Wright County, MN

The National Weather Service is advising that a storm system Monday will be accompanied by high winds and the potential for hail and a slight risk for tornadoes. Nothing is guaranteed with this storm, but you may want to keep your weather app of choice available Monday afternoon.

The Hwy. 25 project between Monticello and Buffalo begins April 13. According to MnDOT, prep work with take place April 13-21. On Tuesday, April 21, a closure to thru traffic begins and detours will be in place. Learn more about the Hwy 25 project here: dot.state.mn.us/d3/projects/hw…

Wright County Attorney Brian Lutes has released a statement regarding the status of prosecuting David Delong, who murdered Amber Czech in Cokato on Nov. 11, 2025. Lutes has vowed to make sure Delong is prosecuted to serve a life sentence for the slaying. wrightcountymn.gov/m/newsflash/ho…

The Wright County Sheriff’s Office has released its weekly Arrest Report for the period of March 30-April 5. Click here to see the full Arrest Report: wrightcountymn.gov/m/newsflash/ho…

Wright County is on the fringe of a storm system that could impact travel to the north this weekend. There are expected to be two rounds to this storm - the first coming through this afternoon and more precipitation coming starting around sunset.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources announced that three eaglets have hatched in the nest covered by the DNR’s Eagle Cam. There will be a lot of activity because eagle chicks grow quickly. The Eagle Cam operates 24/7 and can be viewed here: dnr.state.mn.us/features/webca…

The National Weather Service has updated the timing and tracking of a storm that is heading across Minnesota. Rain/ice/snow are supposed to begin late tonight (April 1) and linger into Thursday morning, increasing the potential for a difficult morning commute.

When a wintry mix storm is projected for April Fool's Day, one has to remain skeptical. While the Friday-Saturday snow looks to be a nothing burger in Wright County, the chance of rain turning to ice Wednesday night into Thursday looks to be more of a potential problem.

The I-94 project between Monticello and Albertville will begin its final phase Tuesday, April 7 with overnight lane shifts in both directions. Work will begin on the eastbound lanes, moving traffic in both directions to the westbound lanes with no shoulders and concrete barriers

The Wright County Sheriff’s Office has released its weekly Arrest Report for the period of March 23-29. Click here to see the full Arrest Report: wrightcountymn.gov/m/newsflash/ho…

A Message from the Minnesota Department of Transportation: An update has been provided to MnDOT by the construction manager on the Hwy. 25 project between Buffalo and Monticello. Phase 1 will begin Monday, April 13 and the posted detour will take effect Saturday, April 18.

The Minnesota Department of Driver and Vehicle Services is warning people about a text and phone scam being perpetrated that has scammers posing as DVS employees asking for money and personal information. To learn more about the scam specifics, click here: wrightcountymn.gov/m/newsflash/ho…

With spring here, kids are excited to spend more time outside, but it can turn into a learning experience they may remember for a lifetime. The DNR has an interactive website with the calls of 23 different Minnesota songbirds. Check it out. It's cool: dnr.state.mn.us/mcvmagazine/bi…

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Saturday, March 28 for 77 Minnesota counties, including Wright County. The combination of high winds, low humidity raises the potential the fires could spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended for Saturday.

The Wright Soil & Water Conservation District is conducting its annual Tree Sale Program through Monday, April 13. The program is open to anyone and is a lost-cost option to purchasing bulk bareroot seedlings. Learn more here: wrightcountymn.gov/m/newsflash/ho…

MnDOT has announced the starting date for the Hwy. 25 construction between Monticello and Buffalo. The project begins Monday, April 13 and will be closed to thru traffic. To see the details of the construction, click on the MnDOT project page at dot.state.mn.us/d3/projects/hw…

Beginning March 30, a section CSAH 39 will be closed between 7th Street and Chelsea Road in the City of Monticello as part of the city’s CSAH 39 West Utility Extension project. The detour should last three weeks. Learn more here: monticellomn.gov/173/Projects