The 16th Annual Minnesota Municipal Beverage Association (MMBA) and Miller Lite Food Drive is underway at the River Bend Liquor Store. According to River Bend Liquor Manager John Nelson, Windom is competing with other municipal liquor stores to collect the most weight in food and each dollar donated counts as 3 pounds of food. Nelson explained that Miller Lite teamed up with the MMBA to make this happen and in the past it was all about supporting the local food shelf but two years ago it expanded to include fundraising for the Minnesota Vikings Foundation as well. Nelson stated, he believes in supporting local first, and that’s why he chose only to raise for the local food shelf. This drive promotes the community value of our municipal liquor store operation and it hopefully shows that we are not here just to make alcohol sales and make lots of money for the City of Windom, but we are here to Support our Local Community. He went onto say that the winner of the drive will win an additional $1,000 for their chosen Food Shelf from Miller Lite and the MMBA. Nelson said they don’t have a particular fund-raising number in mind but are hoping to increase numbers from past years. In 2021 they collected 680 pounds but also received approximately $1,067.00 from the Lions Club Pancake Feed that they donated towards the Food Shelf. In 2022, River Bend raised approximately 500 pounds. The Food Drive runs until December 1st, and Nelson would really appreciate the community’s help in surpassing last year’s numbers. All donations including food and cash will go directly to the Cottonwood County Sharing Center located at 1156 4th Ave in Windom. Nelson added that this is one of the many Community Value Programs that River Bend Liquors does each year, some other River Bend Liquor fundraisers included the Pet Supply Drive to raise cash and supplies for the Cottonwood County Animal Rescue, a fundraiser for the Windom Fire Department. KDOM supports the efforts of River Bend Liquor in their quest to raise funding and food for the Windom Sharing Center and encourage all our listeners to help by donating food or money for the cause. Nelson has a good feeling for the 2023 Food Drive and ended by saying, “As our new wine bags, that happen to be on sale say, we are “Pouring our Profits back into the community!”
Tis the Season… Buy some extra and donate!!!
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The Windom City Council met on Tuesday. The Windom Area Health- Bond Issuance Resolution passed with United Prairie Bank of Windom. According to Councilwoman Jenny Quade, up next is the demolition of the medical clinic which will begin this week. Quade stated that the State Appropriations Resolution DEED Grant Agreement to the City for $13 million broken out as $10 million for housing project, $2 million for wastewater treatment plant and $1 million for recruitment efforts for new plant was approved. Quade went onto say, next the loan documents for Windom Apartments LLC were approved with their agreement to relinquish the rights to tax increment payment. Quade said this is a step in the direction of getting the State funds to pay the local contractors who have not been paid since the Hy-Life shutdown which should hopefully get the apartment project completed and then be able to rent out apartments moving forward. A public hearing will be held for 2023 Miscellaneous Special Assessments on November 7th and also a public hearing on October 17th for Small Cities Development Program Grant. Mayor Jones requested the Liquor Store Commission to review the selling of THC gummies at the liquor store and bring information back to the next council meeting.
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Mountain Lake Police Department reported 12 calls from September 25th to October 1st. Officers handled a barking dog complaint, responded to a burglary alarm that turned out to be fake, opened an investigation in to a possible criminal sexual misconduct and took a report of ID theft. Mt Lake Police Officers have two cases under investigation a threat involving juveniles and burglary with theft. Officers handled a suicide attempt and were on scene to take a report of a U-Haul that was too tall and hitting the awning at A & W Restaurant which caused minor damage. Mt Lake Officers assisted another agency with a wrong way driver once vehicle was stopped and an investigation the driver was evaluated medically. An officer responded to a report of a carbon monoxide alarm where the house was cleared of occupants. Officers also conducted a welfare check and handled an animal bite call.
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Fall colors are coming fast and furious this year. While the shortening day length is the foremost factor determining the onset of the fall color season, local weather conditions – such as summer drought, temperature, or an early hard frost – can impact the beginning, length and brilliance of fall colors. This year, we are ahead of fall color progression compared to last year, so don’t delay! Put on your flannel, grab a camera, and head out to enjoy Minnesota’s most colorful season.
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