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Benson Farmers Market Kicks Off Season May 4th
The Benson Farmers Market will officially open for the 2024 season on Saturday, May 4th, 2024. Located in downtown Benson, the market will feature a variety of local vendors selling fresh produce, baked goods, handmade crafts, and more. The market will be open every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM through October 26th, 2024. Come support your local farmers and artisans!
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Benson Farmers Market Kicks Off Season May 4th
The Benson Farmers Market will officially open for the 2024 season on Saturday, May 4th, 2024. Located in downtown Benson, the market will feature a variety of local vendors selling fresh produce, baked goods, handmade crafts, and more. The market will be open every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM through October 26th, 2024. Come support your local farmers and artisans!
Benson Library Offers Weekly Story Time for Kids
Join us at the Benson Public Library for our weekly Children's Story Time! This engaging session is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, featuring stories, songs, and rhymes that promote early literacy skills. Story time is held every Wednesday at 10:30 AM in the children's section of the library. It's a wonderful way to foster a love of reading in your little ones. No registration is required.
Benson City Council to Meet April 16th
The City of Benson City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda will include regular business, any new business brought before the council, and opportunities for public comment. All meetings are open to the public.
Benson Farmers Market Returns to Downtown Square June 8th
Downtown Benson Farmers Market Opening Day Date: Every Saturday starting June 8, 2024 Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Downtown Benson Square
Benson Library Kicks Off Summer Reading Program June 1st
Benson Public Library - Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Benson Public Library
Benson City Council to Meet Tuesday, May 21st
City of Benson City Council Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2024 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Benson City Hall Council Chambers
Staff in Training
Staff in Training When: Friday, October 2, 2026 at 8:30 AM to Friday, October 2, 2026 at 11:00 AM
CVSO in Meeting
CVSO in Meeting When: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 1:00 PM to Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM Page content: - VSO Schedule - Clearwater County, MN Skip to main content Search Air Quality: Search CVSO in Meeting When: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 1:00 PM to Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Scheduled for February 14th
The Benson Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on **Wednesday, February 14, 2024** at **6:00 PM** in the City Hall Conference Room. The board will consider applications for variances and conditional use permits, as well as other matters related to zoning regulations within the city.
Benson Mayor's Prayer Breakfast Set for January 30th
Join Mayor Dave Hanson for the annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast. This event will be held on **Tuesday, January 30, 2024** at **7:00 AM** at the Benson Community Center. It's a time for community leaders and residents to come together in prayer and fellowship. Breakfast will be served.
Benson City Council to Meet February 13th
The Benson City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting on **Tuesday, February 13, 2024** at **7:00 PM** in the City Hall Council Chambers. Agenda items will include departmental reports, budget discussions, and any new business brought before the council. Public comments are welcome during designated times.
Benson Farmers Market: Fresh Local Goods Every Saturday
Our vibrant Farmers Market is a cornerstone of the Benson community, offering a diverse selection of locally sourced products. Visitors can expect to find an array of fresh fruits and vegetables, artisanal breads and pastries, handcrafted items, and unique local specialties. Supporting our local farmers and artisans is made easy and enjoyable by visiting the market. It is held every Saturday, weather permitting, and provides a wonderful weekend outing for families and individuals alike.
Attend Benson City Council Meetings for Local Governance Updates
The City of Benson City Council convenes for its scheduled meetings on a regular basis. These sessions are crucial for decision-making regarding city services, infrastructure, and community development. Residents are encouraged to attend to understand the workings of their local government and to participate in public comment periods. Agendas for upcoming meetings and minutes from past meetings are typically made available on the city's official website prior to and after the meetings, respectively.
Benson Library Offers Diverse Programs for All Ages
The Benson Public Library strives to offer engaging programs for all ages. Our upcoming schedule includes regular children's story hours designed to foster a love of reading, as well as adult book club meetings to discuss popular titles. We also aim to bring in local authors and hosts for special events throughout the year. Please visit our physical location or our website for the most up-to-date calendar of events.
CVSO in a Meeting
CVSO in a Meeting When: Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 8:30 AM to Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Staff in Training 1-230PM
Staff in Training 1-230PM Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM to Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 2:30 PM
ADA Accommodation
ADA Accommodations Skip to main content Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations The Minnesota Judicial Branch is committed to providing all people with equal access to the courts. To this end, the Judicial Branch strives to make reasonable accommodations for court users with disabilities consistent with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Minnesota State Statute 363A.11. Overview If you have a disability and anticipate needing an accommodation, please complete the ADA Accommodation Request Form. Jurors: If you are a juror and have a disability and anticipate needing an accommodation, please complete the Juror Accommodation Request Form. It is recommended that you submit your completed request form at least 10 business days prior to the date you need your accommodation. All requests for accommodation will be given due consideration and, if necessary, may require an interactive process between the requester and the court to determine the best course of action. If you believe you have been excluded from participating in, or denied benefits of, any court program or activity because of a disability, you may submit an ADA Grievance form to the ADA Coordinator. For more information on the process, please visit the ADA Grievance Procedure link on this page. To Top Need help? Need Help? Self-Help Centers Self-Help Centers can help you find helpful information, services, and resources about your legal problem if you are not represented by a lawyer. Self-Help Centers Conciliation Court Virtual Assistant Get Legal Help Find a Lawyer State Law Library Room G25Minnesota Judicial Center25 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.St. Paul, MN 55155 mn.gov/law-library
ADA Accommodation
ADA Accommodations Skip to main content Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations The Minnesota Judicial Branch is committed to providing all people with equal access to the courts. To this end, the Judicial Branch strives to make reasonable accommodations for court users with disabilities consistent with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Minnesota State Statute 363A.11. Overview If you have a disability and anticipate needing an accommodation, please complete the ADA Accommodation Request Form. Jurors: If you are a juror and have a disability and anticipate needing an accommodation, please complete the Juror Accommodation Request Form. It is recommended that you submit your completed request form at least 10 business days prior to the date you need your accommodation. All requests for accommodation will be given due consideration and, if necessary, may require an interactive process between the requester and the court to determine the best course of action. If you believe you have been excluded from participating in, or denied benefits of, any court program or activity because of a disability, you may submit an ADA Grievance form to the ADA Coordinator. For more information on the process, please visit the ADA Grievance Procedure link on this page. To Top Need help? Need Help? Self-Help Centers Self-Help Centers can help you find helpful information, services, and resources about your legal problem if you are not represented by a lawyer. Self-Help Centers Conciliation Court Virtual Assistant Get Legal Help Find a Lawyer State Law Library Room G25Minnesota Judicial Center25 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.St. Paul, MN 55155 mn.gov/law-library
File a Case
File A Case Skip to main content File a Case File a Case in District Court Most cases begin in Minnesota’s district courts. District courts are located in each of the state's 87 counties and are divided among 10 judicial districts for administration purposes. File using paper Unless required to use the eFile and eServe (eFS) System as described below, court users can file paper documents and court forms at the courthouse by going to the courthouse or by mailing their filings to the courthouse. You can find the addresses to the courthouses on our Find Courts page. Guide & File Minnesota Guide & File is an electronic tool that helps you create court forms in certain types of cases. In most situations, you can then file your forms electronically (eFile) through Guide & File or print and file on paper. eFiling eFiling is the process of submitting court filings electronically. To use eFiling, you must have completed documents saved as PDF’s on your computer. If you do not yet have completed documents saved on your computer, please review the Help Topics for links to forms and other information about your case type. Attorney, government agencies, or guardians ad litem, are mandatory eFilers and are required to use eFiling to file documents. Filers who have eFiled into a case before must continue to use eFiling to file documents into that case. Follow the link below to: Learn about filing a case in district court Find instructions and eFiling resources Electronically file and serve court documents (for applicable filers) Contact the eFile Support Center eFile a Case in District (Trial) Court File a Case in Supreme Court or Court of Appeals The Minnesota Court of Appeals provides the citizens of Minnesota with prompt and deliberate review of all final decisions of the trial courts, state agencies and local governments. As the error-correcting court, the Court of Appeals handles most appeals, which allows the Minnesota Supreme Court to spend time resolving difficult constitutional and public policy cases. The Minnesota Supreme Court receives cases from the Court of Appeals on petitions for review or accelerated review. In addition, several types of cases bypass the Court of Appeals and go directly to the Supreme Court including appeals of murder cases in the first degree and cases coming from the Tax Court and Workers' Compensation Court of Appeals. The Court of Appeals Help Topics provide information on:Filing an appeal in a civil case; and Filing an appeal in a criminal case. The Clerk of Appellate Courts office receives the case filings for both the Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.The Clerk of Appellate Courts provides:Appellate Forms Access to the Minnesota Appellate E-Filing Application (E-MACS), which allows users to electronically file documents with the Clerk of Appellate Courts in cases pending before the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court. Contact information for assistance for self-represented litigants To go directly to E-MACS, please use the button below. Access E-MACS To Top Need help? Need Help? Self-Help Centers Self-Help Centers can help you find helpful information, services, and resources about your legal problem if you are not represented by a lawyer. Self-Help Centers Conciliation Court Virtual Assistant Get Legal Help Find a Lawyer State Law Library Room G25Minnesota Judicial Center25 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.St. Paul, MN 55155 mn.gov/law-library
Access Case Records
Access Case Records Skip to main content Access Case Records Minnesota District (Trial) Court Case Records Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) provides online access to many public Minnesota state district court records and documents. Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) At a Courthouse Each Minnesota district courthouse offers electronic access to statewide public case records through public access terminals. Each district courthouse also offers in-person counter access to locally-stored, public case records in paper form. Courthouse public access terminals provide the most complete access to electronic district court case records. Access Court of Appeals or Supreme Court Case Records The Minnesota Supreme Court and Court of Appeals offer online access to court opinions and case records through the public view of the Minnesota Appellate Courts Case Management System (P-MACS). Search Appellate Court Records Minnesota Appellate Courts OpinionsSupreme Court and Court of Appeals Recent Supreme Court Opinions Recent Court of Appeals Opinions Supreme Court and Court of Appeals Opinion Archive Supreme Court and Court of Appeals Brief Archive Administrative Decisions Technical Support Use the technical support contact form if you are having a technical issue connecting to either the District or Appellate Court Records systems.Please do not use this form to request records.Technical Support » To Top Need help? Need Help? Self-Help Centers Self-Help Centers can help you find helpful information, services, and resources about your legal problem if you are not represented by a lawyer. Self-Help Centers Conciliation Court Virtual Assistant Get Legal Help Find a Lawyer State Law Library Room G25Minnesota Judicial Center25 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.St. Paul, MN 55155 mn.gov/law-library
Benson Farmers Market Kicks Off Season May 4th
The Benson Farmers Market will officially open for the 2024 season on Saturday, May 4th, 2024. Located in downtown Benson, the market will feature a variety of local vendors selling fresh produce, baked goods, handmade crafts, and more. The market will be open every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM through October 26th, 2024. Come support your local farmers and artisans!
Benson Library Offers Weekly Story Time for Kids
Join us at the Benson Public Library for our weekly Children's Story Time! This engaging session is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, featuring stories, songs, and rhymes that promote early literacy skills. Story time is held every Wednesday at 10:30 AM in the children's section of the library. It's a wonderful way to foster a love of reading in your little ones. No registration is required.
Benson City Council to Meet April 16th
The City of Benson City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda will include regular business, any new business brought before the council, and opportunities for public comment. All meetings are open to the public.
Benson Farmers Market Returns to Downtown Square June 8th
Downtown Benson Farmers Market Opening Day Date: Every Saturday starting June 8, 2024 Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Downtown Benson Square
Benson Library Kicks Off Summer Reading Program June 1st
Benson Public Library - Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Benson Public Library
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