Corps of Engineers makes adjustments to Lac qui Parle Dam
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is adjusting its flood gates at the Lac qui Parle Lake Dam, near Watson, Minnesota, due to ongoing rain within the basin.
Newsletter-Early-Week
Chippewa County Students Among Minnesota Connections Academy’s Class of 2025
In June, 795 graduating seniors from communities across Minnesota were awarded their high school diplomas as members of Minnesota Connections Academy’s Class of 2025. The tuition-free, public online school recently recognized graduates during a traditional, in-person commencement ceremony at the Minneapolis Convention Center on June 7.
Scenes from the Fiesta Days Parade
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New education requirements in effect July 1 for some boaters in Minnesota
Beginning July 1, 2025, more people who operate motorboats or personal watercrafts on Minnesota waters must obtain a valid watercraft operator’s permit. The updated requirements, passed into law during 2023, are intended to make boating safer by ensuring people operating motorized watercraft know the rules and are properly trained.
Montevideo Track & Field athletes go to state
Qualifying for state, Elizabeth O’Malley threw in the discus finals this Tuesday, and Adam VanBinsbergen ran the 800m prelims on Tuesday. There were 20 girls in the discus competition, with the top nine who medal being all-state. There were 19 boys competing in the 800, with the top nine making it to finals held on Wednesday. As of print time, scores were not yet available for this edition.
Council approves moving forward with application to sell low-dose THC beverages
At last weeks regular meeting, the Montevideo City Council discussed a range of matters, including state licensing for low-dose THC beverage sales at the municipal liquor store.
Ask a Trooper: E-Z Pass Text Scam…
Question: I have been receiving text messages about an “E-Z Pass Final Reminder.” It’s something about having an outstanding toll and submitting payment. I was told it was a scam. Can you get me more information on this?
Rain chance for the weekend
Despite the dry conditions, sunshine, and pleasant temperatures over the weekend, we dealt with smoke from Canadian wildfires once again. We had an Air Quality Alert in effect over the weekend through Monday evening for most of the state.
Montevideo Schools staff recognized at annual banquet
On Wednesday, May 28th, the Montevideo Public School district recognized and celebrated teachers, staff and friends of education “70’s Style” at the district’s annual staff recognition banquet.
Live Well, Age Wisely: Insights into Dementia-Related Behaviors…
My position at Prairie Five is funded in part by a grant from the Southwest Initiative Foundation. Without this wonderful organization investing in our rural areas, we would not have robust aging services programming at our agency. Currently, my position is also funded in part by federal Title III dollars which were awarded by the Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging (MNRAAA.) It’s important to acknowledge these funders and express appreciation for them. Thank you!