It’s an interesting coincidence that the region’s first snowfall comes during Winter Hazard Awareness Week in Minnesota. Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson tells us something important when it comes to the forecast: the difference between a watch and a warning. Halverson says if you do decide to drive during a winter storm, you had better…
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A man and five children between the ages of 6 and 14 suffered burns from an explosion and fire north of Bagley Monday afternoon. The Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office says it received a call around 12:30pm about an explosion and fire at a storage unit. The Sheriff’s Office says they believe a propane tank in…
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson says domestic violence continues to be a problem nationwide. Halverson also says many people don’t seek medical attention after being on the receiving end of domestic violence. Another thing Halverson points out is that domestic violence can be a learned behavior. If you’re a…
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Just as dandelions pop up on yards in the spring, campaign signs pop up on yards in the fall. While we may not agree on the same candidate, Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson says you can’t take down a campaign sign from anyone’s yard. Sheriff Halverson was a guest on Tuesday’s Food For Thought program…
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Most everyone likes to take pictures of their kids on the first day of a new school year…..and then post those pictures on social media. Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson says posting those back to school pictures may not be such a good idea. Sheriff Halverson was a guest on KKCQ’s Food For Thought program…
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With school starting, kids–and drivers–need reminders about being safe around school buses. Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson has this reminder for drivers: Halverson also says kids have to watch out for vehicles, too. Kids who ride the bus aren’t the only ones who need to be careful crossing roads. So do kids who walk to…
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The Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office is getting some new equipment. Sheriff Darin Halverson talked about it on Tuesday’s Food For Thought program on KKCQ. Sheriff Halverson also says he’s hired Joe Sullivan as a new deputy….and that the Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office is looking for additional deputies. If you’re interested, you can apply at the…
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With the Clearwater County Fair going on this week, Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson has some advice that can make your trip to the fair more pleasant. Halverson’s first suggestion is that you have a good ratio of adults and children. Halverson also reminds you to lock your car and keep valuables out of sight.…
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One woman is dead and a child is fighting for its life after two drownings over the weekend in Clearwater County. Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson says the first happened Saturday afternoon. The victim has been identified as 70-year-old Cheryl Breitbach of Ponsford. Halverson says deputies were called to another incident Sunday afternoon. The child’s…
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When people go to campgrounds or resorts, they often bring bicycles or ATVs to explore the area. Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halvorson points out that you should check with a campground or resort to be sure ATVs are allowed. Sheriff Halvorson was a guest this week on KKCQ’s Food For Thought program.