MCW schools close due to threat

Officials in two area school districts took different approaches when responding to possible threats recently received. Cori Reynolds, superintendent of Martin County West Schools, says district officials Monday afternoon became aware of a threat of violence to occur at the junior/senior high school. In an email to parents, Reynolds says school officials met with Sherburn […]

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Wells Concrete plans major expansion

One of the largest employers in Faribault County will undergo a multi-million dollar face-lift soon. Wells City Administrator CJ Holl says Wells Concrete is planning to build a new production plant at its current location along Highway 22. “It will give them expanded capabilities and will likely mean new employees being hired,” says Holl. Officials […]

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Investigator returns to review complaints against police

A familiar investigator will be reviewing complaints filed against the Winnebago Police Department. City Administrator Jake Skluzacek says Michelle Soldo of Soldo Consulting Group, P.C., of Woodbury has been hired. “She has begun to start collecting information and contacting those involved,” says Skluzacek. “I do not have a proposal for costs yet.” One complaint accuses […]

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Did officer use “chokehold” during recent arrest?

A friend of a Winnebago man says a local police officer used “excessive force” when he was arrested after being stopped for a traffic violation. “I am appalled. He used a chokehold,” says the friend. “Something needs to happen and I want it done right now. The friend is referring to a 16-second video that […]

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Faribault County officials not talking

Faribault County commissioners remain silent, while the county attorney cautiously responds and cities data privacy issues. Acting on a tip of nearly three weeks ago, Tripleanews.com has been trying to find out if an employee has been placed on paid leave or if a complaint has been filed against them. All commissioners, except Bill Groskreutz, […]

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‘No meeting, no pay’ practice clarified

It’s been a common practice that probably shouldn’t have been occurring. Winnebago City Council members have been docked a month’s pay whenever they miss a regularly scheduled monthly meeting. But, that’s going to change thanks to Councilman Rick Johnson. At Tuesday’s meeting, Johnson asked City Administrator Chris Ziegler and City Attorney David Frundt to clarify […]

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