Public opinion can be found on social media platforms and other forms of conventional mediums. But, at a gas pump while trying to fill up your vehicle? You’ve probably noticed an “I did that!” sticker showing President Joe Biden pointing his finger at the high price of gas. As the cost of fuel continues to […]
Continue ReadingWinnebago City Council went into closed-session during Wednesday night’s meeting to address allege misconduct by a police officer. “I can’t discuss anything, any information will have to come from City Attorney David Frundt,” says Police Chief Eric Olson. Frundt did not attend the meeting because he is on vacation. During the council’s discussion behind closed […]
Continue ReadingA Faribault County part-time jailer is currently facing a felony theft charge. Trisha Lynn Westphal, 33, of Winnebago was hired last October after being interviewed by the county’s central services/human resources director, jail administrator and assistant jail administrator. “She sat and observed for two shifts,” says Chief Deputy Scott Adams. “She hasn’t trained since mid-November.” […]
Continue ReadingWhat a difference a week makes. For the second week in a row, Winnebago City Council held a special meeting on a Tuesday to discuss how to fill the city administrator’s position. Council members decided to offer the job to deputy city clerk Judi Hynes, after their first choice Robert Harris III turned them down. […]
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