News Flash

Proper Uses of William H. Houlton Conservation Area

William H. Houlton Conservation Area (WHHCA) is one of Elk River’s most precious outdoor amenities. This 338-acre natural oasis was purchased from the Houlton family in 2014 by The Trust for Public Land, which works to protect, enhance and resto...

169 Redefine Informational Open House, Oct. 29

You’re invited to join staff from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT), City of Elk River and Sherburne County, on Tuesday, October 29 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Elk River City Hall (1306...

Generous Farmers Market Vendors Aid Local Food Shelf

The 2019 Elk River Farmers Market has come to an end, but we’d be remiss to go without mentioning the generosity demonstrated by many of our vendors throughout the season. Each week following the market, a representative from Community Aid Elk R...

Where Does Sweeping Debris End Up?

From spring until fall Elk River Public Works crews are routinely running street sweepers through the city, picking up hazards to roads and waterways like sand, salt, leaves, grass clippings, litter and more.

Have you ever wondered what happens to that mat...

Underground Utility Flag Identification Guide

Driving around town, you’ll likely pass a yard or two containing a rainbow of small flags that comes as a result of underground utility marking required before an excavation project can occur. Whether the project is a large one that involves mac...

169 Corridor Undergoes Noise Measurement Testing

You may have noticed some action in the Hwy 169 corridor this week, as crews completed noise measurement testing in four separate locations as part of the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s (MnDOT)169 Redefine project. Noise measurements a...

Elk River Flag Runners Donate $4,400 to City

Elk River HRA Offers Rehabilitation Loans to Homeowners

The City of Elk River has financing available for homeowners to make property improvements. The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program is designed to supplement existing loan programs available from Minnesota Housing Finance Authority (MHFA), Center for Ener...

Curt Crane - Volunteer of the Month

Congratulations to Curt Crane, Elk River’s September Volunteer of the Month! Curt is very busy in our community, serving in multiple ways through various organizations and projects. Curt has taught English as a Second Language for the Adult Basi...