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Apply to be part of a Minnesota DNR advisory group and add your voice to the conservation conversation
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is recruiting new members to serve on key advisory groups related to fish and wildlife management, recreation, natural heritage, and conservation policy and funding. Interested people can learn more and apply until 4:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3 on the Engage with DNR webpage (engage.dnr.state.mn.us/advisory-group-appointment-opportunities).
News from Countryside Public Health: Preparedness starts at home…
Every September since 2004, FEMA’s Ready Campaign has recognized National Preparedness Month, a time to encourage Americans to take steps toward being ready for emergencies. This year’s theme “Preparedness Starts at Home” - is a reminder that small actions taken today can make a big difference when the unexpected happens!
Healthy Aging Month programming in September
As more Americans reach older adulthood, the importance of supporting lifelong health and wellbeing continues to grow. Each September, Healthy Aging Month shines a spotlight on the opportunities that come with aging and encourages people to take steps toward a vibrant, fulfilling life. Healthy aging recognizes the value of nurturing physical, emotional, social, financial, and spiritual wellness at every stage.
Statewide pheasant numbers up nearly 50% from 2024
Pheasant numbers in the 2025 Minnesota August Roadside Survey were up nearly 50% from 2024 and 21% above the 10-year average, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Minnesota DNR webinar series has new sessions this fall
Webinars on deer hunting, waterfowl, trail cameras and fish are included in the fall lineup of the Minnesota Outdoor Skills and Stewardship Series from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Ask a Trooper: Opticom…
Question: My husband and I are wondering if it is true that emergency vehicles can change a light from red to green, if they need to proceed through an intersection. Is this true, or is it just a myth that people now believe to be true? Also, if this is true, how is the light triggered? Is it triggered by the flashing lights of the emergency vehicle or is it triggered through some other method?
Temps cool down over the weekend
As summer winds down and the kids return to school, it is a time to look back at this summer. Most of the state saw plenty of rain except the extreme northwest corner of Minnesota. The summer also saw some severe weather along with flooding in parts of the region.
2025 Track Champions Crowned at Fiesta City Speedway
The 2026 Season Championship at Fiesta City Speedway on Friday night saw four drivers winning their first championship in their respective divisions.
Yellow Medicine County Recycling & Disposal Corner: Batteries…
Batteries seem so innocent but yet, they can cause some pretty hazardous situations not only at home but also with our trash and recycling. Recently, we have had some issues surrounding battery packs that are made available to the public to purchase. These battery packs can break open and can cause fires if they are thrown away.
Wood Lake Fair draws a crowd
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