 households, and 71 families living in the city. The population density was 275.2 PD/sqmi. There were 122 housing units at an average density of 120.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.7% White, 1.4% Native American, 1.4% Asian, 1.8% from other races, and 3.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.8% of the population.

There were 111 households, of which 34.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.9% were married couples living together, 12.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.0% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.23.

The median age in the city was 37 years. 32% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.1% were from 25 to 44; 23.4% were from 45 to 64; and 15.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 278 people, 119 households, and 69 families living in the city. The population density was 273.1 PD/sqmi. There were 136 housing units at an average density of 133.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.48% White, 1.08% Native American, and 1.44% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.08% of the population.

There were 119 households, out of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.6% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.2% were non-families. 37.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 26.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 3.16.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.0% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 24.1% from 25 to 44, 19.8% from 45 to 64, and 22.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,656, and the median income for a family was $35,500. Males had a median income of $25,714 versus $20,385 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,275. About 6.3% of families and 10.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.2% of those under the age of eighteen and 5.6% of those 65 or over.

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Echo Township, Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota

Echo Township is a township in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 179 at the 2000 census.

History
Echo Township was originally called Empire Township, and under the latter name was organized in 1874. That same year, the name was changed to Rose Township, and in 1874, the name was changed again to Echo Township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.4 sqmi, of which 34.9 sqmi is land and 0.6 sqmi  (1.61%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 179 people, 69 households, and 56 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.1 PD/sqmi. There were 78 housing units at an average density of 2.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.77% White, 1.68% Native American, and 0.56% from two or more races.

There were 69 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.5% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.4% were non-families. 14.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.8% under the age of 18, 2.8% from 18 to 24, 27.9% from 25 to 44, 30.7% from 45 to 64, and 11.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 115.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,750, and the median income for a family was $43,000. Males had a median income of $28,000 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,671. About 10.6% of families and 12.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 11.8% of those 65 or over.


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Florida Township, Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota

Florida Township is a township in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 164 at the 2000 census.

Florida Township was organized in 1879, and named for its Florida Creek.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.4 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 164 people, 55 households, and 43 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.9 PD/sqmi. There were 68 housing units at an average density of 2.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 55 households, out of which 36.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.4% were married couples living together, 1.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.8% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.98 and the average family size was 3.49.

In the township the population was spread out, with 34.8% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 26.8% from 45 to 64, and 7.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 122.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $30,625, and the median income for a family was $30,625. Males had a median income of $23,000 versus $14,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $12,349. About 9.1% of families and 9.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.0% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.


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Fortier Township, Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota

Fortier Township is a township in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 116 at the 2000 census.

Fortier Township was established in 1881, and named after Joseph Fortier, a pioneer merchant.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.5 sqmi, of which 33.4 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi  (0.30%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 116 people, 45 households, and 34 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.5 people per square mile (1.3/km$2$). There were 58 housing units at an average density of 1.7/sq mi (0.7/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 45 households, out of which 35.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.7% were married couples living together, 2.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.4% were non-families. 17.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the township, the population had 28.4% under the age of 18, 10.3% from 18 to 24, 19.8% from 25 to 44, 25.9% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 100 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 112.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $32,500, and the median income for a family was $43,750. Males had a median income of $16,250 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,984. There were 16.1% of families and 15.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including 28.6% of under eighteens and 10.5% of those over 64.


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Friendship Township, Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota

Friendship Township is a township in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 258 at the 2000 census.

History
Friendship Township was organized in 1879.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.2 sqmi, of which 35.1 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi  (0.31%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 258 people, 91 households, and 75 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.4 PD/sqmi. There were 100 housing units at an average density of 2.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.67% White, and 2.33% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.71% of the population.

There were 91 households, out of which 42.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 80.2% were married couples living together, 1.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.5% were non-families. 15.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.84 and the average family size was 3.17.

In the township the population was spread out, with 32.2% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 22.9% from 25 to 44, 28.3% from 45 to 64, and 10.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 118.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,404, and the median income for a family was $46,250. Males had a median income of $32,500 versus $18,393 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,718. About 2.4% of families and 3.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 18.2% of those 65 or over.


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Hammer Township, Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota

Hammer Township is a township in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 233 at the 2000 census.

History
Hammer Township was organized in 1877.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.7 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 233 people, 86 households, and 71 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.5 PD/sqmi. There were 93 housing units at an average density of 2.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 86 households, out of which 32.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.9% were married couples living together, 10.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.3% were non-families. 11.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 25.3% from 25 to 44, 27.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $44,167, and the median income for a family was $43,750. Males had a median income of $21,250 versus $29,063 for females. The per capita income for the township was $22,013. About 9.4% of families and 12.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 4.7% of those 65 or over.


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Hanley Falls, Minnesota

Hanley Falls is a city in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 304 at the 2010 census.

History
Hanley Falls was laid out in 1884 when the Minneapolis and St. Louis Railway was extended to that point. The city was named after a railroad official. A post office has been in operation at Hanley Falls since 1887. Hanley Falls was incorporated in 1892.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.25 sqmi, all land.

The Yellow Medicine River flows through the city.

Minnesota State Highway 23 serves as a main route in the community.

Two railroad lines intersect on the northwest side of town; the question of whether the state of Minnesota could order installation of an interchange track between the two independent railroads led to a 1900 U.S. Supreme Court decision which affirmed that the state could indeed order the establishment of the "Hanley Falls Wye" for the public convenience, despite the railroads' opposition.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 304 people, 107 households, and 74 families residing in the city. The population density was 1216.0 PD/sqmi. There were 120 housing units at an average density of 480.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.8% White, 0.3% African American, 1.3% Native American, 1.3% Pacific Islander, 3.6% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 28.9% of the population.

There were 107 households, of which 45.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.1% were married couples living together, 12.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.8% were non-families. 27.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.84 and the average family size was 3.51.

The median age in the city was 27.4 years. 36.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.7% were from 25 to 44; 21.6% were from 45 to 64; and 7.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.0% male and 47.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 323 people, 115 households, and 83 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,223.0 PD/sqmi. There were 123 housing units at an average density of 465.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 79.88% White, 0.62% African American, 0.93% Native American, 15.17% from other races, and 3.41% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 26.01% of the population.

There were 115 households, out of which 40.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.1% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.8% were non-families. 22.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.81 and the average family size was 3.36.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.5% under the age of 18, 12.7% from 18 to 24, 30.0% from 25 to 44, 11.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 29 years. For every 100 females, there were 115.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,667, and the median income for a family was $37,500. Males had a median income of $25,833 versus $19,583 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,248. About 17.1% of families and 16.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.3% of those under age 18 and 18.9% of those age 65 or over.

Arts and culture
Hanley Falls is home to Minnesota's Machinery Museum. MMM consists of five large buildings on a beautiful six-acre site. The complex houses the state's largest collection of agricultural equipment and exhibits, recalling a century of farm life in stories and artifacts. The museum is open May–September, 7 days a week.

title: Hanley Falls, Minnesota


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Hazel Run, Minnesota

Hazel Run is a city in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 63 at the 2010 census.

History
Hazel Run was platted in 1884. A post office was established at Hazel Run in 1884, and remained in operation until 1992. Hazel Run was incorporated in 1902.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.75 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 63 people, 27 households, and 21 families residing in the city. The population density was 84.0 PD/sqmi. There were 29 housing units at an average density of 38.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.1% White, 1.6% Native American, 1.6% from other races, and 4.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.

There were 27 households, of which 22.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.0% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 22.2% were non-families. 18.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.62.

The median age in the city was 41.5 years. 20.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.9% were from 25 to 44; 25.5% were from 45 to 64; and 19% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 55.6% male and 44.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 64 people, 27 households, and 18 families residing in the city. The population density was 85.1 PD/sqmi. There were 31 housing units at an average density of 41.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 27 households, out of which 29.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.6% were married couples living together, 11.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 29.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.7% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 32.8% from 25 to 44, 18.8% from 45 to 64, and 10.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 73.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,643, and the median income for a family was $32,813. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,125. There were 11.8% of families and 19.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including 22.2% of under eighteens and 33.3% of those over 64.

title: Hazel Run, Minnesota


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Hazel Run Township, Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota

Hazel Run Township is a township in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 194 at the 2000 census.

Hazel Run Township was organized in 1877.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 194 people, 72 households, and 55 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.4 PD/sqmi. There were 78 housing units at an average density of 2.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 95.36% White, 1.03% Native American, 3.61% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.12% of the population.

There were 72 households, out of which 43.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.8% were married couples living together, 2.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.6% were non-families. 22.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.69 and the average family size was 3.11.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.4% under the age of 18, 4.6% from 18 to 24, 29.9% from 25 to 44, 17.5% from 45 to 64, and 17.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,406, and the median income for a family was $47,188. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $20,625 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,053. About 6.2% of families and 8.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.6% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.