Cottonwood County Sheriff’s Office reported 61 calls in the week of December 28th to January 3rd. Deputies conducted 7 Civil Processes, 3 Concerns for Welfare, Made 3 Public Assists, investigated 1 Suspicious Activity, 1 Fraud, and 1 Computer Scam. Officers conducted 17 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.
CC Sheriff’s Weekly Citizen Report 12- 28 to 1-3
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The Windom Police Department reported 104 calls in the week of December 28th to January 3rd. Officers had 20 Directed Patrols, 3 Concerns for Welfare, 2 Barking Dog Compliants and 2 Animal Calls, made 3 Public Assists, Investigated 1 Sexual Assault and 1 Terroristic Threats and conducted 49 Traffic Stops. For a full listing of all calls in the Windom Police Department’s Weekly Citizens Report, click on link below.
Windom Police Dept Weekly Citizen Report 12-28 to 1-3-26
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Jackson County Sheriff’s Office reported 11 calls from January 2nd to January 4th. Deputies responded to a Domestic Disturbance in Weimer Township, a Civil Dispute, a Dispute over property in Jackson and a child protection issue. The Alpha Fire Department was paged to a building fire in Kimball Township after a fire from the previous day rekindled. Dispatch transferred a 911 call to Martin County Sheriff’s Office for an ongoing domestic assault that was occurring in a vehicle that was traveling eastbound on I-90 into Martin County. A full listing of all calls for the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is available by clicking link below.
Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Report January 2nd to January 4th
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As a reminder, coming up today is the monthly test of the Emergency Warning Siren System. The City of Windom has an outdoor warning system and it is tested the first Wednesday of each month. If you would like to learn more about this go to windommn.com
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The Windom City Council held its first meeting of the year Tuesday, approving several routine organizational items. As part of the annual reorganization, the council appointed city officials and made required financial designations. Steve Nasby was reappointed as City Administrator and City Clerk. During the meeting, the council was informed that City Attorney Ron Schramel will be resigning effective April 1, 2026. The council will be considering next steps to fill the position. Council members also authorized designated staff to continue conducting electronic funds transfers, in accordance with state statute. The authorization allows City Administrator Steve Nasby and Finance Director Donna Torkelson to manage electronic transfers for payroll, vendor payments, and other city transactions. The council designated the city’s official financial institutions for the year, approving BMO, Bank Midwest, United Prairie Bank, Leading Edge Credit Union, 4M Fund, and Multi-Bank Securities. The Cottonwood County Citizen was approved as Windom’s official newspaper. Council members also approved the 2026 City Council meeting dates and times. Regular meetings will be held the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 6:30 p.m. A Board of Review meeting is scheduled for May 5th at 4:30 p.m., pending confirmation with the County Assessor’s Office. The November 3rd City Council meeting will fall on a general election date, with that meeting starting at 8:05 p.m. City staff noted the actions were routine organizational items required at the beginning of the year and allow the city to continue normal operations without interruption. No additional fiscal impact was reported beyond the continuation of existing professional services and banking relationships. Additional agenda items and discussion from the meeting will be covered in upcoming newscasts.
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The weather is cold outside but you STILL want to get out and get your steps in!! What or Where can you go??? In Windom you have a few options. The Windom Area Schools invite you to walk the halls from 6:45am to 7:30am or 3:45am to 6:30pm. All you need to do is check in at the office to get a Hall Walking Pass and have it on you while you walk. The BARC is another option to get those steps in too. When you go into the BARC building, there is a sign in sheet on the credenza. You are asked to sign in and then out once you complete your trek! IF you are curious of distance the BARC has a map available that shows two options indicating miles walked. The BARC building is usually opened by 8am and closing time is between 4pm and 5pm depending on scheduled activities. You are asked to stay out of closed areas and if you turn lights on to remember to turn them off when you are done. You can call either place for more information if needed. Just remember it is a privilege to be invited into these two buildings to get your step in! Be kind and courteous and appreciate the space! NOW get out of the house and get your steps in!