April 2024
Judge orders criminal proceedings to continue in police standoff in Watson
In the latest hearing in the criminal case against Joseph Rongstad, of Watson, on April 4th, a judge ordered the criminal proceedings would continue after a court-ordered evaluation by Dr.
Montevideo softball defeats Hancock 12-11
From Staff ReportsThe Montevideo Girls Varsity Softball team began their season with a loss to BOLD 2-12.
Montevideo tennis team begins season
From Staff ReportsThe Montevideo Boys Varsity Tennis team began their season last week at the Redwood Valley Triangular.
Area Church Schedules
Assembly of God, ClarkfieldSUNDAY: Sunday School 9 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m.; Evening 7 p.m.Wednesday: Teens 5 p.m.; Young Explorers 6:30 p.m.Augustana Lutheran Church, ClarkfieldSunday Worship 10 a.m.Bergen Lutheran Church, Granite FallsSunday Worship 11 am.

Memory Care Corner: Are you hungry?
As my mother-in-law’s dementia progressed, her appetite decreased.
The Lowe Down: 15th Century thinking…
If you don’t think life is amazing, consider the fact that you are sitting on a large rock orbiting the Sun in a galaxy called The Milky Way.
Several southwest Minnesota highways will receive new signs starting April 22
The Minnesota Department of Transportation is replacing signs along several state highways in southwest Minnesota beginning April 22.
DNR offers tips for staying safe this off-highway vehicle season
Off-highway vehicles have been common sights across the state for weeks now, and they’ll become more prevalent going forward, as trails open for use as conditions allow.With what could be an unusually long riding season on tap and the continued surge in the number of all-terrain vehicles registered in the state, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources urges all riders to make safety their top priority.
Spring turkey hunting begins April 17
Minnesota turkey hunting begins this month, with opportunities available from Wednesday, April 17, through Friday, May 31.
Stream trout fishing opened statewide April 13th
Minnesota’s popular stream trout season opens Saturday, April 13, with quality fishing opportunities in every region of the state.