Jackson County Sheriff’s Office reported 48 calls from October 16th to October 26th. The Spirit Lake Fire Dept. was paged to a dumpster fire at a residence in Minneota Township. The Lakefield Ambulance was paged for precautionary measures. Deputies located and arrested a 31-year-old female from Jackson on a Jackson County warrant for Domestic Assault and Disorderly Conduct. Deputies responded to 3 Disturbances, 3 Trespass, a Harassment call and several traffic calls. A report of (4) goose carcasses found in a ditch near Jackson was forwarded to the MN DNR. A full listing of all calls for the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is available by clicking link below.
Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Report October 16th to October 26th
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Windom Police Department reported a School Bus Stop Arm Violation at the intersection of 6th Street and Miller Ave at approximately 8:21am on the 23rd. After investigation, charges of a Misdemeanor Failure to Stop for School Bus Stop Arm was made on a 35-year-old male from Windom. A Hit and Run was reported at Noon in the Windom Area Hospital Parking Lot. A 2024 Nissan Rogue was parked and was struck by an unknown vehicle leaving scrapes and damage on the driver’s side door. This remains under investigation. A no injury accident was reported on the 25th in the 300 Block of 6th Ave S when 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport Utility was reversing out of parking lot and then made contact with a light pole. No damage to the light pole. Another no injury accident was reported on the 26th at the intersection of 4th Ave and 13th Street. A 2023 Chevy Colorado Pickup was stopped at the stop sign then continued forward headed east on 13th Street. A 2007 Dodge Dakota was going north on 4th Ave with no stop or yield signs in his travel path. The Chevy collided with the Dodge causing disabling damage to both vehicles in the front and both vehicles were towed.
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The Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council has five board seats up for election in 2026, covering nearly every district in the state. The Council directs soybean checkoff dollars funds that support research, market development, and new uses for soybeans. Vice Chair Ben Storm of Dover says the Council is always looking for fresh ideas from farmers to guide those investments. CEO Tom Slunecka adds that in a challenging farm economy, the checkoff remains vital in opening new markets and improving profitability. To be eligible, candidates must be Minnesota soybean producers at least 18 years old and share in the financial risk of production. Current Chair Gail Donkers says serving on the board is a rewarding way to give back to the industry and see firsthand how checkoff dollars bring value to family farms and communities. Applications are due January 26, 2026, with ballots mailed out by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture in March. For more details or to apply, visit mnsoybean.com or contact Deanna Kanne with Minnesota Soybean.
Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council News Release
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At the Windom City Council meeting on the 21st, the council has accepted two grant donations from the Compeer Financial Fund for Rural America to support local emergency services. The Windom Ambulance Department received a $1,940 grant to purchase a scoop stretcher and traction splints and the Windom Fire Department received a grant for $3,857 to purchase new nozzles for fire equipment. Compeer Financial’s Fund for Rural America supports local communities through grants that enhance emergency response, agriculture, and rural quality of life. Both departments expressed appreciation for the support, noting that the equipment purchases will help improve safety and service for residents. Sergeant Devin Kopperud then presented the council the results of the police department’s biennial Body Camera Audit, conducted by Lynn Lembcke Consulting. The audit found no discrepancies in how the department maintains and manages its body-worn camera data. The review confirmed that Windom Police are in full compliance with Minnesota laws covering classification, retention, and security of recorded video. The council then approved a Community Policing Services Agreement between the City and Windom Area Health. The two-year agreement allows officers to provide up to 500 hours of community policing at the hospital, including training and safety education programs. Windom Area Health will reimburse the city a total of $126,080 over the term of the 2-year contract. During discussion, Councilman Scott Benson thanked both organizations for their partnership and said this collaboration opens the door for more cost-sharing opportunities with other departments and community needs in Windom. The council then discussed the department’s Assistant Chief position, which remains a key part of ongoing staffing and administrative planning within the Windom Police Department. City Administrator Steve Nasby informed the council on why the timing of this position has been brought forward.
The Council approved going forward with having an Assistant Chief position back in the department.