Mt Lake Police reported 12 calls from February 16th to February 22nd. Officers assisted Mt Lake Ambulance on several calls, Assisted MN State Patrol with an accident, assisted in a Civil matter, and initiated several traffic stops. For a full listing of all calls of the Mountain Lake Police Department click on link below.
Mountain Lake Police Department February 16th to February 22nd
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Windom Police Department took a report of a burglary at approximately 8:20pm on the 20th in the 1900 block of 1st Avenue. According to the reporting party the burglary had taken place earlier in the day. Upon investigation, items missing included pots and pans, jewlry, alcohol, a safe, and a mini fridge among many other items. Total loss was $4,616.00. The jewelry alone was worth $2,750. Upon further investigation two females a 22-year-old from Mankato was arrested for Gross Misdemeanor 3rd Degree Burglary and a 21-year-old female from Windom was arrested for Gross Misdemeanor 3rd Degree Burglary and Receiving Stolen Property. This case was forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for review of the charges.
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The City of Windom is beginning the process of selecting new legal representation following the upcoming departure of its longtime City Attorney, Ron Schramel. At the City Council meeting on the 17th, City Administrator Steve Nasby outlined options for replacing Schramel, who announced in January that he plans to discontinue providing legal services to the city in order to focus on his private practice. Schramel will be stepping down as of April 1, 2026. Nasby told the Council he has spent the past month researching how other communities handle city attorney services and reaching out to potential candidates. Currently, Windom contracts with Jackson County for criminal prosecution work, while the City Attorney handles civil matters and other legal issues. Other cities divide those responsibilities in different ways. Nasby stated, Mountain Lake contracts with a Twin Cities law firm for civil legal work, while Redwood Falls employs a full-time, in-house city attorney. Worthington and Marshall both contract with outside firms for civil and criminal matters, and Luverne and Slayton use a combination of local attorneys and contracted firms for specialized services. Nasby said he contacted several potential options, including Kennedy & Graven and Flaherty & Hood, both Twin Cities-based firms with experience serving greater Minnesota communities. He also reached out locally to Kristi Meyeran, Jackson County’s part-time County Attorney who previously worked with the City, and Nick Anderson, Cottonwood County’s full-time County Attorney, to gauge their interest in handling Windom’s civil legal work. Councilman Scott Benson made a motion to refer the matter to the Personnel Committee for further review and to narrow down the list of candidates. The motion was seconded by Council Member Sherman and approved unanimously.
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The annual Jackson Farm and Home Show is set for Saturday, February 28th, bringing a wide variety of exhibits and vendors to the area. Hosted by the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce, the event will take place at Jackson County Central High School, located at 1128 North Highway in Jackson. Doors will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Jackson Farm and Home Show offers something for everyone, from agriculture and home improvement to services, products, and community resources. Attendees will have the opportunity to browse a large variety of exhibits, visit with local and regional vendors, and gather information on the latest products and services available for farms and homes alike. Organizers encourage community members, farmers, homeowners, and families to stop out and connect with area businesses while learning about new ideas and innovations. For a detailed list of exhibitors, speakers, and forums, visit the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce on Facebook or go to www.jacksonmn.com. Admission information and additional event details can be found on the official Jackson Farm and Home Show flyer and online through the Chamber’s website and social media pages.
