Cottonwood County Sheriff’s Office reported 37 calls in the week of April 25th to May 3rd. Deputies conducted 6 Civil Processes, responded to 2 Public Assists, took a harassment call and a driving complaint, and made 14 Traffic Stops. A full listing of all calls in the Cottonwood County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Citizens Report is available by clicking the link below.
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Minnesota State Patrol reported on the 4th at approximately 1pm a two-vehicle injury accident on Highway 7 and County Road 6 in Chippewa County. A 1998 BMW 318 Hatchback driven by a 40-year-old male from Fontana CA, was westbound on Highway 7 when he attempted to make a U-Turn. A 2020 Ford Escape driven by a 72-year-old male from Montevideo was behind the BMW also headed westbound and the two vehicles collided near County Road 6. The driver of the Ford and his 68-year-old female passenger were both taken to Montevideo Hospital with what was thought to be non-life threating injuries. It was reported that everyone involved was using seatbelts. Outside agencies assisting were Chippewa County, Montevideo Fire Department and Chippewa County Ambulance.
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A Jeffers man is facing felony charges after authorities say he stole over $10,000 worth of property from a Cottonwood County farm over a six-month period. 40-year-old Carlos Joel Rosario Torres has been charged with two counts of felony theft. According to court documents, the thefts occurred between October 10, 2024, and April 9 of this year, from a farm owned by Oren Preheim. Among the items reported stolen were a homemade tire shear, steel tables, a windmill, and a Ford Ranger. Investigators say Torres sold the items to Hilltop Auto Salvage, where he was a frequent visitor. The thefts were reported to the sheriff’s office on April 9, leading to an investigation. Torres later admitted to taking the items but claimed he had bought them from someone else—a claim that was later denied. If convicted, Torres faces up to 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine for each felony charge.
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Meetings for TODAY Tuesday- May 6th
- Murray County Board of Commissioners will be meeting Tuesday May 6th at 8:30am in the Murray County Government Center. If you would like to listen in by calling or view the meeting via zoom you can find the information on the Murray County Homepage.
- Jackson County Board of Commissioners and the Drainage Authority will meet Tuesday May 6th at 9am at the Jackson County Court House Commissioners Board Room
- The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners will be meeting Tuesday May 6th at 9:00am at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in the Commissioners Room.
- The Friends of the Windom Library will be holding their Annual meeting on Tuesday May 6that 5pm at Jack Slades. They will have a meal at your own expense followed by the meeting and election of officers for 2025. This meeting is open to new members, or anyone interested in volunteering. Please just show up if you are interested in learning more what Friends of the Windom Library is all about. Tuesday May 6th. If you need more information call the library at 507-831-6131.
- The St James City Council will be meeting on Tuesday May 6th at 5:30pm in St. James City Hall – Council Chambers. Meetings can be viewed live or anytime on the City of St James’s YouTube Channel.
- The Windom City Council will be meeting Tuesday May 6th at 6:30 pm at Windom City Hall in the City Council Chambers
- Please note there will be a Special Board of Review Meeting at 4:30pm
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Attention Windom residents! One week from TODAY-Tuesday, May 13th, you’ll have the chance to shape the future of our schools. The Windom School District is holding a bond referendum vote for a $27.5 million proposal to improve fine arts and athletic facilities for our students. You can vote early now through May 12th at the district office — or head to the polls on Election Day, May 13th, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Windom Community Center. There’s no excuse not to make your voice heard — whether you vote early or on the day, your opinion counts. If you don’t vote, you miss your chance to help decide what’s best for our students and our community. Learn more at www.windom.k12.mn.us — and don’t miss your opportunity to make a difference!
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