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WCCO investigates the state of Minnesota's dams and what's being done to reduce the risk
MINNEAPOLIS — Images of the Rapidan Dam from last month show what a powerful force water can be. A partial failure pushed the Blue Earth River around the dam, taking land and a home with it. That wasn't the only dam that failed during the historic rainfall and flooding — two others had issues as well. Minnesota is home to 1,162 dams. So how likely is it to happen again?Across the metro and the state, dams control flooding on waterways, maintain lake levels for recreation and help fish and wildlife. Some are big structures. Others you might miss. Each has a...
Faribault VFW's season ends after playoff losses to Northfield and Albert Lea
The Faribault VFW baseball team’s season came to a close last weekend in the playoffs as they traveled to Northfield and played three games, winning one. Their first game was against Albert Lea, which they won 5-2 on Saturday. They then faced off against an undefeated Northfield team, losing 13-3. They had another chance to face off against Northfield if they won against Albert Lea in a rematch, but they lost 11-2, ending their season. ...
Four-wheeler, trailer, copper stolen and other reports
Deputies received a report at 4:13 p.m. Tuesday of a four-wheeler, trailer and two barrels of copper that were stolen at 72505 120th St. in Glenville. 1 arrested on warrant Deputies arrested Sarah Esther Woitas, 47, on a Mower County warrant at 1:22 p.m. Tuesday at 411 S. Broadway. 1 arrested on probation violation, warrant […] The post Four-wheeler, trailer, copper stolen and other reports appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
‘One little way of saying thank you’: Events organized for this weekend to raise money for Honor Flight
This weekend a fundraiser seeking to recognize veterans and honor the sacrifices they made will be held in Albert Lea. The post ‘One little way of saying thank you’: Events organized for this weekend to raise money for Honor Flight appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Local authorities staying vigilant on election security
As cybersecurity and election infrastructure experts raise alarms about attacks to election security, local authorities are working to stay on top of evolving threats. These threats can come in many forms, both physical and digital, from ransomware attacks on local governments to violence and harassment at polling places. Earlier this month, the Steele County Board of Commissioners approved the installation of safety glass in the property tax and elections department,...
APS announces new cell phone, device rules for upcoming school year
Austin Public Schools has announced new rules for cell phone and personal device use by students within the district’s schools. Sent out Tuesday, the new policy follows legislation passed in Minnesota this year requiring districts to adopt a policy on student cell phone and device use by March 15, 2025. Recently, the district updated its […] The post APS announces new cell phone, device rules for upcoming school year appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
People can no longer comment on the City of Rochester's social media posts
ROCHESTER, Minn. – The City of Rochester is ending all comments on its social media pages. Mayor Kim Norton will also discontinue comments on her page. “The City of Rochester believes it is important to help support and foster a safe and inclusive community,” says City Administrator Alison Zelms. “Unfortunately, like other communities across the state of Minnesota and the nation, we have seen comments and activity via our social media channels that is counterproductive to those efforts. Discontinuing the use of comments effectively reduces the potential for harmful content and negative interactions because it removes an unmoderated and monitored forum for those activities.”
Second suspect charged in drive-by shooting case enters guilty plea
(ABC 6 News) – The second suspect charged in a Sept. 2023 drive-by shooting entered a guilty plea in Olmsted County Court Wednesday. Anthony Lavell Frazier Jr., 20, pleaded guilty to a single charge of dangerous weapons–drive-by shooting toward an occupied motor vehicle or building related to a Sept. 25 incident on Chardonnay Lane NW, Rochester.
Aces close out regular season with win over Blue Jays
The Owatonna Aces looked to bounce back on Monday night and avoid losing three straight home games after losses to the Wanamingo Jacks and the Dodge County Diamondbacks over the weekend. The faced off against the Austin Blue Jays on Monday night, with the game starting late and lasting only seven innings. After falling behind early, the Aces quickly tied the game up and took the lead, as they won 6-3 over the Blue Jays. ...
Prairie drawing exhibition opens in Lanesboro Aug. 17
Lanesboro Arts presents “Traces of a Prairie,” an exhibition of large-scale graphite drawings by Lois Peterson. The exhibition runs from August 17 to October 20 with an opening reception on August 17 from 6-8 p.m. Attendees can enjoy conversations with the artist and live music by Kristin Eggen and friends. Peterson will also be providing free, live prairie plants at the opening reception for the first 100 attendees to take home.
Man who shut down Interstate 35 near Faribault had over 40 pounds of meth in his car, charges say
FARIBAULT, Minn. — A man who held up traffic on Interstate 35 near Faribault for hours on Sunday had more than 40 pounds of meth in his vehicle, charging documents filed in Rice County allege.A 42-year-old man from Minneapolis is facing multiple felony drug charges and a charge for illegally possessing a firearm as a felon convicted of a crime of violence.Charges say law enforcement attempted to stop the man's vehicle on I-35 in Steele County by using stop sticks. The vehicle pulled over at one point and a 29-year-old woman exited before the man continued on the interstate.The woman...
‘Miracle Treat Day’ returns to benefit Sanford Children’s Hospital in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On Thursday, select Dairy Queen locations in South Dakota and Minnesota will benefit Sanford Children’s Hospital through Miracle Treat Day. At least $1 from every Blizzard sold on July 25 and Blizzard coupon sales will support kids at Sanford Children’s Hospital in...
Lake Mills Takes Steps to Maintain its Public Pool
The Lake Mills City Council was made aware of an issue that recently developed at their public pool. According to City Clerk Diane Price, the pool had to take action to quickly remedy the situation. The council was asked to approve the purchase of a reserve pump. Price explained why...
Keegan Bradley wants Tiger Woods 'as involved as he wants to be' with 2025 United States Ryder Cup team
It’s been a surreal couple of weeks for Keegan Bradley. Earlier this month, Bradley was named the United States captain for the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black from Sept. 26-28. However, he knew well before the official announcement and kept it tightly under wraps. “I sat on the...
Man jailed for credit card fraud in Cerro Gordo County
MASON CITY, Iowa – A man has been arrested for credit card fraud in North Iowa. Ethan Brian Woods, 24, was picked up on an outstanding warrant in Linn County and transported to the Cerro Gordo County Jail, where he is being held on $10,000 bond. Woods is charged...
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