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Belview author Teresa Peterson to discuss her new book Perennial Ceremony at Granite Area Arts Council on July 18
Belview, Minnesota author Teresa Peterson will discuss her new book, Perennial Ceremony: Lessons and Gifts from a Dakota Garden (University of Minnesota Press, PUB DATE: June 18, 2024), at an event on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at 7:00 PM at Granite Area Arts Council (807 Prentice Street, Granite Falls, MN 56241).In this rich collection of prose, poetry, and recipes, Teresa Peterson shares how she found refuge from the struggle to reconcile her Christianity and Dakota spirituality, discovering solace and ceremony in communing with the earth.
Connor Osbon graduates from the University of Mississippi
Connor Osbon, of Montevideo, MN, is among the more than 3,100 students who earned their degrees from the University of Mississippi in May 2024.Osbon, who majored in Criminal Justice, received a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the School of Applied Sciences.“Our May 2024 graduates are distinguished by incredible achievements, character and resilience,” Chancellor Glenn Boyce said.
$16 million in grants awarded to strengthen Minnesota’s community forests
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has announced that 81 communities will be receiving a collective $16 million through the ReLeaf Community Forestry Grants and the Shade Tree Bonding Grants, marking a significant investment in community forestry.
Operation Dry Water anchors DNR safety, enforcement efforts during long holiday week
People across the state are gearing up for lots of time on the water in the days ahead and just after the Fourth of July holiday.
Chippewa County Courts
Chippewa County Sheriff’s DepartmentRodriguez, Victor Moran, Houston, Texas; Offense date 3/6/24 2nd Degree Assault (Felony); Plea 6/6/24 Guilty; Disposition 6/24/24 Convicted; Court Decision 6/24/24 Sentenced Commit to Commissioner of Corrections - Adult (MN Correctional Facility - St.
South Dakota friends enjoy Minnesota River trip
Each year, a group of friends from around South Dakota gathers for a camping/kayaking trip at an agreed upon location.
Area businesses and orgnizations join Western Fest Grande Parade in Granite Falls
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MPCA proposes changes to feedlot permits to protect waters from nitrate pollution
As part of efforts to reduce nitrate pollution statewide, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) today released proposed changes to two permits that regulate the state’s largest animal feedlots.
Chippewa County Courts
Chippewa County Sheriff’s DepartmentAlvarenga Lopez, Jorge Alexander, Willmar; Offense date 7/28/23 DL - Driving without a Valid License Endorsement for Vehicle Driven (Misdemeanor); Plea 6/22/24 Guilty; Disposition 6/22/24 Convicted; Court Decision 6/22/24 Payable without appearance; $100 Fine.
Chippewa County Fair scheduled for July 31st – August 4th
The Chippewa County Fair is scheduled to be held this year July 31st through August 4th at the fair grounds in Montevideo.