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Oakport Township, Clay County, Minnesota

Oakport Township is a township in Clay County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 506 at the 2020 census.

History
In 1990, Oakport Township reached an orderly annexation agreement whereby developed portions of the Township (Tract 2) entered the city of Moorhead on January 1, 2015.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 29.2 square miles (75.5 km$2$), all land.

2020 census
As of the census of 2020, there were 506 people, 206 households, and 181 families residing in the township.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,689 people, 572 households, and 498 families residing in the township. The population density was 57.9 PD/sqmi. There were 589 housing units at an average density of 20.2/sq mi (7.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.99% White, 0.36% African American, 0.36% Native American, 0.06% Asian, 0.12% from other races, and 1.12% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.71% of the population.

There were 572 households, out of which 43.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 80.4% were married couples living together, 4.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 12.9% were non-families. 11.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.93 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.0% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 30.4% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 9.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $60,400, and the median income for a family was $62,794. Males had a median income of $41,856 versus $26,842 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,570. About 2.8% of families and 4.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.9% of those under age 18 and 7.0% of those age 65 or over.


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Parke Township, Clay County, Minnesota

Parke Township is a township in Clay County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 450 at the 2000 census.

History
According to Warren Upham, Parke Township was probably named for an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.3 km$2$), of which 34.1 square miles (88.3 km$2$) is land and 1.9 square miles (5.0 km$2$) (5.33%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 450 people, 167 households, and 134 families residing in the township. The population density was 13.2 people per square mile (5.1/km$2$). There were 227 housing units at an average density of 6.7/sq mi (2.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.11% White, 0.22% African American, 0.44% Native American and 0.22% Asian.

There were 167 households, out of which 35.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.4% were married couples living together, 1.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.2% were non-families. 16.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.69 and the average family size was 3.06.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.0% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 22.4% from 25 to 44, 33.3% from 45 to 64, and 11.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 125.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $51,094, and the median income for a family was $58,036. Males had a median income of $38,542 versus $27,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $22,207. About 1.6% of families and 3.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under age 18 and 7.7% of those age 65 or over.

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title: Parke Township, Clay County, Minnesota


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Riverton Township, Clay County, Minnesota

Riverton Township is a township in Clay County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 462 at the 2000 census.

Riverton Township takes its name from the Buffalo River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 square miles (92.7 km$2$), of which 35.8 square miles (92.6 km$2$) is land and 0.04 square mile (0.1 km$2$) (0.08%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 462 people, 159 households, and 124 families residing in the township. The population density was 12.9 people per square mile (5.0/km$2$). There were 166 housing units at an average density of 4.6/sq mi (1.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.48% White, 0.22% African American, 0.43% Native American, and 0.87% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.65% of the population.

There were 159 households, out of which 39.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.4% were married couples living together, 3.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.0% were non-families. 16.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.91 and the average family size was 3.24.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.3% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 32.9% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 7.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $51,042, and the median income for a family was $56,538. Males had a median income of $34,107 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,670. About 5.5% of families and 8.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.1% of those under age 18 and 11.8% of those age 65 or over.


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Sabin, Minnesota

Sabin is a city in Clay County, Minnesota, United States approximately 14 miles southeast of Moorhead, Minnesota. The population was 619 at the 2020 census.

History
The city was named for Dwight M. Sabin, a United States Senator from Minnesota. A post office in Sabin has been in operation since 1881. Every year the city holds a series of events called "Sabin Harvest Days" with events for both kids and adults.

Scheels
The first Scheels opened in Sabin as a hardware store by Frederick A. Scheele. Scheels is now led by the fifth generation of the Scheel family and has grown to be a destination-style sporting goods store with locations throughout the United States. Every year the city holds a series of events called "Sabin Harvest Days" with events for both kids and adults.

Geography
Sabin is mostly south under U.S. Route 52 and the shortline railway owned by Otter Tail Valley Railroad Company that runs parallel to Route 52. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Sabin has an area of 0.35 sqmi, all land. The elevation is approximately 929 feet.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 522 people, 180 households, and 140 families living in the city. The population density was 1491.4 PD/sqmi. There were 187 housing units at an average density of 534.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.7% White, 0.2% Native American, 1.1% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.5% of the population.

There were 180 households, of which 46.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.2% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 22.2% were non-families. 17.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.90 and the average family size was 3.32.

The median age in the city was 31.2 years. 32.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 32.6% were from 25 to 44; 22.1% were from 45 to 64; and 4.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.9% male and 48.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 421 people, 152 households, and 117 families living in the city. The population density was 1,390.5 PD/sqmi. There were 158 housing units at an average density of 521.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.10% White, 0.24% African American, 0.48% Native American, 0.24% Asian, 0.71% from other races, and 0.24% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.95% of the population.

There were 152 households, out of which 46.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.1% were married couples living together, 5.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.4% were non-families. 15.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.77 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.2% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 38.0% from 25 to 44, 18.8% from 45 to 64, and 6.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 112.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $43,523, and the median income for a family was $51,250. Males had a median income of $31,838 versus $19,886 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,776. About 2.7% of families and 6.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.7% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

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Skree Township, Clay County, Minnesota

Skree Township is a township in Clay County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 166 at the 2000 census.

Skree Township was named for Mikkel Skree, a Norwegian immigrant and pioneer farmer.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.8 square miles (87.6 km$2$), of which 33.6 square miles (86.9 km$2$) is land and 0.3 square mile (0.7 km$2$) (0.83%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 166 people, 62 households, and 48 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.9 people per square mile (1.9/km$2$). There were 64 housing units at an average density of 1.9/sq mi (0.7/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.40% White and 0.60% Asian.

There were 62 households, out of which 33.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.0% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.0% were non-families. 21.0% 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 2.68 and the average family size was 3.06.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.7% under the age of 18, 4.2% from 18 to 24, 30.1% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.4 males. For every 100 females aged 18 and over, there were 96.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,250, and the median income for a family was $51,250. Males had a median income of $32,083 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,174. About 4.3% of families and 8.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.9% of those under the age of eighteen and 11.8% of those 65 or over.

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Spring Prairie Township, Clay County, Minnesota

Spring Prairie Township is a township in Clay County, Minnesota, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 506, up from 368 at the previous census.

The township is notable for being the home of an established Hutterite colony, called Spring Prairie Colony. As a result about a fourth (25.7%) of the township speak an other than English or Spanish Indo-European language, most likely the Hutterite German.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.7 square miles (92.4 km$2$), of which 35.6 square miles (92.3 km$2$) is land and 0.03% is water.

Spring Prairie Township was named from its numerous streams.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 364 people, 111 households, and 90 families residing in the township. The population density was 10.2 people per square mile (3.9/km$2$). There were 116 housing units at an average density of 3.3/sq mi (1.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.18% White, 0.27% Asian, 0.55% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.92% of the population.

There were 111 households, out of which 44.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.6% were married couples living together, 1.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.9% were non-families. 15.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.28 and the average family size was 3.69.

In the township the population was spread out, with 34.6% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 28.8% from 25 to 44, 22.8% from 45 to 64, and 6.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 116.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $44,167, and the median income for a family was $44,464. Males had a median income of $36,000 versus $26,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $13,731. About 21.8% of families and 29.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 39.7% of those under age 18 and 20.0% of those age 65 or over.


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Tansem Township, Clay County, Minnesota

Tansem Township is a township in Clay County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 222 at the 2000 census.

Minnesota State Highways 32 and 34 are two of the main arterial routes in the township.

History
Tansem Township was named for John O. Tansem, a Norwegian immigrant and pioneer farmer.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 square miles (93.5 km$2$), of which 35.6 square miles (92.2 km$2$) is land and 0.5 square mile (1.3 km$2$) (1.44%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 222 people, 79 households, and 71 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.2 people per square mile (2.4/km$2$). There were 93 housing units at an average density of 2.6/sq mi (1.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.20% White, 0.45% African American, 0.90% from other races, and 0.45% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.90% of the population.

There were 79 households, out of which 39.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 82.3% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 8.9% were non-families. 7.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.81 and the average family size was 2.96.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.8% under the age of 18, 3.2% from 18 to 24, 32.4% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $43,750, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $35,833 versus $28,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,917. About 9.8% of families and 16.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 37.7% of those under the age of eighteen and 5.6% of those 65 or over.

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Ulen, Minnesota

Ulen is a city in Clay County, Minnesota, United States, along the South Branch of the Wild Rice River. The population was 476 at the 2020 census.

Near this small community, what may be an authentic Viking sword known as the Ulen sword was found in a field by Hans O. Hansen in 1911. The sword is currently on display in the Ulen Museum. Ulen and the area surrounding is mostly inhabited by later generation Norwegian-Americans.

Ulen is the southern terminus of the Agassiz Recreational Trail, a 53-mile multi-use trail built on an abandoned railroad grade which has its northern terminus at Crookston, Minnesota. As of 2022, the mayor of Ulen is Mary A. Knopfler.

History
Ulen Township was named after an early European to settle in the region, Ole Ulen. Ulen was incorporated as a village on November 12, 1896. A meeting was held on June 7, 1881, at the home of Nels Wiger for the purpose of organizing Ulen Township. Robert Hanson, Elias Rost and Ole Mellum were the election judges and Nels Wiger served as the clerk. One of the concerns of the early township officials was the building of roads. There were no tax funds for this purpose so each able-bodied man was required to work for two days a year building roads. The first road was laid out and built in 1883. The post office was established in 1884, its name changing to Odneland in 1885 for Ole Odneland (Tallak Aaneland), postmaster and general store owner, although it was sometimes spelled Oneland and Onland. When the railroad came in 1886, Odneland's (Aaneland's) store was in the path of the rails, so it was moved to the east side of the tracks on the northwest corner of Regelstad's farm. In 1866, the same year Ulen was incorporated, the Duluth and Manitoba Railway company, a subsidiary of the Northern Pacific Railway, built the railroad between what is now known as Manitoba Junction and Red Lake Falls, taking the railroad directly through Ulen. Ole Asleson platted a townsite, and the name was changed to Ulen with Odneland remaining as postmaster until the post office was reorganized in 1887 and Ole Christian Melbye became postmaster in his grocery store; Melbye moved into the first house built in village limits in 1887. Ulen came to be mostly inhabited by Norwegian immigrants and the town continues to hold on to its Nordic identity.

The Ulen Historical Society was founded in September 1963. In 2004 a new Ulen Historical Society was organized.

The Ulen Historical Society runs the Ulen Museum, home to the Ulen Sword. The Ulen Sword is 19th century sword, once believed to be a Viking sword, which the town takes great pride in. The sword was found by Hans O. Hansen on his farm while plowing in 1911. The former name of the Ulen Museum was the Viking Sword Museum.

The town has been able to grow slowly over the years in part thanks to Northwestern Bank. In 1941, the bank moved to Ulen and changed its name to Northwestern Bank. One of the historic events of the bank occurred in 1958 when the bank reached 1 million dollar figure in deposits. This first branch in Ulen is still economically important. Over the years it has been slowly able to grow and expand. Eventually starting branches in Moorhead and other rural communities in northwestern Minnesota. Their branch in Ulen however has still been able to thrive and is an important business in the local economy and community, providing crucial service. In 2005 Ulen needed to get the arsenic out of its water. Wells supplying the city's water had high concentrations of the chemical-more than twice the treatment standard of less than 10 parts per billion. Also the city was experiencing too many water main breaks, and its aging infrastructure needed replacing. As a result, Moore Engineering planned and designed a gravity filter system to remove arsenic from the water supply and made plans to replace aging water mains. The city's new water treatment plant removed arsenic to a level of less than 5 parts per billion, 50 percent more treatment than required. Grants and loans, including a $600,000 grant from the Small Cities Community Development program, helped pay for the improvements, ensuring water safety.

Historically known as an agricultural community, Ulen continues to flourish with the growth of agricultural and small family-owned businesses. West Central Ag Service operates the grain elevator in Ulen

Geography
Ulen is a small agricultural town on the prairie of western Minnesota in Clay County, located about 40 miles east of Fargo, North Dakota. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.07 sqmi, all land. State Highway 32 serves as a major arterial in the community. Ulen's zip code is 56585. Ulen is the southern terminus of the Agassiz Recreational Trail, a 53-mile multi-use trail built on an abandoned railroad grade which has its northern terminus at Crookston, Minnesota.

Demographics
Since 1900, the population has never fallen below 300 or risen above 600, reaching a peak of 590 in the 1920s. Today about 480 people reside in Ulen, making it one of over 12,000 incorporated places in the United States with fewer than 2,500 citizens, the population below which the US Census Bureau defines an area to be rural. As of 2022 the town of Ulen has the 8th highest amount of Norwegian Americans, relative to its total population, in the state of Minnesota.

2020 census
As of the census of 2020, there were 476 people, 204 households, and 99 families living in the city. The population density was 444.8 PD/sqmi. There were 241 housing units at an average density of 225.2 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 90.9% White, 3.5% Native American, 0.6% from other races, and 4.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.6% of the population. A majority of Ulen has Norwegian ancestry.

There were 204 households, of which 17% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 31.9% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 51.5% were non-families. 48.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 30.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.84 and the average family size was 2.66.

The median age in the city was 63.4 years. 17% of residents were under the age of 18; 1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 13.6% were from 25 to 44; 21.6% were from 45 to 64; and 47% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 42.3% male and 47.7% female.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 547 people, 234 households, and 130 families living in the city. The population density was 479.8 PD/sqmi. There were 268 housing units at an average density of 235.1 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 93.1% White, 0.4% African American, 3.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.5% of the population. A majority of Ulen has Norwegian ancestry.

There were 234 households, of which 26.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.2% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.4% were non-families. 39.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.16 and the average family size was 2.89.

The median age in the city was 46.6 years. 21.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.5% were from 25 to 44; 23.9% were from 45 to 64; and 28% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 532 people, 203 households, and 120 families living in the city. The population density was 488.9 PD/sqmi. There were 228 housing units at an average density of 209.5 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 99.25% White and 0.75% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.19% of the population. A majority of Ulen has Norwegian ancestry.

There were 203 households, out of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.3% were married couples living together, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.4% were non-families. 35.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 26.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 19.9% from 25 to 44, 16.9% from 45 to 64, and 34.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,813, and the median income for a family was $42,188. Males had a median income of $33,036 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,593. About 5.0% of families and 8.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.3% of those under age 18 and 15.6% of those age 65 or over.

Government
Ulen has a mayor–council form of government. Ulen's current mayor is Mary A. Knopfler, who was elected in 2018, and reelected in 2022.

The representative body of the city of Ulen is the city council. The council members include James Ashmore, Jeremy Bagg, Randy Zimmerman, and Kim Syverson. Sandy Braseth is the appointed clerk/treasurer.

At the State Legislature level, Ulen's Representative is Debra L. Kiel with them being in the District 1B. Ulen used to be in District 4B until after the 2020 redistricting cycle. Ulen's State Senator is Mark Johnson with them being in District 1. Ulen used to be in District 4 until after the 2020 redistricting cycle. Both are Republicans. At the Federal Level Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith are Minnesota Senators with them being Democrats. Michelle Fischbach represents Ulen in the U.S. House being from Minnesota's 7th District and a Republican.

Economy
Ulen has an economy primarily made up of agriculture services and farms. The grain elevator in Ulen is run by West Central Ag Service, and is one of the largest in the state of Minnesota, and has currently more than 190 workers. This greatly benefits Ulen and the surrounding area, causing Ulen to be the agricultural hub of the surrounding towns. The West Central Ag Service business offices and service shop are both located in Ulen. The Nordic Lounge, Viking Manor, Sanford Health Clinic, Northwestern Bank, Ulen Building and Supply, and the West Central Ag Service Ulen Convince Store, are important businesses in the community.

Utilities
The Otter Tail Power Company provides electricity to the town with telephone and cable TV being provided by Arvig.

Prominent businessmen
Ole Evans, a well known resident of Ulen township, now deceased, was the son of Arne (also deceased) and Julia (Ulen) Evans, who settled in Ulen township with their family in the year 1881. Ole was born in the town of Cuba, in Becker county, Minnesota, on November 12, 1871, and died in October, 1903. He married Miss Gusta Hanson on August 9, 1898, and they had one son, Raymond.

Evans was educated first in the country schools, and later attended school in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the college at Moorhead, and lastly the seminary at Red Wing, Minnesota. He was ten years of age when he came to Ulen with his parents, where he grew to manhood in the highest esteem of his friends. His first business venture was in 1894, when he opened a hardware store in Ulen, and the following year took as a partner O. P. Olson, and the business was conducted under the firm name of Olson & Evans for about four years, when Evans purchased Olson's interest and carried on the store from that time on, and at his death he had the largest hardware business in Ulen. He owned the first bicycle in the village and also the first automobile.

Evans was a member of the United Lutheran church, and was one of the most popular men of the county, both in business and socially. The Ulen band played at his funeral services, and all business operations ceased on that day.

‘Ulen’ Wheat
in 2006 a paper was published to the USDA to classify the wheat planted around Ulen as 'Ulen' Wheat this is due to Ulen being in its region of adaptation.

Education
The Ulen-Hitterdal Public School is a school in Independent School District #914. It serves the community of Ulen and the neighboring town of Hitterdal. It is a K-12 institution with modern facilities. The school has a number of sports teams. The school mascot is the Titans with the school colors being black, blue, and gold.

Ulen has one library, the Ulen LINK Site. It is a LINK site of the Lake Agassiz Regional Library. Amy Nelson is the current office manager at the Ulen LINK Site.

Culture
Ulen has a very large Norwegian American population. The Ulen museum, formerly the Viking Sword Museum, Viking Manor, numerous Norse and Viking artifacts found in the area further show to represent the deep pride the town has for its Norwegian heritage. Another manifestation of this pride is, Lena's Lefse, a bakery dedicated to lefse and other Norse baked items.

Memorial
Located in the center of Ulen on Main street is the Ulen's Veteran's Memorial Wall commemorating Ulen residents who have fought and died in American Wars. The memorial was a joint project by the VFW and the Ulen Lions.

Museum
The Ulen Museum (formerly the Viking Sword Museum) opened on Sunday, August 4, 2007. The Ulen Museum is located on Ulen's main street (State Highway 32). It is situated on the corner of Spartan Avenue and 1st St. NW. It is run by the Ulen Historical Society and is dedicated to preserving the rich history of Ulen. The Ulen Museum is home to the Ulen Sword. The Ulen Sword is 19th century sword, once believed to be a Viking sword. The sword was found by Hans O. Hansen on his farm while plowing in 1911.The former name of the Ulen Museum was the Viking Sword Museum.

Festival
Ulen Days (formerly Ulen Turkey Barbecue Days) is an annual event held on the third weekend in August each year and dates back to 1962. The Turkey BBQ includes a wide variety of events held during mid August. The most popular aspect of the festival is the turkey, which regularly is barbecued on Saturday from 3:30 – 6:00pm on “the world’s largest spit.” It includes an entire weekend of activities including shows, sport games and tournaments, raffles, and food trucks.

Theatre
The Top Hat Theatre serves as theater group in Ulen. It was created in 2005. Performances are in the Barry J. Houglum Auditorium, a 350-seat theater located in the Ulen-Hitterdal Public School.

Organizations
Ulen throughout its history has had many organizations. Organizations such as the V.F.W, American Legion, bands, orchestras, and many more. While over the years many of them no longer exist they were vital to the establishing of modern-day Ulen.

V.F.W. Post 5115
The VFW post was organized on December 2, 1945. It was named after Sander Jacobson who lost his life in active duty during World War II. The VFWs first meeting was held in Forsythe's Hall with 65 charting members. An old potato house was rented for the first meeting place in 1946 and continued to be the meeting place until the potato harvest forced the organization to find a new location. The meetings were then moved to any available place until an old store, known as the Brandvold Store, was bought in 1948. This building was used until 1961. when it was torn down and the present building was built. In 1974 a new 40 by 80-foot addition was built. Over the past years the VFW has sponsored and helped many organizations such as school scholarships, Voice of Democracy, baseball teams, softball teams, skating rink, cemetery funds, military funerals, Memorial Day programs, cancer research, Camp Courage, Fire Department, National home, wheel chairs and crutches for the homes and needy people and many more charities.

Ulen Lions Organization
The International Association of Lions Clubs granted a charter to the Ulen Lions on December 7, 1972. Over the years the Ulen Lions have had many large fundraisers. They often raise money for the community through things such as birthday calendars, bingo and raffles. The Lions use this money to provide scholarships to graduating students from the Ulen-Hitterdal Highschool, providing eyeglasses for needy in the community and the school. The Lions sponsored and paid for the press box for the highschool football field, made improvements to the softball field and grandstand, at a time offered snowmobile safety classes, provide annual clean-up at the Ulen Park, make donations to the school athletic banquet, Ulen Rescue Squad, Ulen Fire Department, Viking Manor Nursing Home, Ulen Community Choir, video equipment at the school, street signs and they have built a float that represents Ulen's Centennial celebration that used to participate in nearby and local parades.

On the international level, the Ulen Lions, give annually to the LCIF, Leader Dog Fund, Eye Bank, the Hearing Foundation and charter gifts for new clubs. Many of the currents Lions members are active in attending zone meetings and the mid-winter conventions. The Ulen Lions have been sponsoring the Lions Clubs of Hitterdal and Flom as well.

Other organizations
At a time Ulen hosted clubs such as the Sand Ridge Saddle Club, the Ulen Gun Club, Ulen Good Neighbors Club, the Ulen Commercial Club and the Ulen Study Club. Ulen continues to host organizations such as the Ulen Parent Teacher Organization, Ulen Historical Association, and Ulen 4-H Clubs. The town as a whole engages in much civic participation and take particular pride in their Historical Association and 4-H Clubs.

Healthcare
Stanford Health Ulen Clinic is a Stanford Health Clinic dedicated to providing quality service to Ulen and the surrounding community. It provides family medicine, radiology, and has laboratories as well as providing immunizations and mammograms. Ulen is a large provider for healthcare for senior citizens in the area. The Ulen Senior Citizens Center acts as a communal gathering place for senior citizens in Ulen. The Viking Manor Nursing Home is another healthcare facility in Ulen for its seniors. It is a long-term care facility and nursing home. Viking Manor includes 45 beds for seniors.

In popular culture
A 2013 episode of America Unearthed partly focuses on the ancient bones and Ulen Sword found in the area. The episode also includes many references to the town's Norwegian identity and possible Viking exploration in the area.

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Ulen Township, Clay County, Minnesota

Ulen Township is a township in Clay County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 163 at the 2000 census.

Ulen Township was named for Ole Ulen, a Norwegian immigrant and pioneer settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.2 square miles (91.2 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 163 people, 61 households, and 45 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.6 people per square mile (1.8/km$2$). There were 70 housing units at an average density of 2.0/sq mi (0.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 96.93% White, 0.61% African American, 0.61% Native American, 0.61% Asian, 0.61% from other races, and 0.61% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.84% of the population.

There were 61 households, out of which 37.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.6% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.6% were non-families. 18.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 3.11.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.1% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 32.5% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 9.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 128.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $40,357. Males had a median income of $32,750 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,318. About 11.4% of families and 21.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 25.0% of those 65 or over.

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Viding Township, Clay County, Minnesota

Viding Township is a township in Clay County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 124 at the 2000 census.

Viding was the name of an early Swedish settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.7 square miles (92.6 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 124 people, 47 households, and 36 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.5 people per square mile (1.3/km$2$). There were 49 housing units at an average density of 1.4/sq mi (0.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.58% White, 0.81% Native American, and 1.61% from two or more races.

There were 47 households, out of which 40.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.2% were married couples living together, 2.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.4% were non-families. 21.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.4% under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 31.5% from 25 to 44, 19.4% from 45 to 64, and 14.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,083, and the median income for a family was $45,625. Males had a median income of $32,188 versus $34,167 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,637. None of the population and none of families were below the poverty line.

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Bagley, Minnesota

Bagley is a city in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,285 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Clearwater County.

History
A post office called Bagley has been in operation since 1898. The city was named for Sumner C. Bagley, a local lumberman.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.01 sqmi, of which 1.95 sqmi is land and 0.06 sqmi is water.

Minnesota Highway 92 and four-lane U.S. Highway 2 are two of the main routes in the city.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,392 people, 619 households, and 319 families living in the city. The population density was 713.8 PD/sqmi. There were 735 housing units at an average density of 376.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 84.1% White, 0.6% African American, 11.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 3.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.4% of the population.

There were 619 households, of which 28.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 32.6% were married couples living together, 15.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 48.5% were non-families. 43.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.12 and the average family size was 2.95.

The median age in the city was 40.3 years. 25.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.2% were from 25 to 44; 21.2% were from 45 to 64; and 23.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.3% male and 54.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,235 people, 993 households, and 795 families living in the city. The population density was 674.1 PD/sqmi. There were 603 housing units at an average density of 329.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 87.85% White, 0.73% African American, 8.99% Native American, 0.40% Asian, 0.08% from other races, and 1.94% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.65% of the population.

There were 993 households, out of which 24.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.1% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 47.7% were non-families. 44.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 28.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.05 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.6% under the age of 18, 9.9% from 18 to 24, 22.0% from 25 to 44, 19.1% from 45 to 64, and 28.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $23,125, and the median income for a family was $34,408. Males had a median income of $26,875 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,472. About 13.1% of families and 20.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 30.0% of those under age 18 and 22.5% of those age 65 or over.

Newspapers

 * The Farmer's Independent - local weekly newspaper

Radio

 * KKCQ-FM 96.7 (licensed to Bagley, station studios in Fosston)

Sports
On February 13, 1996, the Bagley varsity hockey team played their last game outdoors. They were the last Minnesota State High School League program to play outdoors. The A.F. Kaiser Arena was partially funded by a grant from the Mighty Ducks Community Ice Arena Grant Program.

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Bear Creek Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Bear Creek Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 107 at the 2000 census. This township took its name from Bear Creek.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 32.0 sqmi, of which 30.3 sqmi is land and 1.7 sqmi (5.34%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 107 people, 44 households, and 31 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.5 PD/sqmi. There were 86 housing units at an average density of 2.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 94.39% White, 1.87% Asian, 1.87% from other races, and 1.87% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.87% of the population.

There were 44 households, out of which 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.6% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.5% were non-families. 29.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.4% 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 2.97.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.1% under the age of 18, 3.7% from 18 to 24, 21.5% from 25 to 44, 36.4% from 45 to 64, and 11.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $47,500, and the median income for a family was $58,750. Males had a median income of $40,417 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,842. There were no families and 3.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 37.5% of those over 64.


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Clearbrook, Minnesota

Clearbrook is a city in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 464 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.49 sqmi, all land.

Main routes include Minnesota State Highway 92, Tower Street, Main Street, and Clearwater County Roads 4, 5, 49, and 74.

History
A post office called Clearbrook has been in operation since 1910. The city was named for a small brook near the original town site.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 518 people, 250 households, and 120 families living in the city. The population density was 1057.1 PD/sqmi. There were 280 housing units at an average density of 571.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.6% White, 3.9% Native American, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.

There were 250 households, of which 20.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.2% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 52.0% were non-families. 50.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 26.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.92 and the average family size was 2.80.

The median age in the city was 50.8 years. 20.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.5% were from 25 to 44; 23% were from 45 to 64; and 33.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 43.2% male and 56.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 551 people, 237 households, and 127 families living in the city. The population density was 1,239.6 PD/sqmi. There were 259 housing units at an average density of 582.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.19% White, 1.45% Native American, 0.36% Asian, 0.18% from other races, and 1.81% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.73% of the population.

There were 237 households, out of which 24.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.6% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 46.0% were non-families. 42.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 27.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.05 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.9% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 18.9% from 25 to 44, 17.6% from 45 to 64, and 34.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 79.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 71.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $19,091, and the median income for a family was $32,614. Males had a median income of $31,029 versus $16,094 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,052. About 6.8% of families and 10.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.2% of those under age 18 and 14.0% of those age 65 or over.

Agriculture
One of the notable local industries is the cultivation of wild rice, with cultivated paddies north of Clearbrook. Clearbrook also has large rice processing plant, owned by Riviana Foods.

Oil pipeline
Clearbrook has a significant oil pipeline junction between the Enbridge Pipeline - Lakehead (U.S. Mainline) system, Minnesota Pipe Line, and North Dakota Pipeline Company system. Clearbrook made national news on November 28, 2007, when two pipeline workers were killed after a large fire erupted while they were repairing a leak in the pipeline.

Education
Clearbrook is the home of Clearbrook-Gonvick High School.

Notable people
Clearbrook is the birthplace, home, and final resting place of Wes Westrum, a major league baseball catcher and manager. Westrum was on the cover of the first edition of Sports Illustrated on August 16, 1954.

Mimi Parker and Alan Sparhawk of the influential American indie rock band Low (band) met and grew up in Clearbrook while attending grade school.

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Clover Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Clover Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 116 at the 2000 census.

Clover Township was organized in 1914.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 17.6 sqmi, of which 17.1 sqmi is land and 0.6 sqmi (3.34%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 116 people, 49 households, and 29 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.8 PD/sqmi. There were 59 housing units at an average density of 3.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 90.52% White, 8.62% Native American, and 0.86% from two or more races.

There were 49 households, out of which 18.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.1% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.8% were non-families. 36.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 3.17.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.6% under the age of 18, 3.4% from 18 to 24, 21.6% from 25 to 44, 32.8% from 45 to 64, and 14.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 141.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 133.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $32,083, and the median income for a family was $39,375. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $25,417 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,248. There were 17.1% of families and 27.0% of the population living below the poverty line, including 47.1% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.


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Copley Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Copley Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 859 at the 2000 census.

Copley Township was named for Lafayette Copley, a pioneer settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.0 sqmi, of which 33.8 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi (0.59%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 859 people, 327 households, and 258 families residing in the township. The population density was 25.4 PD/sqmi. There were 350 housing units at an average density of 10.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 93.83% White, 4.07% Native American, 0.35% Asian, 0.12% from other races, and 1.63% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.12% of the population.

There were 327 households, out of which 35.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.4% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.1% were non-families. 19.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% 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 2.99.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.8% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 26.0% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,324, and the median income for a family was $49,286. Males had a median income of $37,125 versus $20,179 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,302. About 4.7% of families and 8.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.9% of those under age 18 and 9.9% of those age 65 or over.


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Dudley Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Dudley Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, in the United States. At the 2000 census, the township population was 365.

Dudley Township was named for Frank E. Dudley, a county commissioner.

History
Voters met and signed a petition in 1899 asking that Township 148, Range 36 be organized as a township under the laws of the state of Minnesota. The laws were followed to the Beltrami County Board's satisfaction and it was ordered that the first election be held on Friday, May 19, 1899, at the home of William McCrehin and further ordered that the township be named Dudley.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 31.3 sqmi, of which 29.6 sqmi is land and 1.7 sqmi (5.30%) is water.

Demographics
Atf the 2000 census, there were 365 people, 123 households and 97 families residing in the township. The population density was 12.3 /sqmi. There were 133 housing units at an average density of 4.5 /sqmi. The racial make-up of the township was 98.90% White, 0.27% Pacific Islander and 0.82% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.27% of the population.

There were 123 households, of which 44.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.3% were married couples living together, 4.9% had a female householder with no husband present and 21.1% were non-families. 19.5% 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 2.97 and the average family size was 3.41.

33.2% of the population were under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 28.5% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64 and 10.1% were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 123.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.0 males.

The median household income was $32,813 and the median family income was $37,188. Males had a median income of $31,944 and females $17,000. The per capita income was $12,049. About 12.9% of families and 18.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.4% of those under age 18 and 26.3% of those age 65 or over.


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Eddy Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Eddy Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 322 at the 2000 census.

Eddy Township was named for Frank Eddy, a Minnesota congressman.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 sqmi, of which 34.8 sqmi is land and 0.8 sqmi (2.16%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 322 people, 133 households, and 94 families residing in the township. The population density was 9.2 PD/sqmi. There were 151 housing units at an average density of 4.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.83% White, 0.62% African American, 0.62% Native American, 0.62% Asian, 0.31% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.62% of the population.

There were 133 households, out of which 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.7% were married couples living together, 5.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.6% were non-families. 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.97.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.8% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 22.7% from 25 to 44, 27.3% from 45 to 64, and 19.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $30,357, and the median income for a family was $44,000. Males had a median income of $22,500 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,293. About 6.0% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.1% of those under age 18 and 23.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Falk Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Falk Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 261 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.5 sqmi, of which 36.3 sqmi is land and 0.3 sqmi (0.74%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 261 people, 87 households, and 70 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.2 PD/sqmi. There were 95 housing units at an average density of 2.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 70.88% White, 23.37% Native American, and 5.75% from two or more races.

There were 87 households, out of which 42.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.1% were married couples living together, 14.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.4% were non-families. 17.2% 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 3.00 and the average family size was 3.27.

In the township the population was spread out, with 33.7% under the age of 18, 11.1% from 18 to 24, 26.1% from 25 to 44, 19.9% from 45 to 64, and 9.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $20,313, and the median income for a family was $22,750. Males had a median income of $21,042 versus $13,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $9,554. About 31.9% of families and 32.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 30.7% of those under the age of eighteen and 54.5% of those 65 or over.


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Gonvick, Minnesota

Gonvick is a city in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 263 at the 2020 census. Its peak population was 375 in 1950.

History
A post office called Gonvick has been in operation since 1900. The city was named for Martin O. Gonvick, a pioneer settler and native of Norway.

The children in this area attend Clearbrook-Gonvick School, which is located in Clearbrook, which is approximately a five—minute commute away. The city of Gonvick had a school, which is now converted into a space for the Clearwater Life Center. It now includes a buy and sell, a florist, and numerous classes for varied activities. The Clearbrook Hornets and the Gonvick Bulldogs combined schools in 1992 as the Clearbrook-Gonvick Bears. Elementary students attended school in Gonvick while high school students were in Clearbrook until 2004, when the new school was built in Clearbrook to accommodate all the children.

Perhaps Gonvick's most famous native is Ed Widseth, an All-American tackle for the University of Minnesota and a three-time national champion from 1934 to 1936, who went on to play for the New York Giants and was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.29 sqmi, all land.

Gonvick is along State Highway 92 (MN 92) and County Roads 7, 8, and 9.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 282 people, 128 households, and 79 families residing in the city. The population density was 218.6 PD/sqmi. There were 153 housing units at an average density of 118.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.0% White, 0.4% African American, 4.6% Native American, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4% of the population.

There were 128 households, of which 29.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.7% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.3% were non-families. 35.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 2.82.

The median age in the city was 41.7 years. 24.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.9% were from 25 to 44; 26.2% were from 45 to 64; and 19.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.8% male and 48.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 294 people, 137 households, and 79 families residing in the city. The population density was 223.9 PD/sqmi. There were 154 housing units at an average density of 117.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.50% White, 4.42% Native American, 2.38% from other races, and 1.70% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.40% of the population.

There were 137 households, out of which 24.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.7% were married couples living together, 9.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.3% were non-families. 40.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25.5% 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 2.90.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.8% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 24.5% from 25 to 44, 22.4% from 45 to 64, and 23.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,722, and the median income for a family was $40,417. Males had a median income of $25,000 versus $17,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,650. About 9.9% of families and 12.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 33.3% of those 65 or over.

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Greenwood Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Greenwood Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 96 at the 2000 census.

Greenwood Township was probably named for its woodlands.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 23.7 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 96 people, 35 households, and 28 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.0 PD/sqmi. There were 44 housing units at an average density of 1.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 93.75% White, 1.04% African American, 1.04% Native American, and 4.17% from two or more races.

There were 35 households, out of which 37.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 77.1% were married couples living together, and 20.0% were non-families. 11.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.9% 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 3.04.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.0% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 18.8% from 45 to 64, and 19.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 134.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 140.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $23,125, and the median income for a family was $27,500. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $32,917 for females. The per capita income for the township was $10,259. There were 29.4% of families and 32.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including 38.5% of under eighteens and 22.6% of those over 64.


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Hangaard Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Hangaard Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was five at the 2010 census.

Hangaard Township was named for Gunder G. Hangaard, a pioneer settler and native of Norway.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 22.0 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 8 people, 4 households, and 2 families residing in the township. The population density was 0.4 PD/sqmi. There were 7 housing units at an average density of 0.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 4 households, out of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 25.0% were married couples living together, and 50.0% were non-families. 50.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and none had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.00 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the township the population was spread out, with 37.5% under the age of 18, 37.5% from 25 to 44, 25.0% from 45 to 64,. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 166.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 400.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $50,417, and the median income for a family was $0. Males had a median income of $51,250 versus $0 for females. The per capita income for the township was $30,000. There were no families and 40.0% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.


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Holst Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Holst Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 316 at the 2000 census.

History
Holst Township was originally called Silver Creek Township, and under the latter name was organized in 1899. The present name honors H. J. Hoist, who from 1904 to 1908 was the county sheriff.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 sqmi, of which 35.1 sqmi is land and 0.5 sqmi (1.35%) is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census, there were 316 people, 130 households and 92 families residing in the township. The population density was 9.0 per square mile (3.5/km$2$). There were 151 housing units at an average density of 4.3/sq mi (1.7/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.37% White and 0.63% Native American.

There were 130 households, of which 26.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.3% were married couples living together, 2.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.2% were non-families. 25.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% 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 2.90.

24.4% of the population were under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 31.0% from 45 to 64, and 13.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 113.4 males.

The median household income was $35,313 and the median family income was $41,125. Males had a median income of $22,500 versus $19,643 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,427. About 2.5% of families and 3.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 7.5% of those age 65 or over.


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Itasca Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Itasca Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 136 at the 2000 census.

History
Itasca Township was organized in 1897. The township took its name from Lake Itasca.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 sqmi, of which 34.4 sqmi is land and 1.5 sqmi (4.13%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 136 people, 56 households, and 42 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.0 PD/sqmi. There were 117 housing units at an average density of 3.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 91.18% White, 1.47% African American, 2.21% Native American, 1.47% Asian, 0.74% from other races, and 2.94% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.74% of the population.

There were 56 households, out of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.4% were married couples living together, 1.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.0% were non-families. 19.6% 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 2.43 and the average family size was 2.76.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.3% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 32.4% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $28,750, and the median income for a family was $41,250. Males had a median income of $31,875 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,296. There were 5.3% of families and 8.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 8.3% of those over 64.


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La Prairie Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

La Prairie Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 371 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 107.0 sqmi, of which 99.6 sqmi is land and 7.5 sqmi (6.99%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 371 people, 109 households, and 92 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.7 PD/sqmi. There were 144 housing units at an average density of 1.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 22.10% White, 75.74% Native American, and 2.16% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.70% of the population.

There were 109 households, out of which 44.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.1% were married couples living together, 20.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 14.7% were non-families. 8.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 0.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.40 and the average family size was 3.47.

In the township the population was spread out, with 36.9% under the age of 18, 10.8% from 18 to 24, 25.3% from 25 to 44, 18.6% from 45 to 64, and 8.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 116.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $22,500, and the median income for a family was $22,813. Males had a median income of $22,083 versus $17,083 for females. The per capita income for the township was $11,949. About 38.5% of families and 43.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 53.3% of those under age 18 and 59.3% of those age 65 or over.


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Leon Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Leon Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 345 at the 2000 census.

History
Leon Township was organized in 1897. The township was named for Leon Dickinson, the first white birth within its borders.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 mi2 (92.6 km2), of which 35.4 mi2 (91.6 km2) is land and 0.4 mi2 (1.0 km2) (1.03%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 345 people, 135 households, and 98 families residing in the township. The population density was 9.8 PD/sqmi. There were 148 housing units at an average density of 4.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.26% White and 1.74% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.87% of the population.

There were 135 households, out of which 31.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.9% were married couples living together, 5.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.7% were non-families. 25.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.1% 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 3.08.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.1% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 18.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $39,583. Males had a median income of $32,250 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,669. About 2.0% of families and 8.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 21.4% of those age 65 or over.


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Leonard, Minnesota

Leonard is a city in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 41 at the 2020 census.

History
A post office called Leonard was established in 1899, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1991. The city was named for Leonard French, the son of a pioneer merchant.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.463 sqmi, all land.

Leonard is along State Highway 223 (MN 223) and County Roads 2, 10, 14, and 23.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 41 people, 19 households, and 12 families living in the city. The population density was 93.2 PD/sqmi. There were 21 housing units at an average density of 47.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 19 households, of which 31.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.4% were married couples living together, 15.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.8% were non-families. 36.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.16 and the average family size was 2.83.

The median age in the city was 39.5 years. 24.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 34.1% were from 25 to 44; 14.7% were from 45 to 64; and 19.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.8% male and 51.2% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 29 people, 17 households, and 8 families living in the city. The population density was 64.0 PD/sqmi. There were 19 housing units at an average density of 42.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 17 households, out of which 5.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.2% were married couples living together, and 52.9% were non-families. 52.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 35.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.71 and the average family size was 2.50.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 6.9% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 31.0% from 25 to 44, 10.3% from 45 to 64, and 44.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 62 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $43,750. Males had a median income of $0 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,005. There were no families and 7.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

History
Leonard was incorporated as a village in 1922. The first head of the village council was Nels Strand and the trustees were David Payne, Carl Erickson, and Maurice Johnson. C. O. (Oscar) Lundmark was the city clerk. August Stenlund and John Carlson were justices of the peace and Henry Hagen and Ferd Isackson were the first constables.

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Minerva Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Minerva Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 283 at the 2000 census.

Minerva Township was named for Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 square miles (93.6 km$2$), of which 34.5 square miles (89.4 km$2$) is land and 1.6 square miles (4.2 km$2$) (4.48%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 283 people, 97 households, and 76 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.2 people per square mile (3.2/km$2$). There were 120 housing units at an average density of 3.5/sq mi (1.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 92.93% White, 3.89% Native American, 1.06% Asian, and 2.12% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.71% of the population.

There were 97 households, out of which 38.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.0% were married couples living together, 6.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.6% were non-families. 14.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.92 and the average family size was 3.28.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.7% under the age of 18, 9.2% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,167, and the median income for a family was $43,125. Males had a median income of $38,125 versus $22,083 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,561. About 14.1% of families and 17.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.9% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.


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Moose Creek Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Moose Creek Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 227 at the 2000 census. This township took its name from Moose Creek.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 32.2 square miles (83.4 km$2$), of which 31.7 square miles (82.1 km$2$) is land and 0.5 square mile (1.3 km$2$) (1.55%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 227 people, 96 households, and 64 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.2 people per square mile (2.8/km$2$). There were 110 housing units at an average density of 3.5/sq mi (1.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.24% White and 1.76% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.44% of the population.

There were 96 households, out of which 27.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.5% were married couples living together, 2.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.3% were non-families. 28.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.6% 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 2.88.

In the township the population was spread out, with 22.0% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 22.9% from 25 to 44, 34.4% from 45 to 64, and 15.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,500, and the median income for a family was $50,000. Males had a median income of $35,729 versus $28,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,725. About 4.5% of families and 8.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 14.3% of those 65 or over.


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Nora Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Nora Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 408 at the 2000 census.

Nora Township was named for Knut Nora, a pioneer farmer and native of Norway.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 square miles (93.4 km$2$), of which 35.8 square miles (92.7 km$2$) is land and 0.3 square mile (0.8 km$2$) (0.83%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 408 people, 149 households, and 115 families residing in the township. The population density was 11.4 people per square mile (4.4/km$2$). There were 174 housing units at an average density of 4.9/sq mi (1.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.30% White, 0.74% Native American, and 1.96% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.25% of the population.

There were 149 households, out of which 34.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.4% were married couples living together, 4.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.8% were non-families. 18.1% 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 2.70 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.2% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 23.3% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $31,477, and the median income for a family was $42,500. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $17,188 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,197. About 12.9% of families and 12.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.3% of those under age 18 and 8.1% of those age 65 or over.


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Pine Lake Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Pine Lake Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 414 at the 2010 census.

History
Pine Lake Township was organized in 1897. The township took its name from Pine Lake.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.3 square miles (88.8 km$2$), of which 31.8 square miles (82.3 km$2$) is land and 2.5 square miles (6.5 km$2$) (7.29%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 324 people, 139 households, and 99 families residing in the township. The population density was 10.2 people per square mile (3.9/km$2$). There were 255 housing units at an average density of 8.0/sq mi (3.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.77% White, 0.93% Native American, and 0.31% from two or more races.

There were 139 households, out of which 23.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.7% were married couples living together, 3.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.1% were non-families. 24.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.79.

In the township the population was spread out, with 20.1% under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 23.8% from 25 to 44, 34.3% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $32,500, and the median income for a family was $41,429. Males had a median income of $23,438 versus $19,167 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,815. About 13.3% of families and 15.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under age 18 and 28.9% of those age 65 or over.


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Popple Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Popple Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 564 at the 2000 census.

Popple Township was named after the poplar tree.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 square miles (92.6 km$2$), of which 34.9 square miles (90.3 km$2$) is land and 0.9 square mile (2.4 km$2$) (2.54%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 564 people, 207 households, and 151 families residing in the township. The population density was 16.2 people per square mile (6.2/km$2$). There were 238 housing units at an average density of 6.8/sq mi (2.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 89.01% White, 0.18% African American, 7.09% Native American, 0.35% Asian, 1.06% from other races, and 2.30% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.30% of the population.

There were 207 households, out of which 34.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.3% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.6% were non-families. 20.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.72 and the average family size was 3.16.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.4% under the age of 18, 8.9% from 18 to 24, 23.4% from 25 to 44, 27.8% from 45 to 64, and 10.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,795, and the median income for a family was $39,821. Males had a median income of $28,542 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,611. About 7.5% of families and 12.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.8% of those under age 18 and 18.3% of those age 65 or over.


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Rice Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Rice Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 134 at the 2000 census. Rice Township was named after the Wild Rice River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.4 km$2$), of which 34.9 square miles (90.4 km$2$) is land and 1.1 square miles (3.0 km$2$) (3.19%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 134 people, 56 households, and 39 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.8 people per square mile (1.5/km$2$). There were 101 housing units at an average density of 2.9/sq mi (1.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 86.57% White, 0.75% African American and 12.69% Native American.

There were 56 households, out of which 26.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.7% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.6% were non-families. 26.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.1% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 22.4% from 25 to 44, 26.9% from 45 to 64, and 18.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $19,583, and the median income for a family was $27,500. Males had a median income of $16,875 versus $14,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $10,349. There were 22.9% of families and 34.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including 63.2% of under eighteens and 18.2% of those over 64.


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Rice Lake (CDP), Minnesota

Rice Lake is a census-designated place (CDP) in La Prairie Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States, near Lower Rice Lake. The population was 235 at the 2010 census. It is located within ZIP code 56621 based in Bagley.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census, the CDP has a total area of 10.7 sqmi, of which, 10.4 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi (2.23%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 226 people, 61 households, and 53 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 29.4 PD/sqmi. There were 65 housing units at an average density of 8.5/sq mi (3.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the CDP was 13.27% White, 84.96% Native American, and 1.77% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.54% of the population.

There were 61 households, out of which 42.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.6% were married couples living together, 18.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 13.1% were non-families. 1.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and none had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.70 and the average family size was 3.66.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 37.6% under the age of 18, 11.9% from 18 to 24, 22.6% from 25 to 44, 19.9% from 45 to 64, and 8.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 26 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 120.3 males.

The median income for a household is $22,083, and the median income for a family was $22,813. Males had a median income of $17,500 versus $16,875 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $10,124. About 39.1% of families and 45.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 63.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 50.0% of those 65 or over.

title: Rice Lake (CDP), Minnesota


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Shevlin, Minnesota

Shevlin is a city in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 137 at the 2020 census.

History
Shevlin was founded as a logging camp in the late 19th century. The town was named after Thomas H. Shevlin (1852-1912), a lumber baron. Shevlin resides in Clearwater County which seceded from Beltrami County. Shortly after Shevlin made a bid to be the county seat for the new county but the town's folk were defeated in the general election and the county seat went Bagley. Boasting a robust economy the streets of Shevlin were lined with shops, blacksmiths, saloons, hotels, casinos, brothels, and livery stables, a fire claimed most of these buildings in 1904 and again in 1911. Other businesses have made Shevlin their base of operations as well. They include Shevlin cooperative creamery, the locker plant, a saw mill, The co-op oil station, a box factory, several general, hardware and drug stores, three saloons a couple of restaurants, a newspaper, a millinery, barbershop, and doctors' offices. The local Ojibwe needing a name to call this new community in the area started to call Shevlin as Gwaaba'andaawangaakwa'igaang meaning "at where one is shoveling sand" where "shoveling" was a play on words with the City's English name.

Present day
In 1991 the Shevlin School, built in 1911, closed and the students bused to Bagley. A history museum now occupies the old school building. Shevlin today has two churches, two bars, mini storage and numerous other home based enterprises.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.80 sqmi, all land.

Shevlin is along U.S. Highway 2. It is six miles east of Bagley, and 20 miles west of Bemidji.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 176 people, 71 households, and 44 families residing in the city. The population density was 220.0 PD/sqmi. There were 82 housing units at an average density of 102.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.8% White, 2.3% Native American, 0.6% Pacific Islander, 2.3% from other races, and 5.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.8% of the population.

There were 71 households, of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.4% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 11.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.0% were non-families. Of all households 32.4% were made up of individuals, and 15.5% 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 3.20.

The median age in the city was 39 years. 27.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.1% were from 25 to 44; 28.9% were from 45 to 64; and 9.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.8% male and 47.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 160 people, 69 households, and 40 families residing in the city. The population density was 201.1 PD/sqmi. There were 76 housing units at an average density of 95.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.25% White, 0.62% Native American, and 3.12% from two or more races.

There were 69 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.4% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.0% were non-families. Of all households 33.3% were made up of individuals, and 10.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.0% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 31.9% from 25 to 44, 26.9% from 45 to 64, and 8.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 119.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,000, and the median income for a family was $37,813. Males had a median income of $23,750 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,015. About 6.7% of families and 12.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 8.3% of those 65 or over.

Festivals
Shevlin was the home of the Minnesota's Logging Championships held during a festival known as Sawdust Dayz. The competition pitted both amateur and professional loggers against one another in logging events that included log toss, log rolling, axe throw, bow saw, speed cutting, stock saw, standing block chop, two man bucking saw, power saw and the Jack and Jill Crosscut competition. Part of the Sawdust Dayz celebration included parades, bed races, the nickel pick, a variety of kids games, horseshoe competition, and a battle of area fire departments. Sawdust Dayz began in 1987 a project of SCIP (Shevlin Community Improvement Project).

title: Shevlin, Minnesota


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Shevlin Township, Clearwater County, Minnesota

Shevlin Township is a township in Clearwater County, Minnesota, United States of America. The population was 434 at the 2000 census.

Shevlin Township was named after Thomas Henry Shevlin, a businessman in the lumber industry.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 31.1 square miles (80.4 km$2$), of which 31.0 square miles (80.4 km$2$) is land and 0.04 square mile (0.1 km$2$) (0.10%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 434 people, 148 households, and 122 families residing in the township. The population density was 14.0 people per square mile (5.4/km$2$). There were 157 housing units at an average density of 5.1/sq mi (2.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.31% White, 0.46% Native American, and 0.23% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.23% of the population.

There were 148 households, out of which 41.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.3% were married couples living together, 9.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.9% were non-families. 14.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.89 and the average family size was 3.21.

In the township the population was spread out, with 32.3% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 27.9% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 10.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $31,389, and the median income for a family was $35,694. Males had a median income of $25,417 versus $21,042 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,534. About 9.0% of families and 9.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.4% of those under age 18 and 3.2% of those age 65 or over.