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A 505-Acre Minnesota Lake Has Been Opened To Unlimited Fishing
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has announced that a 505-acre lake is now open to unlimited fishing into next year as they look to reset the ecosystem of the lake by lowering its water levels. The unlimited fishing policy will allow anglers to harvest fish that would likely not...
🚧 Update on Road Construction along US 14 in Nicollet County, MN
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Attention drivers in Nicollet County: according to a recent user-generated report in the Waze navigation app, as noted by the 511MN traffic system, there is ongoing road construction taking place between Hwy 37, 448th Street, and 571st Lane near New Ulm along US 14. While MnDOT cannot verify the accuracy of this Waze report, travelers planning to use this route should anticipate possible delays and may want to consider alternative routes. Stay updated on this and other traffic advisories for a smoother travel experience.
Shape Your Community: Participate in the Sibley County Resident Survey Today
Sibley County is doing a residential survey to learn about the perspectives, needs, and challenges of its residents. Please, complete the 15-min, anonymous survey to help Sibley learn about the county and make decisions to promote growth in the area. This is your opportunity to make your voice heard! Access the survey here or through the QR in the flyer: www.surveymonkey.com/r/PPM7JYLVisit here for more details.
🚧 Road Construction Update on State Highway 22 in Glencoe, MN
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Local travelers in Glencoe, Minnesota may need to adjust their routes as there has been a report of road construction occurring between Cedar Avenue North and Armstrong Avenue North on State Highway 22. The report has originated from a Waze user and has been shared by the 511MN system. While the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has disseminated this information, they have noted that they cannot guarantee the accuracy of the report as it was user-generated. Commuters are advised to be mindful of this development and to plan their travel with potential delays in mind. Please stay tuned for further updates on this construction project.
🚧 Road Construction Update for Glencoe Area
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. A recent post generated through the Waze app and reported in the 511MN system indicates ongoing road construction between Jade Avenue and 125th Street, approximately 3 miles north of Glencoe, Minnesota. Commuters in the region are advised to plan their routes accordingly to avoid delays. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) notes that while this information has been made available to assist travelers, the accuracy of the data provided by the Waze user report cannot be fully guaranteed. Motorists should exercise caution and remain alert for any construction signs or changes in traffic patterns when traveling through this area.
Upcoming Public Hearing on Proposed Changes to Judicial Ditch 15 in Renville, Sibley, and McLeod Counties
The Renville, Sibley, and McLeod Joint County Drainage Authority in Minnesota has scheduled a public hearing on June 4, 2024, to discuss the partial abandonment of Judicial Ditch 15. The hearing will take place at the Renville County Government Services Center in Olivia, Minnesota. It will focus on a petition by local landowners, including Swenson Groveland Farms and individuals like Dale Stamer and the Wertish family, to abandon parts of the ditch.
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