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by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale City Council held their regular meeting on October13. Public Works Public Works Supervisor Matt Uselman reported on the need to replace a malfunctioning crosswalk flasher on the west side of town. After consulting with MnDOT, he learned that the city is responsible for the flasher’s maintenance and replacement. A new solar-powered flasher costs $2,629. The council discussed whether to replace one or both flashers, ultima

by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale City Council held a public hearing to discuss the future of the local police department, considering whether to maintain the department or contract services with the Wadena County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO). The city was presented with three options: continue with a part-time city police force, contract for 30 hours of service per week with the county or rely solely on the county for emergency response. The public indicate

by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Wadena County Commissioners held their regular meeting on Tuesday, October 14. Judicial Ditch #3 Obstruction A public hearing was held regarding the obstructions previously discussed in Orton Township. Property owners Timothy and Kristina Estabrooks addressed the issues pertaining to these obstructions. They highlighted a culvert (location A) installed to provide vehicle access across a ditch, which is currently sized at 24 inch

Area children gathered at the Verndale Fire Hall on Sunday, September 14, to learn first aid and fire extinguisher basics. The children received hands-on training in a wide range of emergency situations during the Kids First Aid program, organized by Keri Weiher and supported by the Verndale Fire Department, Astera Health, and the Wadena County Sheriff’s Office. Students learned from EMT Katlyn Dykhoff how to respond to seizures, including keeping the person safe, rolling

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News from Verndale's Past 40 Years Ago, October 16, 1985 • A large percentage of hands were raised in response to the question from Fire Chief Duane Davis who asked how many had fire alarms in their homes. He also emphasized the importance of practicing EDITH (Exit Drills in the Home) and urged children to ask their parents to participate. He spoke to elementary students on Thursday following the practice fire drill in the school after which they trooped down to the fire hal

by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale School Board held their regular meeting on Monday, October 6. Administrative Reports Principal Katie Bolland reported on recent and upcoming activities. She highlighted staff and student achievements, listed all field trips for the current and upcoming months, and noted that the first LETRS professional development session took place for participating staff, while others received instructional practice demonstrations. Bi

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According to the criminal complaint, on August 1, 2024, the St. Cloud Police Department began investigating a report of sexual abuse involving Aaron John Kuhn, 47, a priest with the Catholic Church, after receiving a tip from an individual regarding alleged abuse. An adult female reported that Kuhn engaged in multiple acts of sexual contact and sexual penetration with her between November 2019 and October 2022. At the time, Kuhn was providing the woman with spiritual directi