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GUESS WHO?
This week’s photo hint: This photo was published in a 2001 edition of the Montevideo-American News. Last Week’s Answer: Dawn Stary.
Pleasant weather for the weekend
Last Thursday was the anniversary of the tornado outbreak that hit parts of west central and central Minnesota. One area that was hit hard back on May 12, 2022 was the City of Alexandria.
Free family-focused webinars May through August 2023
University of Minnesota Extension University of Minnesota Extension will present a series of webinars from May through August 2023 to support families and those who serve families in making informed decisions that lead to greater health, resilience and well-being.
DNR takes important step toward building a modernized electronic license system
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and Minnesota IT Services have selected conservation technology company S3 as the vendor to build a modern electronic licensing system to serve the state’s anglers, boaters, hunters and recreational vehicle owners.
Montevideo Prom 2023 held with “Roaring 20s” theme
On Saturday, a crowd gathered outside of the Montevideo High School to watch the traditional drive-up portion of the MHS Prom. Some raindrops didn’t stop the festivities as prom goers arrived with umbrellas.
55+ Driver Discount classes offered
The Minnesota Highway Safety Center will be offering 55+ Driver Discount Courses locally on the following days: -May 24th Four Hour Refresher Course: 1 to 5 p.m. Montevideo Community Center.
Take action: Type O negative blood donors needed for emergencies
American Red Cross When every second counts, blood products can provide lifesaving care. The American Red Cross asks the public to give blood or platelets during Trauma Awareness Month in May to keep hospitals prepared for all transfusion needs, including emergencies.
New watershed board of directors member appointed
At Tuesday morning’s meeting of the Yellow Medicine County Board of Commissioners, one of the topics of discussion was the appointment of a new member to serve on the Lac Qui Parle - Yellow Bank Watershed Board of Managers. The appointment is for the remainder of a three-year term ending January 1, 2024. There were three applicants in total, with one of the applicants living outside of the Watershed’s district.
School Board discusses changes to student resource officer position for 2023-24 year
School Board discusses changes to student resource officer position for 2023-24 year One of the topics of discussion at Monday evening’s meeting of the Montevideo School Board involved the School Resource Officer position. Talks about the position and changes to be made to it have been ongoing, and in Superintendent Wade McKittrick’s report, he noted that he met with City Administrator Robert Wolfington and Chief of Police Ken Schule in late April to continue the discussion.