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New video! How property taxes work in Olmsted County

New video! How property taxes work in Olmsted County

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New video! How property taxes work in Olmsted County

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  • Feb 19, 2026

New video now available: How property taxes work in Olmsted County.

Watch this short, easy-to-understand overview to learn how property values, budgets, and levies come together to create your tax bill and how you can stay informed and involved.

Olmsted County compost program accepted into U.S. Composting Council’s Standard for Testing Assurance Program

Olmsted County compost program accepted into U.S. Composting Council’s Standard for Testing Assurance Program

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Olmsted County compost program accepted into U.S. Composting Council’s Standard for Testing Assurance Program

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  • Feb 10, 2026

This designation reflects Olmsted County’s commitment to producing a high-quality compost product through rigorous testing, monitoring, and quality control practices. 

Southeast Regional Crisis Center to change service hours effective February 21, 2026 

Southeast Regional Crisis Center to change service hours effective February 21, 2026 

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Southeast Regional Crisis Center to change service hours effective February 21, 2026 

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  • Feb 4, 2026

Effective Saturday, February 21, 2026, the Southeast Regional Crisis Center (SERCC) will begin new service hours which will be 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week.

  • Olmsted County joins regional campaign to educate youth on cannabis risks 
    Olmsted County joins regional campaign to educate youth on cannabis risks 

    Olmsted County joins regional campaign to educate youth on cannabis risks 

    “Speaking of Cannabis” promotes youth risk awareness and safe storage

    Olmsted County joins regional campaign to educate youth on cannabis risks 

    “Speaking of Cannabis” promotes youth risk awareness and safe storage

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    • Feb 20, 2026
    Poster from the Speaking of Cannabis campaign saying, "Your brain is your greatest super power."

    Olmsted County is one of 11 counties participating in the Speaking of Cannabis campaign. This initiative aims to empower adults in Southeast Minnesota to share information with youth about the risks of cannabis use. 

    • Read more about Olmsted County joins regional campaign to educate youth on cannabis risks 
  • New video! How property taxes work in Olmsted County
    New video! How property taxes work in Olmsted County

    New video! How property taxes work in Olmsted County

    New video! How property taxes work in Olmsted County

    • News
    • Feb 19, 2026
    A simple illustrated scene showing a silhouetted figure standing beside a red mailbox with a newspaper inside, in front of a yellow house with a blue rooftop.

    New video now available: How property taxes work in Olmsted County.

    Watch this short, easy-to-understand overview to learn how property values, budgets, and levies come together to create your tax bill and how you can stay informed and involved.

    • Read more about New video! How property taxes work in Olmsted County
  • We Are Water MN exhibit will visit Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo
    We Are Water MN exhibit will visit Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo

    We Are Water MN exhibit will visit Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo

    Exhibit opens February 25, 2026

    We Are Water MN exhibit will visit Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo

    Exhibit opens February 25, 2026

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    • Feb 19, 2026
    River at Main Picnic Area at Oxbow Park

    Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo is excited to host the We Are Water MN traveling exhibit from February 25 through April 20, 2026. This interactive exhibit invites visitors to explore the vital role water plays in our lives, our communities, and our environment. 

    • Read more about We Are Water MN exhibit will visit Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo
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