25 in Monticello. The Wright County Highway Department has provided an update on the 2022 Pavement Preservation Schedule. Copyright 2023 Patriot News MN. The U.S. Drought Monitor has released its weekly report on drought conditions. Husom, Daleiden and Wetter had their last meeting of their terms Tuesday (Dec. 27). Both statements can be seen below. The Wright County Sheriffs Office has released its weekly Activity Report for the period of June 13-19. Daniel Allen Niemann, 41, of Maple Grove, was arrested in Monticello - charges of 1st degree sale & 1st degree possession of controlled substance. The full report can be seen here: https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3740. This includes those considered Vulnerable Adults. The closure is located at the intersection of CSAH 30 and CSAH 6 A Message from Wright County Health & Human Services. Damien Stephen Donahue, 24, of Minneapolis, was arrested in Scott Co. - Wright Co. warrant - 5th degree possession of controlled substance violation. City to condemn historic racism in Mankato neighborhoods. Office seekers may file their affidavit of candidacy until May 31. Posted on: May 1, 2023 Wright County Sheriff's Office Activity Report For Period Ending May 1, 2023. The full report can be seen here: https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3588. David Michael Pennoyer, 53, of St. Michael, was arrested in Albertville - charge of 3rd degree DWI. Oct. 25th: Paul Michael Adams, 40 of Princeton was arrested in Mille Lacs Co. - Wright Co. warrant - 5th degree-controlled substance; Thommi Diane Bloxson, 45 of Buffalo was arrested in Buffalo - Wright Co. warrant - 5th degree assault; Jason Michael Callahan, 42 of Cottage Grove was arrested in Washington Co. - Wright Co. warrant - 1st degree-controlled substance; Eric Louis Friauf, 36 of Howard Lake was arrested in Howard Lake - charge of domestic assault; Clayton Robert Kessler, 20 of Buffalo was arrested in Hennepin Co. - Wright Co. warrants - theft of motor vehicle, 2nd degree burglary & 1st degree burglary; Samual Alfred Mickelson, 37 of Big Lake was arrested in Sherburne Co. - Wright Co. warrant - 3rd degree DWI. The county population has grown an astounding 4.33 percent to 148,003 the highest percentage increase in t Wright County has produced a short video giving people a birds eye view of what snowplow drivers go through during a typical storm. The changes to the playground will include new equipment, safety surfacing, and an expanded play area. The full report can be seen here: https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3576. Wright County Sheriff Report. Daniel Paul Butler, 35, of Sartell, was arrested in Clearwater - Benton Co. warrant - driving after revocation. The Wright County Sheriff's Office has released its weekly Activity Report for the period of April 17-23 All offices and facilities will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, Nov. 14. At this time, it is expected to be closed for two weeks. Myles Alden Egor Pettis, 20, of East Bethel, was arrested in Cokato - charges of kidnapping & terroristic threats. The Wright County Sheriffs Office has released its weekly Activity Report for the period of Feb. 6-12. Lon Andrew Mingo, 53, of Buffalo, was arrested in Sherburne Co. - charge of domestic assault. David Robert Johnson Jr, 30 of St Cloud was arrested in Clearwater - Wright Co. warrant - 3rd degree DWI. The Wright County Sheriffs Office has released its weekly Activity Report for the period of March 6-12. 55 Starting June 6, County Road 119 in St. Michael to Close June 7, Week 2 of Ulrich Trial Gets Underway Today, MnDOT Provides List of Road Construction, Detours for Holiday Weekend, Otsego Park Playground Construction Finish Delayed, Details on Fatal Accident in Middleville Township Tuesday, MnDOT Issuing Full Summer Overweight Permits, MnDOT Suggesting to Download 511mn App Before Weekend Travel, https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3365, Bertram Chain of Lakes Advisory Council Looking for At-Large Member, Wright County HHS Seeking RFPs to Support Community Wellbeing, MnDOT Promotes the Practice of Zipper Merging, U of M Extension Offering Youth Tractor and Farm Safety June 14-15, https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3357, License Center Now Offer Class D Written Driver's Testing, Highway 12 in Montrose Closed for One Week Starting May 16, Click It or Ticket Seatbelt Enforcement Campaign Coming, Filing for Elected Offices Opens Tuesday, May 17, Highway Department Announces 2022 Overlay Projects, First Half Property Taxes Due By Monday, May 16, Jury Selection in Ulrich Trial Begins Today, Highway Department Announces 2022 Seal Coating Sites, License Center Ready as Fishing Opener Approaches, Fatal Accident Monday in Maple Lake Township, Segment of CSAH 7 in Howard Lake to Close for Two Days, https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3340, How to Get Involved in Elections in Wright County, CSAH 37 Construction to Start Monday, March 16, County Board Approves Updated Parks Master Plan, Highway Department Roadside Spraying Starts Today, https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3329. Nicholas Ryan Loken, 29, of Monticello, was arrested in Monticello - charge of violation of no contact order & Wright Co. warrants - simple robbery & domestic assault violations. The Minnesota Department of Transportation has announced that there will be short-term lane closures on I-94 on eastbound I-94 between Co. Rd. Elizabeth Ann Solle, 33, of Coon Rapids, was arrested in Anoka Co. - Wright Co. warrant - theft violations. To Wright County is working with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) to improve traffic flow along County Highway 19 in Albertville and is seeking public feedback on a newly implemented coord Come visit the largest indoor decorated tree display in Minnesota! Those who will be outdoors this weekend are being cautioned to take additional care if theyre going to have bonfires. Where can I park when I visit the Government Center? We provide law enforcement services to the unincorporated areas of the county and additionally contract police services with 13 cities. The nighttime closures will be in place May 3, 2023 is still more than seven months away, but that is the deadline for people to get REAL ID an identity card/drivers license that will be required to fly domestically and enter federal facilities after that date. From 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park in Monticello At its meeting today (Feb. 7), the Wright County Board of Commissioners undertook an annual rite of passage approving spring weight restrictions for vehicles during an eight-week period in the spring. The closure will begin at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5 and continue through 3 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 6. Jan 11, 2021 Jan 11, 2021 . Friday, April 21, 2023. Jobs & Employment. Under the program, Minnesota residents can fish without licenses as long as they children age 15 or younger with them. Insurance information is required for motorcycles, moped Wright County is positioned to receive more than $4 million to be used for opioid-related initiatives. The Wright County Fair Board currently has open seats in four of its five zones. Christian Wayne Swanson, 58, of Buffalo, was arrested in Buffalo - charge of 3rd degree DWI. Thee WCFLO is taking nominations for families that are struggling and could use some help this holiday season. The Minnesota Department of Transportation has provided an update on the I-94 project between Hasty and Monticello. By working with the county, Monticello benefits from the scale, resources, and regional connections of the Sheriff's Office. Oct. 24th: Lekele Camille Coleman, 48 of Brooklyn Center was arrested in St Michael - charge of 2nd degree DWI test refusal; Cody James Delpeches Graves, 39 of Ham Lake was arrested in Buffalo - Wright Co. warrant - 3rd degree-controlled substance; Timothy Allen Hanson, 56 of Otsego was arrested in Hennepin Co. - Wright Co. warrant - possession of burglary tools; Jeshua Robert Kasper, 27 of St Cloud was arrested in Hennepin Co. - Wright Co. warrant - 5th degree-controlled substance; Vincent Richard Kirchner, 20 of Brainerd was arrested in St Louis Co. - Wright Co. warrant - theft of motor vehicle; Randall Gene Moody, 53 of Maple Lake was arrested in Maple Lake - Wright Co. warrant - domestic assault by strangulation; Christopher Keith Nelson, 33 of Elk River was arrested in Buffalo - Wright Co. warrant - 3rd degree DWI; Terence Nkwain Bam, 35 of Albertville was arrested in Albertville - charge of 3rd degree DWI; Brian Kenneth Shultz, 58 of Monticello was arrested in Monticello - charge of recklessly handle or use dangerous weapon. There were 17 families who attended the party on Thursday, Dec. 8 at Huikkos Event Center in Buffalo. The section was closed for a culvert replacement project. Winds are expected out of the northwest with steady winds of 20 to 30 miles per hour with gusts up to 50 mph expected. On April 24th, Richard James Goodthunder, 33 of Morton was arrested in Redwood County on a Wright County warrant for 5t On April 17th, Michael James Dalbec, 26 of Loretto was arrested in Rockford on a charge of 5th Degree Controlled Substance. Traffic for Otsego, St. Michael, Rogers and Dayton w Wright County Parks & Recreation has announced that Otsego Park is closed indefinitely due to flooding. On Nov. 9, 2022, the Wright County Sheriffs Office received information that physical evidence recovered at the scene of the Aug. 22, 2 A Statement from Xcel Energy regarding the progress to recover and treat water leaked at the Monticello Nuclear Plant: MINNEAPOLIS(March 16, 2023) Xcel Energy today reported on steps taken to contain and manage a water leak d Are you planning on getting your motorcycle permit or Commercial Drivers License (CDL) permit this spring? The Wright County Sheriffs Office has released its weekly Activity Report for the period of July 18-24. Jacob Joseph Bradley Stoeckel, 36, of Robbinsdale, was arrested in Otsego - charge of violation of domestic abuse no contact order. The full report can be seen here: https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3357. The construction is expected to be completed by Friday, July 1. Sarah Jean Pinke, 44 of Zimmerman was arrested in Sherburne Co. - two Wright Co. warrants - 5th degree-controlled substance. The full report can be seen here: https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3684. The Wright County Sheriffs Office has released its weekly Activity Report for the period of Feb. 13-19. Jordan Decker Hauan, 21, of Big Lake, was arrested in Sherburne Co. - Wright Co. warrants - 5th degree possession of controlled substance violations. This afternoon, the case against Gregory Ulrich, who is on trial for the shooting and bombing of the Allina Crossroads Clinic in Buffalo that left medical assistant Lindsay Overbay dead and four others critically injured, went to the jury. Adolfo Quijada Lara, 63, of Otsego, was arrested in Otsego - charge of domestic assault. On March 20th, Coy Thomas Coolen, 27 of Buffalo was arrested in Buffalo on two Wright County warrants for Violation of a Domestic Abuse No Contact Order. Please watch our website andFacebook page for exact dates. The full report can be seen here: https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3501. 10 NW 2nd Street, Room C201, Buffalo, MN 55313. The full report can be seen here: https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3490. Dec. 4th: Amanda Lee Cocchiarella, 30 of South St Paul was arrested in Waverly - charge of domestic assault; Charlisse Lashea Tyson, 29 of St Michael was arrested in Albertville - charges of 5th degree assault & 3rd degree DWI test refusal; Damon Paul Westrich, 31 of St Cloud was arrested in Monticello - charge of 3rd degree DWI. REAL ID began as a requirement from Homeland Security and the 911 Commission th On Thursday (July 14) the Minnesota Department of Health released figures on the increase in overdose deaths in 2021 an alarming 22 percent increase from 2020 and more than double the numbers of overdose deaths in 2018. The Wright County Highway Department has been informed that Canadian Pacific Railroad will close County Highway 6 at the railroad crossing south of State Highway 55 in Corinna Township, June 6to June 9 to complete a track repair. A detour will not be posted, please use alternate routes to access Robert Ney Memorial Park. The closure began Monday, Sept. 12. The Wright County Sheriff's Office is the 3rd largest sheriff's office in Minnesota. There will still be work in the area with restoration items Wright County Health and Human Services is looking for foster parents because of a significant need for foster parents that can provide the love, attention and guidance these children need. Tomorrow (Tuesday, Aug. 9) is primary election day in Minnesota. https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/news/2022/07/28/zebra-mussels-confirme Public Accuracy Test of Voting Equipment Coming Aug. 1, Drought Monitor Shows Wright County In Need of More Rain, Artwork from Renowned Artist Now In New Government Center, CSAH 32 to Close Thursday for Railroad Track Repair, CSAH 35 Construction Open House Wednesday in St. Michael, Recorder's Office Closed for a Portion of Tuesday, July 26, https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3490, Parks & Rec Hosting Disabled Vet Waterfowl Hunt Oct. 8, County Conducting Online Auction for Compost Facility Items, Sheriff's Office: Woman Severely Injured in Train/Pedestrian Incident, Friday is the Deadline to Apply for Frontline Worker Pay, Skip the Line With License Center Drop Box, Daily Schedule of Events for 2022 Wright County Fair, Road, Bridge Projects Coming to St. Michael and Hanover, https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3477, Wright County Under a Heat Advisory This Afternoon, 988 Line Goes Live Saturday for Those in Mental Health Crisis, DPS Advising People to Get REAL ID Before Rush Starts Next Year, MDH Releases Startling Report on Overdose Deaths, Wright County Remains Unchanged in U.S. Drought Monitor, MnDOT Announces Planned Completion Date for I-94 Construction, U of M Extension Has Advice for Getting Rid of Wild Parsnip, County Looking for Individuals to Join Opioid Settlement Advisory Council, FEMA to Conduct Flood Map Information Open House Aug. 2, Safe Communities Warns About Dangers of Speeding, https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3465, Construction on CSAH 35, Dague Avenue Intersection Begins Monday, Elections Office Providing Tips to Avoid Absentee Ballot Mistakes, Veteran Service Bonus Application Portal Open, Wright County Included in Abnormally Dry by U.S. Drought Monitor, https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3455, DNR Cracking Down on Drunk Boating Over Holiday Weekend, County Road 119 Construction Largely Completed, Open to Traffic, Numerous Events Scheduled for 2022 Wright County Fair, Lambert Family Named 2022 Farm Family of the Year, Veterans Service Bonus Program Opens July 7, https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3446, Absentee, Early Voting for August Primary Begins Today, YMCA Camp Manitou Pool and Splash Pad Opens Saturday, BCA Provides Details on St. Michael Standoff, HHS Looking for Public Input on ARP Allocations, Sheriff's Office Turns Gardas Case Over to BCA, Sheriff Deringer Makes Statement on St. Michael Incident. The weekly U.S. Drought Monitor was released Thursday and, while the vast majority of Minnesota has received enough rain to not be included in the monitor, a small section of east central Minnesota is including all of Wright County. In a statement released today by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the aquatic invasive species zebra mussels have been confirmed in Lake Pulaski north of Buffalo. The Wright County Sheriffs Office has released its weekly Activity Report for the period of March 13-19. The Wright County Sheriffs Office has released its weekly Activity Report for the period of Oct. 24-30. August is National Back-to-School Month and here are some tips for a great school year: The Minnesota Department of Transportation has provided an update on the finishing work on the I-94 project between Monticello and Hasty. Derek James Painschab, 29, of Buffalo, was arrested in Monticello - charge of receiving stolen property. Copyright 2023 Patriot News MN. There were arrests - 9 DWI, 2 underage consumption arrests, 0 school bus stop arm violations & 71 tickets - miscellaneous traffic violations reported this week. The Wright County Sheriffs Office has released its weekly Activity Report for the period of Sept. 5-11. With more than 1,000 miles of roads, shoulders and turn lanes, the plow drivers face a daunting task of clearing A Message from Wright County Taxpayer Services and Assessors Offices: Wright County tax statements are in the process of being printed and mailed now. Nov. 28th: Eric Michael Dorman, 45 of Albert Lea was arrested in Montrose - charge of 1st degree-controlled substance; Eric Scott Everson, 40 of Burnsville was arrested in Monticello - charge of theft; John Michael Huikko, 42 of Buffalo was arrested in Waverly - charges of 5th degree-controlled substance & driving after cancelation/inimical to public safety; Dayshon Devon Johnson, 24 of Blaine was arrested in Delano - charge of giving peace officer false name of another person; Eli William Nelson, 26 of St Paul was arrested in Albertville - charge of possessing ammo/firearm while under the influence of controlled substance; Susan Maria Potter, 24 of Onamia was arrested in Crow Wing Co. - Wright Co. warrant - 5th degree-controlled substance; Tyler Andrew Rodgers, 36 of Buffalo was arrested in Buffalo - charge of criminal vehicular operation causing bodily harm; Waylon Gordon Stephens, 42 of Montrose was arrested in Montrose - charge of 1st degree-controlled substance; Damante James Williams, 18 of Buffalo was arrested in Buffalo - charge of financial card fraud. Wright County, in partnership with the Opioid Settlement Advisory Council, has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to support opioid epidemic response strategies, including prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction. The Wright County Sheriff's Office will be hosting ATV youth safety field day classes on Sunday, October 9 for youth ages 11-15. Buffalo voters wishing to vote early should visit the Finance and Taxpayer Services counter at the Wright County Government Hennepin County will be starting the second phase of bridge maintenance on County Highway 19 over the Crow River in the City of Hanover beginning Tuesday, October 4. Crews are on the way to remove barricades at CSAH 14 west of Delano and CSAH 20 southwest of Hanov A Message from Wright County Parks & Recreation: Parks & Rec would like to get out a pair of reminders as spring has finally arrived. Those needing transactions at the License Center ca Hopefully this mornings rain will knock a dent in it, but Wright County remains in Moderate Drought status according to the weekly U.S. Drought Monitor. The archery targets at Riverside County Park, Hasty-Silvercreek, and Clearwater Wayside will be in place by mid-May. The County Highway 37 project is moving to the final stage of construction. Vergie Lachuna Kitchen, 47, of Buffalo, was arrested in Buffalo - MN Dept. The hours of the office closure will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wright County will be under a Severe Heat Advisory until 1 a.m. Tuesday. Scott David Roman, 31, of Blaine, was arrested in Waverly - charges of 5th degree possession of controlled substance & fugitive from justice. Waseca man accused of sexually assaulting minor. Oct. 1st: Michael Curtis Ahlm, 35 of Annandale was arrested in Monticello - charge of 5th degree-controlled substance. Victoria Lynn Prince-Esmond, 38, of Buffalo, was arrested in Ramsey Co. - Wright Co. warrant - 3rd degree sale of controlled substance violation. The full report can be seen here: https://www.co.wright.mn.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3855. Christopher Eastman QuaQua, 18 of Monticello was arrested in Sherburne Co. - charge of 1st degree assault & Wright Co. warrant - driving without valid license. Funds will be available using a first-come, first-served application process. Carter John Paulson, 19 of Delano was arrested in Montrose - charge of 3rd degree DWI test refusal. Jeremy Cromwell Phyle, 40, of Zimmerman, was arrested in Albertville - charge of receiving stolen property. The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is encouraging Minnesotans to apply for its Line Extension Program to connect homes and businesses to high-speed broadband. All of Wright County remains in Moderate Drought condition, coming on the heels of record-s County Highway 35 (Kahl Avenue NE) is an important route that is seeing an influx in traffic volumes related to growth in the area. Unfortunately, Emerald Ash Borer was positivel A Statement from Wright County Attorney Brian Lutes: Kevin Zelaya Asencio appeared in Wright County District Court, the Honorable Judge Elizabeth Strand presiding, this morning (March 22) on the charge of 2nd degree intentional murder in connection with th As part of a national settlement with large pharmaceutical companies over the spread of opioids that cause addiction and death, Wright County received $3.77 million in settlement funds to be spread over several years. Parker Clare Anderson, 20, of Litchfield, was arrested in Stearns Co. - Wright Co. warrant - driving after suspension & Carver Co. warrant - weapon violation. Wright County Health & Human Services will be hosting a foster parent orientation session from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Aug. 1 at the Wright County Government Center (3650 Braddock Ave. NE, Room 1150, Buffalo). Mississippi River at Red Wing L/D 3 affecting Pierce, Goodhue and Dakota Counties . The Wright County elections team has fielded numerous questions about how to get involved with elections in Wright County. The Minnesota fishing opener is this weekend and the Wright County License Center wants those in need of boat registration/tabs or licenses that its drive-thru window is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekday A Message from the Wright County Sheriffs Office. On March 27th, Christian Jedidiah Dotseth, 26 of Seattle WA was arrested in Annandale on charges of Obstruct Legal Process with Force, Interfere w Wright County Sheriffs Office Activity Report For Period Ending March 27th, 2023. Clarence Joseph Gill Jr, 30 of Monticello was arrested in Hennepin Co. - Wright Co. warrant - domestic assault. On April 3rd, Mia Pearl Clark, 23 of Detroit Lakes was arrested in Becker County on a Wright County warrant for 5th Degree Controlled On March 27th, Deven Carl Busse-King, 18 of Becker was arrested in Monticello on a charge of Theft. Travis William Bruns, 30, of Shoreview, was arrested in Montrose - Wright Co. warrant - theft violations. The Wright County Sheriffs Office has released its weekly Activity Report for the period of Oct. 31-Nov. 6. Anyone who has driven anywhere over the past two months has been dealing with the winter/spring equivalent to the mosquito potholes. Mark Andrew Boedigheimer, 55, of St. Michael, was arrested in Monticello - charge of 2nd degree DWI. On January 4, Deanna Marie Sells, 43, of Waite Park, was arrested in Stearns County on a Wright County warrant for 2 nd degree DWI . Interactive GIS Map - Beacon. 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