According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.4 km˛ (2.1 mi˛). 5.1 km˛ (2.0 mi˛) of it is land and 0.3 km˛ (0.1 mi˛) of it is water. The total area is 6.22% water.
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| McGregor (city) | 1970 | 1980 | 1990 | 2000 | 2004 (est) |
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| Population | 331 | 447 | 376 | 404 | 407 | 28 | 7.45 |
| Land Area (sq. mile) | 2.10 | 2.03 | 1.96 | 1.97 | -- | 0.01 | 0.31 |
| Density (persons per sq. mile) | 157.62 | 220.20 | 191.84 | 205.48 | -- | 13.64 | 7.11 |
| Housing Units | 126 | 198 | 187 | 199 | -- | 12 | 6.42 |
| Households | -- | 181 | 162 | 182 | 186 | 20 | 12.35 |
| Persons Per Household | -- | 2.47 | 2.32 | 2.22 | 2.18 | -0.10 | -4.35 |
There are 182 households out of which 27.5% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.6% are married couples living together, 14.3% have a female householder with no husband present, and 41.8% are non-families. 39.6% of all households are made up of individuals and 22.0% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.22 and the average family size is 2.93.
In the city the population is spread out with 26.7% under the age of 18, 9.9% from 18 to 24, 20.8% from 25 to 44, 21.5% from 45 to 64, and 21.0% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 38 years. For every 100 females there are 83.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 83.9 males.
The median income for a household in the city is $24,318, and the median income for a family is $30,625. Males have a median income of $27,125 versus $16,607 for females. The per capita income for the city is $13,167. 13.7% of the population and 6.8% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 8.8% of those under the age of 18 and 17.3% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.
McGregor, a city in McGregor Township, sections 30 and 31; incorporated on August 27, 1903, and separated from the township on March 24, 1919; named either for a hunter and trapper named McGregor who came from New York or for Maj. John G. MacGregor of Minneapolis; the post office was established in 1890.
Courtesy Minnesota Historical Society
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| City of McGregor | 101 East Center Ave.
McGregor, MN 55760 |
(218) 768-2717 |
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Jerry Farley 230 Maddy Street McGregor, MN 55760 |
(218) 768-3211 |
| Clerk/Treasurer |
Judy Cirilli PO Box 100 McGregor, MN 55760 |
(218) 768-2190 |
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| Post Office - McGregor | 26 N Maddy Street McGregor, MN 55760-5007 |
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| 21th Annual Polka Fest | August 11, 2006 to August 13, 2006 |
| 21th Annual Polka Fest - 3 days of live music under the big tent and in the Barn. Featuring the areas best musicians in country, variety, old tyme & Polka. Food and camping. | |
| Wild Rice Days | Labor Day Weekend |
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McGregor Area Chamber of Commerce Info Booth McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3692 Toll Free: (877) 768-3692 Web: www.mcgregormn.com |
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Big Sandy Lake Dam US Army Corps of Engineers McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3482 Web: http://www.mvp-wc.usace.army.mil/projects/Sandy.shtml |
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| McGregor Area Historical
Society PO Box 382 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3051 |
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Rice Lake National
Wildlife Refuge 36289 State Hwy 65 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2402 Email: RiceLake@fws.gov Web: www.fws.gov/midwest/RiceLake/ |
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| Rice Lake
National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters is located in Aitkin County
on Hwy 65, five miles South of McGregor, MN. A visitor center with
displays is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1935 to preserve valuable habitat for waterfowl. The Refuge is 18,300 acres and Rice Lake itself is 4,500 acres. Rice Lake is a shallow, wild rice producing lake, which is a valuable food source for wildlife. Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge is home to one of the largest concentrations of migrating ring-necked ducks in the country. During fall migration, more than 150,000 ducks can be found on the Refuge. |
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Minnesota National
Golf Course McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (866) 537-5137 Web: www.minnesotanationalgolfcourse.com |
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| Tucked away
deep within towering red and white pines of Aitkin County, the new
Joel Goldstrand designed Minnesota National Golf Course will soon
await you. Nothing but nature will greet you here. The course will
be semi-private (eventually privately owned by the community), completely
gated and miles from the nearest freeway.
The course will include: an 18-hole, 7,200-yard championship course that has five tee boxes for all skill levels (projected opening August 2007); Plus a 9 hole executive course featuring junior tees for families and those who would like less of a challenge. The clubhouse features restaurants, tennis courts and a swimming pool. |
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Savanna Portage State Park County Road 14 McGregor, MN Phone: (218) 426-3271 Web: www.dnr.state.mn.us/ state_parks/savanna_portage/ |
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| Time slips by when you visit this park of the north. Walk the Savanna Portage Trail, a historic trail traveled by fur traders, Dakota and Ojibwe Indians, and explorers more than 200 years ago. Savanna Portage State Park has 15,818 acres of rolling hills, lakes, and bogs. The Continental Divide marks the great division of water: water to the west flows into the Mississippi River; water to the east runs into Lake Superior. Visitors can hike the Continental Divide Trail and see forested vistas. During the summer, visitors enjoy swimming at Loon Lake. Bike enthusiasts can pedal on roads, or on dirt trails designated for mountain bikes. With four fishing lakes and a river, its common for anglers to catch panfish, trout and bass. Come winter, this park offers snowmobilers approximately 60 miles of trails to explore. This park is a favorite among cross-country skiers too with 10 miles of trails to ski. | |
| Eyecare Center of McGregor
241 State Highway 210 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-7000 Fax: (218) 768-7007 Toll Free: (800) 294-6154 |
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| McGregor Dental Center State Highway 210 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-4111 Toll Free: (800) 548-9715 |
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| Riverwood Healthcare Center 2 E Center Avenue McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-4011 |
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| McGregor School - ISD #4 | PO Box 160 148 South Second Street McGregor, MN 55760 |
(218) 768-2111 |
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McGregor ISD #4 is a small, rural
school district that is located in a beautiful area of northern
Minnesota. The school district serves about 500 students and is
housed in a building that includes an elementary, a high school,
and early childhood center. Recently, the community supported a
bond referendum that added new classroom space, an auditorium, gym,
community fitness center, and an early childhood center. |
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| Big Sandy Alliance Community Church RR 3 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3408 |
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| Grace Lutheran Church McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-0208 |
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Holy Family Catholic Church PO Box 156 35 S 1st Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2702 Mass Schedule |
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| Our Saviors Lutheran Church
135 First Street S McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3198 |
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| Round Lake Presbyterian Church RR 3 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3962 |
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NatureScape News 7 South Maddy Street PO Box 70 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-BIRD Toll Free: (866) 820-0088 Web: www.naturescapenews.com |
 NatureScape
News celebrates the joy of birds, butterflies and wildflowers. A
newspaper with magazine styling. |
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Voyageur Press of McGregor
P.O. Box 59 15 Country House Lane McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3405 Fax: (218) 768-7046 Toll Free: (888) 339-1199 Web: www.thevoyageurpress.com |
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Big Sandy Lodge & Resort
20534 487th Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3333 Phone: (651) 294-2130 Fax: (651) 294-2129 Web: www.bigsandylodge.net |
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| Country Meadows Inn 403 Meadow Drive McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-REST Toll Free: (888) 331-7378 |
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| Town & Country Motel 201 1st Avenue McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3271 |
| Aitkin Lake Resort & Campground 21607 537th Lane McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3327 Web: http://lcp2.net/jima/ Fifty acres surrounded by State & Federal lands. This resort is one of the oldest in the county. It still has original log cabins in a quiet unpopulated setting. Aitkin lake is almost free of residential buildings, therefore, wildlife is a common sight, including several nesting eagles. |
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Big Sandy Lodge & Resort
20534 487th Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3333 Phone: (651) 294-2130 Fax: (651) 294-2129 Web: www.bigsandylodge.net |
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Hillcrest Resort
20612 498th Lane McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3323 Toll Free: (888) 357-2477 Web: www.bigsandyhillcrestresort.com Hillcrest Resort is located on beautiful Big Sandy Lake, a fascinating lake with 25 islands, the largest of which can be viewed from the lodge. The resort features 7 year round cabins and brand new lodge facilities. The lodge has a full liquor license, variety of foods and seating for up to 100 people. Perfect after a day of fishing or snowmobiling. |
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| Pine Haven Resort
48781 State Highway 65 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3568 Fax: (218) 426-4506 |
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Army Corp of Engineers Campground Sandy Lake
22205 531st Lane McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3482 Web: http://www.reserveusa.com/jsp/ commonpage.jsp?goto=/nrrs/mn/sanl/newindex.html |
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| The recreation area and
campground are located at the outlet of Big Sandy Lake, which is
on the canoe route that linked Lake Superior and the Mississippi
River. The Northwest and American fur companies established major
trading posts on the lake in the 1700s.
The campground has 43 single-family electric sites, 8 walk-in tent sites, 2 group sites, and 5 double-occupancy sites. Other amenities include dump stations, laundry facilities, showers, 2 boat ramps on the lake, 1 boat ramp on the river, swimming beach, playgrounds, picnic shelter, fishing platforms, and a museum. |
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| A & M Auto Repair Maddy Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2277 |
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| A & M Electric of McGregor Inc 21961 Goshawk Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-4909 |
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| A-1 Masonry & Snow Removal McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-5005 |
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Abstract & Title Services
of Aitkin County 25 Maddy Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2128 Web: http://www.abstracttitle.net/ |
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| After Hours Cleaning Service PO Box 224 McGregor, MN 55760-0224 Phone: (218) 821-0733 |
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| Aitkin Agri-Peat Highway 65 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3205 |
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| Aitkin County Abstract Co 15 Country House Lane # 388 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3008 |
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| Aitkin Eyecare Center 255 W State Highway 210 McGregor, MN 55760-5003 Phone: (218) 768-7000 |
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Aspen Realty McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-4663 Toll Free: (877) 551-4663 Web: www.aspenrealtymn.com |
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| Alpha-American Company 1000 Ag Science Drive McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 845-2124 |
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| BCI Classic Homes 1 Kirsch Avenue McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3036 |
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Big
Sand Bar 51866 224th Place McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3011 |
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| Big Sandy Camp & Retreat Center Big Sandy Lake McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3389 |
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| Buckhorn Bar & Grill 105 S Maddy Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-9921 |
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| Bymark's Feed & Tack 151 N Maddy Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-4371 |
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Camp New Hope Inc 53035 Lake Avenue McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3560 Web: www.campnewhopemn.org |
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Catholic Youth Camp 19590 - 520th Lane McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3383 Web: www.cycamp.org |
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Century 21-Twin Lakes
Realty 260 W State Highway 210 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-5100 Web: mcgregor.c21twinlakes.com CENTURY 21 Twin Lakes Realty specializes in recreational properties in this highly-desirable area. Our full-time agents will work hard for you! |
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| Christian Realty North Inc 45955 State Highway 65 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3614 |
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Coldwell Banker Beacon Realty Highways 210 & 65 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3372 Web: www.mcgregorrealty.com |
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| Country House Gift Shop Country House Lane McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2324 |
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| Country Meadows Inn W Jct Hwy 65 & 210 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-7378 |
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| Countryside Millwork 96 N Maddy Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-4083 |
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Covenant Pines Bible Camp 43696 245th Place McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2610 Fax: (218) 768-2611 Web: www.covenantpines.org |
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| Demenge Saw Mill 24363 State Highway 210 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3208 |
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| Eagle Point Lounge Big Sandy Lake McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-4257 |
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| East Lake Asst Living Unit 20849 370th Lane McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-7090 |
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| East Lake Community Center 36666 State Highway 65 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-4088 |
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| East Lake Convenience Store 36040 State Highway 65 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-4434 |
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| Fireside Restaurant Bar & Bottle
Shop W Jct Hwys 65 & 210 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3818 |
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| Fisherman's Bay Highway 65 N McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-4662 |
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Floe International 48473 State Highway 65 McGregor, MN 55780 Phone: Toll Free: (800) 336-6337 Web: www.floeintl.com Manufacturer of Modular Aluminum Roll-in Boat Docks, Aluminum Boat Lift Systems, and Snowmobile Trailers, as well as ATV Trailers, Motorcycle Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, and All-Purpose Utility Trailers, Modular Aluminum Floating Boat Docks; Aluminum PWC, Boat & Pontoon Lift Systems |
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| Freedom Construction of McGregor 150 Maddy Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 838-3281 |
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| Gillis Water Systems 237 E State Highway 210 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2994 |
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| Glen's Sign Dezine 123 Highway 65 N McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-4009 |
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| Go Video 179 Maddy Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2259 |
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| Great River Energy County Road 8 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2135 |
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| Great River Garden Center 2 W Delling Avenue McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3032 |
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| Horner Fence Company McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-7702 |
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| Hugh Heinecke CPA McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3636 |
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| Irwin's Bird Store 7 N Maddy Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2196 |
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| Jackson's Hole RR 2 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2162 |
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| Jerry's Auto Repair RR 4 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3735 |
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| Kangas Construction & Excavating 38329 State Highway 65 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2575 |
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| Kinzer Steven OD 255 W State Highway 210 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-7000 |
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| Lake Minnewawa Sportsmens Club RR 3 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3917 |
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| Lapinski Bros RR 4 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3812 |
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| Larson Law Office McGregor Professional Bldg. McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-4005 |
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Larson's Barn 47987 240TH Avenue McGregor MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3648 Web: www.larsonsbarn.com |
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| Lorri's Hair Salon & Tanning 15 N Maddy Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-4139 |
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| Mark's Bar Highway 65 & 210 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3202 |
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| Mars Prop Repair & Welding 21685 484th Lane McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-4002 |
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McGregor Airport 17 Airport Industrial Drive McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3344 Web: www.mcgregorairport.com |
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McGregor Area Chamber of Commerce Info Booth McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3692 Toll Free: (877) 768-3692 Web: www.mcgregormn.com |
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McGregor Area Food Shelf 45898 State Highway 65 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-3330 Web: www.mcgregorfoodshelf.org |
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| McGregor Area Realty Jct Hwys 210 & 65 N McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3372 |
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| McGregor Auto Body 22410 State Highway 210 McGregor, MN 55760-5400 Phone: (218) 768-2016 |
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| McGregor Back Street Antiques 192 1st Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2930 |
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| McGregor Dairy & Bakery McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2500 |
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| McGregor Floor Store 92 N Maddy Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-2885 |
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| McGregor Funeral Home Maddy St McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3136 |
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| McGregor Glass Company 25 N Maddy Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3201 |
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| McGregor Insurance Agency Inc 83 N Mable Street McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 768-3408 |
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| McGregor Lakes Rental 45589 State Highway 65 McGregor, MN 55760 Phone: (218) 426-4847 |
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