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Summer Solstice arrives this Thursday
We had some additional showers and thunderstorms that impacted the state earlier this week.
Local students named to MSU Moorhead Dean’s List
The following students have been named to the Minnesota State University Moorhead dean’s list in recognition of academic achievement spring semester 2024.
Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council awarded workforce grant
Governor Tim Walz last week announced $2.7 million in grants to build career pathways for Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) and low-income Minnesotans into good-paying union trade jobs in the high-demand fields of construction, clean energy and energy efficiency.“A green economy sets us up for a healthier future while ensuring that all Minnesotans share the benefits of clean and renewable energy.
Iowa State University announces spring 2024 Dean’s List
More than 10,600 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the spring semester 2024 Dean’s List.

Fagen Fighters Museum holds D-Day observance program
On Thursday, June 6th, a large crowd gathered at the Fagen Fighters WWII Museum in the Naval Hangar for a program in observance of D-Day.
Western Fest returns June 20-22
This year’s annual Western Fest community celebration is set to take place June 20th through the 22nd.
Upcoming Events
June 20-22: The Western Fest PRCA Stampede Rodeo is held annually at Lee Mar Ranch in Granite Falls, MN.
County OKs purchase of new police vehicle
The Lyon County Board of Commissioners at its last meeting approved the purchase of a new patrol pickup for the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office.Because the current body style of RAM SSV pickups is antiquated, the existing parts will be of no use if a 2025 vehicle is purchased., Lyon County Sheriff Eric Wallen thought it would be best to be proactive in the pursuit of a new vehicle.
Opportunities available to hunt elk in Minnesota
Hunters have through Saturday, June 15, to apply for one of the 10 elk licenses offered this year by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

Ask a Trooper: Collector Plates…
Question: Can a truck with collector plates on it be used in a snow plow business?