Breckenridge is the county seat of Wilkin County, in central western Minnesota, across the Red River from Wahpeton, North Dakota. The Bois de Sioux River and the Otter Tail River join at Breckenridge and Wahpeton to form the Red River of the North. US Route 75 and Minnesota Highways 9 and 210 are the chief routes serving the communities. Other nearby communities include Dwight, Farmington, Galchutt, Great Bend, and Mooreton, North Dakota, as well as Brushvale, Doran, Foxhome, and Everdell, Minnesota. Breckenridge was platted in 1857, and named for John C. Breckenridge, who was Vice President of the United States. A post office was established at Breckenridge in 1857, and the city was incorporated in 1908. The city’s population has decreased slightly each census year since reaching its peak population of 4,335 in 1960.
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Managed by Vail Resorts Management Company, ski trips, ski and snowboard school, winter lodging, and other activities are offered. General and promotional information about the mountain, the town of Breckenridge, Minnesota, and its family and group rates are highlighted. Lodging, vacation deals, lift tickets, ski and ride school, and season passes may be arranged through the site.
http://www.breckenridge.com/
Independent School District #846 is headquartered in Breckenridge, Minnesota, offering a PK-12th grade curriculum through a high school, middle school, and elementary school, each of which are highlighted here, along with its community education programs, district office contacts, and schedules.
http://www.breckenridge.k12.mn.us/
Associated with Catholic Health Initiatives, Saint Francis is a health care provider in Breckenridge, Minnesota, operating a hospital, rehabilitation therapy facility, nursing home, senior housing program, and a clinic. Its locations, hours and contacts are posted, along with a patient guide and online patient pre-registration.
http://www.sfcare.org/
The official municipal web site for the city of Breckenridge, Minnesota features a list of city council and administrative personnel, office hours, contacts, meeting agendas and minutes. A guide to area attractions and events, public utilities and services, and public notices are posted to the site.
http://www.breckenridgemn.net/
Joseph Vertin & Sons Funeral Home
In business since 1904, the family owned funeral home has served the Breckenridge, Minnesota community for well over a century, offering traditional funeral and burial services and cremation options. Its veterans’ services, reception and catering services, and online obituaries are discussed.
http://www.josephvertinandsons.com/
Licensed and insured, the general contractor offers commercial and residential excavating service throughout Breckenridge, Minnesota and the surrounding region, including such services as building demolition and septic system repair. Its services are highlighted, and a gallery of photographs is included.
http://www.mandmcontractorsllc.com/
The Catholic school is an extension of the parish family of St. Mary’s of the Presentation Catholic Church of Breckenridge, Minnesota, offering a PK-8th grade curriculum. A parent-student handbook, school supply list, newsletters, monthly menus, and a school calendar are published on the site.
http://www.stmarysschoolbreck.com/
Situated at the intersection of Highway 75 North and Highway 210, the Breckenridge, Minnesota offers one bed, two beds, and larger bed options. Its accommodations and services are highlighted, with a list of amenities, rates, and online reservations, as well as an overview of recreational and entertainment opportunities in the area.
http://www.selectinnbreckenridge.com/
Located on Nebraska Avenue in Breckenridge, Minnesota, the family owned funeral home has been in business since 1904. A profile and history of the company, its services and products are featured, including directions, office hours and contacts, career opportunities, and policy information.
http://www.vertin.com/
Located in the Red River Valley, the county seat of Wilkin County is Breckenridge. General information about the county is presented, including county and township officials, ordinances, county board meeting agendas and minutes, employment opportunities, and official notices.
http://www.co.wilkin.mn.us/
