Waite Park is one of the fastest growing communities both commercially and residentially over the past 30 years in Central Minnesota. The town is named for Henry Chester Waite, a former State Representative and lawyer.
Ever heard of the Minnesota gold rush? This brief 1858 adventure attracted hopeful miners, but nature had other plans. Dive into this intriguing piece of history.
Minnesota has gone through a lot of changes since its founding in 1858, and the same goes for the state's biggest cities. One city in particular stands out as no longer living up to its original nickname.