City Of Badger

City Of Badger The Mallard Capital of Minnesota Many thanks to the committees and residents who have provided these wonderful snapshots of history! W.

Historic Badger, Minnesota

The following is excerpts from past and present residents of Badger that have been used in two books, "Pioneers and Progress" and the most recent centennial history book, "All Roads Lead to Badger". There is no better evidence of Badger's favorable trade location and loyal community than its ability to survive calamity. The village suffered the most dismal bank failure

in the history of the county and had large portions of its business district leveled by fire. Badger has been referred to as a "mile long city" as it spreads along the hog back of Campbell Beach -
the beach itself being formed some 12,000-14,000 years ago during the Ice Age. A commonly used name for this area has been the "sand ridge' of ancient Lake Agassiz. It seems the founders of Badger chose the top of the ridge to keep their feet and cellars dry - and to date, it's worked! Badger's name came from the Badger Creek, which in turn got its name from the animal, the badger. In years past, the badger was quite common in the area. The first recorded information we have of Badger is the mention of Badger Creek, when in May of 1887, J. Durham, aided by Florenz Lins and Martin Dieter who were on their way to set claim north of Badger, set out on his second trip to the Roseau River area. After difficulties crossing Two Rivers at Pelan and the Badger Creek, Mr. Lins went due north 8 1/2 miles to his claim. Today, this property is still owned by Darrel and Betsy Lins and family. Badger was a part of Skagen Township until a special meeting, September 25, 1906 at which F. Swanson and others petitioned that Badger be made a separate election district and become separate from the Township of Skagen.

05/10/2026
NOTICE: Council meeting moved up one week earlier.
05/07/2026

NOTICE: Council meeting moved up one week earlier.

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05/01/2026

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Zach is set to start flushing the Hydrants this week.
04/27/2026

Zach is set to start flushing the Hydrants this week.

Let’s make yards extra perfect this year. All school reunion in July is coming up fast.
04/22/2026

Let’s make yards extra perfect this year. All school reunion in July is coming up fast.

Drills are scheduled for Thursday April 16th 2026 .
04/15/2026

Drills are scheduled for Thursday April 16th 2026 .

Still on for today! Spread the word.
04/04/2026

Still on for today! Spread the word.

Looking to pay your utility bill online? Or maybe you would just like to view your bills. Below is the link for our util...
04/02/2026

Looking to pay your utility bill online?
Or maybe you would just like to view your bills.
Below is the link for our utility bill system.
The Municipality Code - BadgerMN714

Beautiful work done at the Badger Veterans Park.
03/25/2026

Beautiful work done at the Badger Veterans Park.

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Badger, MN
56714

Opening Hours

Monday 8:15am - 4:45pm
Tuesday 8:15am - 4:45pm
Wednesday 8:15am - 4:45pm
Thursday 8:15am - 4:45pm
Friday 8:15am - 4:45pm

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+12185283670

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