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Wakefield Township, Stearns County, Minnesota

Wakefield Township is a township in Stearns County, Minnesota, United States. The township includes the cities of Cold Spring and Richmond. The population was 2,756 at the 2010 census.

History
Wakefield Township was originally called Springfield Township, and under the latter name was organized in 1858. The present name, adopted in 1870, is in honor of Samuel Wakefield, a county official.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 84.0 sqkm; 77.6 sqkm is land and 6.4 sqkm, or 7.62%, is water.

Wakefield Township is located in Township 123 North of the Arkansas Base Line and Range 30 West of the 5th Principal Meridian.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,103 people, 1,046 households, and 875 families residing in the township. The population density was 100.4 PD/sqmi. There were 1,151 housing units at an average density of 37.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.97% White, 0.48% African American, 0.10% Native American, 0.06% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 1.22% from other races, and 1.13% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.42% of the population.

There were 1,046 households, out of which 43.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.9% were married couples living together, 4.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.3% were non-families. 13.1% 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 2.97 and the average family size was 3.24.

In the township the population was spread out, with 32.1% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 29.9% from 25 to 44, 23.3% from 45 to 64, and 8.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $56,204, and the median income for a family was $58,493. Males had a median income of $38,945 versus $24,583 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,335. About 2.9% of families and 4.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.1% of those under age 18 and 1.1% of those age 65 or over.


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Zion Township, Stearns County, Minnesota

Zion Township is a township in Stearns County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 335 at the 2010 census.

Zion Township was organized in 1867, and named after Mount Zion.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township (T123N R32W) has a total area of 91.8 sqkm, all land.

Zion Township is located in Township 123 North of the Arkansas Base Line and Range 32 West of the 5th Principal Meridian.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 388 people, 125 households, and 103 families residing in the township. The population density was 10.9 people per square mile (4.2/km$2$). There were 127 housing units at an average density of 3.6/sq mi (1.4/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.23% White and 0.77% African American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.55% of the population.

There were 125 households, out of which 47.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.2% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.6% were non-families. 14.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.10 and the average family size was 3.45.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.2% under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 21.1% from 45 to 64, and 9.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 133.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 130.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $45,769, and the median income for a family was $46,750. Males had a median income of $29,063 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,544. About 11.4% of families and 9.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.8% of those under age 18 and 19.4% of those age 65 or over.

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Aurora Township, Steele County, Minnesota

Aurora Township is a township in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 625 at the 2000 census.

Aurora Township was organized in 1857, and named after Aurora, Illinois.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 sqmi, of which 36.0 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi  (0.08%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 625 people, 217 households, and 177 families residing in the township. The population density was 17.4 PD/sqmi. There were 229 housing units at an average density of 6.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.84% White and 0.16% African American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.32% of the population.

There were 217 households, out of which 39.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.4% were married couples living together, 2.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.4% were non-families. 14.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.88 and the average family size was 3.20.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.0% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 23.0% from 45 to 64, and 12.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $45,804, and the median income for a family was $50,625. Males had a median income of $31,750 versus $24,423 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,192. About 4.9% of families and 5.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.0% of those under age 18 and 4.8% of those age 65 or over.


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Berlin Township, Steele County, Minnesota

Berlin Township is a township in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 508 at the census.

Berlin Township was organized in 1857 and named after Berlin, Wisconsin.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.4 sqmi, of which 35.1 sqmi is land and 0.3 sqmi (0.76%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of, there were 508 people, 189 households, and 150 families residing in the township. The population density was 14.5 PD/sqmi. There were 268 housing units at an average density of 7.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.41% White, 0.20% Asian, and 0.39% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.38% of the population.

There were 189 households, out of which 31.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.9% were married couples living together, 2.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.6% were non-families. 18.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.9% 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 3.05.

In the township, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 28.5% from 25 to 44, 26.6% from 45 to 64, and 12.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 119.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $47,083, and the median income for a family was $55,000. Males had a median income of $32,500 versus $25,714 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,764. About 6.3% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.3% of those under age 18 and 7.5% of those age 65 or over.


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Blooming Prairie Township, Steele County, Minnesota

Blooming Prairie Township is a township in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 519 at the 2000 census.

History
Blooming Prairie Township was originally called Oak Glen Township, and under the latter name was organized in 1867. The name was changed to Blooming Prairie in 1873.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.0 sqmi, of which 34.5 sqmi is land and 0.5 sqmi  (1.49%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 519 people, 177 households, and 138 families residing in the township. The population density was 15.1 PD/sqmi. There were 183 housing units at an average density of 5.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.11% White, 0.19% African American, 2.12% Asian, 0.39% from other races, and 0.19% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.35% of the population.

There were 177 households, out of which 45.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.5% were married couples living together, 4.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.0% were non-families. 19.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.2% 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 3.40.

In the township the population was spread out, with 33.1% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 29.5% from 25 to 44, 19.7% from 45 to 64, and 11.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 111.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $45,625, and the median income for a family was $46,500. Males had a median income of $34,375 versus $24,219 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,189. About 9.2% of families and 8.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.0% of those under age 18 and 15.8% of those age 65 or over.


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Clinton Falls Township, Steele County, Minnesota

Clinton Falls Township is a township in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 452 at the 2000 census.

History
Clinton Falls Township was organized in 1858.

The 1894 Clinton Falls Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1997.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 16.1 sqmi, of which 16.1 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi  (0.37%) is water. The Straight River flows northwardly through the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 452 people, 158 households, and 124 families residing in the township. The population density was 28.1 PD/sqmi. There were 164 housing units at an average density of 10.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 91.59% White, 2.43% Asian, 2.43% from other races, and 3.54% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.07% of the population.

There were 158 households, out of which 30.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.2% were married couples living together, 3.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.5% were non-families. 17.7% 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 2.58 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.0% under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 26.8% from 25 to 44, 28.3% from 45 to 64, and 12.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,250, and the median income for a family was $53,000. Males had a median income of $35,250 versus $29,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $24,864. About 2.4% of families and 6.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.8% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Alfred R. Lindesmith, noted sociologist and author of The Addict and the Law, was born in Clinton Falls Township in 1905.


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Deerfield Township, Steele County, Minnesota

Deerfield Township is a township in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 693 at the 2000 census.

History
Deerfield Township was organized in 1858. John S. Biersdorf (1925-2009), farmer, businessman, and politician, was born in Deerfield Township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 sqmi, of which 35.6 sqmi is land and 0.3 sqmi  (0.89%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 693 people, 228 households, and 189 families residing in the township. The population density was 19.5 PD/sqmi. There were 233 housing units at an average density of 6.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.12% White, 0.29% Asian, 0.58% from other races, and 1.01% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.59% of the population.

There were 228 households, out of which 43.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.9% were married couples living together, 3.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.1% were non-families. 14.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.04 and the average family size was 3.37.

In the township the population was spread out, with 32.6% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 23.1% from 45 to 64, and 7.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $52,727, and the median income for a family was $56,333. Males had a median income of $35,893 versus $22,917 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,872. About 1.6% of families and 3.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.8% of those under age 18 and 5.1% of those age 65 or over.


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Ellendale, Minnesota

Ellendale is a city in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 691 at the 2010 census.

History
Ellendale was platted in 1900, and named for Ellen Dale Ives, the wife of a railroad official. A post office has been in operation at Ellendale since 1901.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.96 sqmi, all of it land.

Minnesota State Highway 30 and Interstate 35 are two of the main routes in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 691 people, 296 households, and 190 families residing in the city. The population density was 719.8 PD/sqmi. There were 317 housing units at an average density of 330.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.6% White, 0.3% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 0.9% from other races, and 0.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.5% of the population.

There were 296 households, of which 31.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.3% were married couples living together, 10.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.8% were non-families. 31.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.8% 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 2.89.

The median age in the city was 39.6 years. 24.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.5% were from 25 to 44; 26.6% were from 45 to 64; and 16.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.2% male and 49.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 590 people, 252 households, and 166 families residing in the city. The population density was 662.8 PD/sqmi. There were 260 housing units at an average density of 292.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.98% White, 0.34% Asian, 0.34% from other races, and 0.34% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.36% of the population.

There were 252 households, out of which 30.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.6% were married couples living together, 7.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.1% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 27.3% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,750, and the median income for a family was $50,139. Males had a median income of $31,023 versus $24,306 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,750. About 11.4% of families and 10.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.4% of those under age 18 and 13.0% of those age 65 or over.

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Havana Township, Steele County, Minnesota

Havana Township is a township in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 607 at the 2000 census.

History
Havana Township was originally called Lafayette Township, and under the latter name was organized in 1857. Its name was soon changed to Freeman Township, then Dover Township, until it was finally renamed Havana Township in 1869. The present name is after Havana, Illinois.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 sqmi; 35.0 sqmi is land and 1.0 sqmi (2.75%) is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census, there were 607 people, 224 households and 176 families residing in the township. The population density was 17.3 per square mile (6.7/km$2$). There were 229 housing units at an average density of 6.5/sq mi (2.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.18% White, and 0.82% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.66% of the population.

There were 224 households, of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.8% were married couples living together, 4.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.0% were non-families. 17.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.06.

Age distribution was 28.2% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 27.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.7 males.

The median household income was $52,500, and the median family income was $62,500. Males had a median income of $40,250 versus $26,071 for females. The per capita income for the township was $23,720. None of the families and 1.0% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 6.7% of those over 64.


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Lemond Township, Steele County, Minnesota

Lemond Township is a township in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 510 at the 2000 census.

Lemond Township was organized in 1858.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 sqmi, of which 36.0 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi  (0.08%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 510 people, 185 households, and 145 families residing in the township. The population density was 14.2 /sqmi. There were 192 housing units at an average density of 5.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.43% White, 0.39% Asian, 0.39% from other races, and 0.78% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.78% of the population.

There were 185 households, out of which 34.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.0% were married couples living together, 2.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.1% were non-families. 17.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.76 and the average family size was 3.10.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 28.0% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 124.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $47,708, and the median income for a family was $50,000. Males had a median income of $36,042 versus $25,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,188. About 4.7% of families and 5.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.4% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.


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Medford, Minnesota

Medford is a city in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,239 at the 2010 census.

History
Medford was platted in 1856, and named for Medford Colling, the son of an early settler. A post office has been in operation at Medford since 1855.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.15 sqmi, all land. The Straight River flows through the city.

Interstate 35 and Steele County Roads 1, 12, 22, 23, and 45 are the main routes in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,239 people, 450 households, and 336 families living in the city. The population density was 1077.4 PD/sqmi. There were 470 housing units at an average density of 408.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.3% White, 0.9% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.8% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.

There were 450 households, of which 42.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.4% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 25.3% were non-families. 21.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.19.

The median age in the city was 34.4 years. 31.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 31.2% were from 25 to 44; 21.7% were from 45 to 64; and 10.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.9% male and 49.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 984 people, 377 households, and 275 families living in the city. The population density was 1,444.9 PD/sqmi. There were 388 housing units at an average density of 569.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.00% White, 0.10% African American, 0.10% Native American, 0.61% Asian, 4.37% from other races, and 0.81% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.40% of the population.

There were 377 households, out of which 35.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.2% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.8% were non-families. 21.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.01.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.4% under the age of 18, 10.6% from 18 to 24, 31.3% from 25 to 44, 23.2% from 45 to 64, and 9.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $50,000, and the median income for a family was $55,714. Males had a median income of $31,628 versus $24,318 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,886. About 3.3% of families and 4.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.1% of those under age 18 and 9.8% of those age 65 or over.

Government
Medford, Minnesota is a statutory plan "A" city - it has a weak mayor/city council structure. As of 2022, the mayor of the City of Medford is Danny Thomas. Members of the City Council in 2020 are:  Chad Merritt, Manda Mueller, Chad Langeslag and Grace Bartlett.

Landmarks
The "Medford Bridge" runs over the Medford Park just at the end of Steele County Road 45 entering the city. An apartment complex now occupies the area where one of the oldest school buildings that was used up until 2003. The town had decided that the old school was not large enough for the growing student body and a new school was to be built. The school now sits on the eastern edge of the city. It is presently operating at capacity of nearly 800 students, with many coming from outside the district through open enrollment. On the edge of town is the 1877 Daniel S. Piper House, Minnesota's only surviving example of a New England-style interconnected farmstead. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Notable person

 * Lynn Frazier – (1874–1947), former Governor of North Dakota; first governor ever recalled. Born in Medford.

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Medford Township, Steele County, Minnesota

Medford Township is a township in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 681 at the 2000 census.

Medford Township was organized in 1855, and named for Medford Colling, the son of an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 17.1 square miles (44.4 km2), of which 17.1 square miles (44.2 km2) is land and 0.1 square mile (0.2 km2)  (0.35%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 681 people, 258 households, and 189 families residing in the township. The population density was 39.9 PD/sqmi. There were 261 housing units at an average density of 15.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.50% White, 0.15% African American, 0.15% Native American, 0.15% Asian, 0.88% from other races, and 1.17% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.35% of the population.

There were 258 households, out of which 38.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.1% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.7% were non-families. 20.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.4% 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 3.06.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.8% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 33.9% from 25 to 44, 17.6% from 45 to 64, and 9.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,000, and the median income for a family was $40,000. Males had a median income of $31,944 versus $20,714 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,890. About 4.1% of families and 4.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under age 18 and 2.8% of those age 65 or over.


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Meriden Township, Steele County, Minnesota

Meriden Township is a township in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 631 at the 2000 census.

History
Meriden Township was organized in 1858, and named after Meriden, Connecticut.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 square miles (93.7 km2), of which 36.1 square miles (93.5 km2) is land and 0.1 square mile (0.2 km2) (0.19%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 631 people, 224 households, and 172 families residing in the township. The population density was 17.5 PD/sqmi. There were 231 housing units at an average density of 6.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.89% White, 0.79% Asian, and 0.32% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.16% of the population.

There were 224 households, out of which 33.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.1% were married couples living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.8% were non-families. 15.2% 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 2.82 and the average family size was 3.14.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.3% under the age of 18, 10.3% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 14.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $51,477, and the median income for a family was $55,625. Males had a median income of $34,286 versus $24,545 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,162. About 2.8% of families and 4.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.0% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Hiram Drache, historian-in-residence at Concordia College, Moorhead, Minnesota and author on agriculture and the history of North Dakota.


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Merton Township, Steele County, Minnesota

Merton Township is a township in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 380 at the 2000 census. The unincorporated community of Merton is located within the township. The unincorporated community of Moland is partially located within the township.

History
Merton Township was originally called Orion Township, and under the latter name was organized in 1858. The name was changed to Merton Township in 1862.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 mi2, of which 35.8 mi2 is land and 0.1 mi2  (0.28%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 380 people, 140 households, and 110 families residing in the township. The population density was 10.6 /sqmi. There were 159 housing units at an average density of 4.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 95.00% White, 0.26% African American, 1.32% from other races, and 3.42% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.26% of the population.

There were 140 households, out of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.9% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.4% were non-families. 17.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.09.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.6% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 22.4% from 45 to 64, and 16.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $52,875, and the median income for a family was $55,250. Males had a median income of $32,375 versus $23,125 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,321. About 1.0% of families and 2.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.9% of those under age 18 and 1.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Owatonna, Minnesota

Owatonna is a city and the county seat of Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 26,420 at the 2020 census. Owatonna is home to the Steele County Fairgrounds, which hosts the Steele County Free Fair in August.

Interstate 35 and U.S. Highways 14 and 218 are three of the main routes in the city.

History
Owatonna was first settled in 1853 around the Straight River. The community was named after the Straight River, which in the Dakota language is Wakpá Owóthaŋna. A popular, but apocryphal, story is that the town is named after "Princess Owatonna", the daughter of local Native American Chief Wabena who was supposedly healed by a nearby spring's magic waters, which were said to be rich in iron and sulfur. The earliest the Owatonna area was settled was in 1854. It was platted in September 1855, incorporated as a town on August 9, 1858, and as a city on February 23, 1865.

In 1856, Josef Karel Kaplan emigrated from the village of Dlouhá Třebová, southeast of Prague, Bohemia (now the Czech Republic), and selected a quarter section [160 acre] of land near the town of Owatonna. Kaplan described Owatonna as having just 50 small homes, but predicted 100 within a year, along with a railroad. With just four stores and a pharmacy, Owatonna quickly prospered and grew to 1,500 inhabitants in just 5 years. Kaplan wrote about the Owatonna area in letters donated to the Minnesota Historical Society. In them, he described often seeing the indigenous people with "tough constitutions...brown skin and good dispositions", adding: "When you read about battles between whites and Indians, it is the whites who are to blame." In 1866, Kaplan helped organize the Catholic cemetery, and a year later, the Bohemian National Cemetery of Owatonna.

Kaplan's Woods is part of the land originally owned by Josef Kaplan, and later Victor and Anna Kaplan. The State of Minnesota created Kaplan's Wood State Park, which was later transferred to the City of Owatonna. The Kaplan's Woods Parkway contains over 6 mi of hiking and cross country skiing trails, and nearly 2 mi of hard-surfaced, handicapped-accessible trail. The parkway includes Lake Kohlmier, a 35 acre lake.

The Minnesota State Public School for Dependent and Neglected Children was built in 1886. The school took in orphans from around the state and taught them "the value of drill, discipline, and labor." The children who died in the institution were interred in the Children's Cemetery behind the school. In 1945, the orphanage closed and in 1947 the State Public School was officially abolished and all its lands, buildings, property, and funds were transferred to the newly established the Owatonna State School, which provided academic and vocational training for the developmentally disabled. The Owatonna State School was closed June 30, 1970. In 1974, the City purchased the compound for its office space. Renamed "West Hills," it continues to serve as the City's administration complex and home to many nonprofit civic organizations including a senior activity center, the Owatonna Arts Center, two nonprofit daycare centers, a chemical dependency halfway house, and Big Brothers/Big Sisters, among others.

In July 2008, a Raytheon Hawker 800 corporate jet crashed near Owatonna, resulting in eight deaths.

On November 3, 2015, the Owatonna Public School District passed a bond referendum to fund school facilities improvements focusing on deferred maintenance, safety, and Elementary school crowding. As a result, the school district received $77.9 million to repair all buildings, replace out-of-date equipment, update security in all seven public school buildings, switch the use for two school buildings, and reconfigure grades from K-5, 6, 7-8, 9-12 to K-5, 6-8, 9-12. All facility changes and projects were completed by September 2018.

On November 5, 2019, Owatonna voters approved a referendum, allowing the school district 104 million dollars in bond authority to build a new Owatonna High School. A smaller bond was also approved for the redevelopment of the old OHS site. The new high school, a 317,000 square foot building, located in south eastern Owatonna, broke ground on May 6, 2021, and opened to students on September 5, 2023. A public grand opening ceremony was held on September 23, 2023.

The Steele County Historical Society "preserves Steele County's past, shares the county's stories, and connects people with history in meaningful ways, for today and for tomorrow." Established in 1949 to preserve the history of Steele County, it has become one of the largest and most prestigious historical societies in the state. In 1962, the Society permanently leased part of the southeast section of the fairgrounds to begin a pioneer village, the Village of Yesteryear, which has grown in the years since through the additional move of historic structures, as well as museum buildings built on site.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 14.62 sqmi; 14.53 sqmi is land and 0.09 sqmi is water. The oldest part of the city (including the downtown area) is on a low-lying area on the eastern bank of the Straight River, extending towards the south from Maple Creek. The city has grown in all directions, and now lies on both sides of the river, as well as above the ridge north of Maple Creek. Significant growth in recent years has occurred to the northeast, where homes have been built along the ravine of Maple Creek as well as alongside Brooktree Golf Course, to the north, and to the southeast. Geographical landmarks of note include Kaplan's Woods, a hardwood nature preserve on the southern border of the city; Cinder Hill, a steep 60-foot hill on Linn Avenue overlooking downtown that local athletes use for training; the Straight River dam, originally used to power a mill and now reconstructed to include a fish ladder; and the Forest Hill Cemetery, an old wooded cemetery on the ridge north of Maple Creek that marks the boundary between the oldest parts of the city and more recent developments.

Record rainfall events from September 22 to 24, 2010, caused flooding of the Straight River and Maple Creek in and near Owatonna, with developments in the floodplains of both streams completely inundated.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 25,599 people, 10,068 households, and 6,737 families resided in the city. The population density was 1761.8 PD/sqmi. There were 10,724 housing units at an average density of 738.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.2% White, 3.8% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 2.2% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.3% of the population.

There were 10,068 households, of which 34.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.9% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.1% were non-families. 27.9% 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 2.49 and the average family size was 3.05.

The median age in the city was 37.2 years. 26.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.3% were from 25 to 44; 25.5% were from 45 to 64; and 13.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.8% male and 51.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, 22,434 people, 8,704 households, and 5,936 families resided in the city. The population density was 1,779.9 PD/sqmi. There were 8,940 housing units at an average density of 709.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.09% White, 1.56% African American, 0.13% Native American, 0.99% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 1.92% from other races, and 1.27% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.31% of the population.

There were 8,704 households, of which 35.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.5% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.8% were non-families. 26.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.1% under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 29.8% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 12.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35. For every 100 females, there were 95.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $45,660, and the median income for a family was $54,883. Males had a median income of $37,691 versus $25,511 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,513. About 4.3% of families and 6.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.9% of those under 18 and 6.9% of those 65 or over.

Economy
Owatonna is an economic center of Southern Minnesota, with diverse industries. Federated Insurance is the largest employer, with 1,521 employees, followed by an expanding Viracon, which has 1,434 employees. Both have their corporate headquarters in Owatonna. Other large employers in the community are Bosch, Jostens, Gopher Sport, Brunswick Corporation (Cybex International), Daikin Industries, Owatonna Public Utilities, AmesburyTruth, ISD 761, Wenger Corporation, Owatonna Clinic - Mayo Health System, and Owatonna Hospital - Allina Hospitals & Clinics.

Arts and culture
In 1974, the City of Owatonna purchased the campus of the former Minnesota State Public School for Dependent and Neglected Children, which had been in operation from 1886 until 1945. The site was renamed West Hills, and now serves as an administrative center for the City of Owatonna, as well as housing several nonprofit organizations in the various historic buildings, including the Owatonna Arts Center. Little Theatre of Owatonna has called Merrill Hall in the West hills their home since 1966

The ongoing practical joke Pesky Pants took place in Owatonna between 1965 and 1989

National Farmers Bank
In the middle of Owatonna's downtown is the National Farmer's Bank, widely recognized as one of the premier examples of the Prairie School of architecture in America. Designed by Louis Sullivan, the building was finished in 1908 and features gold leaf arches, stained-glass windows, and nouveau Baroque art designs, all still in pristine condition. It is a national landmark on the National Register of Historic Places and functions as a branch of Wells Fargo Bank.

State School Museum
The State School Museum is at West Hills on the grounds of the former Minnesota State School for Dependent and Neglected Children.

Sports
The Steele County Blades is a junior hockey team that plays at Four Seasons Center and is a member of the Minnesota Junior Hockey League. Although having a similar name and logo, this team is unrelated to the former Southern Minnesota Express, which relocated to Michigan to become the Motor City Machine. The Express began play in the 2008-2009 season, and completed its final season in March 2011.

Government
Owatonna is governed by a mayor and city council. City Council of Owatonna, MN

City council
 * Mayor: Thomas A. Kuntz
 * Council member at large: Doug Voss
 * Council member at large: Daniel Boeke
 * First Ward: Nathan Dotson
 * Second Ward: Greg Schultz
 * Third Ward: Dave Burbank
 * Fourth Ward: Kevin P. Raney
 * Fifth Ward: Brent Svenby

The city is in Minnesota's 24th Senate District, represented by John Jasinski, a Republican. District 24 includes portions of Steele, Rice and Waseca and Dodge counties in the southeastern part of the state. Owatonna is in House District 24A, represented by State Representative John Petersburg, a Republican, since 2012.

Owatonna is in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Brad Finstad, a Republican.

Public schools
Public education is provided by Independent School District No. 761

Elementary schools

 * Lincoln Elementary, grades K-5
 * McKinley Elementary, grades K-5
 * Washington Elementary, grades K-5
 * Wilson Elementary, grades K-5

Middle school

 * Owatonna Middle School, grades 6-8

High school

 * Owatonna Senior High School, grades 9-12
 * Owatonna Alternative Learning Center (ALC), grades 7-12

Private schools

 * Owatonna Christian School, grades K-12
 * St. Marys Catholic School, grades K-8
 * Marian Catholic High School, 1958-1975
 * Pillsbury Baptist Bible College, 1886-2008

Higher education

 * Riverland Community College

Past schools

 * "Old" Lincoln Elementary School, 1885-1951
 * Roosevelt Elementary School, 1919-1980
 * Jefferson Elementary School, early 1900s-1970
 * First Owatonna High School, 1871-1882
 * Second Owatonna High School, 1883-1921
 * Third Owatonna High School, 1921-2023
 * Minnesota State School for Dependent and Neglected Children, 1887-1945
 * Owatonna State School, 1947-1970
 * Willow Creek Intermediate School, 1990-2017
 * Owatonna Junior High school 1965-2017

Owatonna Art Education Project
In Owatonna was the Owatonna Art Education Project.

Film location
Parts of the 1995 movie Angus were filmed in and around Owatonna, including Owatonna Senior High School, its football team, and marching band.

Much of the 2014 silent film The Root of Evil was shot on location in Owatonna, most notably at the Owatonna Senior High School and the Gainey Center. Produced by a cast and crew of over 60 Owatonna High School students, the film has received 10 awards at over eight film festivals on the international circuit. Memorabilia from the film is set to be on display in the high school museum.

Transportation
Local bus service in Owatonna is provided by SMART. SMART operates one deviated fixed route and paratransit service.

Notable people

 * Ken Christianson, artist and musician, graduate of Owatonna Senior High
 * Masanori Mark Christianson, art director and musician, graduate of Owatonna Senior High
 * Lillian Colton, crop artist
 * Casey Driessen, fiddler
 * Elijah Easton, farmer and member of the Minnesota House of Representatives
 * Arthur Fry, co-creator of the Post-it Note, born in Owatonna
 * Theodore Marcus Hansen, Lutheran pastor and educator, pastor in Owatonna from 1948 to 1952
 * Mike Hegstrand, professional wrestler, Hawk born in Owatonna
 * Noel Jenke, NFL player
 * Felix Kaplan, member of the Minnesota House of Representatives
 * William R. Kinyon early member of the Minnesota House of Representatives
 * Don Laughlin, founder of the resort town of Laughlin, Nevada
 * Drew C. MacEwen, state representative in Washington state
 * Charles Edward Magoon, politician, lawyer, judge, and diplomat
 * E.G. Marshall, actor known as unflappable Juror #4 in 12 Angry Men
 * Craig Minowa, lead singer of Cloud Cult
 * Tom Moore, NFL coach
 * Harold S. Nelson, Minnesota state senator and lawyer
 * Fred L. Peterson, mayor of Portland, Oregon, from 1953 to 1956
 * Connie Ruth, Minnesota state representative
 * Tom J. Shea, Minnesota state legislator and businessman
 * Clifford C. Sommer, Minnesota state senator and businessman
 * Amy Tanner, psychologist who wrote Studies in Spiritism, born in Owatonna
 * Sean Tillman a.k.a. Har Mar Superstar, raised in Owatonna
 * Evan S. Tyler, North Dakota State Representative
 * Harry Williams, songwriter, director for Mack Sennett
 * Travis Wiuff, a.k.a. "Diesel", MMA fighter, UFC
 * Adam Young, a.k.a. Owl City, co-founder of Windsor Airlift
 * William C. Zamboni, Minnesota state senator and mayor of Owatonna

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Owatonna Township, Steele County, Minnesota

Owatonna Township is a township in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 771 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 25.1 square miles (65.1 km$2$), of which 25.1 square miles (65.0 km$2$) is land and 0.04 square mile (0.1 km$2$)  (0.12%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 771 people, 289 households, and 221 families residing in the township. The population density was 30.7 PD/sqmi. There were 302 housing units at an average density of 12.0/sq mi (4.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 96.24% White, 1.82% Asian, 0.26% from other races, and 1.69% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.33% of the population.

There were 289 households, out of which 35.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.4% were married couples living together, 5.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.2% were non-families. 18.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.9% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $51,250, and the median income for a family was $54,327. Males had a median income of $35,568 versus $29,167 for females. The per capita income for the township was $24,037. About 2.7% of families and 2.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.1% of those under age 18 and 4.7% of those age 65 or over.


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Somerset Township, Steele County, Minnesota

Somerset Township is a township in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 847 at the 2000 census.

Somerset Township was organized in 1858.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.1 km$2$), of which 35.9 square miles (93.0 km$2$) is land and 0.04 square mile (0.1 km$2$)  (0.11%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 847 people, 301 households, and 250 families residing in the township. The population density was 23.6 people per square mile (9.1/km$2$). There were 313 housing units at an average density of 8.7/sq mi (3.4/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.76% White, and 0.24% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.24% of the population.

There were 301 households, out of which 41.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.4% were married couples living together, 5.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.9% were non-families. 15.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.81 and the average family size was 3.12.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.3% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 30.5% from 25 to 44, 24.1% from 45 to 64, and 9.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $55,938, and the median income for a family was $57,344. Males had a median income of $33,250 versus $23,977 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,704. About 3.1% of families and 3.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.7% of those under age 18 and 5.1% of those age 65 or over.


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Summit Township, Steele County, Minnesota

Summit Township is a township in Steele County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 515 at the 2000 census.

Summit Township was organized in 1858, and named for a relatively high point of elevation atop a drainage divide.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.1 km$2$), of which 35.9 square miles (93.0 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 515 people, 175 households, and 145 families residing in the township. The population density was 14.3 people per square mile (5.5/km$2$). There were 180 housing units at an average density of 5.0/sq mi (1.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.61% White, 0.19% Asian, and 0.19% from two or more races.

There were 175 households, out of which 40.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.3% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.6% were non-families. 14.3% 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 2.94 and the average family size was 3.25.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.5% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 26.6% from 25 to 44, 24.3% from 45 to 64, and 12.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $38,958, and the median income for a family was $39,896. Males had a median income of $29,063 versus $23,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,977. About 8.8% of families and 9.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.3% of those under age 18 and 18.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Alberta, Minnesota

Alberta is a city in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 94 at the 2020 census.

History
A post office called Alberta has been in operation since 1896. The city was named for Alberta Lindsey, the wife of an early settler. The city contains one property listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the 1917 Alberta Teachers House.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.263 sqmi, all land.

Minnesota State Highway 28 serves as a main route in the community.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 103 people, 41 households, and 32 families residing in the city. The population density was 381.5 PD/sqmi. There were 51 housing units at an average density of 188.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 41 households, of which 22.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.4% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 22.0% were non-families. 19.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51, and the average family size was 2.84.

The median age in the city was 46.5 years. 22.3% of residents were under the age of 18, 3.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24, 23.3% were from 25 to 44, 34.9% were from 45 to 64, and 15.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.4% male and 46.6% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 142 people, 52 households, and 42 families residing in the city. The population density was 513.2 PD/sqmi. There were 56 housing units at an average density of 202.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 52 households, out of which 40.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.4% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.2% were non-families. 19.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.73 and the average family size was 3.10.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.7% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 21.1% from 45 to 64, and 12.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $43,500, and the median income for a family was $44,000. Males had a median income of $29,250 versus $20,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,296. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

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Baker Township, Stevens County, Minnesota

Baker Township is a township in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 265 at the 2000 census.

History
Baker Township originally had the name Potsdam Township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 sqmi, of which 35.4 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi (0.45%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 265 people, 61 households, and 43 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.5 /sqmi. There were 68 housing units at an average density of 1.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.62% White and 0.38% Asian.

There were 61 households, out of which 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.2% were married couples living together, 1.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.5% were non-families. 26.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.26.

In the township the population was spread out, with 17.0% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 13.6% from 25 to 44, 14.3% from 45 to 64, and 50.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 66 years. For every 100 females, there were 68.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 66.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $23,125, and the median income for a family was $31,875. Males had a median income of $35,833 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,426. About 24.2% of families and 24.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.9% of those under the age of eighteen and 30.6% of those 65 or over.


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Chokio, Minnesota

Chokio is a city in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 404 at the 2020 census.

History
Chokio is a name derived from the Dakota language meaning "the middle".

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.47 sqmi, all land. The name is derived from the native Lakota word for half-way, as it was a halfway stop on the Pony Express route between the towns of Morris and Graceville.

Minnesota State Highway 28 serves as a main route in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 400 people, 207 households, and 116 families residing in the city. The population density was 851.1 PD/sqmi. There were 229 housing units at an average density of 487.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.0% White, 0.3% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.5% of the population.

There were 207 households, of which 15.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.8% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.0% were non-families. 41.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.93 and the average family size was 2.56.

The median age in the city was 55.4 years. 16% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.1% were from 25 to 44; 28.4% were from 45 to 64; and 34.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.5% male and 53.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 443 people, 201 households, and 136 families residing in the city. The population density was 895.8 PD/sqmi. There were 239 housing units at an average density of 483.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.55% White, and 0.45% from two or more races.

There were 201 households, out of which 24.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.7% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.3% were non-families. 28.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.4% 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 2.69.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.5% under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 17.4% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 28.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,107, and the median income for a family was $45,268. Males had a median income of $30,179 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,891. About 4.4% of families and 5.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 12.4% of those age 65 or over.

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Darnen Township, Stevens County, Minnesota

Darnen Township is a township in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 325 at the 2000 census.

History
The first permanent settlement at Darnen Township was made in 1866.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.2 sqmi, of which 32.8 sqmi is land and 0.3 sqmi (0.99%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 325 people, 105 households, and 91 families residing in the township. The population density was 9.9 PD/sqmi. There were 106 housing units at an average density of 3.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 105 households, out of which 38.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 81.9% were married couples living together, 1.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 13.3% were non-families. 9.5% 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 3.10 and the average family size was 3.32.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 9.2% from 18 to 24, 25.8% from 25 to 44, 24.9% from 45 to 64, and 13.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $51,875, and the median income for a family was $56,250. Males had a median income of $29,063 versus $24,464 for females. The per capita income for the township was $22,645. About 2.2% of families and 3.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty-five or over.


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Donnelly, Minnesota

Donnelly is a city in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 221 at the 2020 census.

History
Donnelly was originally called Douglas, and under the latter name was laid out in 1872. The present name is in honor of Ignatius L. Donnelly, a U.S. Congressman from Minnesota. A post office called Donnelly has been in operation since 1876.

The annual Donnelly Threshing Bee was first held in 1965.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.08 sqmi, of which 2.76 sqmi is land and 0.32 sqmi is water.

Minnesota State Highway 9 serves as a main route in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 241 people, 113 households, and 72 families residing in the city. The population density was 87.3 PD/sqmi. There were 125 housing units at an average density of 45.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 113 households, of which 22.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.2% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.3% were non-families. 28.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.13 and the average family size was 2.63.

The median age in the city was 50.1 years. 17.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.7% were from 25 to 44; 27.5% were from 45 to 64; and 29.9% 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 254 people, 114 households, and 71 families residing in the city. The population density was 92.2 PD/sqmi. There were 121 housing units at an average density of 43.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.03% White, 0.79% Native American, 1.18% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.18% of the population.

There were 114 households, out of which 27.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.9% were married couples living together, 1.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.7% were non-families. 31.6% 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 2.23 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.0% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 20.1% from 45 to 64, and 22.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,972, and the median income for a family was $41,250. Males had a median income of $33,125 versus $13,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $22,523. About 2.7% of families and 2.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 11.8% of those 65 or over.

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Donnelly Township, Stevens County, Minnesota

Donnelly Township is a township in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 113 at the 2000 census.

Donnelly Township was named for Ignatius L. Donnelly, a U.S. Congressman from Minnesota.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.1 sqmi, of which 33.3 sqmi is land and 0.7 sqmi (2.11%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 113 people, 51 households, and 31 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.4 PD/sqmi. There were 53 housing units at an average density of 1.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 51 households, out of which 15.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.9% were married couples living together, 3.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.3% were non-families. 31.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the township the population was spread out, with 17.7% under the age of 18, 3.5% from 18 to 24, 19.5% from 25 to 44, 28.3% from 45 to 64, and 31.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50 years. For every 100 females, there were 130.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 138.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $44,750, and the median income for a family was $44,750. Males had a median income of $40,417 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $23,295. There were 5.4% of families and 11.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including 42.1% of under eighteens and 5.9% of those over 64.


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Eldorado Township, Stevens County, Minnesota

Eldorado Township is a township in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 109 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 sqmi, of which 35.8 sqmi is land and 0.3 sqmi (0.75%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 109 people, 39 households, and 32 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.0 PD/sqmi. There were 41 housing units at an average density of 1.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 39 households, out of which 35.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 79.5% were married couples living together, 2.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 15.4% were non-families. 15.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.79 and the average family size was 3.12.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 18, 9.2% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 124.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $58,125, and the median income for a family was $59,375. Males had a median income of $35,313 versus $29,583 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,789. There were 12.8% of families and 13.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including 14.3% of under eighteens and 10.0% of those over 64.


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Framnas Township, Stevens County, Minnesota

Framnas Township is a township in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 318 at the 2000 census.

Framnas Township was originally built up chiefly by Scandinavians. The township's first name was Scandia, after the first post office with the same name. The first postmaster and the creator of the name "Scandia" was the Norwegian Thomas Thomason, who immigrated to the US in 1861 from Arendal Norway. He moved to Stevens County in 1867 as the third settler. As a postmaster, he was the first public official in Stevens County.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 sqmi, of which 33.4 sqmi is land and 2.7 sqmi (7.43%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 318 people, 114 households, and 98 families residing in the township. The population density was 9.5 PD/sqmi. There were 123 housing units at an average density of 3.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.74% White, 0.63% Asian, and 0.63% from two or more races.

There were 114 households, out of which 36.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 83.3% were married couples living together, 1.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 13.2% were non-families. 10.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.79 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.4% under the age of 18, 4.4% from 18 to 24, 23.0% from 25 to 44, 31.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $45,750, and the median income for a family was $46,500. Males had a median income of $32,500 versus $21,042 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,943. About 2.2% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.1% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.


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Hancock, Minnesota

Hancock is a city in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 863 at the 2020 census.

History
Hancock was laid out in 1871 when the Great Northern Railway was extended to that point. The city was named for Joseph Woods Hancock, a county official. A post office has been in operation at Hancock since 1871.

Geography
Hancock is a city in Stevens County, Minnesota. Minnesota Highway 9 serves as a main route in the community. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.0 square miles (2.6 km2), of which 1.00% is water. The elevation is 1,155 ft (352 m) above sea level.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 765 people, 302 households, and 197 families residing in the city. The population density was 772.7 PD/sqmi. There were 334 housing units at an average density of 337.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.8% White, 0.5% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 1.2% from other races, and 0.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.7% of the population.

There were 302 households, of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.6% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.8% were non-families. 29.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 3.09.

The median age in the city was 34.4 years. 27.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.7% were from 25 to 44; 24.7% were from 45 to 64; and 12.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.3% male and 47.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 717 people, 294 households, and 186 families residing in the city. The population density was 724.5 PD/sqmi. There were 325 housing units at an average density of 328.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.19% White, 0.14% African American (one African American resident), 0.14% Native American (one Native American), 0.28% Asian (two Asians), and 1.26% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.28% of the population.

There were 294 households, out of which 30.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.1% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.4% were non-families. Some 32.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 3.01.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 23.2% from 45 to 64, and 19.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,583, and the median income for a family was $40,938. Males had a median income of $30,446 versus $20,114 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,012. About 2.7% of families and 8.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 7.5% of those age 65 or over.

Annual cultural events
Hancock holds an annual community celebration every July 4. The celebration has been held since the 1870s and includes baseball, parades, dances and fireworks.

Education
Hancock Public Schools are part of the Hancock Public School District. Schools in the district include Hancock Elementary School and Hancock High School. The average class size is around 12 to 25 students and has been growing in recent years. The building that houses the K-12 school was expanded in 2012 and in 2020.

Transportation
Minnesota State Highway 9 serves as a main route in the community.

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Hodges Township, Stevens County, Minnesota

Hodges Township is a township in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 264 at the 2000 census.

Hodges Township was named for Leonard Bacon Hodges, who was credited with planting many trees in the region.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.5 sqmi, of which 34.2 sqmi is land and 1.3 sqmi (3.75%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 264 people, 86 households, and 73 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.7 PD/sqmi. There were 93 housing units at an average density of 2.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.24% White, and 0.76% from two or more races.

There were 86 households, out of which 39.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 82.6% were married couples living together, 1.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 14.0% were non-families. 11.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.07 and the average family size was 3.31.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.5% under the age of 18, 9.8% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 11.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $50,833, and the median income for a family was $51,250. Males had a median income of $31,000 versus $21,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $25,367. About 2.5% of families and 1.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty five or over.


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Horton Township, Stevens County, Minnesota

Horton Township is a township in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 210 at the 2000 census.

Horton Township was named for William T. Horton, an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 sqmi, of which 35.8 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi (0.22%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 210 people, 63 households, and 51 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.9 PD/sqmi. There were 68 housing units at an average density of 1.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.10% White, 0.95% African American, and 0.95% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.95% of the population.

There were 63 households, out of which 50.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 81.0% were married couples living together, 1.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.5% were non-families. 17.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.33 and the average family size was 3.83.

In the township the population was spread out, with 37.6% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 18.1% from 45 to 64, and 7.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 29 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $43,750, and the median income for a family was $45,313. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $20,938 for females. The per capita income for the township was $13,299. About 3.1% of families and 4.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.5% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.


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Moore Township, Stevens County, Minnesota

Moore Township is a township in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 252 at the 2000 census.

Moore Township bears the surname of an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.3 square miles (91.5 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 252 people, 81 households, and 69 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.1 people per square mile (2.8/km$2$). There were 83 housing units at an average density of 2.4/sq mi (0.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 81 households, out of which 44.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 82.7% were married couples living together, 1.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 13.6% were non-families. 8.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.11 and the average family size was 3.31.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.7% under the age of 18, 10.7% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 23.4% from 45 to 64, and 8.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 123.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $44,583, and the median income for a family was $47,500. Males had a median income of $34,375 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,001. About 2.9% of families and 2.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty five or over.


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Morris, Minnesota

Morris is a city and the county seat of Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 5,105 at the 2020 census.

Morris is surrounded by some of the nation's richest agricultural land, and agribusiness is important to the local economy. Headquartered in Morris, Riverview LLP is Minnesota's largest dairy milking operation and one of the largest in the nation. Other large economic contributors are beef feedlots and swine producers, manufacturing, education, and healthcare industries.

The town is home to the University of Minnesota Morris (UMM), part of the University of Minnesota system. It was established as a public college in 1960 on the grounds of a former industrial school for Native Americans. Today the campus has a population of approximately 1,900 and is ranked as a "Top 10 Public Liberal Arts College" by U.S. News & World Report and one of "America's Top Colleges" by Forbes.

History
Morris was platted in 1869 and named for Charles A. Morris, a railroad official. A post office has been in operation at Morris since 1871. It was incorporated as a city in 1902.

The federal government and state in the 19th century had programs to assimilate Native Americans to the majority culture. The Sisters of Mercy Roman Catholic order, led by Mary Joseph Lynch, established a boarding school for Indians in Morris, operating it from 1887 to 1896 under contract to the federal government. Initially, most students came from the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians, which had many Catholic converts. The Morris Industrial School for Indians was to prepare students for jobs in the industrializing culture.

The federal government then appointed staff to manage the school into the early 20th century, before transferring it to the state. After the state took over the school in the early 20th century for general education, it taught agricultural topics. Agriculture has continued to be a major part of the economy. In 1909 the University of Minnesota established the West Central School of Agriculture (WCSA), and Morris closed.

When the state announced a phase-out plan for Morris and similar agricultural schools, a grassroots citizens' movement convinced the state to establish a public college on the Morris campus. In the fall of 1960, the University of Minnesota Morris opened to students seeking a liberal arts education. It has been ranked a "Top 10 Public Liberal Arts College" by U.S. News & World Report and one of "America's Top Colleges" by Forbes.

The city contains five properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places: the 1881 Lewis H. Stanton House, the 1899 Morris Industrial School for Indians Dormitory, the 1905 Morris Carnegie Library, and the early-20th-century West Central School of Agriculture and Experiment Station Historic District. Morris High School, begun in 1914, is also listed, even though it was demolished in 2013.

The 1975 Morris earthquake occurred on July 9, and was the state's largest 20th-century earthquake, rated at 4.6 Mn. On June 4, 1993, another quake slightly shook the community. This one measured 4.1 in magnitude and was the third-largest earthquake in Minnesota in the 20th century.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, Morris has an area of 5.02 sqmi; 4.80 sqmi is land and 0.22 sqmi is water. Lake Crystal is in the southwestern part of town; the Pomme de Terre River flows through the town's eastern extremity. U.S. Highway 59 and Minnesota State Highways 9 and 28 are three of the main routes in the town.

Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Morris has a warm-summer humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfb" on climate maps. The hottest temperature recorded in Morris was 109 F on July 18, 1940, while the coldest temperature recorded was -41 F on February 16, 1936.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 5,286 people, 1,986 households, and 1,021 families residing in the city. The population density was 1101.3 PD/sqmi. There were 2,199 housing units at an average density of 458.1 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 90.9% White, 1.3% African American, 1.5% Native American, 2.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.1% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.

There were 1,986 households, of which 23.6% had children under age 18 living with them, 41.7% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 48.6% were non-families. 35.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.4% had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.87.

The median age in the city was 26.5. 17.7% of residents were under 18; 30.8% were between 18 and 24; 17.4% were from 25 to 44; 18.1% were from 45 to 64; and 16.1% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.6% male and 53.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 5,068 people, 1,929 households, and 985 families residing in Morris. The population density was 1,183.2 PD/sqmi. There were 2,067 housing units at an average density of 482.6 /mi2. The town's racial makeup was 93.63% White, 1.76% African American, 1.22% Native American, 1.54% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.63% from other races, and 1.20% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.48% of the population.

There were 1,929 households, of which 23.4% had children under 18 living with them, 42.0% were married couples living together, 6.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 48.9% were non-families. 36.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.7% had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the town the population was spread out, with 16.7% under 18, 34.2% from 18 to 24, 19.0% from 25 to 44, 13.9% from 45 to 64, and 16.2% who were 65 or older. The median age was 24. For every 100 females, there were 85.9 males. For every 100 females 18 and over, there were 82.6 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $31,786, and the median income for a family was $46,556. Males had a median income of $34,323 versus $22,338 for females. The per capita income was $16,607. About 8.4% of families and 22.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.6% of those under 18 and 14.9% of those 65 or over.

Economy
Agribusiness contributes to the economy, as the region is still mostly rural. The state university is a major employer at its three facilities.

Manufacturer Superior Industries employs about 800 people at its two plants in town. A majority of Superior's workforce is skilled in engineering or fabrication. The company manufactures steel conveyors and storage tanks for industries handling dry bulk, fuels and gases. In 2008, Inc. magazine ranked Superior Industries as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.

Higher education
The University of Minnesota Morris (UMM) is one of five campuses in the University of Minnesota system. It was established as a public college in 1960, on the grounds of the Morris Industrial School for Indians, which had also operated as an agricultural school. UMM has an enrollment of about 1,900 students and 145 teaching faculty. Some 61 students made up the first graduating class in 1961. Since then, Morris has conferred more than 10,000 degrees.

Morris is home to the West Central Research and Outreach Center, a division of the greater University of Minnesota's College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences. WCROC's faculty and staff study agronomy, soil science, livestock, horticulture, renewable energy and swine production.

WCROC is home to the University of Minnesota's Horticulture Gardens. During the last decade, the privately funded research gardens have gained increasing popularity. Their design has increased in aesthetic appeal while maintaining a research base. Each summer, the gardens are host to thousands of visitors.

Prairie Pioneer Days
Prairie Pioneer Days is a family festival hosted by the Morris Area Chamber of Commerce every July, which celebrates European-American settlement in the area. It includes many activities around town, including a parade, fireworks, and food and craft vendors. Since the late 20th century, festival organizers have also worked to include Native American participants and acknowledge contributions by their cultures.

Stevens County Fair
The Stevens County Fair takes place in Morris on the second full weekend in August. It is known for entertainment, 4-H events and family time. Each year people from miles around come to see the exhibits, take in some entertainment in the grandstand and see old friends while sitting on one of many benches in the shade.

Media
Four radio stations cover Morris; KMRS AM 1230, KKOK FM 95.7, and KRVY FM 97.3, all owned by Iowa City Broadcasting Company, Inc., and KUMM FM 89.7, operated by the University of Minnesota Morris.

The Stevens County Times, a Forum Communications newspaper, publishes on Saturdays. It traces its roots to 1882.

Transportation
The city owns and operates the Morris Municipal Airport. Until 1979, Morris was served by passenger rail at the Morris station.

Notable people

 * Gustav A. Anderson (1893–1983), Minnesota state legislator and farmer
 * Dick Grace (1898–1965), Hollywood stunt pilot
 * Jim Hall, Free software advocate, best known for FreeDOS
 * Shirley A. Hokanson, Minnesota state legislator and social worker
 * Edwin J. Jones, Minnesota state legislator and businessman
 * Mike Morley, former professional golfer
 * PZ Myers, biologist and blogger
 * Zach Witt, former professional American football quarterback in the German Football League
 * Trina Radke, Olympic swimmer
 * Aaron Schock, former United States Representative from Illinois (2009–2015)
 * Royal A. Stone, Minnesota Supreme Court justice
 * Robert Ernest Strand, Minnesota state legislator and farmer
 * Brett Winkelman, former professional basketball player
 * Children 18:3, Christian punk rock band

title: Morris, Minnesota


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Morris Township, Stevens County, Minnesota

Morris Township is a township in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 574 at the 2000 census.

Morris Township was established in 1871.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.8 square miles (87.6 km2), of which 33.2 square miles (86.1 km2) is land and 0.6 square mile (1.5 km2) (1.69%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 574 people, 194 households, and 157 families residing in the township. The population density was 17.3 PD/sqmi. There were 201 housing units at an average density of 6.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.56% White, 0.52% Native American, 0.35% Asian, and 1.57% from two or more races.

There were 194 households, out of which 44.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 77.8% were married couples living together, 1.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.6% were non-families. 14.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.96 and the average family size was 3.31.

In the township the population was spread out, with 32.1% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 25.8% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 11.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $49,904, and the median income for a family was $56,875. Males had a median income of $34,625 versus $26,364 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,630. About 2.3% of families and 3.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.4% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.


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Pepperton Township, Stevens County, Minnesota

Pepperton Township is a township in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 148 at the 2000 census.

Pepperton Township was named for Charles A. Pepper, a pioneer settler.

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 35.7 square miles (92.4 km$2$) is land and 0.5 square mile (1.2 km$2$) (1.27%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 148 people, 54 households, and 40 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.2 people per square mile (1.6/km$2$). There were 63 housing units at an average density of 1.8/sq mi (0.7/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.97% White, 1.35% Native American, and 0.68% from two or more races.

There were 54 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.4% were married couples living together, and 25.9% were non-families. 22.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the township the population was spread out, with 33.1% under the age of 18, 2.7% from 18 to 24, 26.4% from 25 to 44, 24.3% 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 108.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,250, and the median income for a family was $50,833. Males had a median income of $24,500 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,518. There were 5.9% of families and 9.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 7.7% of those over 64.


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Rendsville Township, Stevens County, Minnesota

Rendsville Township is a township in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 177 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.0 square miles (90.5 km$2$), of which 34.4 square miles (89.0 km$2$) is land and 0.6 square mile (1.5 km$2$) (1.66%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 177 people, 67 households, and 55 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.1 people per square mile (2.0/km$2$). There were 77 housing units at an average density of 2.2/sq mi (0.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.44% White, and 0.56% from two or more races.

There were 67 households, out of which 25.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.1% were married couples living together, 3.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.9% were non-families. 16.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.4% 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 2.93.

In the township, the population was spread out, with 19.8% under the age of 18, 9.6% from 18 to 24, 26.6% from 25 to 44, 27.1% from 45 to 64, and 16.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 124.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 121.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $48,750. Males had a median income of $24,375 versus $11,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,554. About 4.2% of families and 7.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 9.5% of those 65 or over.