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Statewide pheasant numbers similar to 2023

Pheasant numbers in the 2024 Minnesota August Roadside Survey were similar to 2023 and 19% above the 10-year average, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.“The stability in pheasant numbers across the state and most regions is welcome news after the wet spring and summer we had,” said Steven Woodley, DNR senior wildlife research biologist.

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Minnesota DNR shares what to expect for the 2024 fall colors season, provides tips to enjoy autumn on state lands

To celebrate Minnesota’s most colorful season, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources shares a fall color forecast, typical timing of peak colors, ways for Minnesotans to find where colors are at their peak each week, and autumn trip-planning tips.The 2024 fall colors forecastFall colors in Minnesota typically peak in mid-to-late-September through mid-October, starting in the northwest and working toward the southeast corner of Minnesota.

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Lyon County board OKs 3-year deals for law enforcement services in Cottonwood

The Lyon County Board on August 20 approved three-year law enforcement service contracts for Balaton, Cottonwood, Ghent and Russell.Each contract carries increases over the next three years of 3%, 3.15% and 3.25%.The Balaton extension is for a 30 hours per week at annual rates of $78,984 for 2025, $81,475.20 for 2026 and $84,110.40 for 2027.

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