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.

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.

Olmsted County offices will be closed on Monday, January 2, 2023, in observance of the new year. Regular business hours resume Tuesday, January 3, 2023.

Olmsted County offices will be closed on Monday, December 26, 2022, in observance of Christmas. Regular business hours resume Tuesday, December 27, 2022.