May 2024

Duo set on breaking speed record for river travel makes way through local area

Early last Friday morning, two canoers, Scott Duffus and Scott Miller, traveled through the local area in their attempt to set a fastest known paddle time on the Minnesota River - a journey of 317 miles.The journey began at the Minnesota River Headwaters in Ortonville and concluded at the boat ramp at Fort Snelling State Park on Sunday with a time of 63 hours and five minutes.

Clean, drain, dispose to help protect Minnesota waters

The approaching walleye fishing season comes with a reminder from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to always follow state laws to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.It’s important for anglers to take a few minutes for invasive species prevention every time a boat comes out of the water.DNR Invasive Species Program Supervisor Kelly Pennington said that’s true whether an enforcement officer or watercraft inspector is present or not.“All anglers and boaters in Minnesota are required to take three simple steps: clean, drain, dispose,” Pennington said.

Mothers Day Tea held

The Chippewa County Historical Society hosted the 2024 Mother’s Day Tea on Saturday afternoon.