January 2024
Police stand-off results in area school lockdowns
On January 11th, area schools including Lakeview, Montevideo, Dawson-Boyd and Lac qui Parle Valley sent out emails to parents notifying them that the schools were in teach-on lock-downs due to a situation law enforcement had made them aware of in the local area.
Scholarships available at Ridgewater for life-saving paramedic training
Ridgewater College is one of several colleges offering Minnesota residents scholarships up to $5,000 per individual to become licensed paramedics, thanks to a $3 million commitment from the 2023 Minnesota Legislature.Paramedics begin as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and then advance their skills to become paramedics.
Granite Falls Fire Department honors retiring firefighter, awards others
The Granite Falls Fire Department and Granite Falls Firemens Relief Association Annual Meetings were held January 11, 2024 followed by dinner with retirees and honored guests.Executive Officers were all re-elected:Fire Chief Ryan HaarAssistant Fire Chief Barrett Eggebraaten2nd Assistant Fire Chief Eric SoineSecretary Evan KnudsonMembers affirmed the board of trustees of the Granite Falls Firemens Relief Association:President Tyler KnutsonVice President Barrett EggebraatenSecretary Kevin JensvoldTreasurer TJ McRaeTrustees: Nathan Stewart, Kyler Jelen, and Nick LundFire Chief: Ryan HaarDan Grund Memorial Top Responder of 2023 was awarded to Captain Holdyn Sand for responding to 94% of calls.Each year, the previous five Firefighters of the Year select a candidate who demonstrates our best values.
Upcoming Events
.Thursday, January 18th: Artist Reception Open House at Granite Area Arts Council for YME Student Art.
Guess Who?
Each week, the Advocate Tribune will share a photograph from our archives for you to “guess who”.
Assistant Police Chief reports 2023 City Deer Hunt results
At Tuesday evening’s regular meeting of the Granite Falls City Council, the council received a report from Assistant Police Chief Mike Thull regarding the 2023 City Deer Hunt results.
Recipe of the Week
Submitted by Myrna Stolen, MarshallA note from Myrna: Good served with shredded cheese, salsa and sour cream for added taste.
Governor Walz appoints Allison Whalen to fill Eighth Judicial District vacancy
Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan today announced the appointment of Allison Whalen as District Court Judge in Minnesota’s Eighth Judicial District.