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Posted on: June 15, 2020

Fatal Crash in Franklin Township Saturday

The Wright County Sheriff’s Office responded to a fatal crash in Franklin Township Saturday, June 13. The sheriff has issued a statement on the particulars of the crash that can be seen here: https://mn-wrightcounty.civicplus.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1676

⇐Previous County Board Using Financial Modeling to Keep Future Budgets, Levies Consistent Next⇒ A Statement from the Wright County Board of Commissioners

Other News in Wright County News

Wright County Shatters Record for Number of Absentee, Mail-In Votes

Posted on: August 11, 2020

Sheriff's Office Issues Release Informing Residents That Census Takers Will Be Knocking on Doors

Posted on: August 11, 2020

P&Z Releases Public Notice Concerning Low-Interest Septic System Loan Program

Posted on: August 11, 2020

What You Should Know If You're Going to Own a Horse

Posted on: August 10, 2020

Where Is My Polling Place Location?

Posted on: August 10, 2020

Wright County Sheriff's Office Releases Weekly Activity Report

Posted on: August 10, 2020

Primary Elections Often Don't Mirror General Election Results

Posted on: August 10, 2020

Wright County HHS Has Message for Recipients of SNAP or Cash Assistance

Posted on: August 7, 2020

MnDOT Has Timeline Schedule of I-94 Construction-Related Road Closures

Posted on: August 7, 2020

Absentee, Mail-In Voters Can Track Their Ballots to Assure That They're Counted

Posted on: August 7, 2020

Wright County Public Health Releases Weekly COVID-19 Dashboard

Posted on: August 7, 2020

Next Round of Appointments for License Bureau Open at 8 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7

Posted on: August 6, 2020

Office of Traffic Safety Providing Refresher Material on One-Year Anniversary of Hands Free Law

Posted on: August 6, 2020

Road Work On Highway 12 Between Montrose and Delano to Begin Aug. 17

Posted on: August 6, 2020

Sheriff's Office On the Lookout for New Deputies

Posted on: August 5, 2020

U of M Extension Offers Tips for Growing Peonies Late in the Season

Posted on: August 5, 2020

Health & Human Services Looking for Child Foster Care Providers

Posted on: August 5, 2020

County Board Prepares for 2021 Budget Meetings with Department Heads Aug. 17-26

Posted on: August 4, 2020

Timelines, Deadlines Explained for Those Wishing to Vote Absentee in the Aug. 11 Primary Election

Posted on: August 4, 2020

Department of Education Provides Links for Safe Learning Plan for 2020-21

Posted on: August 4, 2020

Families Urged to Have A Spending Plan in Place in the Event of an Emergency

Posted on: August 3, 2020

U of M Extension to Host a Six-Part Webiner Series for Beef Farmers

Posted on: August 3, 2020

Law Enforcement Increasing Hands Free Cell Phone Driving Law This Week

Posted on: August 3, 2020

Sheriff's Office Releases Weekly Activity Report

Posted on: August 3, 2020

License Bureau Issues Statement Regarding Changes in Services Available to Residents

Posted on: July 31, 2020

Missing Person Alert Issued By Sheriff's Office

Posted on: July 31, 2020

Highway Department Shares Videos Dealing with Roundabouts

Posted on: July 31, 2020

Wright County Public Health Releases Weekly COVID-19 Dashboard

Posted on: July 31, 2020

State Lays Out Plans for Opening Schools

Posted on: July 30, 2020

Potter Explains Ramifictions of State Legislature Being Unable to Pass Bonding Bill

Posted on: July 30, 2020

Governor to Announce Plans for How Schools Will Open in September

Posted on: July 30, 2020

Absentee Voting Can Be Done In Person at Government Center, Seven City Halls

Posted on: July 29, 2020

Great American Outdoors Act Approved by Both Houses of Congress

Posted on: July 29, 2020

Borrell Returns to County Board Meeting for the First Time in Four Months

Posted on: July 29, 2020

Highway Department Releases Construction Update on CSAH 19 & 38 Project in Albertville

Posted on: July 28, 2020

County Board Repeals Mask Policy, Adopts Executive Order 20-81 from State

Posted on: July 28, 2020

Roundabouts in Wright County on the Rise

Posted on: July 27, 2020

U of M Extension Offering Three-Day Lunchtime Discussions with Dairy Farmers

Posted on: July 27, 2020

Wright County Receives $98,000 In CARES Act Funding for Elections

Posted on: July 27, 2020

Wright County Sheriff's Office Releases Weekly Activity Report

Posted on: July 27, 2020

County Highway 100 in Cokato Township Will Be Closed Aug. 3-13 for Road Repairs

Posted on: July 24, 2020

County Administering Low-Interest Septic System Loan Program Through the MPCA

Posted on: July 24, 2020

Emmer Urging Residents to Be Aware of EDA Grant Scams

Posted on: July 24, 2020

CDC Provides Guidance Urging the Reopening of Schools in September

Posted on: July 24, 2020

Wright County Public Health Releases Weekly COVID-19 Dashboard

Posted on: July 24, 2020

Parks & Rec Releases a Statement Dealing with the Face Covering Mandate and County Parks

Posted on: July 23, 2020

Next Round of Driver's License Renewal Appointments Open July 24

Posted on: July 23, 2020

County Board Approves Bid for Demolition of The Corner Bar in St. Michael

Posted on: July 23, 2020

Department of Health Releases Answers to Questions Dealing with Face Covering Mandate

Posted on: July 22, 2020

Governor Enacts Exective Order 20-81, Masks Become Mandatory at 11:59 p.m. Friday

Posted on: July 22, 2020

Walz Expected to Announce Statewide Mask Requirement at Today's News Conference

Posted on: July 22, 2020

Information About How to Vote Absentee

Posted on: July 22, 2020

Public Health Adds FAQ Section to Weekly COVID-19 Dashboard

Posted on: July 22, 2020

County Board Redistrictng History Featured in Spotlight Profile

Posted on: July 21, 2020

Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport Announces Face Covering Requirement Starting July 27

Posted on: July 21, 2020

Extension Offers Tips for Farmers and Gardeners to Reduce Damage Done by Deer

Posted on: July 21, 2020

U of M Extension Hosting Webinar to Discuss Aid Programs Available to Dairy Farmers

Posted on: July 20, 2020

Department of Health Announces Highest Single-Day Total of COVID-19 Cases in Minnesota

Posted on: July 20, 2020

Video of Wright County Area Crisis Nursery TV Story Available to View

Posted on: July 20, 2020

Sheriff's Office Releases Weekly Activity Report

Posted on: July 20, 2020

Campers Advised to Take Precautions with Severe Weather Expected Overnight

Posted on: July 17, 2020

Parks & Rec Planning to Do Crack Filling on Trail System in Otsego County Park

Posted on: July 17, 2020

FCC Unanimously Approves Creation of 988 Number for National Suicide Hotline

Posted on: July 17, 2020

Wright County Public Health Releases Weekly COVID-19 Dashboard

Posted on: July 17, 2020

Wright County Area Crisis Nursery to Be Featured on KSTP Channel 5 New Tonight

Posted on: July 17, 2020

Potter Says Transportation Alliance Hopes to See Bonding Bill Passed

Posted on: July 16, 2020

DNR to Host Virtual Open House to Discuss Deer Population Management on Aug. 18

Posted on: July 16, 2020

Target, CVS Added to List of Corporations Requiring Customers to Wear Masks

Posted on: July 16, 2020

County Board Pledges $4 Million in CARES Act Funding to Assist Schools for COVID-19 Costs

Posted on: July 16, 2020

Wright County Has Surpassed 500 Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Four Months After First Case

Posted on: July 15, 2020

Parks & Rec to Host a Family Fishing Clinic Saturday at Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park

Posted on: July 15, 2020

Walmart to Require All Shoppers to Wear Face Coverings Starting Monday, July 20

Posted on: July 15, 2020

Dental Clinic Gets Increase in Funding in Both House and Senate Bonding Bills at Legislature

Posted on: July 15, 2020

Auditor/Treasurer's Office Publishes Sample Ballot for Voters to See

Posted on: July 14, 2020

Federal and State Aid Programs Available for Farmers

Posted on: July 14, 2020

Minnesota Added to To List of States on New York's Travel Restriction List

Posted on: July 14, 2020

Wright County Sheriff's Office Releases Weekly Activity Report

Posted on: July 13, 2020

License Bureau Appointment Schedule Fully Booked Through July 31; 900 More Spots Coming July 24

Posted on: July 13, 2020

Farm Health and Safety? There's an App for That

Posted on: July 13, 2020

State Demographer Projections Show Continued Steady Growth in Wright County

Posted on: July 10, 2020

County Creates Task Force to Study the Formation of an Economic Development Authority

Posted on: July 10, 2020

Wright County Public Health Releases Weekly COVID-19 Dashboard

Posted on: July 10, 2020

Department of Education Study Shows 64 Percent of Parents Comfortable Sending Kids Back to School

Posted on: July 9, 2020

REAL ID Causing Issues for Recorder's Office Due to Documentation Confusion

Posted on: July 9, 2020

Bidding for Construction of Trailblazer Transit Facility in Buffalo Set

Posted on: July 9, 2020

Next Round of Driver's License Renewal Appointments Open July 10

Posted on: July 9, 2020

Courts to Require Face Coverings Beginning July 13

Posted on: July 9, 2020

Notice of an Open Seat on the Clearwater River Watershed District Board of Managers

Posted on: July 8, 2020

P-EBT Applications Extended Through July 31

Posted on: July 8, 2020

Recycling & Compost Facility Now Operating Under Normal Business Hours

Posted on: July 8, 2020

License Bureau Walk-Up Window Open for Business

Posted on: July 8, 2020

2020 Census Timeline Pushed Back Due to COVID-19 Pandemic

Posted on: July 7, 2020

CSAH 32 Segment in Rockford Township Closed Until Thursday

Posted on: July 7, 2020

I-94 Construction Between St. Michael and Albertville Falling Behind Schedule

Posted on: July 7, 2020

Wright County Board Accepts Highway Department Annual Report

Posted on: July 7, 2020

New Driver's Manual Includes Section About Being Stopped with a Legal Firearm In Vehicle

Posted on: July 6, 2020

Wright County Residents Responding to 2020 Census In High Percentages

Posted on: July 6, 2020

U of M Extension Provides Resources to Identify What Is Wrong with Plants

Posted on: July 6, 2020

Wright County Sheriff's Office Releases Weekly Activity Report

Posted on: July 6, 2020

Two County Park Beaches to Close Tuesday, July 7 for Treatment

Posted on: July 6, 2020

Wright County Deputy Completes Leadership Course

Posted on: July 2, 2020

Wright County Public Health Releases Weekly COVID-19 Dashboard

Posted on: July 2, 2020

Parks & Rec Provides Update for Those Who Will Be Using the Parks Over Holiday Weekend

Posted on: July 2, 2020

All County Buildings Closed Friday, July 3

Posted on: June 30, 2020

DNR to Be Patrolling Lakes and Rivers to Promote Boating Safety On Holiday Weekend

Posted on: July 2, 2020

Growth of Hobby Farms Can Conflict With County's Feedlot Ordinance

Posted on: July 2, 2020

Upper Lobby of Law Enforcement Center to Reopen to Walk-Up Traffic July 6

Posted on: July 1, 2020

MnDOT Has Dash Cam Video Showing Lane Change Construction on I-94 East of Wright County

Posted on: July 1, 2020

Safe Communities of Wright County Has Message About the Dangers of Speeding

Posted on: July 1, 2020

Absentee Ballot Drop Box Installed at Government Center

Posted on: June 30, 2020

National Child Heatstroke Prevention Campaign July – September 2020

Posted on: June 30, 2020

Today Is the Deadline To Apply For P-EBT Funds

Posted on: June 30, 2020

License Bureau Waiting On Walk-Up Window to Fully Reopen

Posted on: June 30, 2020

DEED Grant Program Deadline Coming Thursday, July 2

Posted on: June 29, 2020

U of M Extension Taking Applications for Master Gardener Program

Posted on: June 29, 2020

Sheriff's Office Releases Weekly Activity Report

Posted on: June 29, 2020

List of Voting Sites In Wright County for Absentee Voting

Posted on: June 26, 2020

Applications for Absentee Voting Begins Today

Posted on: June 26, 2020

Wright County Public Health Releases Weekly COVID-19 Surveillance Report

Posted on: June 26, 2020

Parade Outside Government Center Honors Three Graduates of The Turn Program

Posted on: June 25, 2020

New Round of Driver's License Renewal Appointments Coming Friday

Posted on: June 25, 2020

I-35 Bridge, Target Field to Salute Graduating Class of 2020

Posted on: June 25, 2020

Economic Development Partnership Looking To Assist Small Businesses

Posted on: June 25, 2020

Sheriff's Office Receives $39,000 Grant To Help Pay COVID-19 Related Expenses

Posted on: June 24, 2020

Wright County HHS, Lutheran Social Service Collaborating On Crisis Nursery

Posted on: June 24, 2020

Despite COVID-19 Pandemic, County Local Option Sales Tax Doing Surprisingly Well

Posted on: June 24, 2020

Highway Department Submits Annual Report

Posted on: June 24, 2020

Emergency Management Provides Tips on Fire Prevention

Posted on: June 23, 2020

St. Michael Fire Department Will Conduct Training Exercise Wednesday

Posted on: June 23, 2020

Appointments for Passport Applications Available June 24

Posted on: June 23, 2020

U of M Extension Warns Residents About the Dangers of the Spread of Wild Parsnip

Posted on: June 23, 2020

Construction on Hwy. 12 in Cokato Set to Begin July 6

Posted on: June 22, 2020

Wright County Sheriff's Office Releases Weekly Activity Report

Posted on: June 22, 2020

U of M Extension Offers Advice on Watering Lawns, Trees and Plants

Posted on: June 22, 2020

Stockholm Township In Need of Election Judges

Posted on: June 22, 2020

Many May Be Eligible to Renew Driver's Licenses Online Through Minnesota DVS

Posted on: June 19, 2020

Wright County Dental Clinic Caught in the Middle of Political Fight

Posted on: June 19, 2020

Parks & Recreation Starting to Ramp Up Summer Programming with Restrictions Lifted

Posted on: June 19, 2020

Wright County Public Health Releases Weekly COVID-19 Surveillance Report

Posted on: June 18, 2020

Vetsch Testimony to Be Streamed Live on Minnesota Legislature YouTube Channel

Posted on: June 18, 2020

Education Officials to Join MDH News Conference to Discuss Fall School Plans

Posted on: June 18, 2020

Red Cross Looking for Blood Donations, Will Test for COVID-19 Antibodies

Posted on: June 18, 2020

Vetsch to Testify Before State Legislature Over Problems with DMV Testing Stations

Posted on: June 18, 2020

Parks Department Returns to Offering Summer Programming, But with Some Limitations

Posted on: June 17, 2020

License Bureau Appointment Schedule Running Smoothly Thanks to Two Employees

Posted on: June 17, 2020

Park & Rec Seeking Grant to Stock Rental Equipment for Bertram Chain of Lakes Park

Posted on: June 17, 2020

Drone Gives Bird's Eye View of Justice Center, Government Center Construction

Posted on: June 16, 2020

County Looking to Access MPCA Funds to Help Repair Failing Septic Systems

Posted on: June 16, 2020

Minnesota Ranks No. 1 in Census Response Percentage

Posted on: June 16, 2020

U of M Extension Provides List of Financial Aid Programs for Farmers

Posted on: June 15, 2020

Wright County Sheriff's Office Releases Weekly Activity Report

Posted on: June 15, 2020

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Offering Free Webinars

Posted on: June 15, 2020

County Board Using Financial Modeling to Keep Future Budgets, Levies Consistent

Posted on: June 15, 2020

A Statement from the Wright County Board of Commissioners

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Driver's License Renewal Date Extended By Governor

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Court Administration Counters in Wright County Government Center to Open Monday

Posted on: June 12, 2020

County to Honor Three Graduates of The Turn Program June 25

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Driver's License Renewal Appointments for June 22-July 2 Almost Fully Booked

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Department of Human Services Issues 'Make a Plan, Minnesota' News Release

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Traffic Will Be Re-Routed Early Saturday Near Albertville Outlet Mall

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Public Health Releases Weekly COVID-19 Surveillance Report

Posted on: June 11, 2020

Master Gardener Offers Tips on How to Create Compost In Your Backyard

Posted on: June 11, 2020

Second Round of Driver's License Renewal Appointments to Go Online Friday

Posted on: June 11, 2020

Portion of CSAH 8 Closed Due to Emergency Culvert Repair

Posted on: June 10, 2020

Public Health Encouraging People Who Attended Large Events to Get Tested for COVID-19

Posted on: June 10, 2020

Secretary of State Encouraging Residents to Vote from Home

Posted on: June 10, 2020

Safety Tips Provided For Dealing with Tornadoes During the Peak Summer Months

Posted on: June 9, 2020

Minnesota Department of Argiculture Won't Enforce Appeals Court Ruling on Herbicide Ban

Posted on: June 8, 2020

License Bureau to Discontinue Friday Drive-Thru Pickup of Transactions

Posted on: June 8, 2020

U of M Extension Provides Advice to Farmers After Courts Ban Three Herbicide Brands

Posted on: June 8, 2020

Wright County Sheriff's Office Activity Report for Period Ending June 8

Posted on: June 8, 2020

License Bureau to Increase Number of Appointments for Driver's License Renewals

Posted on: June 8, 2020

A Statement from Wright County Sheriff Sean Deringer

Posted on: June 5, 2020

Voters Have Option to Vote Absentee in Primary and General Elections

Posted on: June 5, 2020

Bertram Construction Project On Schedule

Posted on: June 5, 2020

Wright County Public Health Releases Weekly COVID-19 Surveillance Report

Posted on: June 4, 2020

Minnesota Department of Commerce, Health Warning of COVID-19 Text Scam

Posted on: June 4, 2020

License Bureau Appointment Schedule Completely Booked Through June 19

Posted on: June 4, 2020

County Fair Board President Outlines Decision to Cancel 2020 Fair

Posted on: June 3, 2020

County Campgrounds Open, Prepared for First Big Weekend of the Season

Posted on: June 3, 2020

Important Reminders from the Wright County License Bureau Related to Public Re-Opening

Posted on: June 3, 2020

Filing Period for Wright County Offices Closed

Posted on: June 2, 2020

U of M Extension Offers Advice for Horse Owners Buying Hay

Posted on: June 2, 2020

2020 Wright County Fair Officially Cancelled

Posted on: June 1, 2020

Veteran Services highlighted in Spotlight Feature

Posted on: June 1, 2020

Sheriff's Office Activity Report for Period Ending June 1

Posted on: June 1, 2020

Supreme Court Orders Public Counters at Court Facilities to Open By June 15

Posted on: June 1, 2020

License Bureau Driver's License Appointment Schedule Has Gone Live

Posted on: May 29, 2020

Listing of County Department/Office Phone Numbers for Those In Need of County Services

Posted on: May 29, 2020

County, Buffalo Township Agree to Swap of Roads

Posted on: May 29, 2020

Economic Development Partnership Initiates Small Business Loan Program

Posted on: May 29, 2020

Wright County Dealing with Two Separate Crow River Watershed Districts

Posted on: May 28, 2020

Wright County Public Health Releases Weekly COVID-19 Surveillance Report

Posted on: May 28, 2020

Department of Human Services Approves SNAP Recipients to Buy Groceries Online

Posted on: May 29, 2020

County Administrator, Board Chair Discuss Limited Opening of License Bureau June 4

Posted on: May 26, 2020

Court Services to Conduct Virtual Graduation for Adult Drug Court Graduates June 4

Posted on: May 27, 2020

License Bureau Installs Drive-Up Drop Box on East Side of Government Center

Posted on: May 27, 2020

U of M Extension Discusses the Economic Woes Facing Hog Farmers Amid COVID-19

Posted on: May 27, 2020

10th Judicial District Trying to Catch Up with Case Backlog from COVID-19

Posted on: May 27, 2020

U of M Extension Discusses Damage to Yards and Plants Done by Voles

Posted on: May 26, 2020

Sheriff's Office Releases Weekly Activity Report

Posted on: May 26, 2020

Recorder's Office to Continue Contactless Transactions for Licenses, Certificates

Posted on: May 26, 2020

Great River Regional Library to Keep 2021 Budget Less Than 2020

Posted on: May 22, 2020

County and Court Offices Closed Monday, May 25 In Observance of Memorial Day Holiday

Posted on: May 22, 2020

Planning & Zoning Explains Plans for Re-Opening Public Counters May 27

Posted on: May 22, 2020

County Approves Employee Face Covering/Mask Policy

Posted on: May 22, 2020

Highway Department Releases 2020 Pavement Preservation Construction Update

Posted on: May 21, 2020

Public Health Releases Weekly COVID-19 Surveillance Report

Posted on: May 21, 2020

Veteran Services Presents Re-Opening of Public Counters Plan Starting May 27

Posted on: May 21, 2020

Applications Being Accepted for Absentee Voting

Posted on: May 21, 2020

Parks & Recreation Department Campgrounds Scheduled to Open June 1

Posted on: May 21, 2020

Construction on CSAH 30 In Delano Will Begin Thursday, May 21

Posted on: May 20, 2020

A Message from U of M Extension Concerning Re-Opening, Summer Activities

Posted on: May 20, 2020

Assessor's Office Provides Plan for Re-Opening Public Counters Starting May 27

Posted on: May 20, 2020

Filing for Federal, State and County Offices Officially Open

Posted on: May 19, 2020

Extension Provides List of Resources for Farm Families During COVID-19 Crisis

Posted on: May 19, 2020

License Bureau to Conduct Two Drive-Thru Pickups for Memorial Day Weekend

Posted on: May 18, 2020

Sheriff's Office Activity Report Released

Posted on: May 18, 2020

County Officials Explain Obstacles to Opening Public Windows, Scheduled for May 27

Posted on: May 18, 2020

Public Health Releases Statement Dealing with Questions Surrounding COVID

Posted on: May 18, 2020

County to Open Public Counters on Appointment Only Basis Starting May 27

Posted on: May 15, 2020

Public Health Clarifies May 13 News Release on First COVID-19 Cluster Identification

Posted on: May 15, 2020

Courts Facing Backlog of Cases as COVID-19 Changes Business as Usual

Posted on: May 15, 2020

Candidate Filing for 2020 Elections Opens Tuesday, May 19

Posted on: May 15, 2020

County Mulling Mask/Face Covering Policy When Public Returns to County Facilities

Posted on: May 14, 2020

Wright County Public Health Releases Weekly COVID-19 Surveillance Report

Posted on: May 14, 2020

Wright County Parks & Recreation Reveals Updated Operations Plan

Posted on: May 14, 2020

Sheriff Discusses the Plight Facing Small Businesses During the COVID-19 Closure Order

Posted on: May 13, 2020

Wright County Public Health Announces First Case of a COVID-19 Cluster At a Business

Posted on: May 13, 2020

License Bureau Friday Drive-Through Deemed a Success and Will Continue

Posted on: May 13, 2020

County Board Chair, Administrator Respond to Data Security Issue

Posted on: May 13, 2020

Notification of Data Security Incident

Posted on: May 13, 2020

Neaton Family Named 2020 Wright County Farm Family of the Year

Posted on: May 12, 2020

Highway Department Seasonal Sealcoating to Begin Thursday, May 21

Posted on: May 12, 2020

Auditor/Treasurer Discusses First Half Property Taxes, Which Are Due Friday

Posted on: May 12, 2020

U of M Extension Discusses the Benefits of Developing a Rain Garden

Posted on: May 11, 2020

Congress Nearing Decision to Approve Great American Outdoors Act

Posted on: May 11, 2020

Sheriff's Office Releases Weekly Activity Report

Posted on: May 11, 2020

Great River Regional Library Offering Curbside Service for Members

Posted on: May 8, 2020

Compost & Recycling Facility Reopens to Steady Flow of Traffic and No Problems

Posted on: May 8, 2020

Public Health Releases Updated COVID-19 Surveillance Report

Posted on: May 8, 2020

Wright County Board Addresses Constituent Requests for County to Reopen On Its Own

Posted on: May 7, 2020

County Board Sets a Special Board Meeting for Friday, May 15

Posted on: May 7, 2020

CMRP Trying to Move Forward Amid COVID-19

Posted on: May 7, 2020

County Receives Grant to Get Closer to Completion of Next Generation 911

Posted on: May 6, 2020

Minnesota Department of Agriculture Offering Grants for Meat, Poultry, Egg or Meat Processors

Posted on: May 6, 2020

County Continues Facility Preparation for Eventual Re-Opening

Posted on: May 6, 2020

Potter Writes Op/Ed Piece on Behalf of the Minnesota Transportation Alliance

Posted on: May 6, 2020

Wright County to Be Part of Air National Guard Flyover Wednesday

Posted on: May 5, 2020

License Bureau to Provide Curbside Delivery Friday at Government Center

Posted on: May 5, 2020

County Board Declares May 3-9 Correctional Officers and Employee Week in Wright County

Posted on: May 5, 2020

Residents Warned About COVID-19 Related Scams That Are Duping People Out of Money

Posted on: May 5, 2020

First Half Real Estate Taxes Are Due May 15, 2020

Posted on: May 4, 2020

A Segment of CSAH 32 Will Be Closed Thursday for Railroad Track Repair

Posted on: May 4, 2020

County Preparing for Logistics of Reopening Facilities When Stay at Home Order is Lifted

Posted on: May 4, 2020

U of M Extension Offering Tips to Farmers in Planting Season Amid COVID-19

Posted on: May 4, 2020

Wright County Public Health Updates Weekly COVID-19 Data

Posted on: May 1, 2020

Wright County Residents Step Up with Homemade Mask Donations

Posted on: May 1, 2020

Wright County Public Health Issues Stay at Home Extension Press Release

Posted on: May 1, 2020

Wright County Campgrounds to Remain Closed Through May 17

Posted on: May 1, 2020

Governor Walz Extends Stay at Home Executive Order Through Monday, May 18

Posted on: April 30, 2020

Census Bureau Making Digital Push May 1-3 to Increase Response Rate

Posted on: April 30, 2020

Neighboring County Sees Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Triple in Two Days

Posted on: April 30, 2020

A Statement from Wright County Administrator Lee Kelly Concerning Opening County Facilities

Posted on: April 30, 2020

Parks & Recreation Prepared for Opening, Awaiting Go-Ahead from Governor Walz

Posted on: April 30, 2020

Governor Expected to Announce Tomorrow Whether Stay at Home Protocol Is Extended

Posted on: April 29, 2020

County Board Adopts Fee Reduction for Specific Permit to Carry Applications

Posted on: April 29, 2020

Auditor/Treasurer Issues Candidate Election Filing Notification

Posted on: April 29, 2020

Child Foster Care Orientation Scheduled for May 12 Has Been Cancelled

Posted on: April 29, 2020

Compost & Recycling Facility to Reopen Thursday, May 7

Posted on: April 28, 2020

County Board Continues Today's Board Meeting to 10 A.M. Thursday

Posted on: April 28, 2020

U of M Extension Offering Advice to Farmers and Gardeners How to Maximize Their Corn Yield

Posted on: April 28, 2020

CDC Adds Six More Symptoms That May Indicate Contraction of COVID-19

Posted on: April 27, 2020

U of M Extension Offering Free Four-Day Webinar on Improving Gardens May 12-15

Posted on: April 27, 2020

A New Approach Being Tried to Get I-94 Funding Between Albertville and Monticello

Posted on: April 27, 2020

Master Gardener Offers Tips on Planting Container Gardens

Posted on: April 27, 2020

Highway Department Requests a Pair of Speed Studies from MnDOT

Posted on: April 24, 2020

Wright County Public Health Updates COVID-19 Data

Posted on: April 24, 2020

Wright County Offices Remain Operational to Meet Resident Requests for Service

Posted on: April 24, 2020

County Board Asks for Review Process on Hiring or Backfilling Open Positions Due to COVID-19

Posted on: April 24, 2020

Public Health Releases Short Video of Its Role in the Fight Against COVID-19

Posted on: April 23, 2020

Governor Expected to Announce Schools Will Stay Closed Through the End of the School Year

Posted on: April 23, 2020

Local Fire Chiefs Caught By Surprise in Governor's Homemade Mask Initiative

Posted on: April 23, 2020

License Bureau Reminds Drivers That Law Has Changed Pertaining to Expired Licenses

Posted on: April 22, 2020

Sheriff Sean Deringer Has Warning for Residents Regarding On-Line Permit-to-Carry Training

Posted on: April 22, 2020

County Board Approves Reducing Penalty for Those Who Pay First-Half Property Taxes Late

Posted on: April 22, 2020

Parks & Rec Department Submits 2019 Annual Report to County Board

Posted on: April 22, 2020

Wright County Fair In Jeopardy of Being Cancelled, But Organizers Still Holding Out Hope

Posted on: April 21, 2020

Highway Department Provides Timeline, Detour Routes for CSAH 39/42 Project in Otsego

Posted on: April 21, 2020

NACo Releases Video on the Role of Counties During the Fight with COVID-19

Posted on: April 21, 2020

Election Equipment Used in Presidential Nomination Primary Was A Big Success

Posted on: April 20, 2020

Wright County Sheriff's Report for April 13-19

Posted on: April 20, 2020

U of M Extension Discusses Grain Bin Safety for Minnesota Farmers

Posted on: April 20, 2020

Highway Department to Start Roadside Spraying Program May 26

Posted on: April 20, 2020

Governor Signs Executive Order to Allow More Outdoor Recreational Activities

Posted on: April 17, 2020

Assistance Programs Available to Wright County Veterans Struggling During COVID-19 Pandemic

Posted on: April 17, 2020

Construction Projects Proceeding Through COVID-19 Pandemic

Posted on: April 17, 2020

Highway 55 to Experience Delays Starting Monday, April 20

Posted on: April 17, 2020

Strange Snow Squalls Earlier This Week Were A Weather Rarity in Minnesota

Posted on: April 16, 2020

County Board Exploring Option of Creating a County Economic Development Authority

Posted on: April 16, 2020

License Bureau Remains Busy, Looking at Options for Eventual Reopening

Posted on: April 16, 2020

April 16 County Board Special Meeting Cancelled

Posted on: April 15, 2020

County Board Discusses Launch of CMRP's Framework 2030

Posted on: April 15, 2020

Bertram Regional Park Will Be Busy with Construction Projects This Summer

Posted on: April 15, 2020

April 13-17 Is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Minnesota

Posted on: April 14, 2020

Recorder's Office Lifts Suspension on Issuance of Marriage License Requests

Posted on: April 13, 2020

Wright County Public Health Issues News Release of Interest to 'Snowbirds'

Posted on: April 13, 2020

U of M Extension Offers Soil Testing For Farmers and Gardeners

Posted on: April 13, 2020

May is Foster Care Month in Wright County

Posted on: April 13, 2020

First Confirmed Death of Wright County Resident From COVID-19

Posted on: April 11, 2020

Commisioner Darek Vetsch Says Thank You to Foster Parents During Stay at Home Protocol

Posted on: April 10, 2020

Highway Department Releases Detailed Project Timeline for the Hwy 19 and 38 Project

Posted on: April 10, 2020

Wright County Community Action Offering Frozen Meals Program for Seniors

Posted on: April 10, 2020

Highway 38 & 19 Construction to begin week of April 13th

Posted on: April 10, 2020

Recorder's Office Reminder That Residents Can Use LandShark to Search Land Records

Posted on: April 9, 2020

5th Annual Just Drive Day to Be Virtual This Year Due to COVID-19

Posted on: April 9, 2020

County Board Approves Extending Public Counter Closures in County Facilities Until May 4

Posted on: April 9, 2020

Parks & Rec Director Addresses Potential Scenarios for Campground, Shelter Reservations

Posted on: April 9, 2020

CMRP Launches Its Framework 2030 Initiative

Posted on: April 9, 2020

Wright County Parks & Recreation Department Provides a COVID-19 Operations Update

Posted on: April 8, 2020

Governor Extends Minnesota's Stay At Home Protocol Through 11:59 P.M. Sunday, May 3

Posted on: April 8, 2020

Trailblazer Using Its Fleet to Deliver Meals to Those in Need in Wright County

Posted on: April 8, 2020

County Board Sets Public Hearing to Discuss Reduced Concealed Carry Permit Fee

Posted on: April 8, 2020

County Board Applauds Effort IT Department Has Put In During COVID-19 Crisis

Posted on: April 8, 2020

License Bureau Has Table Set Up With Forms for Most Frequent Requests

Posted on: April 7, 2020

Wright County Public Health Has Produced a Flyer About COVID-19 Precautions

Posted on: April 7, 2020

Construction on CSAH 19/38 Project To Start Monday

Posted on: April 7, 2020

Extension Has Hotline for Residents to Contact Master Gardeners with Lawn and Garden Questions

Posted on: April 7, 2020

Wright County Health & Human Services Releases Annual Report

Posted on: April 6, 2020

Parks & Recreation Department Using Facebook to Take Our Minds Off COVID-19 With Daily Posts

Posted on: April 6, 2020

License Bureau Now Able to Process Motor Vehicle Paperwork After Two-Week Shutdown

Posted on: April 6, 2020

Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Has Programs to Assist Wright County Vets

Posted on: April 3, 2020

Wright County Public Health Issues Press Release Dealing with Mental Wellness During COVID-19

Posted on: April 3, 2020

IT Department Has Connected Employee Voicemail and Email for Remote Workers

Posted on: April 3, 2020

County Parks Continue to Provide Respite from COVID-19

Posted on: April 3, 2020

County Saves $1.5 Million Under Estimate for CSAH 39 Construction Project

Posted on: April 3, 2020

Wright County Extends Public Counter Closure Period Through April 18

Posted on: April 2, 2020

MnCHOICES Offering Help for Those in Need of In-Home Assistance

Posted on: April 2, 2020

Decision to Switch to VPN Has Helped County Get Through First Wave of COVID-19

Posted on: April 2, 2020

CSAH 8 in Maple Lake Expected to Be Closed for Most of the Summer

Posted on: April 1, 2020

Commissioner Charlie Borrell Explains Decision to Self-Isolate During COVID-19 Crisis

Posted on: April 1, 2020

Trailblazer Transit Expands Service Area to Assist Veterans to Get to Medical Facilities

Posted on: March 31, 2020

U of M Extension Offers Advice As Farmers Deal with COVID-19

Posted on: March 31, 2020

Recorder's Office Places Drop Box at Office Door to Assist in Processing Documents

Posted on: March 31, 2020

Governor Extends Driver's License Expiration Dates by Two Months

Posted on: March 31, 2020

Spotlight Stories Highlighted on Main Page of County Website

Posted on: March 31, 2020

Court Administration Issues Release Dealing With Court Forms and Contact Numbers

Posted on: March 30, 2020

Court Administration Has Amnesty Box to Accomodate Large Filing Paperwork

Posted on: March 30, 2020

Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Sends Message to Minnesota Vets

Posted on: March 30, 2020

Parks & Recreation Department Urging Families Not to Use Playground Equipment in County Parks

Posted on: March 30, 2020

A Message from Wright County Sheriff Sean Deringer to County Residents

Posted on: March 27, 2020

Highway Department Maintaining Operations

Posted on: March 30, 2020

License Bureau Looking for Solutions to Line Issues When It Re-Opens

Posted on: March 27, 2020

Food Shelf and Health Care Facilities Need Donations During Difficult Time

Posted on: March 27, 2020

Recorder's Office Still Providing Vital Services for County Residents Needing Vital Records

Posted on: March 27, 2020

County's Compost and Recycling Facility Closed to Public Drop-Off Until Further Notice

Posted on: March 27, 2020

Residents Have Until 3 PM to Drop Off License Tab Renewal Paperwork

Posted on: March 27, 2020

County Board Chair, County Administrator Release Statement on Facility Operations

Posted on: March 26, 2020

REAL ID Enforcement Deadline Pushed Out One Year to Oct. 1, 2021

Posted on: March 26, 2020

State to Close All License Bureaus at the End of the Business Day Friday

Posted on: March 26, 2020

Governor Makes Shelter in Place Order, Updates for Child Care Providers and Foster Families

Posted on: March 25, 2020

County Board Approves Nature Preschool at Ney Park

Posted on: March 25, 2020

County Departments Collaborating to Assist Residents During COVID-19 Crisis

Posted on: March 25, 2020

Wright County Public Health Issues Release Listing Resources for Residents

Posted on: March 25, 2020

Sheriff's Office Receives Federal Grant for Water Patrol This Summer

Posted on: March 25, 2020

Assessor Announces Cancellation of Open Book Meeting Scheduled for April 9

Posted on: March 24, 2020

2020 Will Be A Big Year for Central Mississippi River Regional Partnership

Posted on: March 24, 2020

Wright County Board of Commissioners to Conduct Special Meeting April 2

Posted on: March 24, 2020

County Surveyor Lays Out Operations Plan During Public Distancing Period for Wright County

Posted on: March 24, 2020

Parks & Recreation Department Recommending Children Not Use Playground Equipment in Parks

Posted on: March 23, 2020

Wright County Assessor Issues Statement Concerning Boards of Equalization

Posted on: March 23, 2020

Be Aware of the Potential Danger of Mixing Cleaning Products As Part of Home Sanitization

Posted on: March 23, 2020

Court Administration Remains Operational, But Public Windows Have Been Closed

Posted on: March 23, 2020

County Board Meets In Emergency Session to Take Action on COVID-19 Issues

Posted on: March 20, 2020

Public Health Issues News Release on Importance of Social Distancing

Posted on: March 20, 2020

County Recorder Releases Policy for Residents Seeking Documents

Posted on: March 20, 2020

DMV Exam Station in Buffalo Stopping Driver's Tests Effective Immediately

Posted on: March 20, 2020

Court Services Remains Open, Providing Those Using Its Services With an Update

Posted on: March 20, 2020

Auditor/Treasurer's Office Offering Alternative Options for Some Services

Posted on: March 20, 2020

Wright County Parks Are Open and Being Used As an Oasis of Outdoor Activity

Posted on: March 19, 2020

County Public Counters Closed, But Departments and Offices Are Still Open

Posted on: March 18, 2020

Great River Regional Library Closes All Branches Through End of March

Posted on: March 17, 2020

Court Administration and Court Services/Probation Counters Remain Open

Posted on: March 17, 2020

Trailblazer Transit Remains Open for Business

Posted on: March 17, 2020

Wright County Government Center Closing Most Public Counters

Posted on: March 17, 2020

County Board Adopts Emergency Declaration In Response to COVID-19

Posted on: March 17, 2020

License Bureau Requesting That Residents Avoid Long Lines if Possible

Posted on: March 16, 2020

Parks and Recreation Releases a Statement in Response to COVID-19 Restrictions

Posted on: March 16, 2020

First Confirmed Case of COVID-19 Indentified in Wright County

Posted on: March 13, 2020

County Administrator Releases Statement Dealing with Wright County Government's Operation Plan

Posted on: March 13, 2020

Methamphetamine Remains a Critical Issue in Wright County

Posted on: March 11, 2020

Second Case of Coronavirus Confirmed in Minnesota

Posted on: March 9, 2020

Bertram Chain of Lakes Parks Campsite Project Expected to Finish Ahead of Schedule

Posted on: March 6, 2020

County Roads and Highways Are In Awful Shape, But Not for Long

Posted on: March 6, 2020

Why Do County Highways and Roads Have Spring Load Restrictions?

Posted on: March 5, 2020

Trailblazer Ridership on the Rise

Posted on: March 4, 2020

Wright County Dental Clinic Passes A Big Hurdle at the State Legislature

Posted on: March 4, 2020

Trump, Biden Winners in Wright County in Tuesday's Presidential Nomination Primary

Posted on: March 4, 2020

Minnesota Department of Commerce Urging Residents to Consider Flood Insurance

Posted on: March 3, 2020

Wright County Board Adopts Second Amendment Dedicated County Resolution

Posted on: March 3, 2020

University of Minnesota Extension Looking for Wright County Farm Family of the Year Nominations

Posted on: March 2, 2020

Compost & Recycling Facility Taking On-Line Appointments for Drop-offs

Posted on: March 2, 2020

County Adds Link to Latest COVID-19 Information to Its Website Main Page

Posted on: March 2, 2020

Wright County Public Health Issues Press Release Dealing with COVID-19

Posted on: February 28, 2020

Twin Cities Public Television to Air Weekly Programs Dealing With COVID-19

Posted on: February 28, 2020

Potter Pushing for Legislative Bonding for Highway 55 Project

Posted on: February 26, 2020

HHS Special Needs Fund Gets a $10,000 Donation From Wright County Area United Way

Posted on: February 26, 2020

County Assessor Explains Process of Appealing House Valuations

Posted on: February 25, 2020

Sheriff's Office Special Investigations Unit Partners With City Police for Meth Bust

Posted on: February 24, 2020

Extension Office to Run Weekly Stories From Master Gardeners On How to Be Successful Gardeners

Posted on: February 24, 2020

Minnesota Department of Health Releases Information Pertaining to Northern Metals Fire in Becker

Posted on: February 20, 2020

The Census is Coming and Why It Is Important That Everyone Is Counted

Posted on: February 19, 2020

County Looking for Legislative Relief to Reduce Long Wait to Take a Driver's Test

Posted on: February 14, 2020

Wright County Public Health Issues a Press Release Discussing COVID-19

Posted on: February 14, 2020

For the First Time In 40 Years Wright County Won't Have to Change Commissioner Districts

Posted on: February 13, 2020

County Board Receives Annual Medical Examiner's Report of 2019 Deaths In the County

Posted on: February 13, 2020

County To Change a Pair of Road Designations in Buffalo, Buffalo Township

Posted on: February 12, 2020

Residents Can Use Drop Boxes to Avoid Lines When Renewing License Tabs

Posted on: February 12, 2020

County Preparing Comprehensive Strategic Planning Update

Posted on: February 10, 2020

Wellness Program Showing Results for Wright County Employees

Posted on: February 10, 2020

Local Option Sales Tax Funding Several Needed County Highway Projects

Posted on: February 5, 2020

Auditor/Treasurer's Office Wins Prestigious Award for Financial Reporting and Disclosure

Posted on: February 5, 2020

Husom Reflects on County Plans for 2020

Posted on: February 4, 2020

New Flagger Law Empowers Road Crew Employees to Report Dangerous Drivers

Posted on: February 4, 2020

Wright County Leading a Push to Get a Medical Assistance Dental Clinic

Posted on: January 31, 2020

County Officials Meet with State Legislators to Discuss Key Issues for the 2020 Legislative Session

Posted on: January 30, 2020

Full List of Presidential Nomination Primary Polling Places in Wright County

Posted on: January 30, 2020

Official Notice of Presidential Nomination Primary

Posted on: January 30, 2020

Potter Begins Term as Minnesota Transportation Alliance President for 2020

Posted on: January 29, 2020

County Board Approves Moving Forward With Turn Lane Project at Bertram Chain of Lakes Park

Posted on: January 29, 2020

County Board Approves Carrying Over Department Budget Dollars to Complete Projects

Posted on: January 28, 2020

Wright County Looking to Connect Two of the State's Largest Bike Trail Systems

Posted on: January 27, 2020

Only One of Wright County's 15 Townships Will Have Contested Election In March

Posted on: January 24, 2020

Survey: More Than Half of Wright County High School Juniors Still Text and Drive

Posted on: January 24, 2020

Ney Park to Host Master Naturalist Volunteer Program Aug. 10-15

Posted on: January 23, 2020

Potter Hopeful of Obtaining Federal Transportation Dollars for I-94 Completion

Posted on: January 23, 2020

Highway Department Looking for Alternatives to Salt to De-Ice Roads in Winter

Posted on: January 23, 2020

County Board Tables Discussion of Refugee Resettlement Amid Legal Battle In Federal Court

Posted on: January 22, 2020

Annual Dog Sledding Adventure A Big Success for Wright County Parks & Recreation

Posted on: January 22, 2020

Recorder's Office Now Offering Option for Residents to Download Land Records

Posted on: January 16, 2020

Sheriff's Office Presents Rivers of Hope $14,805 Raised From 2019's Beard Challenge

Posted on: January 15, 2020

Veteran Service Office Completes Massive Records Digitization

Posted on: January 15, 2020

Backpack Buddies Program Helping Hungry Families

Posted on: January 10, 2020

Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park Constructing Camping Sites for a 2021 Opening

Posted on: January 9, 2020

County Board Makes Commitee/Advisory Board Assignments for 2020

Posted on: January 7, 2020

County Departments Collaborating for Jail Release Assistance Program

Posted on: January 6, 2020

Confusion Remains Over New T-21 Law

Posted on: January 3, 2020

Sheriff's Office Seeking Information From the Public Concerning Death Investigation

Posted on: January 3, 2020

Qualified County Residents Can Apply for First-Time Home Buyer Program

Posted on: January 2, 2020

Board Approves 2020 Meeting Schedule

Posted on: January 2, 2020

Wright County Social Services Receives $10,000 Grant From Wright-Hennepin Electric Trust

Posted on: December 31, 2019

County Moving Forward On History Wall at Justice Center

Posted on: December 31, 2019

County Board Likely To Continue Lobbying Effort for 2020 Legislative Session

Posted on: December 27, 2019

Spouses of Vietnam Vets May Be Eligible for Benefits Under Blue Water Navy Veterans Act

Posted on: December 24, 2019

Tobacco 21 Ordinance To Take Effect Jan. 1

Posted on: December 23, 2019

WCCA Gets Grant Award From Otto Bremer Trust

Posted on: December 20, 2019

Sheriff's Office Beard Challenge Raises Money For Rivers of Hope

Posted on: December 20, 2019

County Board Sets 2020 Budget, Levy

Posted on: December 17, 2019

County Awards Contract For Hwy. 19 and 38 Construction

Posted on: December 18, 2019

Parks & Rec To Partner Up To Combat Aquatic Invasive Species

Posted on: December 18, 2019

REAL ID Deadline Getting Closer

Posted on: December 16, 2019

Wright County Board to Set 2020 Budget, Levy at Dec. 17 Board Meeting

Posted on: December 13, 2019

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Posted on: December 10, 2019

Long Range Transportation Plan Adoption

Posted on: October 14, 2019