he abnormally dry to drought conditions occurring across Minnesota are creating challenging conditions for people trying to get their boats into or out of the water at public boat launches, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. When water levels drop during extended dry periods, the concrete ramps at boat launches may no longer reach all the way into … [Read more...] about Lack of rain creating challenges at boat launches this summer
Minnesota enters drought warning phase
NR and partners are implementing next drought response steps With 52 percent of Minnesota now experiencing severe drought and 4 percent in extreme drought, the state has entered the drought warning phase. With this designation, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and others are taking additional steps. Current drought information, including details on areas … [Read more...] about Minnesota enters drought warning phase
Central Minnesota Violent Offender Task Force
Commander Jay Salzer advised that on July 16th, 2021, the Central Minnesota Violent Offender Task Force conducted a search warrant in the 300 block of Park Meadows Drive, in the city of Waite Park, Mn. Several months ago, investigators from the Central Minnesota Violent Offender Task Force received information that a Jacob William Curtis Peterson, 31 years old, from … [Read more...] about Central Minnesota Violent Offender Task Force
Upsala City • July 6, 2021
Call to Order/Attendance: The City Council meeting was called to order at Upsala City Hall by Mayor Rollie Johnson at 7:00 P.M. The pledge of allegiance was said. On roll call members present were Mayor Rollie Johnson, Crystal Benson, Brian Lange, and Mitch Lange; Absent: Lana Bartells. Staff present: First Response Vice President Andrea Douvier, Public Works Director … [Read more...] about Upsala City • July 6, 2021