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Yellow Medicine County Recycling & Disposal Corner: Spring Clean-up

Attention, residents of Yellow Medicine County! The spring cleanup season is approaching, and the county has scheduled three designated cleanup days that will be here before you know it. We have been promoting our Spring Cleanup Days flyer on Facebook, featuring upcoming events in Clarkfield, Canby, and Granite Falls. These cleanup days are open to both city and rural residents.

Knowledge Bowl competes at State competition

Last week, Montevideo’s Knowledge Bowl Team finished strong in 10th place at the State Knowledge Bowl Tournament. The students were also recognized for their efforts, sportsmanship, and attitude with the Heritage/Spirit Award for class AA.

Warmer than average temps

It turned out to be a great weekend across the area! I know many golf courses opened up officially for the season. A few had opened up for a day or two last month, but they quickly shut down after we had a return of winter.

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.

Changes coming to newspaper’s appearance

Last week, CherryRoad Chief Executive Officer Jeremy Gulban traveled to Montevideo and Granite Falls to meet with community members to discuss upcoming changes to the print format of the Montevideo American News, Tri-County News and Advocate Tribune. Starting expected in June, the newspapers will be printed on a new paper, in a new size, that will provide for clearer photos, as well as some other changes to the look of the newspapers print editions.

Ask a Trooper: Backing up…

Question: What is a safe routine when backing up using the mirrors in conjunction with the vehicle’s backup camera?