Windom Police Department issued the following Press Release:
As a result of an investigation into the bomb threat that occurred at the Windom Area Schools on Monday April 4th, a male juvenile from Windom has been charged with Terroristic Threats-Explosives/Incendiary Device. Currently, the Windom Police Department does not believe there are any other suspects at large and does not believe there is any ongoing threat to the students, staff and facilities of the Windom Area School District. No items that appeared to be explosive in nature were located during the search of the premises.
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Windom Police Department were dispatched to the Riverview Apartments at approximately 6pm on April 4th, referencing a stolen vehicle that was located by the owner. An Officer arrived on scene and met with the owner of the 2021 Yellow Mustang with Minnesota Temporary Plates. Dispatch confirmed this vehicle was stolen out of Jackson County and confirmed the registered owner. The vehicle was taken from Heron Lake Okabena School in Okabena on April 4th at approximately 12:30pm. Case is pending review of camera footage in the parking lot
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Windom Area Health had a successful blood drive on Monday. There were 27 Donations that helped 81 patients and their families! The next scheduled Community Blood Bank Blood Drive at Windom Area Health will be June 13th.
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The Windom Area Sharing Center had a fantastic March Food Drive through generous donations throughout the month, 1,955 pounds of food was donated along with $23,452. The donations both monetary and food will go a long way to help those in need. If you would like to learn more about the Windom Sharing Center, you can stop by 1156 4th Ave on Tuesday and Wednesday from 10am-1pm or call 832-8267.
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April 4th through the 8th is Severe Weather Awareness and Preparedness Week.
This is a perfect time for families, communities, schools and local businesses to review and talk about their emergency plans and how they can prepare for the upcoming severe weather season. Severe weather normally refers to any dangerous weather event with the potential to cause the loss of life or injuries, significant damage to structures, or any other serious disruption to communities.
Forms of severe weather events vary but all types can be potentially hazardous. Storms, including tornadoes, high winds, hail, lightning, or flooding are the most common types in Minnesota. But severe weather can include excessive heat and drought conditions that can spark wildfires can be dangerous as well. While Severe weather can’t be prevented, you can be prepared and take steps to stay safe and protect yourself, family and home whenever severe weather threatens.