A four-vehicle crash in Nobles County Tuesday at approximately 6 pm left one person with life-threatening injuries. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, a semi was stalled in the southbound lane of Highway 91 near milepost 17. A cargo van had stopped behind it when a pickup rear-ended the van, pushing it into the semi. The pickup then crossed into the northbound lane and struck a minivan. The pickup driver, a 75-year-old man from Adrian, suffered life-threatening injuries and was transported to Sanford Hospital. The other drivers, a 54-year-old man from Magnolia, a 29-year-old man from Kenneth, and a 66-year-old woman from Lismore, reported non-life-threatening injuries but were not transported. The crash remains under investigation by the Minnesota State Patrol. Outside agencies assisting were Sanford Ambulance, Adrian Police Department and Fire, Redwood Air Care and Adrian Auto.
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Election Day is getting closer, and whether you vote early or head to the polls on November 3rd, one thing is certain your voice matters! The Minnesota Secretary of State’s Office is reminding residents that every county in the state will offer extended hours for in-person early voting, making it easier for voters to find a time that works for them.
- In Cottonwood County, residents can vote early at the Auditor/Treasurer’s Office inside the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom.
- Jackson County residents can cast their early ballots at the Jackson County Courthouse, located at 405 4th Street in Jackson.
- And in Murray County, early voting is available at the Murray County Government Center, located at 2500 28th Street in Slayton.
Along with regular weekday business hours, all three counties will offer additional voting opportunities. Extended hours include Saturday, October 24th, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Tuesday, October 27th, with voting available until 7 p.m. Additional weekend hours will be offered Saturday, October 31st, and Sunday, November 1st, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The final opportunity to vote early will be Monday, November 2nd, with voting available until 5 p.m. Voting is one of the most important ways we can take part in decisions that affect our communities, our schools, our state, and our future. Whether it’s your first time voting or something you’ve done for decades, every eligible voter has an opportunity to be heard. So mark your calendar, make a plan, and most importantly, get out and VOTE! The General Election is Tuesday, November 3rd. For additional voting information or to find your Election Day polling location, visit mnvotes.gov.
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The Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council is looking for farmers interested in helping shape the future of Minnesota’s soybean industry. Five director seats will be up for election in 2027, and the Council is encouraging soybean producers to consider running. Council members help decide how soybean checkoff dollars are invested in research, developing new markets, finding new uses for soybeans, and supporting future agricultural leaders. Council Vice Chair Ben Storm says they’re always looking for fresh ideas and new ways to bring more value back to Minnesota soybean farmers. To qualify, candidates must be at least 18 years old, be Minnesota soybean producers, and meet additional eligibility requirements. Each position carries a three-year term beginning July 1st, 2027. Farmers interested in running must submit their applications by January 25th. Election ballots will be mailed March 15th, with voting ending April 1st. For more information on the election process or how to request a ballot, visit mnsoybean.org.
Release: Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council
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The City of St. James Meadowlark Compost Site will have new operating hours beginning Monday, October 19th. New Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays: 3:00–6:00 p.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00–5:00 p.m. Location: 33890 733rd Avenue, St. James
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It’s a weird day for celebrations… It’s National Boss’s Day. Joe decided to take the day off so we won’t be celebrating his bossism… To all you boss’s out there or to all you people that feel like a boss be grateful and appreciative for those around you! It’s also National Liqueur Day… I am guessing it is a good day to stock up on the Kaluha and Baily’s and for the chill in the air I know it is at the front of mind for a lot of us. The one that I am really intriqued about is National Feral Cat Day. Now truth be told, I am more a dog person BUT I do have an appreciation for the cats that roam around our back yard and take care of all the unwanted creepy critters. I enjoy watching them from afar. Feral? I have no idea, but every cat is feral to me! We have a few different cats one is really pretty calico and the other midnight black with a white patch and then there is a grey one that shows up occasional. We use to have “Tigger” the neighbors cat the ruled the roost of our propriety and it took me a couple years to get use to him but boy did I miss him when he passed. These new “Feral” felines fill that void of entertainment and frustration for Otis but I do notice there aren’t as many unwanted critters roaming around. For that they can plop their lives down in the middle of my garden whenever they like. Now if today was yesterday… that would be cool because it was National Cheese Curds Day and National Lemon Bar Day but you know me I am always a day late and dollar short!