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Sinclair Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Sinclair Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 175 at the 2000 census.

Sinclair Township was named for a government surveyor.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 square miles (93.9 km$2$), of which 34.5 square miles (89.4 km$2$) is land and 1.7 square miles (4.5 km$2$) (4.77%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 175 people, 79 households, and 51 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.1 people per square mile (2.0/km$2$). There were 137 housing units at an average density of 4.0/sq mi (1.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 79 households, out of which 24.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.2% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 30.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.77.

In the township the population was spread out, with 20.6% under the age of 18, 3.4% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 30.9% from 45 to 64, and 20.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 117.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,000, and the median income for a family was $44,583. Males had a median income of $24,167 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $22,163. About 3.6% of families and 11.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 17.6% of those 65 or over.


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Winsor Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Winsor Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 146 at the 2000 census.

Winsor Township was named for Hans C. Widness, an early settler and native of Norway.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 square miles (92.9 km$2$), of which 35.7 square miles (92.5 km$2$) is land and 0.1 square mile (0.4 km$2$) (0.39%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 146 people, 56 households, and 38 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.1 people per square mile (1.6/km$2$). There were 77 housing units at an average density of 2.2/sq mi (0.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 56 households, of which 35.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.1% were married couples living together, and 30.4% were non-families. 28.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 3.26.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.1% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 14.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 143.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 148.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $29,107, and the median income for a family was $50,417. Males had a median income of $33,125 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,375. There were none of the families and 1.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Grand Marais, Minnesota

Grand Marais is a city and the county seat of Cook County, Minnesota, United States, of which it is the only municipality. It is on Lake Superior's North Shore. Grand Marais had a population of 1,337 at the 2020 census. Before it was settled by French Canadians and before Minnesota's statehood, it was inhabited by the Ojibwe.

The National Scenic Byway begins in Grand Marais and ends near the border with Ontario.

History
The Ojibwe name for the area is Gichi-biitoobiig, which means "great duplicate water," "parallel body of water" or "double body of water" (like a bayou), a reference to the two bays that form this large harbor of Lake Superior.

The area was a bustling fur trading station in the 1700s, and the French Canadian Voyageurs termed the settled village "Grand Marais" ("Great Marsh"), referring to a marsh that, in early fur-trading times, was 20 acres (8.1 ha) or less in area, nearly at the level of Lake Superior, and at the head of the little bay and harbor that led to the settlement of the village there. Another small bay on the east, less protected from storms, is separated from the harbor by a slight projecting point and a short beach. "Grand Marais" also may mean "sheltered water area", as the harbor has natural breakwall rock outcroppings, providing a natural safe harbor for early Lake Superior explorers.

The area is home to several nonprofit educational institutions, such as the Grand Marais Art Colony and the North House Folk School, and art galleries featuring the work of local and regional artists.

On April 13, 2020, a large fire swept through downtown Grand Marais, destroying three buildings: The Crooked Spoon Cafe, White Pine North, and Picnic and Pine. The fire burned for over three hours in intense winds.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 2.90 sqmi, all land. Grand Marais is on the northwestern shore of Lake Superior. It is an entry point for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, at the beginning of the Gunflint Trail. The Superior Hiking Trail passes near Grand Marais, and Judge C. R. Magney State Park is nearby.

The land surrounding Grand Marais slopes up to form the Sawtooth Bluff, a dramatic rock face visible from nearly any vantage point in the city. Adjacent to the bluff is Pincushion Mountain, a large bald monolith with views of Lake Superior and the inland wilderness.

Grand Marais Harbor is protected by Artist's Point, a barrier island formed by lava that was connected to the mainland by gravel deposited by lake currents, forming a tombolo. An Arctic–alpine disjunct community survives there.

Road access to Grand Marais is by Minnesota Highway 61, which follows the shore of Lake Superior, and is known as the North Shore Scenic Drive. The Gunflint Trail (Cook County Road 12) begins in Grand Marais and heads northwest, away from the lake and into the Boundary Waters region.

Grand Marais is 110 mi northeast of Duluth and 38 mi southwest of the Canada–US border.

Climate
Grand Marais has a warm-summer humid continental climate (Köppen Dfb), like the rest of northern Minnesota. Because of the moderating influence of Lake Superior, summer temperatures are cooler, winter temperatures warmer, and the seasonal temperature difference is smaller than locations farther inland. With average highs of just below 70 F in July and August, Grand Marais has the coolest summer temperatures of any weather station in Minnesota. The difference between the temperature of the warmest and coldest months is only 47.6 F-change, significantly smaller than 58.9 F-change, the seasonal temperature difference in Tower, about 90 miles to the west. Despite being significantly farther north, Grand Marais lies in USDA hardiness zone 4b like Duluth and Minneapolis, with an average yearly minimum temperature of -23 F.

When winds come from the south, hot temperatures can sometimes hit Grand Marais in spite of the mild summer averages. The warmest temperature recorded is 100 F in July 1930. The coldest temperature measured is -35 F from 1934. Cold daytime maximums are less frequent than in Minnesota's interior but can still be very cold on occasion. The coldest maximum recorded is -14 F in 2013 and during the 1991 to 2020 normals the mean for the coldest maximum was 0 F. The warmest overnight lows in Grand Marais were two 75 F readings during the summer of 1937. On average, the warmest low of the year is 64 F.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,351 people, 673 households, and 331 families in the city. The population density was 465.9 PD/sqmi. There were 863 housing units, with an average density of 297.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.4% white, 0.4% African American, 2.4% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.6% from other races, and 2.5% from two or more races. Hispanic and Latino residents of any race were 1.6% of the population.

There were 673 households, of which 21.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.1% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 50.8% were non-families; 43.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.94 persons, and the average family size was 2.67.

The median age in the city was 48.4 years; 18.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.2% were from 25 to 44; 30.8% were from 45 to 64; and 23% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.9% male and 54.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,353 people, 645 households, and 341 families residing in the city. The population density was 506.7 PD/sqmi. There were 722 housing units, with an average density of 270.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.97% white, 2.81% Native American, 0.15% Asian, 0.15% Pacific Islander, 0.07% from other races, and 1.85% from two or more races. Hispanic and Latino residents of any race were 0.74% of the population. According to the census, 23.3% were of Norwegian, 20.2% German, 11.8% Swedish, 7.0% Irish and 6.1% English ancestry.

There were 645 households, of which 23.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.9% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 47.1% were non-families; 42.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.01 and the average family size was 2.73.

In the city 18.8% of the population were under the age of 18; 6.1% were from 18 to 24; 25.9% were from 25 to 44; 22.8% were from 45 to 64; and 26.3% were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45. For every 100 females, there were 83.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,493, and the median income for a family was $46,563. Males had a median income of $31,500. The median income for females was $23,393. The per capita income for the city was $21,863. About 7.4% of families and 10.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.9% of those under age 18 and 12.0% of those age 65 or over.

Arts and culture
Due to the pleasant summer climate with Lake Superior's cooling and temperature moderating effect, and due to the lake-effect snow in winter, tourism is a large component of the town's economy. Grand Marais hosts numerous festivals. They celebrate the history and culture of the North Shore and the city itself.
 * Fisherman's Picnic is held in Grand Marais during the first weekend in August. It originated in the days when the area's economy was based on logging and commercial fishing, and the community gathered for a shoreline potluck picnic featuring a fish fry of fresh Lake Superior herring. The tradition continues with the Lions Club's Famous Fishburger Stand. Herring, still provided by local commercial fishermen, is dipped in coating, fried golden brown and served piping hot on a hot dog bun. Each year, Fisherman's Picnic features fireworks over the harbor, contests, and a parade.
 * Moose Madness is held the third weekend in October. It celebrates the area's moose population, and is a family-themed event with games, prizes, and activities.
 * Grand Marais Arts Festival. This longstanding event is held in early July along Lake Superior's North Shore, in town, with over 70 local and regional artists, live music, and art demonstrations. It is hosted by the Grand Marais Art Colony.
 * Summer and Winter Solstice Festivals, hosted by the North House Folk School.
 * Le Grand Du Nord. This race takes place on Memorial Day weekend, and is a gravel course that starts in the village's harbor area. The route than climbs to a view of the U.S./Canada border, with almost 6,000 feet of climbing.
 * Lake Superior Storm Fest, sponsored by Visit Cook County, celebrated the gales of November and stormy season of Lake Superior.

The downtown area features two buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places: the 1896 Lightkeeper's House, which is home to the Cook County History Museum, and the Bally Blacksmith Shop, built in 1911 and home to a local family of smiths for nearly a century.

Education
All of the county is zoned to Cook County ISD 166.

Newspapers

 * Cook County News Herald
 * Northern Wilds Media is a monthly magazine that covers the lifestyle of Lake Superior’s North Shore, the BWCAW and northwestern Ontario with news, events, features, and columns.

Radio

 * WMLS FM 88.7, Minnesota Public Radio classical
 * WLSN FM 89.7, Minnesota Public Radio news and talk
 * WTIP FM 90.7, North Shore Community Radio
 * K220BI FM 91.9, simulcasting Duluth's Christian talk and teaching KDNI owned by the University of Northwestern – St Paul
 * K288BF FM 105.5, simulcasting Duluth's Contemporary Christian KDNW owned by the University of Northwestern – St Paul

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Lutsen Township, Cook County, Minnesota

Lutsen Township is one of the three townships of Cook County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 537 at the 2020 census. The unincorporated community of Lutsen is located within the township. The township was named after the town of Lützen, which is known for the Battle of Lützen (1632).

Lutsen Mountains ski resort, the townships's largest employer, is located in the township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 105.8 square miles (273.9 km2), of which, 97.9 square miles (253.5 km2) of it is land and 7.9 square miles (20.4 km2) of it (7.43%) is water.

The township is located on the North Shore of Lake Superior. Much of the township is within the Poplar River watershed, which empties into Lake Superior within the township.

Minnesota Highway 61 serves as a main route in the township.

The community of Lutsen is located 18 miles southwest of the city of Grand Marais; and 65 miles northeast of the city of Two Harbors.

Cascade River State Park is nearby. The Superior Hiking Trail runs through the township.

Lutsen Township is located within the Superior National Forest.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 360 people, 172 households, and 104 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.7 PD/sqmi. There were 611 housing units at an average density of 6.2/sq mi (2.4/km2). The racial makeup of the township was 96.94% White, 0.56% African American, 0.83% Native American, and 1.67% from two or more races.

There were 172 households, out of which 23.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.5% were married couples living together, 4.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.0% were non-families. 34.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.09 and the average family size was 2.65.

In the township the population was spread out, with 18.9% under the age of 18, 3.6% from 18 to 24, 26.4% from 25 to 44, 40.0% from 45 to 64, and 11.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 111.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $44,167, and the median income for a family was $50,917. Males had a median income of $35,313 versus $22,083 for females. The per capita income for the township was $29,249. None of the population or families were below the poverty line.

Weather and climate
Lutsen Minnesota has a cold humid continental climate, just short of a Subarctic climate.

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Schroeder Township, Cook County, Minnesota

Schroeder Township is one of the three townships of Cook County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 179 at the 2020 census. The unincorporated communities of Schroeder and Taconite Harbor are located within the township. The community was named for John Schroeder, a businessperson in the lumber industry.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 159.1 square miles (411.9 km$2$), of which 149.9 square miles (388.3 km$2$) is land and 9.1 square miles (23.7 km$2$) (5.75%) is water.

The township is located on the North Shore of Lake Superior.

The Cross River flows through the township.

Minnesota Highway 61 serves as a main route in the township.

The community of Schroeder is located 30 miles southwest of the city of Grand Marais; and 53 miles northeast of the city of Two Harbors.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 187 people, 84 households, and 57 families residing in the township. The population density was 1.2 people per square mile (0.5/km$2$). There were 210 housing units at an average density of 1.4/sq mi (0.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 93.58% White, 1.60% African American, 1.07% Native American, 1.60% Asian, 0.53% from other races, and 1.60% from two or more races.

There were 84 households, out of which 22.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.1% were married couples living together, 3.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.1% were non-families. 21.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.60.

In the township the population was spread out, with 18.7% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 26.7% from 25 to 44, 33.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $33,250, and the median income for a family was $39,375. Males had a median income of $40,000 versus $22,083 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,853. About 7.9% of families and 6.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.4% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.


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Tofte Township, Cook County, Minnesota

Tofte Township is one of the three townships of Cook County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 269 at the 2020 census. The unincorporated community of Tofte is located within the township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 162.6 square miles (421.0 km$2$), of which 154.6 square miles (400.3 km$2$) is land and 8.0 square miles (20.7 km$2$) (4.92%) is water.

The township is located on the North Shore of Lake Superior.

Minnesota Highway 61 serves as a main route in the township.

The community of Tofte is located 27 miles southwest of the city of Grand Marais; and 56 miles northeast of the city of Two Harbors.

Temperance River State Park, Ray Berglund State Wayside Park, and the Carlton Peak Lookout are all located within the township. The Superior Hiking Trail and the Gitchi-Gami State Trail both run through the township.

Tofte Township is located within the Superior National Forest.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 226 people, 102 households, and 65 families residing in the township. The population density was 1.5 people per square mile (0.6/km$2$). There were 225 housing units at an average density of 1.5/sq mi (0.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.67% White, 0.88% Native American, 0.44% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.44% of the population.

There were 102 households, out of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.8% were married couples living together, 3.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.3% were non-families. 32.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the township the population was spread out, with 19.0% under the age of 18, 4.0% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 36.3% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 121.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 120.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $47,188, and the median income for a family was $57,500. Males had a median income of $42,083 versus $35,625 for females. The per capita income for the township was $23,120. None of the families and 1.2% of the population were living below the poverty line.

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Amboy Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Amboy Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 164 at the 2010 census.

Amboy Township was organized in 1872.

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 172 people, 73 households, and 52 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.8 PD/sqmi. There were 79 housing units at an average density of 2.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.74% of the population.

There were 73 households, out of which 23.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.1% were married couples living together, 1.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.4% were non-families. 26.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.81.

In the township the population was spread out, with 20.3% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 20.3% from 25 to 44, 32.6% from 45 to 64, and 19.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,250, and the median income for a family was $41,250. Males had a median income of $30,909 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,877. About 8.3% of families and 7.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.7% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Politics
Amboy Township is located in Minnesota's 7th congressional district, represented by Michelle Fischbach, a Republican. At the state level, Jeffers is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Bill Weber (politician), and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Brian Pfarr.


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Amo Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Amo Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 132 at the 2010 census.

Amo Township was organized in 1873. The name Amo is derived from Latin, meaning "I love".

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 sqmi, of which 35.1 sqmi is land and 0.7 sqmi, or 1.98%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 140 people, 52 households, and 40 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.0 PD/sqmi. There were 63 housing units at an average density of 1.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 52 households, out of which 36.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.1% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.2% were non-families. 17.3% 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 2.69 and the average family size was 3.07.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.6% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 27.1% from 25 to 44, 28.6% from 45 to 64, and 10.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 117.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $55,625, and the median income for a family was $65,625. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $19,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $25,945. There were 6.1% of families and 13.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including 26.2% of under eighteens and 37.5% of those over 64.

Politics
Amo Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Amo Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Ann Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Ann Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 179 at the 2010 census.

Ann Township was organized in 1876, and named for the wife of a county commissioner.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 191 people, 75 households, and 63 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.3 PD/sqmi. There were 84 housing units at an average density of 2.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.48% White, and 0.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.52% of the population.

There were 75 households, out of which 28.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 81.3% were married couples living together, 2.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.0% were non-families. 14.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 2.79.

In the township the population was spread out, with 20.4% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 18.3% from 25 to 44, 29.3% from 45 to 64, and 24.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 117.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,000, and the median income for a family was $41,071. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $20,625 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,134. About 2.9% of families and 4.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty five or over.

Politics
Ann Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Ann Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Bingham Lake, Minnesota

Bingham Lake is a city in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 137 at the 2020 census.

History
Bingham Lake was platted on July 28, 1875, and incorporated in 1900. The city took its name from nearby Bingham Lake. A post office called Bingham Lake was established in 1871, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1992.

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

Minnesota State Highway 60 serves as a main route in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 126 people, 55 households, and 34 families residing in the city. The population density was 168.0 PD/sqmi. There were 63 housing units at an average density of 84.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.0% White, 0.8% Asian, 2.4% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races.

There were 55 households, of which 27.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.5% were married couples living together, 3.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.2% were non-families. 34.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.97.

The median age in the city was 46 years. 24.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 1.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.8% were from 25 to 44; 34% were from 45 to 64; and 19% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.2% male and 46.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 167 people, 60 households, and 46 families residing in the city. The population density was 214.7 PD/sqmi. There were 65 housing units at an average density of 83.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.81% White, 0.60% African American, 0.60% Asian, 1.80% Pacific Islander, 2.40% from other races, and 1.80% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.59% of the population.

There were 60 households, out of which 41.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.7% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.3% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.78 and the average family size was 3.24.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.5% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 27.5% from 25 to 44, 27.5% from 45 to 64, and 7.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 138.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,750, and the median income for a family was $37,917. Males had a median income of $22,083 versus $17,083 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,820. About 4.9% of families and 14.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.2% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Politics
Bingham Lake is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Bingham Lake is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Bill Weber (politician), and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.

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Carson Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Carson Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 283 at the 2020 census.

History
Carson Township was organized in 1871, and named for Kit Carson, an American frontiersman.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 sqmi, of which 35.3 sqmi is land and 0.6 sqmi, or 1.7%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 311 people, 116 households, and 93 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.8 PD/sqmi. There were 125 housing units at an average density of 3.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.43% White, 2.25% Asian, and 0.32% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.32% of the population.

There were 116 households, out of which 31.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.1% were married couples living together, 2.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.8% were non-families. 17.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.0% 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 3.04.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.4% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 23.8% from 25 to 44, 27.0% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 116.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $38,250, and the median income for a family was $41,042. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $17,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,597. About 5.7% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.5% of those under age 18 and 7.0% of those age 65 or over.

Politics
Carson Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Carson Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Dale Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Dale Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 151 at the 2010 census.

Dale Township was organized in 1872, and named for the many dales contained within its borders.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 sqmi, of which 35.6 sqmi is land and 0.5 sqmi, or 1.28%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 154 people, 65 households, and 47 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.3 PD/sqmi. There were 70 housing units at an average density of 2.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.05% White, 1.95% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.95% of the population.

There were 65 households, out of which 26.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.2% were married couples living together, 6.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.2% were non-families. 18.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.8% 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 2.69.

In the township the population was spread out, with 20.1% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 28.6% from 45 to 64, and 20.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $45,625. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $15,625 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,131. About 7.1% of families and 10.2% 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.

Politics
Dale Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Dale Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Delton Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Delton Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 123 at the 2010 census.

Delton Township was organized in 1872.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.7 sqmi, of which 35.7 sqmi is land and 0.03% is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 146 people, 55 households, and 44 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.1 PD/sqmi. There were 58 housing units at an average density of 1.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.58% White, 0.68% African American, 0.68% Asian, and 2.05% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.68% of the population.

There were 55 households, out of which 34.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.7% were married couples living together, 3.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.2% were non-families. 16.4% 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 2.65 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the township, the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 30.1% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 15.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,563, and the median income for a family was $43,000. Males had a median income of $28,125 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,666. There were 15.2% of families and 12.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including 23.1% of under eighteens and 8.3% of those over 64.

Politics
Delton Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Delton Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Germantown Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Germantown Township is in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 207 at the 2010 census.

Germantown Township was organized in 1874. A large share of the early settlers being natives of Germany caused the name to be selected.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 sqmi, of which 35.8 sqmi is land and 0.03% is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 224 people, 80 households, and 65 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.2 PD/sqmi. There were 92 housing units at an average density of 2.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.66% White, 0.89% African American, 0.45% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.45% of the population.

There were 80 households, out of which 41.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.0% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.8% were non-families. 17.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.3% 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 3.20.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.9% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 23.7% from 45 to 64, and 14.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,893, and the median income for a family was $36,964. Males had a median income of $31,023 versus $22,917 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,071. About 2.7% of families and 3.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 5.1% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Germantown Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Germantown Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Great Bend Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Great Bend Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 287 at the 2010 census.

Great Bend Township was organized in 1870. It was named for a nearby meander on the Des Moines River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 32.3 sqmi, of which 31.6 sqmi is land and 0.7 sqmi, or 2.17%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 326 people, 125 households, and 98 families residing in the township. The population density was 10.3 PD/sqmi. There were 140 housing units at an average density of 4.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.85% White, 0.92% African American, 0.31% Asian, 0.31% from other races, and 0.61% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.23% of the population.

There were 125 households, out of which 30.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.4% were married couples living together, 3.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.6% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 2.99.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.1% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 21.8% from 25 to 44, 32.5% from 45 to 64, and 13.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $36,406, and the median income for a family was $40,833. Males had a median income of $25,500 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,134. About 7.3% of families and 12.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.8% of those under age 18 and 2.0% of those age 65 or over.

Politics
Great Bend Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Great Bend Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Highwater Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Highwater Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 166 at the 2010 census.

Highwater Township was organized in 1874, and named from Highwater Creek.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 sqmi, of which 35.9 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi, or 0.64%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 169 people, 66 households, and 53 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.7 PD/sqmi. There were 74 housing units at an average density of 2.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 66 households, out of which 30.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.8% were married couples living together, 1.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.2% were non-families. 15.2% 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 2.56 and the average family size was 2.87.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.9% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 18.3% from 25 to 44, 35.5% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 125.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 111.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $45,625, and the median income for a family was $45,938. Males had a median income of $21,705 versus $26,111 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,858. About 8.2% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.3% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Politics
Highwater Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Highwater Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Jeffers, Minnesota

Jeffers is a city in Amboy Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 369 at the 2010 census.

Minnesota State Highway 30 and County Highway 4 are two of the main routes in the community. U.S. Route 71 is nearby.

History
Jeffers was platted by the Inter-State Land Company on September 19, 1899. It was incorporated as a city a few days later, on September 28, 1899. In its first election, the following men were put into office: President, L. P. Dustin; recorder, Lewis E. Streater; along with trustees, A. W. Binger, A. A. Faust, and C. G. Fredricson.

The town was named for land-owner George Jeffers. A post office has been in operation at Jeffers since 1900.

The Jeffers Petroglyphs, a site listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a series of Native American stone carvings dating from before European settlement. They are located several miles northeast of the town.

In the center of the city runs a north-south street named "Courthouse Ave". It is rumored that due to its proximity in the center of Cottonwood County, Jeffers was expected to become the county seat of Cottonwood County. Therefore, they chose to name the street in anticipation of a courthouse being built. However, Windom, a city 18 miles to the south, was named the county seat and housed the courthouse.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.38 sqmi, all land. Jeffers is situated in section 20, township 107, range 36 west, Latitude: 44.06 N, Longitude: 95.20 W.

The Jeffers Petroglyphs are located 15 km northeast of Jeffers on Red Rock Ridge.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 369 people, 167 households, and 97 families residing in the city. The population density was 971.1 PD/sqmi. There were 196 housing units at an average density of 515.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 90.0% White, 0.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 6.2% from other races, and 3.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.0% of the population.

There were 167 households, of which 26.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.3% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.9% were non-families. 38.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age in the city was 46.4 years. 24.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.1% were from 25 to 44; 28.1% were from 45 to 64; and 24.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.5% male and 51.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 396 people, 184 households, and 114 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,025.0 PD/sqmi. There were 200 housing units at an average density of 517.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.74% White, 0.25% Asian, and 1.01% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.25% of the population.

There were 184 households, out of which 20.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.6% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.0% were non-families. 33.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.71.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 19.9% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 24.5% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 27.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,286, and the median income for a family was $35,625. Males had a median income of $23,125 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,649. About 7.3% of families and 9.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.4% of those under age 18 and 10.7% of those age 65 or over.

Educational institutions
Jeffers is part of the consolidated Red Rock Central School District. The district comprises the southwestern Minnesota towns of Sanborn, Lamberton, Storden, and Jeffers with all grades located in Lamberton. The school mascot is the Falcons. From 1971 until pairing with Sanborn and Lamberton in 1993, Jeffers was combined with Storden as the Storden-Jeffers School District. The school's mascot was the Chiefs. Jeffers housed the Red Rock Central Elementary School until 2016, when it was moved to Lamberton.

Religious institutions

 * Jeffers United Methodist Church
 * Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA)
 * Jeffers Baptist Church
 * Red Rock United Methodist Church

Politics
Jeffers is located in Minnesota's 7th congressional district, represented by Michelle Fischbach, a Republican. At the state level, Jeffers is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Bill Weber (politician), and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Brian Pfarr.

Photographs
This picture was taken as a rainstorm moved into town, during the sunset, creating a warm drizzly haze.

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Lakeside Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Lakeside Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 237 at the 2010 census.

Lakeside Township was organized in 1870, and so named on account of the numerous lakes within its borders.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.3 sqmi, of which 33.5 sqmi is land and 1.8 sqmi, or 5.02%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 255 people, 97 households, and 80 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.6 PD/sqmi. There were 102 housing units at an average density of 3.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.25% White, 0.78% Asian, and 1.96% from two or more races.

There were 97 households, out of which 29.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 79.4% were married couples living together, 2.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.5% were non-families. 14.4% 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 2.63 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 27.1% from 25 to 44, 28.6% from 45 to 64, and 14.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 113.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,688, and the median income for a family was $47,500. Males had a median income of $35,000 versus $21,667 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,758. About 16.3% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 16.7% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Lakeside Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Lakeside Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Midway Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Midway Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 219 at the 2010 census. The city of Mountain Lake is located in the township.

History
Midway Township was organized in 1895. The township was named for its location on the rail line halfway between Sioux City, Iowa and St. Paul, Minnesota.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.6 sqmi, of which 34.3 sqmi is land and 0.4 sqmi, or 1.04%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 297 people, 105 households, and 87 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.7 PD/sqmi. There were 112 housing units at an average density of 3.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 94.95% White, 1.68% Asian, 2.36% from other races, and 1.01% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.02% of the population. 75.9% were of German and 8.9% Norwegian ancestry according to Census 2000.

There were 105 households, out of which 37.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 80.0% were married couples living together, 1.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.1% were non-families. 13.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.83 and the average family size was 3.14.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.0% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 18.5% from 45 to 64, and 20.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $38,750, and the median income for a family was $39,875. Males had a median income of $27,917 versus $16,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,818. About 1.9% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.1% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Government
Midway Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Midway Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Mountain Lake, Minnesota

Mountain Lake is a city in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,104 at the 2010 census.

Mountain Lake was initially composed mostly of the 1,800 Low German (or more specifically, Plautdietsch) speaking Mennonites from Russia who settled there between 1873 and 1880. Although the city has gradually become more diverse, with the more recent addition of immigrant groups including Lao, Hmong, and Hispanic people, a significant percentage of its inhabitants still have Mennonite surnames.

History
The city of Mountain Lake was formally platted on May 25, 1872. It has had a post office in operation since 1871.

Original settlement
The name "Mountain Lake" is usually attributed to early settler William Mason. The city's official website recalls, "the first white settler to the area, William Mason, found a shallow 900-acre lake with three islands. The two smaller islands just broke the water's surface.  The third much larger, higher island looked to Mason like a mountain rising from the lake.  He named the lake Mountain Lake and the island Mountain Island." The top of the island was covered with trees, and could be seen for miles around, thus serving as a landmark to early settlers. The story continues that in 1871 the St. Paul & Sioux City Railway had selected "Midway" as the name of the village, since it was located midway between Saint Paul, Minnesota and Sioux City, Iowa. However, Mason insisted that the village being platted be named "Mountain Lake".

Demand for more tillable farmland and construction advances led to the draining of the original lake in 1905–1906, which was located in Mountain Lake township, southeast of town. However, in 1937–1938 a dam, bridge, and outlet were constructed by the Works Progress Administration at a new site in Midway township to create a new Mountain Lake. This lake, located on the north edge of town, also has an island.

The large island of the original lake – now just a hill amidst the surrounding cornfields – became a county park which has since 1973 been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Archeological evidence suggests that early settler William Mason was not the first to appreciate the unique qualities of the original lake's island. Artifacts unearthed in a 1976 dig indicated evidence of habitation as early as 500 BC, thus making the location the oldest human habitation yet to be discovered in the state of Minnesota.

Mennonite immigration and influence
The coming of the railroad in 1873 played a big role in the expansion of the village. By the time Mountain Lake was formally incorporated in 1886, it had a population of three hundred people, primarily composed of Mennonites immigrating from southern Russia (present-day Ukraine).

In 1873, Mennonite immigrants from the Ukraine (at that time, Ukraine was part of the Russian Empire) began to arrive in Mountain Lake, having been recruited by William Seeger, a member of the Minnesota State Board of Immigration. Seeger had specifically targeted Mennonites, “because they were believed to be hard workers of good character.” The majority of these Mennonite families came from the Molotschna Colony, located near the present-day city of Melitopol, Ukraine. However, a number of Manitoba Mennonites originally from the Chortitza Colony, near the present-day Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, also settled in the Mountain Lake area. By 1880, it is estimated that some 295 Mennonite families had settled there.

Because Mountain Lake was already an established community and its surrounding farmland largely surveyed, the Mennonites could not arrange themselves in the traditional communal villages they had been accustomed to in their Ukrainian colonies. This forced them to adapt to American-style, single family farms and to live amongst their non-Mennonite neighbors. As settlement continued, the Mennonites of Mountain Lake had soon established a successful and cohesive community, “based primarily on agriculture and local commerce.” For many decades thereafter, they retained the speaking of Plautdietsch, the Mennonite variation of Low German.

On October 14, 1889, the Konference der Vereinigten Mennoniten-Brueder von Nord America was founded in Mountain Lake. Elder Aaron Wall, founder of the Bruderthaler Church of Mountain Lake and Elder Isaac Peters of the Ebenezer Church of Henderson, Nebraska were instrumental in the establishment of this new Mennonite denomination. Known today as the Fellowship of Evangelical Bible Churches (FEBC), for many years the conference was popularly called the Bruderthaler Conference, because of the influential nature of the Mountain Lake founding church. In 1914 the name was officially changed to The Defenceless Mennonite Brethren in Christ of North America. The name was changed once again, in 1937, to Evangelical Mennonite Brethren (EMB). The denominational headquarters was located in Mountain Lake until 1956.

Around the year 1905, several local men founded the Mennonite hospital of Mountain Lake. The institution struggled until 1912, when it was sold and reorganized as the Bethel Deaconess Hospital. The physicians in charge were Dr. Piper of Mountain Lake and Dr. Sogge of Windom, who were assisted by three deaconess sisters. The hospital was managed by a local board of directors consisting of one member from each of the town's five Mennonite churches.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.55 sqmi, of which 1.53 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi is water.

Minnesota State Highway 60 serves as a main route around the city, running generally east to west. Secondarily, County Road 1 runs north and south through town.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,104 people, 829 households, and 526 families residing in the city. The population density was 1375.2 PD/sqmi. There were 923 housing units at an average density of 603.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 82.8% White, 0.8% African American, 0.2% Native American, 10.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.9% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 10.7% of the population.

There were 829 households, of which 31.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.9% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.6% were non-families. Of all households, 34.0% were made up of individuals, and 18.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.16.

The median age in the city was 39.3 years. 27.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.6% were from 25 to 44; 23.1% were from 45 to 64; and 20.7% 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 2,082 people, 817 households, and 531 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,540.3 PD/sqmi. There were 896 housing units at an average density of 662.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 84.29% White, 0.58% African American, 0.48% Native American, 6.82% Asian, 0.10% Pacific Islander, 4.27% from other races, and 3.46% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.76% of the population.

There were 817 households, out of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.0% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.0% were non-families. Of all households, 32.3% were made up of individuals, and 20.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 3.07.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.5% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 22.2% from 25 to 44, 16.5% from 45 to 64, and 27.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,146, and the median income for a family was $36,652. Males had a median income of $30,291 versus $17,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,845. About 8.5% of families and 13.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.2% of those under age 18 and 5.4% of those age 65 or over.

Politics
Mountain Lake is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Mountain Lake is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.

Gilbert Esau, one of southern Minnesota's longest-serving legislators in state history, made his home in Mountain Lake. Esau represented Mountain Lake in the Minnesota House for all but four of the years between 1962 and 1982.

Notable people

 * Silas Bartsch, school administrator
 * Larry Buhler, football player
 * George Buhr, coach
 * Gilbert Esau, politician
 * Herman Becker Fast, politician
 * Walter Franz (politician), politician
 * Rod Hamilton, politician
 * Orlando J. Heinitz, politician
 * Chuck Loewen, politician
 * George W. Olson, politician
 * Neva Pilgrim, soprano
 * Samuel J. Schultz, Old Testament scholar
 * Paul Tewes, political organizer

title: Mountain Lake, Minnesota


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Mountain Lake Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Mountain Lake Township is a township located in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. According to the 2010 census, the population was 384. The township was organized in 1871.

Geography
Mountain Lake Township has a total area of 35.8 sqmi, of which 35.7 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi, or 0.17%, is water.

It derives its name from the (now drained) lake of the same name which existed within its borders. Otherwise, there are several small creeks flowing in the township. Except for the extreme southern portion of the town of Mountain Lake, which is primarily located in Midway township, there are no incorporated towns within the township. An early historical source describes the land within its borders thus, "It is excellent land and produces immense crops of all grains and grasses common to this latitude."

History
Mountain Lake Township was formally organized on May 6, 1871, at a meeting in the home of A. A. Soule. (The village of the same name, which encompasses a small part of its northern boundary, was platted on May 25, 1872.)  It is a full thirty-six section township, located directly south of Midway township, west of the Watonwan county line, north of Jackson county, and directly east of Lakeview township.

Early history
The name "Mountain Lake" itself is attributed to the township's earliest non-native inhabitant, William Mason. As told on the city's (of the same name) website, “the first white settler to the area, William Mason, found a shallow 900-acre lake with three islands. The two smaller islands just broke the water's surface. The third much larger, higher island looked to Mason like a mountain rising from the lake. He named the lake Mountain Lake and the island Mountain Island.” The almost circular island, located in the center of the lake, was flat on top and rose about forty feet out of the water. The top of the island was covered with trees which could be seen for many miles, thus serving as a land-mark and a guide for early settlers. The township was named from the lake which contained the prominent island.

Demand for tillable farmland and construction advances led to the lake's draining in the 1905–06 timeframe. The original lake's largest island – now a tree-covered hill amidst the surrounding farmland – has become a county park, which since 1973 been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Archeological evidence unearthed in a 1976 dig revealed remnants of a Meskwaki inhabitation from what could be as early as 500 B.C., making the former island's location within the township the oldest human habitation yet to be discovered in the state of Minnesota.

Formation
On May 6, 1871, Daniel D. Bates and others presented a petition at the organizational board meeting held in the home of A. A. Soule, requesting that "township 105, range 34 be set off and called Mountain Lake township." At the organizational meeting, the aforementioned Daniel D. Bates and A. A. Soule, plus M. Jacobson were appointed election judges and S. H. Soule was appointed clerk. The legal description of the newly formed townships was: "Commencing at the northeast corner of township 105, range 34, thence south to the southeast corner of said township and range; thence west to the southwest corner of said township, thence east to the northeast corner of said township and to the northeast corner of said township, thence to the place of beginning."

Mennonite settlement
Mennonite immigrants from Ukraine (at the time, Ukraine was part of Russia) began to arrive in the Mountain Lake area in 1873, having been recruited by William Seeger, a member of the Minnesota State Board of Immigration. Seeger had intentionally targeted these Mennonite farmers, “because they were believed to be hard workers of good character.”

Because the township's farmland was already surveyed, the Mennonites could not arrange themselves in the traditional communal villages they had been accustomed to in their Ukrainian colonies. This forced them to adapt to American-style, single family farms and to live amongst their non-Mennonite neighbors. As settlement continued, however, they soon established a successful and cohesive farming community, “based primarily on agriculture and local commerce.” Many of the township's current residents are descendants of these immigrants.

The township contains a historic cemetery dating to circa 1880, located in section 22 of the township, where some of the pioneer Mennonite residents are buried. The population of the township in 1895 was 612 and the 1900 census counted 512 inhabitants.

Hutterite settlement
In 1994, the Neuhof Hutterite Colony in Mountain Lake township was founded as a division of the Spring Lake Hutterite Colony of Oldham, South Dakota. The Neuhof Colony reports 64 residents. Neuhof is associated with the Hutterite branch known as Schmiedeleut.

In 2005, a second Hutterite colony was formed as a branch of the Upland Hutterite Colony of Letcher, South Dakota, called Elmendorf Christian Community. This community is an independent colony, with a Hutterite tradition. Elmendorf reports 135 residents. Elmendorf is affiliated with a group of independent Hutterites known as the Hutterite Christian Communities.

Demographics
According to the U.S. Census, as of 2010 the township's population was 384, down from 442 in the 2000 census, making the population density 10.73 persons per square mile (4.8/km$2$).

The 2010 population included 100 households and 81 families residing in the township. There were 100 occupied housing units, with an average household size of 3.84. The racial makeup of the township was 95.8% White, 0.3% African American, 0.8% Asian, 0.5% from two or more races, and 2.6% reporting "some other race". Hispanic or Latino of any race were reported as 5.5% of the population.

Of the 100 households in the township, 19% were non-family households and 81% were families. There were 40 households which had children under the age of 18. 77% of the family households were husband-wife/married families, 2% were male householders with no wife present, and 2% were female householders with no husband present. Of the non-family households, 17 were householders living alone. The average household size was 3.84 and the average family size was 4.21.

In the township, 27.9% the population was under the age of 18 and 72.1% was 18 and over. 10.2% of the population was 65 years of age or older. The median age was 26.7 years. There were 92 females and 92 males.

Government
Mountain Lake Township is governed by an elected township board.

It is located within Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, the township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Bill Weber, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Rose Hill Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Rose Hill Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 166 at the 2010 census.

Rose Hill Township was organized in 1879, and named for the abundant wild rose bushes and small hills contained within its borders.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.5 sqmi, of which 35.7 sqmi is land and 0.8 sqmi, or 2.19%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 189 people, 69 households, and 54 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.3 people per square mile (2.0/km$2$). There were 76 housing units at an average density of 2.1/sq mi (0.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 69 households, out of which 37.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.8% were married couples living together, and 21.7% were non-families. 18.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.7% under the age of 18, 3.2% from 18 to 24, 23.3% from 25 to 44, 27.5% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 117.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,688, and the median income for a family was $41,250. Males had a median income of $26,964 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,594. About 7.4% of families and 7.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Politics
Rose Hill Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Rose Hill Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Selma Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Selma Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 193 at the 2010 census.

Selma Township was organized in 1874, and given the name of the first white birth within its borders.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 square miles (93.4 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 204 people, 84 households, and 64 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.7 people per square mile (2.2/km$2$). There were 90 housing units at an average density of 2.5/sq mi (1.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 92.65% White, 3.92% from other races, and 3.43% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.37% of the population.

There were 84 households, out of which 22.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.7% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.8% were non-families. 21.4% 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 2.43 and the average family size was 2.78.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.6% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 21.1% from 25 to 44, 24.5% from 45 to 64, and 26.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $37,250, and the median income for a family was $41,875. Males had a median income of $27,083 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,551. About 9.1% of families and 10.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.4% of those under the age of eighteen and 9.8% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Selma Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Selma Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.

Notable residents

 * Silas Blackman, Minnesota State representative


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Southbrook Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Southbrook Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 79 at the 2010 census.

Southbrook Township was organized in 1871, and named for the numerous small springs which flow to the Des Moines River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.3 sqmi, of which 34.3 sqmi is land and 2.1 sqmi, or 5.78%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 112 people, 40 households, and 33 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.3 people per square mile (1.3/km$2$). There were 43 housing units at an average density of 1.3/sq mi (0.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 40 households, out of which 35.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.5% were married couples living together, 5.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.5% were non-families. 12.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.0% 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 3.12.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.7% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 22.3% from 25 to 44, 33.0% from 45 to 64, and 10.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $45,625. Males had a median income of $36,250 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,154. There were 10.0% of families and 6.0% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Politics
Southbrook Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Southbrook Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Springfield Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Springfield Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 120 at the 2010 census.

Springfield Township was organized August 27, 1870.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 sqmi, of which 36.1 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi, or 0.08%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 161 people, 64 households, and 49 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.5 people per square mile (1.7/km$2$). There were 70 housing units at an average density of 1.9/sq mi (0.7/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.38% White, 0.62% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.48% of the population.

There were 64 households, out of which 35.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.9% were married couples living together, 1.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.9% were non-families. 18.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.8% 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 2.86.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.0% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 26.1% from 25 to 44, 29.8% from 45 to 64, and 14.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,286, and the median income for a family was $39,821. Males had a median income of $30,625 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,175. None of the families and 1.3% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 10.0% of those over 64.

Politics
Springfield Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Springfield Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Storden, Minnesota

Storden is a city in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 219 at the 2010 census.

History
The town of Storden was platted July 8, 1903 and named in honor of the area's first settler, Nels Storden, an immigrant from Norway. According to the Storden Centennial book written in 2003, the name “Storden” was adopted on March 30, 1875, named for the island of Stord near Bergen in Norway. Stord is a large island in the west coast province of Sunnhordland and is located at the mouth of the Hardangerfjord.

Storden Baptist Church was established on July 12, 1879. Amo Lutheran Church was founded in 1887.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.22 sqmi, all land.

Minnesota State Highway 30 and County Highway 5 are two of the main routes in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 219 people, 104 households, and 57 families residing in the city. The population density was 995.5 PD/sqmi. There were 124 housing units at an average density of 563.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.8% White, 1.4% African American, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.

There were 104 households, of which 24.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.0% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 45.2% were non-families. 39.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.5% 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 2.89.

The median age in the city was 44.8 years. 22.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.9% were from 25 to 44; 29.2% were from 45 to 64; and 20.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.1% male and 47.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 274 people, 120 households, and 81 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,279.5 PD/sqmi. There were 132 housing units at an average density of 616.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.99% White, 3.28% from other races, and 0.73% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.11% of the population.

There were 120 households, out of which 20.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.8% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.5% were non-families. 30.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.77.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.5% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 20.4% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 25.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,694, and the median income for a family was $42,917. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $22,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,134. About 16.1% of families and 14.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.7% of those under the age of eighteen and 12.1% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Storden is located in Minnesota's 7th congressional district, represented by Collin Peterson, a Democrat. At the state level, Storden is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.

Educational institutions
Storden is part of the consolidated Red Rock Central School District. The district comprises the southwestern Minnesota towns of Sanborn, Lamberton, Jeffers, and Storden with the Elementary School and Red Rock Central High School in Lamberton. The school mascot is the Falcon. From 1971 until consolidation with Sanborn and Lamberton in 1992, Storden was combined with Jeffers as the Storden-Jeffers Senior High School. The school's mascot was the Chiefs. Prior to 1971, the Storden High School "Tigers" played in the Red Rock Conference with other neighboring schools like Westbrook, Jeffers, Sanborn, Lamberton, and Walnut Grove. Other sports only pairings included Windom-Storden-Jeffers for cross-country from the late 80s to 1992. In 1990 Westbrook-Storden Jeffers (Chargers) were paired for football, and again from 91-92 as the Red Rock Chargers that added Walnut Grove to Westbrook Storden Jeffers.

Notable residents

 * Thomas Bondhus, Minnesota State representative.

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Storden Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Storden Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 165 at the 2010 census.

Storden Township was organized March 30, 1875, and named for Nels Storden, an early Norwegian settler, after initially being named "Norsk". The village of the same name was platted July 8, 1903.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 sqmi, of which 35.7 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi, or 0.28%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 198 people, 87 households, and 58 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.5 people per square mile (2.1/km$2$). There were 91 housing units at an average density of 2.5/sq mi (1.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 87 households, out of which 24.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.9% were married couples living together, 4.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.2% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.73.

In the township the population was spread out, with 22.2% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 27.3% from 25 to 44, 27.3% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $38,750, and the median income for a family was $44,063. Males had a median income of $36,875 versus $14,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $37,695. About 6.8% of families and 4.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty five or over.

Politics
Storden Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Storden Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Westbrook, Minnesota

Westbrook is a city in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 758 at the 2020 census.

History
Westbrook was founded September 17, 1870. It was platted June 8, 1900. The city was named from its location near the west branch of Highwater Creek.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.78 sqmi, all land.

Minnesota State Highway 30 serves as a main route in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 739 people, 345 households, and 192 families residing in the city. The population density was 947.4 PD/sqmi. There were 418 housing units at an average density of 535.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.7% White, 0.4% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 345 households, of which 18.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.7% were married couples living together, 5.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.3% were non-families. 40.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.04 and the average family size was 2.71.

The median age in the city was 54 years. 18.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 17.6% were from 25 to 44; 25% were from 45 to 64; and 33.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 44.2% male and 55.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 755 people, 367 households, and 209 families residing in the city. The population density was 974.7 PD/sqmi. There were 412 housing units at an average density of 531.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.01% White, 0.13% African American, 0.40% Native American, 0.40% Asian, 0.13% from other races, and 0.93% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.66% of the population.

There were 367 households, out of which 18.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.5% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.8% were non-families. 39.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 28.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.06 and the average family size was 2.74.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.5% under the age of 18, 4.4% from 18 to 24, 17.7% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 35.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 52 years. For every 100 females, there were 79.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 74.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,063, and the median income for a family was $33,472. Males had a median income of $27,188 versus $18,056 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,919. 13.5% of the population and 8.5% of families were below the poverty line. Out of the total people living in poverty, 28.6% of those under the age of 18 and 9.1% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.

Sister City
Walnut Grove, Minnesota and Westbrook are sister cities because Westbrook-Walnut Grove (WWG) Public Schools is distributed between both towns.

Westbrook-Walnut Grove Public Schools
Starting with the 1991–1992 school year, the Westbrook Wildcats and the Walnut Grove Loggers combined school districts and sports teams to make the Westbrook-Walnut Grove Chargers.

WWG Information

 * Schools – one High School in Westbrook (Grades 7–12) and one Elementary School in Walnut Grove (Grades K-6)
 * Mascot – Chargers
 * School Colors – Red and Silver
 * ISD – 2898

Politics
Westbrook is located in Minnesota's 7th congressional district, represented by Collin Peterson, a Democrat. At the state level, Westbrook is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.

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Westbrook Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Westbrook Township is a township in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 216 at the 2010 census.

Westbrook Township was organized September 17, 1870 and named for the western branch of Highwater Creek. The village of the same name, was platted June 8, 1900.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.4 sqmi, of which 34.7 sqmi is land and 0.7 sqmi, or 2.03%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 302 people, 102 households, and 85 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.7 people per square mile (3.4/km$2$). There were 106 housing units at an average density of 3.1/sq mi (1.2/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.34% White, 0.66% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.66% of the population.

There were 102 households, out of which 30.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.5% were married couples living together, 3.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 15.7% were non-families. 13.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.8% 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 2.77.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.2% under the age of 18, 4.6% from 18 to 24, 16.2% from 25 to 44, 28.5% from 45 to 64, and 29.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,000, and the median income for a family was $41,429. Males had a median income of $28,125 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,905. About 2.4% of families and 3.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 8.3% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Westbrook Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Westbrook Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.