November 2023

Minnesota DNR State Forest Nursery accepting seedling orders
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources State Forest Nursery is accepting orders for spring 2024 seedlings beginning Oct.
Community Health Fair at Ridgewater moves to November
Some people in Minnesota have put away their boaLive a healthier lifestyle by connecting with resources and vendors at the Ridgewater Community Health Fair set for 10:30 a.m.

Hwy 212 Renville to Granite Falls detour lifted; project complete
The Highway 212 Renville to Granite Falls detour was lifted last Friday, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

Dawson-Boyd Arts Association presents Sing Me a Country Song
Dawson-Boyd Arts Association presents Bobby Vandell and Colleen Raye performing their popular show entitled Sing Me A Country Song – Great Country Duets, Hits and More at Memorial Auditorium in Dawson on Saturday, November 11 at 7:00pm.
Staying safe on cold water is everyone’s responsibility
Some people in Minnesota have put away their boats for the year, but plenty of others will squeeze out every bit they can of the open-water season, whether they’re chasing game, targeting fish or paddling lakes and rivers.To anyone on or around the water this fall, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources offers this reminder: Your safety is your responsibility.
Shoemaker appointed by Governor Walz
Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan last week announced appointments to the Board of the Foster Youth Ombudsperson, Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board, Center for Rural Policy and Development, Governor’s Advisory Council on Climate Change, Governor’s Council on Connected and Automated Vehicles, Minnesota Assistive Technology Advisory Council, Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority, and Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board.

Ask a Trooper: Careless driving
Question: What is the difference between careless or reckless driving?

Heritage Haven committee members interviewed for podcast
Last week, former Montevideo Mayor Debra Lee Fader returned to town to interview Pastor Chris Dornbusch and Pastor Don McKee of Our Saviors Lutheran Church, and the Heritage Haven Committee about the progress on the transitional housing shelter that will eventually open in Montevideo for her Queen of Kindness Podcast.

CCM Health honors Dr. Eleazar Briones by naming surgery area in his honor
CCM Health is thrilled to announce a significant occasion that reflects its deep appreciation for the remarkable contributions of one of its long-time surgeons.