The Mountain Lake Police Department reported 26 calls from July 28th to August 3rd. Officers initiated several traffic stops, took a couple dog bite calls, checked on a suspicious vehicle parked on roadway and an officer checked on a pedestrian by Hwy 60. The person was transient and didn’t require any assistance. For a full listing of all calls for the Mountain Lake Police Department click on link below.
Mountain Lake Police Department July 28th to August 3rd
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The Windom Police Department submitted their July 2025 Monthly Crime Report. They had 8 Adult Arrests, 0 Juvenile Arrest and served 5 Warrants with a total of 438 Calls for Service for the month. There were 9 Accidents with 0 injuries and 3 DUI’s. Windom Police Officers issued a total of 115 Traffic Violations and Warnings for the month of July. You can find a list of the Most Common Criminal Activities Reported from the Windom Police Department by clicking on link below.
Windom Police Monthly Crime Report July 2025
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The Windom Economic Development Authority met on July 14. The board welcomed new EDA Director Sonya Wilt. Members received updates on the Cemstone Redevelopment Grant and the South Cottonwood Lake Subdivision project. A DEED monitoring visit was recently conducted, and a Zoom meeting was planned to clarify remaining requirements. Progress continues with the apartment project with Apollo Development, though financing is still being finalized. The board also discussed a special appropriation from the Minnesota Legislature, including a $1 million recruitment fund to support Premium Iowa Pork’s equipment purchases. A site visit was completed, and documentation is being finalized. Lastly, the EDA was contacted about a new façade improvement project, and concerns were raised about maintenance issues at the River Bluff Townhomes.
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The Windom City Council met last night and has approved a construction contract for the long-awaited Island Park Berm project, aimed at reducing flooding near South 4th Avenue, 7th Street, and Highway 62. The low bid of just under $300,000 came from Mathiowetz Construction, with an added $27,830 for a pad that will support a future park shelter. The engineer’s estimate was $415,000. To cover costs, the city will initially use reserve funds and later consider reimbursing itself through a general obligation bond, similar to how it financed the 2025 street project. A resolution was also passed to officially declare this intent. Construction is expected to move forward following final paperwork and contract completion.
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It’s Free Movie Thursday!! Today’s movie is the King of Kings sponsored by The Windom Methodist Church. This film is rated PG it was released in April this year. Follow Charles Dickens as he tells the story of Jesus’ life, how he was born, grew up and began teaching people about God’s love, kindness, and forgiveness. He helped the poor, healed the sick and taught people how to treat each other with respect and compassion. The movie is shown through the eyes of Dickens son, Walter, who imagines walking alongside Jesus through key moments of his life. Movies start at 1:30pm and don’t forget all the amazing concessions that are available for purchase!
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