A high-speed pursuit that began with a theft investigation in Windom ended late Tuesday night in Blue Earth County. According to preliminary information, the incident started as a theft report at the Circle K in Windom. The suspect vehicle was later located near the Mountain Lake area, where a pursuit began and continued through several counties before ending in Blue Earth County.
Windom Police are investigating the theft report, and additional details are expected once the department’s report is complete.
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Mountain Lake Police Department reported 21 calls from October 20th to October 26th. Officers conducted several traffic stops and assisted other agencies, individuals having motor vehicle issues and assisted property owner with individuals living out of storage unit. For a full listing of all calls from the Mountain Lake Police Department click on link below.
Mountain Lake Police Department October 20th to October 26th
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The Jeffers City Council met on the 27th. Engineer Jordan Albrecht of Bolton & Menk attended the meeting to discuss grant funding opportunities for the Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP) and a possible water tower rehabilitation project. Following discussion, the council approved having Bolton & Menk move forward with the grant applications at an estimated cost of $3,500 in application fees. The council also reviewed correspondence from Red Rock Rural Water notifying the city of a rate increase beginning January 1, 2026. Discussion on adjusting the city’s own rates was tabled until the next meeting. Concerns were raised about a property in town that is open to trespassers and harboring wild animals. Mayor Prins will contact a building inspector to assess the situation. Discussion was also held on dogs in town. The council also reviewed a Lead and Copper Tap Water Monitoring report from the Minnesota Department of Health. In other business, the clerk shared information on an upcoming Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) class. Notices will be posted around town, and residents interested in participating are encouraged to attend a future council meeting for more information. All bills and the financial report were approved.
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Halloween is creeping up fast and there’s plenty of fun for all the little ghosts and goblins around the area this Friday, October 31st! In Windom, Mt Lake, Storden, and Jeffers trick-or-treating hours run from 4 to 7 p.m., In Westbrook official hours are from 4:30-8pm. In Windom kids are invited to stop by Riverview Apartments at 605 10th Street, where residents will be waiting in the entryway with buckets of candy from 4 to 6 p.m. and just down the street, the friendly folks at Hillside Manor at 177 10th Street, will also be handing out treats from 4 to 6 p.m. If you’re feeling brave, head over to the Terror Trail at the Windom Community Center from 4 to 8 p.m. for some thrills and chills. Food trucks will be on site, and admission is just $3 for kids 12 and under, $4 for adults, or $10 for groups of four. As always, safety first! Trick-or-treaters should only visit homes that have porch lights on, stay on sidewalks where possible, and make sure costumes are bright or reflective so they can be seen after dark. Grab your costumes, bring your candy bags, and get ready for a frightfully fun evening and have a spooktacular time!
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The Cottonwood County Historical Society invites the public to attend its 2025 Annual Meeting and Presentation this Sunday, November 2nd, beginning at 2 p.m. at the Historical Society, located at 812 Fourth Avenue in Windom. The afternoon will start with a brief business meeting, followed by a special program titled “A Chase to the Death: The James-Younger Gang” presented by Russ Swanson, educator and historian from Canton, South Dakota. Swanson will separate fact from fiction surrounding the pursuit of Jesse James and the Younger brothers following the infamous Northfield raid. His eight years of research into the gang’s true escape route have also resulted in a book, which will be available for purchase at the event. The program is free and open to the public. Light refreshments and door prizes will also be offered.
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Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. To help meet that urgent demand, the American Red Cross is teaming with local venues in our listening area to host two upcoming donation opportunities. Butterfield‑Odin Public School is hosting a drive on Monday, November 3rd in the small gym- 440 Hubbard Ave in Butterfield from Noon to 6pm. On Thursday, November 6th the Red Cross will be at the Mountain Lake Community Center located at 1027 Second Ave Mt Lake from 1:30-6:30pm. Both of these blood drives give our listeners opportunities to give blood, save lives and be heroes to people you may never meet or to your neighbor or family members. Giving blood gives a second chance to so many. Both blood drives are in partnership with Red Cross. To make an appointment, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcomed.