Local Interest

The Minnesota Department of Transportation encourages all motorists who choose to travel during the 2020 Memorial Day holiday weekend to focus on safety when driving through work zones and when interacting with others off the road. “Minnesotans have a long tradition of observing Memorial Day with travel to meet with and support family and friends throughout the state,” said … [Read more...] about MnDOT urges Minnesotans to stay safe this Memorial Day holiday

Every May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and with the COVID-19 pandemic this year it’s even more important to take care of our own mental health and support those around us. For many, the pandemic has meant worry about their health, their community, those most at risk and the future, as well as, financial and employment concerns while at the same time feeling isolated with … [Read more...] about May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Over the weekend, CentraCare tested all residents and employees of long-term care facilities for coronavirus (COVID-19) to ensure we are protecting those who are most vulnerable to this disease. Testing was done for all residents and employees, even if symptoms of COVID-19 are not present. CentraCare is also committed to ongoing asymptomatic testing at our congregate … [Read more...] about CentraCare Completes Asymptomatic Testing For All Residents, Employees At Long-Term Care Facilities

Sauk Centre man injured after ATV rollover. At 7:29 this morning, Stearns County Sheriff’s deputies responded to an ATV accident with injuries at 40679 County Road 183 in Ashley Township. David Walter, 52, of Sauk Centre, was operating his 2006 Polaris Ranger 4x4 to escort cattle that escaped from the pasture. One of the cows moved in front of the ATV and Mr. Walter … [Read more...] about ATV Accident with Injuries

On Wednesday, May 13th, Governor Walz extended the emergency order related to COVID and opened several avenues for local businesses and changed the Stay at Home theme to a Stay Safe effort. When the new order takes effect on Monday, May 18th, salons, spas, bars or restaurants are still not allowed to open. A plan for these businesses should be provided by May 20th to possibly … [Read more...] about Sheriff’s Office Response Plan to Governor’s Orders