On May 4th at approximately 7:15 pm Cottonwood County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a vehicle parked partially on the road and median shoulder of Highway 60 by Mountain Lake. The reporter advised a male and female were standing outside the vehicle and appeared to be fighting or arguing. A Trooper who was in the area and a deputy responded. The vehicle was located on Highway 60 near County Road 47. A traffic stop was conducted by MN State Patrol, the deputy arrived shortly after. Both parties were spoken to separately. The female had injuries consistent with domestic violence. A short time later a 34-year-old male from Windom was arrested for Domestic Assault, charges are pending.
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Windom Police Department reported 9 Total Accidents with 5 Total Injuries for the month of April.
On May 3rd Windom Police were called to a Hit and Run Accident. A 2009 GMC Yukon was waiting in school pickup line on 17th Street Shoulder. An unknown vehicle, silver in color, with a male driver backed into Yukon and left the scene. Minor damage was done to the Yukon and no known damage to the silver car. There were no injuries reported.
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Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday. The Board approved the Preferred Choice Homes, LLC, Home Initiative new construction applications for both properties at 1901 and 1903 Bud Road. The Board approved moving forward with Finley Engineering Company for a Broadband Feasibility Study. This study will be paid for with ARPA funds. Low bid from JAAK LLC for $387,779.00 The Board adopted the resolution agreeing to enter into MnDOT Agreement # 1050343 and approved the Architect Agreement with Engan Assoiciates for the Courthouse Windom Assessment in the amount of $10,000 contingent on the County Attorney’s review of the contract.
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Windom City Council met on Monday, The Council heard from the Community Center Director Spencer Winzenried, he stated that his commission signed an agreement to use the community center in the event of natural disasters or other such community emergency events if/when they come up. The community center main purpose would be to accommodate needed services during that emergency event such as for the school, community members in case of flood or tornado or for use of the hospital if needed during crisis. Abatements were approved after the public hearings were held for the 5 year residential tax abatement at 1901 and 1903 Bud Road in Windom.
After 34 years of service, Library Director Dawn Aamont submitted her retirement. Her last day will be on June 25th this year. According to Council Member Jenny Quade, Dawn has had a great passion for the library and she has proven that over the course of her years at Windom Public Library. The board accepted her resignation and authorization was given to advertise to fill the Library Director position.
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Riverfest activities are starting to take form. The Windom Area Chamber of Commerce is releasing new fun events what seems everyday. You can locate the schedule on Facebook under Windom Riverfest. Activities kickoff on Monday June 6th with a community cookout and the Windom Women of Today Miss Riverfest Pageant. Tuesday the Pirates play at home at Island Park and Thursday will really kick off the festivities with FIREWORKS at the Windom High School starting at 10pm. Friday Ach Allies are in Concert at Island Park with gates opening at 6pm. Saturday will bring back all the favorites with activities at both Cottonwood Lake and on the Courthouse Square. And the Riverfest parade at 6pm. Sunday will include a Car Show at Tegels Park and Family Fun Day activities at Island Park. It is all new and fun and there is something for everyone this year. Don’t miss getting Back to the River with RIVERFEST Celebration June 6th– June 12th.
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Just so you know….
I come from a strong Military background and I know that today is an important day of recognition. It is National Military Spouse Appreciation Day. The Friday before Mother’s Day is when this National Day of Appreciation is celebrated. I understand the sacrifices that our military men and women make for us every day. BUT today, we need to also recognize the significant contributions, support, and sacrifices of the spouses of the Armed Forces. So three cheers to those that live and breathe with anticipation as our protectors defend our freedoms.
Also… observed annually on May 6th is National Nurses Day. On this day, we raise awareness of all nurse contributions and commitments and acknowledge the vital role nurses play in society. This day is also the first day of National Nurses Week and is sometimes known as National RN Recognition Day.
And last but not least I’d like to raise my glass to everyone in our listening area. Whether we have met face to face or through other means of communication or maybe we haven’t technically met but know each other because of this wonderful life of radio, I click my glass to yours because today is National Beverage Day. Today I encourage you to sit back, relax, clink your cup with another and enjoy your favorite beverage.