Stevens County Clarifies CSAH 10 Construction Timing

Stevens County is clarifying the timing of upcoming construction on County State Aid Highway 10. According to the county, construction on CSAH 10 will not begin until the Highway 28 project between Starbuck and Morris is completed and reopened. Highway 28 is currently closed for a MnDOT project, and CSAH 10 is being used as […]

battled a total of 17 wildfires Friday

(Duluth, MN) — Emergency crews battled a total of 17 wildfires Friday across St. Louis County as dry conditions and strong winds created dangerous fire weather. County officials activated the Emergency Operations Center to coordinate response efforts. Officials say several fires were likely caused by residents burning cardboard, while others were sparked by trees knocking […]

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) was recognized by the Plant Based Products Council with the Bioeconomy Champion Award, recognizing her longtime support for the bioeconomy. The Plant Based Products Council (PBPC) represents bioplastic companies using renewable feedstocks, consumer facing brands, and corn and soybean growers. “It’s an honor to receive this award alongside […]

Red Flag Warning in Effect Today for Morris & Stevens County

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for the Morris area from 10 AM to 9 PM today. Strong south winds of 20 to 30 mph, gusting as high as 45 mph, combined with humidity near 20%, will create critical fire weather conditions. Any fires that start may spread quickly. Outdoor burning […]

Heartland Motor Company Customer Appreciation Event

Heartland Motor Company and select Heartland Chevy dealers invite you to a Customer Appreciation Event on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 1 E Hwy 28 in Morris. Stop by and enjoy a free lunch as Heartland celebrates its valued customers. The event will feature Cattlemen’s burgers, MiniWaska Donuts, and […]

Stevens County First Half Property Taxes Due May 15

The Stevens County Auditor-Treasurer’s Office reminds residents that first half real estate taxes are due Friday, May 15, 2026. This applies to residential, commercial, and agricultural properties. By law, penalties must be added to late payments. Taxpayers have several payment options available: By mail: Tax payments may be mailed, but to avoid penalty, payments must […]

Candidate Filing Period Open for State and County Offices

The filing period is now open for state and county offices that will appear on the November State General Election ballot. Offices up for election include County Commissioner Districts 1, 2 and 5; County Attorney; County Sheriff; County Auditor-Treasurer; County Recorder; and Soil and Water Conservation District Seats 2 and 3. Filing information is available […]

NOTICE for Urgent & Respiratory Care Clinic, Wednesday, May 13. The Urgent & Respiratory Clinic will be APPOINTMENTS ONLY today. Call for Appointments 320-589-7636 REMINDER: Please present to URGENT & RESPIRATORY CLINIC entrance located on E. 1st Street (not the Main Entrance. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Minnesotan Exposed to Hantavirus

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) — The Minnesota Department of Health says it is monitoring a person in Minnesota who may have been briefly exposed overseas to someone infected with the Andes strain of hantavirus. Health officials stress the risk to the public remains very low, and the person being monitored is not showing symptoms. The […]

What to do this weekend in Morris

Looking for something to do in Morris this weekend? Morris City Tourism has rounded up several options for Friday, May 15, and Saturday, May 16. Friday evening starts with Silent Book Club at the Morris Public Library from 5 to 6 p.m. Bring your own book or browse the library’s selection, then enjoy quiet reading, […]