Local Interest

Morrison County Sheriff Shawn Larsen is asking area boaters to operate their watercraft at slow no-wake speeds whenever possible on area lakes that have high-water levels. According to Larsen, high-water levels continue to be an issue on Shamineau Lake and Crookneck Lake in northwestern Morrison County. Boaters should be aware that causing excessive wakes can create … [Read more...] about Morrison County Sheriff’s Office July 2, 2018

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Bowlus Minnesota Fun Days Parade July 1, 2018 In The Rain | Hometown News http://www.hometownnews.biz … [Read more...] about Bowlus Minnesota Fun Days Parade July 1, 2018 In The Rain | Hometown News

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation urges motorists to plan ahead before traveling over the July 4 holiday and to use extra care while driving through highway work zones. Flooding in some areas of the state will also affect travel. AAA predicts a record 39.7 million people will travel by road over the long weekend, which starts Tuesday, July 3, and … [Read more...] about Gearing up for July 4 holiday travel? MnDOT urges motorists to use caution in work zones, flooded areas

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation reminds motorists to use railroad emergency notification system signs when there is a safety issue or emergency situation at a rail grade crossing. The blue and white signs are posted near the crossing on both sides of the road and should be clearly visible to the road user. The emergency notification system sign … [Read more...] about MnDOT urges motorists to use emergency notification system signs at railroad crossings