Mountain Lake Police Department reported 29 calls in the week of May 19th to May 25th. Officers conducted several traffic stops, responded to several domestic and medical calls and checked on suspicious individuals. A full listing of the Mountain Lake Police Department’s calls are available by clicking on link below.
Mountain Lake Police Department May 19th to May 24th
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Windom Police Department reported on the 23rd at 11:53pm while an officer was on routine patrol had a vehicle flash its high beams while passing the squad car and then drive erratically. After initiating a traffic stop at the intersection of 6th Ave and 6th Street and after investigation and performing standardized Field Sobriety Tests an arrest was made of a 51-year-old Windom male for Driving While Intoxicated, pending the BCA results of the blood test. On the 24th at approximately 5:39pm an officer was dispatched to the 1200 Block of Lakeview Avenue for an active disturbance. After investigation, an arrest was made of a 31-year-old male of Windom for possible 1st Degree DWI and Disorderly Conduct. After review by the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, the suspect was charged with 1st Degree DWI, with 3 or more prior DWI convictions. On the 25th at 4:55am an officer initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a brake light out on County Road 13 and Cottonwood Lake Drive. After investigation, a citation was issued to a 32-year-old male from Mt Lake for Driving After Revocation and another citation was issued to a 44-year-old male from Mt Lake for Open Bottle.
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Looking for ways to entertain and keep your kids busy this summer? Don’t forget you can sign your children up for Summer Recreation Activities by going to Windom Area Schools Website. The Community Ed and Park and Recreation Catalog for the Spring/Summer 2025 opportunities are available now at www.windom.k12.mn.us
If you would rather register through Community Education, e-mail cgilbertson@isd177.com or call 507-831-6910 extension 513.
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In the wake of the powerful storm that swept through Windom on Monday, May 19, city crews and leadership acted swiftly to restore safety and coordinate cleanup efforts. During the Windom City Council meeting held the following day, Council Members extended heartfelt thanks to the dedicated crews from the Street, Electric, and Water Departments who worked through the night and into the next day to respond to the storm’s damage. At their last meeting the Council formed a cleanup plan for storm debris, offering curbside pickup exclusively for Windom city residents. According to Street Superintendent Jon Ketzenberg, city crews have now completed rounds for curbside pickup. The next priority will be removing hazardous “widow makers”—broken limbs still hanging in boulevard trees that could fall and pose safety risks. Ketzenberg extended special thanks to POET for their assistance in the cleanup, Robbie Anderson from the Windom Community Center and he praised the city crews for their tireless and coordinated efforts in restoring order and removing storm damage and cleaning up Windom Residents tree debris. On a personal note… I am absolutely amazed by the city crews that were put to task for this huge undertaking. After chatting with the crew that picked up my mess in front of my house, I just can’t believe what a fantastic group of men these were. No bad attitudes even though they have been working non-stop to clean up our town. They all had smiles and joked with me and even just thanked everyone else. I also think it is huge that POET donated their time and machinery to come to Windom to help the process go faster so everyone can get back to their “real” jobs. I know I hear a lot of complaints from people, but I think everyone should just take a moment and think… Think about what these guys did for all of us whether it was from the storm or just a last-minute thought of getting the debris outta of the trees and into a spot that it could be hauled away. I know I am extremely grateful for each and everyone of you that worked to make this happen. But then again, you always do. You truly come out of the woodwork to get the job done. Not ever seeking recognition or looking for that shot of fame and fortune, you just do what is necessary and go back to being the silent heroes that you are! Well just for today… KDOM recognizes you and all your hard work and efforts and as a private citizen and business owner, I appreciate you more than words can ever express.