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🚧 Caution Advised: Animals on the Road near Granite Falls, MN
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Local motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling between 300th Avenue and 522nd Street, approximately 3 miles west of Granite Falls, Minnesota. Reports have indicated the presence of animals on the roadway, potentially posing risks to drivers. Individuals driving through this area should reduce speed and stay vigilant to avoid any incidents. This safety notice aims to prevent traffic disruptions and ensure the well-being of both drivers and wildlife.
🚨 Update: Animal Hazard Alert on MN 7 Between 40th and 30th Avenues SW
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Residents and commuters in Chippewa County should exercise caution while traveling on MN 7, specifically between 40th Avenue Southwest and 30th Avenue Southwest, one mile east of Montevideo. There have been reports of animals on the roadway that may pose a danger to drivers. Please be vigilant and stay alert while driving through this stretch to ensure your safety and the safety of the animals. Adjust your speed accordingly and watch for any unexpected obstacles.
KOERNER: Outdoor play
Last week, I discussed the benefits of outdoor play. Next, I would like to explore ideas and get creative on things to do outside to hopefully spark your own imagination on how to make outside time more appealing to children than electronics. Be a good role model for your children and spend time outside yourself! Sometimes we have to make it a priority for it to happen. Don’t overthink it and it doesn’t always have to be complicated or elaborate.
WINKEL: Find your 'Why'
Sometimes physical activity can be a chore. After a long day of work, running errands, and taking care of loved ones, it can seem like another “to-do” on the list. However, when we avoid movement, we feel guilt creep in. We know it’s important to improve the number on the scale, decrease cholesterol, manage blood sugar, and set ourselves up for healthy aging. Although these are all significant reasons to get active, they may not be enough.
After decades-long fight, state park land will be returned to Upper Sioux Community
GRANITE FALLS, Minn. — After 60 years as a state park, more than a thousand acres of land are being returned to the Upper Sioux Community near Granite Falls. It's something that tribal members have been pushing for — for decades.WCCO's John Lauritsen talked with visitors and tribal leaders about what it means. "We used to do a wagon train out here, once a year. Spent the whole day in the state park," said Orlen Torke, visitor. Over the years, Torke spent countless hours kayaking, hiking and horseback riding at the Upper Sioux Agency State Park. It's why he chose to...
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