City of Proctor, Minnesota

06/18/2026

06/17/2026

06/16/2026

The City of Proctor, Proctor Police Department, Proctor Fire / Rescue, and Proctor Public Schools are proud community partners of Grandma's Marathon - Duluth, Inc., assisting with race day participant transportation.

The Aspirus St. Luke's Sports & Event Center will be buzzing with activity on the morning of Saturday, June 20, 2026, as runners park and catch their ride to the starting line.

Local traffic is reminded beginning at approximately 3:30 a.m., lane restrictions will be in effect on Kirkus Street to allow for safe and efficient bus movement. Please plan accordingly and use caution when traveling in the area.

Please note: This transportation service is for race participants only.

Thank you for your patience as Proctor helps support this exciting regional event!

06/10/2026

Beginning July 15, 2026, The Proctor Food Shelf will be testing expanded evening hours to better serve the community.

🕓 New Trial Hours: Third Wednesday 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

📅 Wednesday, July 15, 2026 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📅 Wednesday, August 19, 2026 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📅 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

In addition to:
📅 Every Wednesday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

They hope these additional hours make it easier for individuals and families to access food shelf services. If the expanded hours are well utilized and successful, they may become a permanent addition to their schedule!

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with friends, family, and neighbors who may benefit. The Proctor Food Shelf is located at 100 Pionk Drive Door #6.

05/28/2026

ROAD CONSTRUCTION ALERT! Highway 2 construction between Midway Road and Highway 194 starts June 1.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation will be starting construction on Highway 2 between Midway Road and Highway 194 on Monday, June 1. This project will resurface 8.35 miles of Highway 2 and require Highway 2 to be detoured on Highway 194 to Midway Road. Through traffic will not be able to travel on Highway 2 starting on June 1.

Access will be maintained for businesses and residences via connecting side roads. The detour is expected to be in place through mid-September.

Please visit the project website for additional information and a detour map: mndot.gov/d1/projects/hwy2-proctor.

05/22/2026

05/21/2026

Fun Fact – City of Proctor Public Works

Did you know that a large portion of Public Works work is planned long before you ever see it happening?

From coordinating seasonal maintenance schedules, to mapping utility infrastructure underground, to preparing for snow before the first flakes fall—our Public Works team is constantly working ahead of the seasons so the community can keep moving without interruption.

In Proctor, Public Works isn’t just reactive—it’s always planning, always preparing, and always present.

💙 That’s the behind-the-scenes difference that keeps our city running!

05/20/2026

This week we celebrate our Public Works team! From fixing water and sewer systems, to maintaining streets and signs, to clearing snow and trimming trees—Public Works is there every day making sure essential services are safe, reliable, and ready when you need them most.

💙 Now we want to hear from YOU:

Why do YOU ❤️ Public Works?
Is it the plowed streets in winter? The clean parks? The quick response when something needs fixing?

Drop a comment and help us recognize the hardworking crew that keeps our city moving!