Farm transition and estate planning
University of Minnesota Extension is presenting four webinars on introductory farm transition and estate planning. Webinars will be held on Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. starting January 4, 2023. There is no cost to attendees. Attend one or attend all four!
News from W.R.A.P.:
January is Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month as well as National Stalking Awareness Month. WoMen’s Rural Advocacy Programs, Inc.
Local author releases new book
Patricia Lubeck is a local author who has just released her new book, Asylum Scandals. This book is about two of Minnesota’s two oldest state hospitals. One in St. Pete (that opened in 1866) and one in Rochester (that opened in 1879). Her latest book tells the harrowing tales of patients who were locked away in the asylums.
GUESS WHO?
This week’s photo hint: This photo was published in a 2007 edition of the Montevideo-American News. Last Week’s Answer: Ken Schule.
A look back at the 2022 weather
We are now into 2023 as we welcomed in the new year on Sunday. With it being a a brand new year, it is time to look back at the year that was when it came to the weather.
Snow impacting access to state parks, trails
Recent significant snow events are impacting winter recreation access in state parks and trails in northern Minnesota, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Heavy, wet snowfall last week made many roads and trails impassable and cut power to several state parks. Additional snow and bitter cold temperatures this week further impacted conditions at some state parks and trails across Minnesota.
COURT NEWS
Montevideo Police Department Ruiz, Lianette, Montevideo; Offense date 12/7/22 Drivers License - No MN DL (Misdemeanor); Plea 12/26/22 Guilty; Disposition 12/26/22 Convicted; 12/26/22 Payable without appearance; $100 Fine. Lopez, Fausto, Montevideo; Offense date 11/30/22 Traffic - DAS (Misdemeanor); Plea 12/24/22 Guilty; Disposition 12/24/22 Convicted; Court Decision 12/24/22 Payable without appearance; $200 Fine.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Wednesday, January 11th: Free genealogy webinar “Future of Family History” with the Chippewa County Historical Society. Pre-registration is required. Hosted by MGS via GoToWebinar. The webinar is free, and will be hosted by Terri OConnell, a professional genealogist. Register online at register.gotowebinar. com.
Montevideo family to open a fourth in a chain of restaurants this year
Jessica Stölen-Jacobson Editor jstolen-jacobson@cherryroad. In a press release sent by the Granite Falls Economic Development Authority this week, it was announced that the City of Granite Falls has entered into an agreement with Rafael Nunez to purchase the former Dallas II site on Highway 212.
Minnesota artist working on Dakota Landmap project
Recently completed map features Minnesota River Valley com St. Paul artist Marlena Myles of Marlena Myles Art & Design, has recently created her third in a series of Dakota land maps, with the most recent featuring the Minnesota River Valley.