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Sun, Fun & Fireworks: What’s Happening This July

July in the Willmar Lakes Area is bursting with fun, family-friendly events and festive summer vibes! From small-town charm to lakeside adventures, this month is packed with celebrations, concerts, outdoor activities, and local traditions you won’t want to miss. Whether you're catching fireworks over Green Lake, tapping your...

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Willmar Lakes Area to Host 2018 Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener

EXPLORE MINNESOTA – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE State of Minnesota Media contact: Alyssa Hayes (Ebel), Explore Minnesota, (O) 651-757-1857, (C) 651-276-8738, alyssa.hayes@state.mn.us, Twitter: @ExploreMN_PR Willmar Lakes Area to Host 2018 Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener ST. PAUL, Minn. (May 13, 2017) —Next year's Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener will be held May 10-13 in Spicer...

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