Windom Police Department released their August Monthly Crime Report.
They reported there were a total of 487 Calls for service with 8 adult arrests, 3 Juvenile Arrests and 4 warrants served. Windom Police issued 140 Traffic Violations/Warnings, worked 6 Accidents with 0 injuries and had 3 DUI’s. Also reported were 28 Suspicious Activity calls, 47 Public Assists, 4 Vandalism calls and 7 Disturbances. A full listing of the Most Common Criminal Activities are available by clicking link below
Windom Police Department August Monthly Crime Report
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This Sunday September 10th is the first Windom Concert Association Show. If you are a member of the association, you should have received your tickets in the mail with an explanation letter! You are encouraged to read it!!! The Church of Cash (a Johnny Cash Tribute) will be presented Sunday at the BARC Auditorium at 2:30pm. There is a great series of Concerts this season. Come enjoy the Church of Cash!
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The Public Hearing for the Commercial Tax Abatement for Mountain Lake Hotel has been rescheduled to 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 12th. The public hearing will still be held in the Courthouse in the Commissioner’s room.
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Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (LSS) is seeking volunteers for its Foster Grandparent program, in partnership with AmeriCorps Seniors, a national service agency, to offer guidance and encouragement to children and youth in the community. Foster Grandparent volunteers are older adults who offer one-to-one mentoring and tutoring in the classroom and other settings to children and youth. The presence and reassurance can help children and youth improve self-esteem, social and emotional development and literacy and math skills.
“So many children just need a little attention and understanding to make a positive difference in their day. When I volunteer, I know that I have made a difference in their lives.” shared Roberta Klekotka, a Foster Grandparent.
In a survey this year, Lutheran Social Service learned that over 90% of volunteers either agree or strongly agree that their volunteer experience at LSS has changed their life in a positive way. Almost 85% say that they feel more socially connected because of their service as a volunteer. More than 76% say that they feel healthier because of their service as an LSS volunteer.
“The program is a win/win for me and the children. I feel like I am making a difference in their lives in so many ways. They have also made a difference in my life with their smiles, hugs, honesty, and joy in learning new things. Being a Foster Grandparent volunteer has given me so much joy and a new purpose in this phase of my life,” Klekotka said.
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is currently seeking volunteers, age 55 and older, who can commit to volunteering at least 10 hours per week. The service offers volunteers a tax-free hourly stipend, transportation/mileage reimbursement, orientation and ongoing training and no prior experience is necessary.
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota conducts background checks to ensure safety. The statewide organization serves all Minnesotans and welcomes volunteers from various cultures, backgrounds, and traditions to inquire. If you are interested in becoming a Foster Grandparent, call 888.205.3770 or visit www.lssmn.org/fgvolunteer
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota also welcomes other nonprofits to become partner sites to support youth in a variety of settings including public and private schools, Head Start locations, shelters, and daycare centers. To become a partner, visit www.lssmn.org/fgpartner or call 888.205.3770.
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota began in 1865 when a Lutheran pastor and his congregation opened an orphanage for children near Red Wing in southeastern Minnesota. Today, with 2,500 employees and 10,000 volunteers, Lutheran Social Service helps one in 65 Minnesotans through services that inspire hope, change lives, and build community. Statewide, the organization seeks to foster safe and supportive homes for children, restore health and wellness in families, empower people with disabilities to live the lives they imagine, and promote health, independence, and quality of life for older adults. For comprehensive information about the work of Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota, visit www.lssmn.org
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Today is an important day for many… It is Pardon Day. Pardon Day is celebrated every September 8th. As we all know Human relationships can become sour from time to time. Grudges are formed, allegiances are broken. This seems to be an inevitable occurrence. It also means that with every negative event that may transpire between us and others, we are also given a chance to find peace and happiness. Forgiveness is the desire to let go of negative feelings towards a person who has wronged you. It involves a change of attitude from the person that has been wronged and it is an act of goodwill. I am forever being reminded of one of my most thought of passage. Matthew 18:22 Peter asks Jesus if forgiving seven times is appropriate, and Jesus responds “not seven times but seventy times seven.” Pretty hard sometimes as a mere human BUT maybe today is the day to practice the 7 times 70 statement on National Pardon Day. You know that I love the library. I have said it before and I’ll say it again and again.. Books are life! AND today is National Literacy Day, it is a day to remind the public of the importance of literacy as dignity and human rights. We have so many wonderful libraries in our listening area and they have not only books but wonderful programs. CHECK THEM OUT!!! And as I am sitting here spilling out my thoughts Otis(our dog) is licking at my toes and bringing me every toy he can find… Which is a reminder that it is also National Dog walker appreciation day… I wonder if this is the dog appreciating the owner or the owner appreciating someone else walking their dog? I know our Otis loves and appreciates his walk every day, and I have to say I appreciate most days watching him frolick along with that big ol’ tongue hanging out of his plastered smile.