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Kandiyohi County names West Central Tribune official newspaper for 2026 after rival bids
Summary
After hearing bids and testimony from both publishers, the Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners voted to appoint the West Central Tribune as the county's official paper for legal notices in 2026; commissioners also debated whether to fund both local papers on an alternating basis.
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners voted Jan. 6 to appoint the West Central Tribune as the county’s official newspaper for 2026, concluding a public exchange over competing bids from two local publishers.
County Auditor-Treasurer Lisa Weese presented two sealed bids the board received in December for publishing required legal notices — including annual financial statements, delinquent tax lists and public works bids. Weese told the board the Lakes Area Review offered lower unit advertising rates while the West Central…
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