Local Interest

During the spring “cold water season” of Memorial Day weekend, boaters are reminded that wearing a life jacket is a safety necessity. While boaters are encouraged to always wear a life jacket no matter the water temperature or season, public safety officials stress that wearing a life jacket – not just having it on the boat – is the one action that significantly increases the … [Read more...] about Early season boaters urged to wear life jackets on cold water

ST. PAUL, Minn. – With summer road construction in full swing, the Minnesota Department of Transportation urges motorists to plan ahead before traveling during Memorial Day weekend and use extra care while driving through highway work zones. “MnDOT will suspend work on most projects during the holiday weekend,” said Commissioner Charlie Zelle. “However, the work zones are … [Read more...] about MnDOT urges caution in work zones during Memorial Day weekend

May 22, 2017 The Morrison County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in identifying the suspect(s) who are responsible for a boat motor theft that occurred at Staples Sports, located off 320th street in Scandia Valley Twp. Sheriff Shawn Larsen states the suspect(s) cut through a chain linked fence between 3:24am and 4:13am on Saturday 5-20-2017. They left … [Read more...] about Morrison County News Release

ST CLOUD, Minn. – Motorists who travel Highway 238 and County Road 10 in Albany may encounter delays as the Highway 238/County Road 10 intersection is closed after 7 a.m. Monday, May 22. The Highway 238/County Road 10 intersection and approaching lanes will remain closed for 1—2 weeks while crews replace drainage pipes located beneath Highway 238, just south of County Road … [Read more...] about Highway 238 at County Road 10 intersection in Albany closes May 22

St. Paul, Minn. – One of the tallest traveling giant Ferris wheels in North America is coming to the 2017 Minnesota State Fair. The Great Big Wheel will carry riders to a height of 156 feet, offering breathtaking views of the State Fairgrounds and the Twin Cities. “We’ve been working for years to land a spectacular ride like the Great Big Wheel,” said State Fair General … [Read more...] about Great Big Wheel Makes Its Minnesota State Fair Debut in 2017