The Windom Police Department reports that on January 7th at approximately 5 p.m., an officer was contacted by a Minnesota Department of Corrections probation agent requesting assistance in locating a female client in the area of 17th Street. Following an investigation, a 44-year-old Windom woman was arrested in a school zone parking lot, which is considered a public place. She was taken into custody for third-degree possession of methamphetamine in a school, park, or public housing zone, and fifth-degree possession of a controlled substance. Both charges are felonies. On the 6th at 12:12pm an officer responded to the 90th block of 10th Street for a Protection Order Violation. After investigation, a 40-year-old male of Marshall was arrested for violation of a domestic abuse no contact order within 10 years of the first 2 or more prior qualified domestic violence-related offensives.
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The Windom City Council has scheduled a special joint meeting with the Windom Telecom Commission for Wednesday, January 14th. The meeting will serve as a public information session regarding a proposal from Federated Rural Electric and Federated Broadband to purchase WindomNet. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will be held at the Windom Community Center. During the meeting, representatives from Federated Rural Electric will present their proposal and provide an informational presentation about the potential purchase. City officials say the meeting is intended to provide information to the public. No formal action is expected to be taken during the public information session.
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If you’re looking for a true taste of Scandinavian tradition and maybe a story to tell afterward the Annual Lutefisk Supper is back at American Lutheran Church in Windom. The longtime community favorite happens Saturday, January 10th, with serving from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the church, located at 906 Prospect Avenue in Windom. Parking is available in the lot at the corner of Miller Avenue and 10th Street. The menu features all the classics: lutefisk, meatballs, lefse, and more, plus a popular “Seconds” table for anyone ready to go back for round two. Lutefisk, for the uninitiated, is a traditional Norwegian dish made from dried cod that’s been rehydrated and prepared the old-fashioned way. Love it or approach it with caution, fans say it’s a winter tradition that brings people together, and sparks plenty of good-natured debate at the dinner table. Tickets will be limited at the door. Cost is $15 for adults and $8 for ages 12 and under. For questions or to make a reservation, you can call the church office at 831-1794. This Saturday, don’t miss the Lutefisk Supper whether you come for the lutefisk, the lefse, or just the fellowship.
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Ok so here we are one week into the New Year and I have YET to start my resolution. It isn’t because I don’t want to, I think about it A LOT… I beat my head against my pillow at night because another day came and went without me starting my 2026 journey. I am going to do it… I swear… how does the saying go? You don’t have to be Great to Start But you have to Start to be Great… It’s my motto for the New Year… Today is ACTUALLY National Quitters Day BUT I swear I am going to change the scenario.. After all Babe Ruth said, Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game. Off topic, but did you know today is also National word nerd day! Do you play wordle? I am daily player it either humbles me or makes me feel like a genius. There is no in between. And last but certainly not least… Today is National Law Enforcement Day. I’d like to give a BIG shout out to all our Law Enforcement Agents. I am grateful for all you do and today is a reminder that behind the badge are neighbors, parents, and friends who choose to serve. Thank you for standing watch over our communities we are safer because of you.