Winter Hazard Awareness Week November 18th–22nd, 2024

The state-wide Winter Hazard Awareness Week campaign begins today.  These hazards include dangers from winter weather, dangers from heating sources, and ventilation issues, just to name a few.  Monday’s hazard topic is Winter Storms. Minnesota experiences brutal cold, heavy snowfall, and extreme winds during the winter months. Watches, warnings, and advisories are issued when winter […]

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Governor Walz Announces $112 Million in Federal Funds to Keep Minnesota Homes Warm this Winter

[ST. PAUL, MN] – Governor Tim Walz today announced $112 million in federal funds awarded to the Minnesota Energy Assistance Program, administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Funding will provide energy assistance to income-eligible Minnesota homeowners and renters to help keep their homes warm this winter.   “In our coldest months, higher utility bills can put a […]

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SNOW’S COMING: PREPARE NOW

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (November 13, 2024) – Winter is right around the corner, bringing cold temps, snow and ice, and unpredictable driving to Minnesota roads. Minnesotans are no stranger to winter driving, and it’s essential to make sure your car is winterized and ready for the season. “While we’re still enjoying a milder fall here, Minnesotans […]

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Bomb Threats to County Election Offices

SAINT PAUL – As of Tuesday, the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State has been notified that election offices in over half of the counties in Minnesota have received e-mailed bomb threats since November 8. Secretary Steve Simon says the threats have been reported to his office by county, state, and federal partners. He […]

“Great Success” Reported From Area Deer Hunters

Authorities with the Minnesota Department of Natural resources say the deer hunting season is off to a great start in northwest Minnesota.  Conservation Officer Ben Huener in Roseau says “Hunters saw great success this past weekend with abundant deer activity”. Enforcement action taken this weekend included hunting deer over bait, unlawful party hunting, failure to […]