News
Minnesota DNR announces new scientific and natural area in Cook County
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, with help from Great Lakes Restoration Initiative and Reinvest in Minnesota, recently acquired and designated 25 acres in Cook County as the new Icelandite Coastal Fen Scientific and Natural Area.
Grammy nominated Doug Woolverton to perform in Appleton
Renowned trumpet player, Doug Woolverton, returns to his roots in a performance at the Riverview Park Bandstand in Appleton on Tuesday, July 30th as part of their summer concerts in the park series.
Golf tournament for Cancer fundraiser scheduled August 2nd
Unleash your golfing spirit!

Ask a Trooper: VIN Question…
Question: I’ve been helping my neighbor prep for sale a 1955 Ford pickup that has been in her family since new.
United Way Stuff the Bus school supply drive underway
United Way of Southwest Minnesota (UWSWMN) is collecting new school supplies to help local children start the school year right.

Television show traveling to Minnesota looking for private collection antiques
The American Pickers are excited to return to Minnesota!
Help document wild species at Bonanza Prairie event in Big Stone County
Anyone interested can learn from biologists and naturalists, while helping scientists document species diversity, at an upcoming BioBlitz event in Big Stone County.

High temps near 90s over the weekend
We did see some scattered rain and thunderstorms around the state of Minnesota over the weekend and earlier this week.
Chippewa County Courts
Chippewa County Sheriff’s DepartmentScott, Torane Tyrese, Murdock; Offense date 6/14/22 DAR - Driving After Revocation (Misdemeanor); Plea 7/15/24 Guilty; Disposition 7/15/24 Convicted; Court Decision 7/15/24 Sentenced Probation - Adult (Supervised probation, 1 Yr); $100 Fine.Ross, Duane Lee, Granite Falls; Offense date 6/19/24 Insurance - Driver must carry proof of insurance when operating vehicle (Misdemeanor); Plea 7/16/24 Guilty; Disposition 7/16/24 Convicted; Court Decision 7/16/24 Payable without appearance; $200 Fine.