News

Memorial Day storms hit the area

In the early hours of Monday morning, the first of multiple storms to move through the area left a trail of broken branches and muddy yards, putting a hindrance on all area Memorial Day programs. By evening, a second round of storms moved through the area, causing the most damage in the Hanley Falls area, and Milan/Appleton area. The US National Weather Service of Twin Cities/ Minnesota shared a photograph on their Facebook page taken by a Twitter user of a tornado between Milan and Appleton, confirming a tornado sighting amidst the high winds and heavy rains. The storm warnings issued throughout the day by local emergency management services, as well as the National Weather Service made comparisons between this storm’s path and behavior to the storm that left the Montevideo area with extensive damage on May 12th.

29th Annual Chippewa and Yellow Medicine Counties Relay for Life held

Friday evening, the 29th annual Chippewa and Yellow Medicine Counties American Cancer Society Relay for Life event was held at Smith Park in Montevideo. The event began with a performance by the community band, while guests were able to visit vendor booths, enjoy a meal and sign up for the split-thepot. Luminaries were set about the path through the park, and one section was designated as a “survivors garden”, featuring photographs and paper flowers with the survivors names.

Community member expresses concerns at board meeting

At the regular monthly meeting of the CCM Health Board last Wednesday, community member Kevin Wald was in attendance to address the board with some concerns over the topics of budget, the Wellness center, and more.

U of M offers planting decision advice

Many farmers are concerned about the cool spring weather and cold soil temperatures. Usually, farmers have started planting by now. Hopefully, the weather will warm up and planting will progress. Farmers have started to discuss prevented planting. As the planting season goes on, farmers will have to decide whether to plant or not to plant. Final planting dates for corn producers are May 25 (northern Minnesota) and May 31 (southern Minnesota). June 10 is the final planting date for soybeans for the whole state. If you decide not to plant, there is a formula to use to determine your prevented planting rate. There is a simple payment rate of $5.90 multiplied by your APH and your insured percentage multiplied by 55% to get your prevented planting rate for corn. For example, 85% coverage is $5.90 *180 bushels (APH)*.85 *.55= $496.49 per acre payment less premium. For soybeans: $14.33*50 bushels (APH)*.85 *.60=$365.42 per acre payment less premium.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Monday, May 30th: Memorial Day Program at Sunset Memorial Cemetery 11:00 a.m. Lunch will be served at the American Legion Post 59 Club Room, by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 59 following the program at Sunset Memorial Cemetery.

Students experience volunteering through Kids in the Community Day

Last week, students at Montevideo Schools participated in the 12th annual Kids in the Community day. For the annual event, students participate in service projects around the community. This year’s projects included cleaning up at CCM Health, the Montevideo Fire Department, United Methodist Church, Sunset Cemetery, behind Main Street, Pioneer (Heritage) Village, Smith Park, and the Chippewa County Courthouse. Montevideo Middle School principal Shawn Huntley says, “It’s a great opportunity for kids to learn the importance of service (volunteer) projects. This is our way of saying thank you to our community for all of the support we receive during the school year. Photos by Jessica Stolen-Jacobson

Three community boards meet to discuss community’s challenges

Last Thursday, three of Montevideo’s boards met in a rare occasion to discuss their thoughts on the challenges facing the community. The Montevideo Industry and Development Commission (MIDC), Economic and Development Authority (EDA), and Montevideo Community Development Committee (MCDC) gathered at the Community Center with an agenda to discuss housing, business retention and expansion, and future collaboration.

COURT NEWS

Montevideo Police Department Lindberg, Matthew Russell, Chaska; Offense date 10/21/17 Traffic - DAS (Misdemeanor); Plea 5/18/22 Guilty; Disposition 5/18/22 Convicted; Court Decision 5/18/22 Payable without appearance; $200 Fine. Offense date 10/21/17 Drugs - Possess Marijuana in MV (Misdemeanor); Plea 5/18/22 Guilty; Disposition 5/18/22 Convicted; Court Decision 5/18/22 Payable without appearance; $150 Fine.