County News

Minnesota Winter Walk Day is February 1, 2023. Celebrated around the state, the idea is simple: go for a walk for at least 15 minutes, and don't let the cold scare you. Enjoy some sunshine and exercise in a winter wonderland.

The Zumbro Valley Medical Society (ZVMS) awards its Community Service Award 2022 to the Olmsted County Housing Stability Team for their service to community members experiencing houselessness.

The purpose of the 2022 Olmsted County Community Indicators report is to show high-level indicators of resident quality of life in Olmsted County, Minnesota. Data is focused on comparing Olmsted County’s measures to Minnesota and the nation.

Project Community Connect – an event designed to provide services and resources for people who are homeless or struggling to make ends meet – is returning on Friday, January 27, 2023.

The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at John Marshall High School at 1510 14th Street NW in Rochester, Minnesota.

Check out the latest news from Graham Park! New scoreboards and other arena additions, a Minnesota Wild Youth Hockey Spotlight Game, venue updates, and a review!

On January 1, 2023, a new Dodge & Olmsted (D&O) Community Corrections team became effective.

January is National Radon Action Month. Olmsted County Public Health Services (OCPHS) is reminding residents to test their homes for this potentially dangerous gas.

Radon is an invisible and odorless gas that occurs naturally in rocks, soil, and water. Radon gas decays into fine particles that are radioactive. When inhaled, these fine particles can damage the lungs. Radon is recognized as the second leading cause of lung cancer.

The commissioners join incumbent commissioners Sheila Kiscaden, who represents District 6, Mark Thein, who represents District 7, and Gregg Wright, who represents District 3. Commissioner Wright will also serve as the board chair for 2023.

Read and watch Commissioner Gregory Wright's comments from the January 3, 2023, Board of Commissioners meeting.