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🚨 Animal Hazard Alert Update: West Railroad Street to County Road 31 Near Norwood Young America
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Local travelers should exercise caution when commuting between West Railroad Street and County Road 31, approximately 1 mile west of Norwood Young America, due to reported animal presence on the roadway. There may be unexpected wildlife crossing or along the road, which can pose risks to both the animals and the drivers. Please stay vigilant, reduce speed if necessary, and adhere to any warning signs or temporary traffic controls put in place. Local transportation agencies are monitoring the situation to ensure public safety and minimize disruptions. As always, preserving life and property is of utmost priority, so please be prepared for potential delays or detours. Keep an eye out for further updates on this situation.
Waconia preps to present the bard’s tale
Sword fights? A dog? Shakespearean prose? All that and more takes over the Waconia High School Performing Arts Center stage May 9-11 as the WHS Theatre Department presents their 2024 spring play Shakespeare in Love. It’s a month for Shakespeare fans. As the Guthrie Theater stages William Shakespeare’s history plays ("Richard II," "Henry IV" and "Henry V"), Waconia High School will present "Shakespeare in Love" on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. ...
Association honors Mackenthun’s for Minnesota-grown, hunger initiatives
Mackenthun’s Fine Foods of Waconia was among the honorees at the Minnesota Grocers Association (MGA) Champions Luncheon held on Tuesday, April 16 at the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel in Eagan. This event showcases from, farm to fork, the Minnesota food industry’s positive impact on our communities. The afternoon highlighted the accomplishments of those engaged in all aspects of the Minnesota food industry. Mackenthun’s took regional honors in the Minnesota Grown program recognizing grocers that bring local products to market. The Waconia family grocer also was recognized with a Bag Hunger Campaign “Silver Plate Award” for community hunger support. The MGA’s 2023 campaign donated more than 1.5 million meals across the state, and in the last 15 years has provided over 44 million meals to hungry families in Minnesota.
New Home Needed: Meet the Latest Adorable Puppies Up for Adoption in Hutchinson, MN
Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around hutchinson..
Goats, grubs and grooves
Schram Haus Brewery’s annual Goat Fest drew crowds on April 20, featuring 25 lively goats from family-owned Goat Shine in Glencoe, Minnesota. Ranging from four months to two years old, these adorable animals stole the show with cuddles and races for attendees to enjoy. In addition to goat antics, festival-goers savored yummy treats from local food trucks and tapped their feet to the tunes of Traveled Ground, a popular band...
Food shelf discusses Watertown plans, upcoming events
Waconia’s Gather and Grow food shelf announced in April it is expanding to Watertown and that community’s food shelf located in the city hall building at 309 Lewis Ave. South. What that means is some changes are coming to the Watertown site over the next six months to get it certified as a Super Shelf like Waconia, according to Angie Cruzen, Gather and Grow executive director. Among those changes are...
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