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Help Identify Assault Suspect

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The Stearns County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help to identify a suspect in an assault this morning in the area of County Rd. 9 and Meeker-Stearns Street, east of Eden Valley. The adult male victim was out for a bike ride when he was approached by another male and assaulted. The victim did not know the other male and deputies have been unable to identify him. The … [Read more...] about Help Identify Assault Suspect

Highway 10 ramp, lane closures resume May 26 in St. Cloud, Sauk Rapids

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ST. CLOUD, Minn. – Ramp and lane closures on Highway 10 in St. Cloud and Sauk Rapids will resume Tuesday, May 26. Motorists should expect the following closures beginning after 9 a.m. · Highway 10 between East St. Germain Street and County Road 33 will be one lane in each direction with head-to-head traffic switched to the westbound side of the road while the eastbound side … [Read more...] about Highway 10 ramp, lane closures resume May 26 in St. Cloud, Sauk Rapids

MnDOT urges travelers to use caution in work zones over Memorial Day weekend

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — As Memorial Day weekend approaches and summer construction roadwork around the state revs up, the Minnesota Department of Transportation urges motorists to use extra caution while driving through highway work zones. “We will suspend work on many projects during the holiday weekend,” said Sue Mulvihill, deputy commissioner and chief engineer. “However, there … [Read more...] about MnDOT urges travelers to use caution in work zones over Memorial Day weekend

DNR: Boaters and businesses must follow aquatic invasive species laws

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With the annual start of the boating season Memorial Day weekend, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is reminding everyone to follow the law and protect their waters from aquatic invasive species. Already this year, DNR inspectors have stopped a number of boaters and businesses moving watercraft in and out of lakes with zebra mussels attached to boats or … [Read more...] about DNR: Boaters and businesses must follow aquatic invasive species laws

Melrose Bike Rodeo, Grades K-8 & Parents!

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May 21, from 3-5 p.m. Melrose High School Tennis Courts Come any time between 3 and 5 to join in activities related to bicycle safety. Stay as long as you'd like! No pre-registration required! Activities will include *An obstacle course - if you do not want to bring your own bike, they will have bikes and helmets for you to use! *Bike checks - if you do bring your own bike, … [Read more...] about Melrose Bike Rodeo, Grades K-8 & Parents!