Windom Police Department reported on the 26th at approximately 10:07pm officers received a report from a Windom Female that was receiving threatening messages through text from a 30-year-old Windom Male, causing terror in another person. This same male also followed, monitored or pursued the female, either in person and returned repeatedly to the residence without claim of right to residence and without consent. After review by the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, charges were brought against the male for Terroristic Threats-Cause or Attempt to Cause Terror, a Felony; and Harassment, causing Reasonable Fear to Household Member, a Gross Misdemeanor. On the 27h at approximately 11:29am an officer was called to the 1000 block of 3rd Ave to a downtown Windom business. An unknown party called 911 to report they were assaulted but hung up before giving any information. After investigation, charges are possible after review by the Prosecuting Attorney for 5th Degree Assault on a Windom Male by a 47-year-old male from Okoboji. On the 29th at approximately 1:29am an officer was on patrol on N Highway 71 when a vehicle passed him. The Officer observed the vehicle to have a rear broken taillight. The officer followed the vehicle onto Highway 60 and initiated a traffic stop where the driver of said vehicle made an abrupt movement and slammed on the brakes in the middle of the lane of traffic and aggressively drove the vehicle onto the shoulder. After investigation, possible charges of Misdemeanor DWI are pending results of the BCA Blood Test.
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Jackson County Sheriff’s Department reported 65 calls from September 17th to the 29th. A full listing of All Calls are available by clicking on link below.
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Minnesota State Patrol reported a two-vehicle accident on Highway 59 and Highway 30 West, Slayton in Murray County. At approximately 5:32pm a 2017 Infinity QX50 SUV driven by a 23-year-old male of Worthington was traveling southbound on Highway 59. A 2023 Volvo VN-Semi driven by a 21-year-old male from Lake Benton was Northbound on Highway 59. The semi was attempting to turn left when both vehicles collided at the intersection. According to State Patrol the driver of the SUV and his 20-year-old female passenger who were not known to be wearing seat belts were both transported to Murray County Hospital with what was thought to be non-life threatening injuries. The driver in the semi was wearing a seatbelt and was not injured. Road conditions were dry. Outside agencies assisting were Murray County Sheriffs Office, Murray County Fire and Ambulance.
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So, I know it is 80 degrees out and the days of summer seem like they are going to be around for a while yet… BUT believe it or not but it is OCTOBER already! Now is the time to make sure your furnace or broiler is operating efficiently! Not only with the flood waters this summer knocking out or creating potential damage to your heating systems, but it is imperative to regularly maintain heating systems to run more efficiently and last longer. The time is now to ensure your heating systems are operating at maximum efficiency and help avoid expensive repairs. Take the time make the appointment and have a warm cozy uneventful winter that is unfortunately less than 60 days away!!!!
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The Heroes behind the Badges Blood Drive was a close race this year. Windom Area Health announced that the Police/EMS squeaked out a win with 18 units beating the Fire Department with 17 units. Which means 108 Patients and Families will be helped with this drive. The next scheduled Community Blood Bank Drive is scheduled for January 13, 2025. Thanks to everyone that gave and made an impact on our local blood supply.
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