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Halloween Happenings: A round-up of local events

With Halloween just about a week away, the Montevideo-American News has gathered a round-up of local ways to celebrate the holiday whether for kids or adults. Here are some of the events taking place.

Community members take part in demonstration

On Saturday, local community members took part in the nationwide demonstration titled No Kings Day, participating in the peaceful action of standing together in nonviolent gatherings with a message of defiance of authoritarianism. The website for the organized gathering, nokings.org estimates nearly seven million people attended nationwide.

Community members gather for candlelight vigil

On October 14th, around 150 people gathered at Smith Park in Montevideo for a memorial event in honor of Charlie Kirk. The event included a candlelight vigil, and speakers including Representative Scott VanBinsbergen.

Montevideo Police Reports

*Editors note: Due to space issues all traffic stops of a regular nature, medical assists and assists with transporting inmates have been excluded from this report.

Ask a Trooper: Pavement Markings..

Question: Can you explain what the lines on the highways and streets indicate? I feel like a lot of people can’t figure it out. Thanks.

News from WRAP: Purple for a Purpose – Standing Against Domestic Violence

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month—a time to honor survivors, remember the lives lost, and stand together to break the cycle of abuse. Domestic violence is not an isolated issue; it touches individuals, families, and entire communities. This month calls us to act with urgency: to raise awareness, believe survivors, and work toward a future where safety and healing are possible for all.

The 2025 Madison Bly Fest Taking Place October 17-18

The 2025 Madison Bly Fest will take place in Madison, MN on October 17-18 to celebrate the life and legacy of influential poet Robert Bly (1926-2021). Bly was born and raised in rural Lac qui Parle County. He returned to the Madison area as a young man to write many of his most influential books, including The Light Around the Body, winner of the 1968 National Book Award for Poetry.