November 2024
Montevideo swimmers earn way to sections
From Staff ReportsLast week, Montevideo Varsity Girls Swim and Dive team members pictured (first row) Anika Burmeister, Lily Kranz, Elisabeth O’Malley (second row) Addison Pauling, Gracyn Reiffenberger, Lauren Dove, Isabelle Norman (third row) Gillian Nelson, Ava Fitzkappes and Emma Boysen earned their way to sections.
Chippewa County Courts
Chippewa County Sheriff’s DepartmentCollins, Christopher Michael, Montevideo; Offense date 6/24/22 4th Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct (Felony); Plea 6/24/24 Guilty; Disposition 10/29/24 Convicted; Court Decision 10/29/24 Stay of Imposition Probation - Adult Supervised Probation 5 yr, Local Confinement (64 days, credit for time served: 64 days); $500 Fine.
Montevideo students to participate in Morris Challenge Rural Youth Institute at UMN Morris
The University of Minnesota Morris is hosting high school students and teachers from throughout west central Minnesota for its annual Morris Challenge Rural Youth Institute on two dates in November.According to Morris Challenge Director Doug Reed, the mission of the Morris Challenge Rural Youth Institute is to encourage current and future generations of rural youth to seize the opportunities of a sustainable future.“Youth voices are essential to creating thriving rural communities.
Live Well, Age Wisely: Part D Changes for 2025…
If you have a standalone Part D prescription drug plan, it’s always a wise idea to do a plan comparison during the annual Medicare Open Enrollment period which runs October 15th-December 7th.
Beyond Reason: Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice. . .
In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” -Benjamin FranklinBenny Boy’s said it there.
Ask a Trooper: Seatbelts and airbags…
Question: My vehicle is equipped with airbags.
Ann Jenson receives TZD EMS Star Award at 24th annual Toward Zero Deaths conference
Six people and one radio station were honored recently for their outstanding work to reduce the number of life-changing crashes on Minnesota roads.
PACT for families hosts Brain Conference 2024 to address bullying and suicide prevention
PACT for Families Collaborative, along with sponsors—Blue Cross Blue Shield, Greater Minnesota Family Services, and Ridgewater College—are proud to announce the 2024 BRAIN CONFERENCE, titled “Before It’s Too Late: Conversations about Bullying and Suicide Prevention.” This impactful event will take place on November 14, 2024, bringing together community members, educators, mental health professionals, parents, and youth to address the pressing issues of bullying and suicide.The conference will feature Tom Thelen as the keynote speaker.