Kandiyohi County
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Kandiyohi County real estate is filled with beautiful lakes and abundant amenities. With both plentiful modern conveniences like great shopping and dining options to amazing natural resources, Kandiyohi County truly has it all.
Kandiyohi County is filled with beautiful lakes, golf courses, and parks. From Sibley State Park to the Glacial Lakes State Trail, to plentiful hunting land and more, there is always something fun and active to do here. Whether you enjoy fishing, geocaching, bird watching, curling, or anything in-between, youāll find it in Kandiyohi County.
If you enjoy shopping, Kandiyohi County is sure to please. From the Kandi Mall in Willmar to Three Sisters Furnishings in New London, youāll find clothing, gifts, antiques, sporting equipment, and more. Larger commercial areas reside in Atwater, New London, and Willmar, with many other shops scattered throughout the county.
Dining in Kandiyohi County truly has something for everyone. Whether you need a quick meal on the go, to fun and fabulous lakeside dining experiences, Kandiyohi has it all. Some local favorites include Zorbaz on Green Lake in Spicer, Rositaās Grill in Willmar, and McKaleās Family Restaurant and Catering in New London.
Kandiyohi County works to provide educational programs and resources to help make the area a more sustainable and environmentally friendly place. From water conservation to recycling and hazardous waste disposal, the county makes it easy for residents and businesses to make better choices concerning their environmental impact.
The school districts providing educational resources and services to the residents of Kandiyohi County include:
Public:
Willmar Public Schools ISD 347
New London-Spicer Schools ISD 345
ACGC Schools ISD 2396
BOLD Public Schools ISD 2534
MACCRAY Public Schools ISD 2180
Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg Public Schools ISD 775
Private:
Community Christian School of Willmar
Central Minnesota Christian School
Kandiyohi Area Transit (KAT) provides public transportation services to the residents of Kandiyohi County. These services include scheduled routes as well as dial-a-ride services and specialty transportation for seniors and disabled citizens.
The five-member Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners provides oversight to all county budgets and operations. This body is responsible for deciding and administering all county policies and services, allocating budgetary funds for each.
What is now Kandiyohi County began as two completely separate entities. Kandiyohi and Monongalia Counties, both established in 1858, operated within the territory until 1870, at which time they merged in an effort to increase their economic resources. Kandiyohi comes from a Dakota word meaning āwhere the buffalo fish come,ā which speaks to the areaās plentiful lakes and aquatic resources, which drew people to the area. Today, Kandiyohi county is home to both thriving commercial centers and peaceful resorts, allowing its 40,000+ residents to enjoy the best of both worlds.
Kandiyohi County is filled with beautiful lakes, golf courses, and parks. From Sibley State Park to the Glacial Lakes State Trail, to plentiful hunting land and more, there is always something fun and active to do here. Whether you enjoy fishing, geocaching, bird watching, curling, or anything in-between, youāll find it in Kandiyohi County.
If you enjoy shopping, Kandiyohi County is sure to please. From the Kandi Mall in Willmar to Three Sisters Furnishings in New London, youāll find clothing, gifts, antiques, sporting equipment, and more. Larger commercial areas reside in Atwater, New London, and Willmar, with many other shops scattered throughout the county.
Dining in Kandiyohi County truly has something for everyone. Whether you need a quick meal on the go, to fun and fabulous lakeside dining experiences, Kandiyohi has it all. Some local favorites include Zorbaz on Green Lake in Spicer, Rositaās Grill in Willmar, and McKaleās Family Restaurant and Catering in New London.
Kandiyohi County works to provide educational programs and resources to help make the area a more sustainable and environmentally friendly place. From water conservation to recycling and hazardous waste disposal, the county makes it easy for residents and businesses to make better choices concerning their environmental impact.
The school districts providing educational resources and services to the residents of Kandiyohi County include:
Public:
Willmar Public Schools ISD 347
New London-Spicer Schools ISD 345
ACGC Schools ISD 2396
BOLD Public Schools ISD 2534
MACCRAY Public Schools ISD 2180
Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg Public Schools ISD 775
Private:
Community Christian School of Willmar
Central Minnesota Christian School
Kandiyohi Area Transit (KAT) provides public transportation services to the residents of Kandiyohi County. These services include scheduled routes as well as dial-a-ride services and specialty transportation for seniors and disabled citizens.
The five-member Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners provides oversight to all county budgets and operations. This body is responsible for deciding and administering all county policies and services, allocating budgetary funds for each.
What is now Kandiyohi County began as two completely separate entities. Kandiyohi and Monongalia Counties, both established in 1858, operated within the territory until 1870, at which time they merged in an effort to increase their economic resources. Kandiyohi comes from a Dakota word meaning āwhere the buffalo fish come,ā which speaks to the areaās plentiful lakes and aquatic resources, which drew people to the area. Today, Kandiyohi county is home to both thriving commercial centers and peaceful resorts, allowing its 40,000+ residents to enjoy the best of both worlds.