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Chippewa County Courts
Chippewa County Sheriff’s DepartmentWagley, Justin Scott, Broomfield, Colorado; Offense date 6/9/24 3rd Degree Test Refusal (Gross Misdemeanor); Plea 7/25/24 Guilty; Disposition 7/25/24 Convicted; Amended Court Decision 8/30/24 Sentenced Local Confinement (364 Days, Stay 361 Days For 1 Yr Credit for time served: 3 Days); $400 Fine.Montevideo Police DepartmentEmery, Benjamin Isaac, Montevideo; Offense date 9/27/23 5th Degree Controlled Substance Possession (Felony); Plea 7/8/24 Guilty; Disposition 9/3/24 Convicted; Court Decision 9/3/24 Sentenced Commit to Commissioner of Corrections - Adult (MN Correctional Facility - St.
Incident downtown leads to three in hospital
On September 1, 2024, at 0230 hours the Montevideo Police Department was dispatched to Inn Like Flinns bar for what was described as a fight.
New Athlete of the Week program launch
Starting in September, please support your local student athletes each week by voting for your favorite hometown sports stars.
Southwest Minnesota communities celebrate Welcoming Week in September
Internationally, Welcoming Week takes place September 13-22 this year, an annual celebration that brings together neighbors of all backgrounds to build strong connections and affirm the importance of welcoming and inclusive places in achieving collective prosperity.Communities in southwest Minnesota are hosting activities throughout September and into early October to celebrate welcoming, inclusive communities.
News from Countryside Public Health: September is National Preparedness Month
At Countryside Public Health, we are committed to serving our five-county region—Big Stone, Chippewa, Lac qui Parle, Swift, and Yellow Medicine—to help our communities and residents prepare for both minor and major emergencies.
Resident makes creative use of empty storefront space
Have you ever looked around your home and thought of all the memories tied to every little thing.
Montevideo Schools welcome new staff for 2024-25 school year
With the new school year comes new staff members at Montevideo Schools.
Chippewa County Courts
Chippewa County Sheriff’s DepartmentCockerman, James Riley, Maple, Wisconsin; Offense date 6/25/12 Traffic - Drivers License - Driving After Suspension (Misdemeanor); Plea 8/28/24 Guilty; Disposition 8/28/24 Convicted; Court Decision 8/28/24 Payable without appearance; $200 Fine.
Waterfowl hunting seasons have begun
Minnesota waterfowl seasons are around the corner and hunters have a wide variety of opportunities to look forward to in 2024, with seasons starting Sunday, Sept.
Walk-In Access lands opened Sept. 1
Walk-In Access areas will be open for public use beginning Friday, Sept.