May 2025

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, May 28th: Dr. Anton Treuer - Author, Speaker, Trainer, Professor will discuss his book “Everything you wanted to know about Indians but were afraid to ask” from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Montevideo Veteran’s Home Community Room.

Guess Who?

Each week, the Montevideo American News will share a photograph from our archives for you to “guess who”. To submit your guesses, send us a message by email to jstolen-jacobson@cherryroad.com or message our Facebook page. We will publish the answers the next week.

From the Editor’s Desk

You might have noticed our website message that says “Become a Community Insider Business”, and you may have wondered what that means?

Milan Community News

And there aren’t many kind words that I would like to share with Mother Nature. I mean, REALLY. 90s at the beginning of the week and highs of 50s by the end of the week. The rain was very welcome, but there is nothing wrong with a warm rain. And someone needs to turn OFF the wind machine. I’m hoping that this coming week moderates a little.

Archery in the Parks at Lac qui Parle State Park, Saturday May 24th

Archery in the Parks is hands-on instruction shooting a bow and arrow from certified instructors in a safe and supportive environment. Aim for a family adventure with kid-friendly equipment designed for beginners aged 8 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All equipment is provided. Personal archery equipment is not allowed. This program is run as a stop by, first come first served program.

Temperatures closer to average

We saw some frost over the weekend and earlier this week in parts of Minnesota. It always is a gamble this time of the year as the temperatures can range from the 80s and 90s for highs, to the 20s and 30s for overnight lows. Many people had to cover their plants or bring them inside earlier this week.

Ask a Trooper: Zipper Merge…

Question: I read your last article about road construction and work zones. Can you talk about the zipper merge? It seems like a lot of people don’t know what it is or can’t figure it out. Thank you.

Beyond Reason: Kidz Bop…

Innocence is a gift. It’s fleeting. Innocence is more than the absence of knowledge; it is a kind of purity of the soul. And perhaps nowhere is that purity more obvious than in a child’s voice.

Live Well, Age Wisely: Book bags at Prairie Five…

Do you belong to a book club, study group, learning circle or other gathering where people get together to connect around reading or education? If so, you may be interested in checking out one of the three titles that Prairie Five has available in our Book Bag collection. Each book bag has 12-15 copies of the same book title and a discussion guide. I’m happy to serve as the discussion leader if you’re considering this for a community event.