Minnesota State Patrol worked several accidents on the 10th. At 4:48pm a 2002 Chevy Chevrolet was eastbound on I-90 when the driver lost control of the vehicle and rolled at milepost 73 in Jackson County. The driver was taken to the Jackson Hospital with what was thought to be non-life threatening injuries. The driver was reported to be wearing a seatbelt. Outside Agencies assisting were the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, Jackson County Ambulance and Fire Department. At 5:19 on Highway 23 and County Road 68 in Lyon County due to icy and snow conditions A 2014 Ram 1500 Pickup was Northbound on Highway 23 and was slowed down due to a prior crash a 2002 Ford F150 Pickup was southbound on Highway 23 when it spun counter clockwise on the icy roads and the two pickups collided. Both drivers and a passenger were taken to the Marshall ER with what was thought to be non-life threatening injuries. It was reported all were wearing seatbelts. Outside Agencies assisting were North Ambulance, Russell Fire and First Responders, and Lyon County Sheriff Office. Minnesota State Patrol then released the information on a two vehicle fatal accident on the 10th. At 6:22pm at 92099 Highway 71 in Windom Cottonwood County, a 2018 Kia Sportage driven by 28-year-old Hunter Tim Allen Schwartz of Albert Lea was Southbound on Highway 71 when it collided with a 2023 Buick Enclave driven by a 42-year-old female from Odin that was Northbound. The vehicles collided near 510th Ave. Road Conditions were listed as Snow and Ice Covered. Unfortunately, Schwartz lost his life in this accident and was listed as an unbelted/unrestrained occupant. The Driver of the Enclave and her three minor aged passengers who were reported to be wearing seatbelts were transported to Windom Area Hospital with what was thought to be non-life threatening injuries. Outside agencies assisting were Cottonwood County Sheriff’s Office, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, Windom Police Department, Windom Ambulance, Lakefield Ambulance, Windom Fire Department, and Windom Department of Transportation.
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The City of Fulda released the following information and warning on Monday. According to the release, “Numerous Murray County lakes have reported deceased or sick birds on or around county lakes. The Minnesota DNR Wildlife Manager advises not to touch these birds, and to keep domestic animals clear of deceased birds. A specimen has been sent for testing to determine the cause of death. Once the MN DNR has the test results, they will follow up with more information. This has affected several counties in Southwest Minnesota, as well as South Dakota, and states to our south.
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The First Baptist Church will be sponsoring an informational supper on the 17th at 5pm to share photos, videos and information about Western North Carolina’s Hurricane Helene survivors and what conditions are like there presently. The presenter will be Diane Kruger who spent two weeks in North Carolina assisting with the Restoration Church Disaster Relief organization. Kruger will be sharing her experiences and the work that was done and still needs to be done to aid the survivors. Come enjoy a spaghetti dinner at the Baptist Church located at 450 Third Ave S in Windom. The program is no cost to anyone that would like to attend. Maybe you’ll be inspired to volunteer for the various missions in North Carolina.
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The Reindeer Races are in full swing and today we would like to feature today’s Race Sponsor, Krick Insurance Agency located at 358 10th Street on the Northwest corner of Downtown Windom Square! Jessica Krick is the owner and independent agent that prides herself on good customer service since she opened her business in 2021. Jessica with Krick Insurance Agency believes in the small community life and lives and breathes it as she is not only a small business owner, but a farmers wife and mother. Jessica understands how important each aspect of live is. Since Jessica is an Independent Agency she has multiple carriers to quote with so that she can find the right policy to fit each individual or family needs. Krick Insurance covers a vast amount of life needs in farm, crop, home, auto, RV, Life, Health, ATV’s, Pet’s, Motorcycles, Dune Buggies and the list just keeps going. Jessica takes the time and care with each person. She will offer a smile, friendly face, knowledge, and truly cares about her current and potential customers. Jessica stated that she wants people to know that when they get insurance from her they are a part of the Krick Insurance Family. If you are looking for a change or maybe want to compare what you are doing now with what Krick Insurance can offer, you can stop by her office or call to set up an appointment at 507-831-3541 or check out her website at www.krickinsuranceagency.com she has a Facebook presence @ https://www.facebook.com/krickinsuranceagency and would love to hear from you! Today’s Reindeer Races are made possible by Krick Insurance Agency where they do insurance right!
