Fulda Pool Update

Fulda Pool Committee spokespersons, Beth Westra and Karen Ommen, have learned that 65 gallons of Valspar paint that has been designated for the interior of the Fulda Pool facilitiy will be delivered to Hutchinson, Minnesota, between the dates of May 11th and May 15th.
http://www.fuldafreepress.net/default.asp?storyid=57453&secid=101

Published: Wed, 09 May 2012 22:14:30 -0700

Did police officer hand out marijuana? State investigating

The state has suspended drug recognition training for law enforcement officers and begun an investigation into allegations that a Hutchinson police officer provided marijuana to a potential subject last week, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety said.
http://www.twincities.com/localnews/ci_20582975/state-suspends-drug-recognition-training-law-enforcement?source=rss

Published: Wed, 09 May 2012 09:03:17 -0700

Minnesota Sinfonia’s first ever tour to Greater Minnesota includes Granite Falls

Granite Falls, Minn. — The Minnesota Sinfonia to go on tour to greater Minnesota. The tour will feature nine greater Minnesota cities total, with five cities to be toured in June and four in September. June concerts will be held in Canby, Willmar, Granite Falls, Hutchinson and Red Wing, Minnesota.
http://www.granitefallsnews.com/topstories/x43410226/Minnesota-Sinfonia-s-first-ever-tour-to-Greater-Minnesota-includes-Granite-Falls

Published: Tue, 08 May 2012 02:03:30 -0700

Minnesota Senate is last stop for Vikings stadium

The Minnesota Vikings' pursuit of a $975 million stadium went to the floor of the state Senate on Thursday and even opponents predicted it would clear its final hurdle.
http://news.yahoo.com/minnesota-senate-last-stop-vikings-stadium-163040599--nfl.html

Published: Thu, 10 May 2012 11:55:37 -0700

Minn. police drop controversial drug program

A Minnesota State Patrol program that trains officers to identify signs of drug impairment has been suspended in the wake of troubling allegations.
http://feeds.mpr.org/~r/MPR_LawJustice/~3/n_Rjt-u48zY/

Published: Sun, 13 May 2012 21:02:57 -0700

Minnesota hospital programs, leaders honored

Minnesota Hospital Association's annual awards recognize patient safety, volunteerism, innovations in patient care, hospital excellence
http://news.yahoo.com/minnesota-hospital-programs-leaders-honored-132214385.html

Published: Tue, 22 May 2012 06:22:14 -0700

LP School Board welcomes new k-12 principal

LESTER PRAIRIE, MN – Lester Prairie School Board approved a two-year contract with Jeremy Schmidt of Hutchinson Tuesday. Schmidt will officially take over the duties of Lester Prairie k-12 principal when the contract starts July 1.
http://www.herald-journal.com/archives/2012/stories/lp-new-principal-schmidt.html

Published: Thu, 24 May 2012 13:20:08 -0700

MLB: Toronto 2, Minnesota 1

MINNEAPOLIS, May 12 (UPI) -- Drew Hutchison and four Toronto relievers teamed up on a five-hitter Saturday, elevating the Toronto Blue Jays to a 2-1 decision over Minnesota.
http://www.upi.com/Sports_News/2012/05/12/MLB-Toronto-2-Minnesota-1/UPI-55501336880862/

Published: Sat, 12 May 2012 21:02:54 -0700

Minn. Senate vote clears Vikings for new stadium

The Minnesota Vikings moved to within a governor's signature of getting a new $975 million stadium on Thursday after the state Senate approved a plan that relies heavily on public financing.Gov. Mark Dayton ...
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/minn-senate-vote-clears-vikings-204900192.html

Published: Thu, 10 May 2012 13:49:00 -0700

DPS Investigates Officer Allegedly Giving Pot To Protestors

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety is looking into allegations that a Hutchinson Police officer gave marijuana to protestors as part of a police program.
http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2012/05/09/dps-investigates-officer-allegedly-giving-pot-to-protestor/

Published: Wed, 09 May 2012 17:15:34 -0700