Tag: Fosston Police Department

Fosston Police Department promoting safe driving practices 

During his visit on the KKCQ Food For Thought Program, Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve talked about a worrying trend he’s seeing in the City of Fosston. Juve says he’s been seeing an increase of crashes in the Fosston, and he shares some accident statistics coming out of the state so far this year.  Juve…
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April 1, 2026 0

What do to if you’re in a car accident 

Approximately 80,000 car accidents are reported in Minnesota each year, and for many drivers who are involved in them, they often don’t know what to do afterwards. R&J News recently talked with Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve, who says your initial response to a crash should depend on the severity of it.  Juve says if…
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March 31, 2026 0

New face at the Fosston Police Department 

There’s a new face at the Fosston Police Department. Late last year Officer Ryan Skipper joined the Fosston Police Department, and he’s starting to get situated in his new position. R&J News had the opportunity to catch up with Officer Skipper, who tells us more about himself, and his law enforcement career.   Skipper explains what…
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February 24, 2026 0

Fosston 2025 Police Calls & Cases

FOSSTON, MN—Fosston Police have been keeping track of the number of times they were called to service in 2025.  Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve says his officers received 1493 calls during the year. Chief Juve also says he’s looking for one more officer to fill out his staff.  If you’re interested, contact the Fosston Police…
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December 30, 2025 0

Fosston Police Department encouraging drivers to travel safely 

Northwest Minnesota will certainly be seeing more snow on the landscape over the next couple months, and the Fosston Police Department is asking area drivers to drive safely, as we turn the calendar over to the new year. Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve.  You can get updates from the Fosston Police Department by following them…
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December 29, 2025 0

Fosston Police Department promotes Mary Olson

There’s been a lot of turnover in the Fosston Police Department recently, which has led to some promotion opportunities for officers who’ve decided to stick around. Fosston Police Chief Jim Juve is excited to announce that they’ve promoted officer Mary Olson to a sergeant position on the force.  One of the many hats Sergeant Olson…
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November 26, 2025 0

Winter travel reminders 

Most of Northwest Minnesota is expected to see its first snowfall today, which means that our roads will be more hazardous than normal. This also means that drivers will have to be extra cautious when making their commutes. Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve shares some reminders for those who will be driving in winter conditions.…
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November 25, 2025 0

 Halloween Safety Reminders 

Halloween is tomorrow, and children across the Red River Valley will be taking to the streets to do some trick or treating. While this activity is supposed to be fun, children are over twice as likely to be involved in a pedestrian accident. For this reason, Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve reminds drivers to be…
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October 30, 2025 0

Area agencies seeking people to enter the law enforcement profession 

It’s no secret that there’s a shortage of law enforcement officers in Minnesota, and most agencies across Minnesota are recruiting for new officers. Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve says he’d definitely recommend a career in law enforcement, and he speaks of some of the benefits of going into the field.   Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall…
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August 6, 2025 0

New officer at the Fosston Police Department 

There’s a new face in the Fosston Police Department, as the Fosston City Council approved the hiring of Nick Agnew as a full time police officer earlier this month. R&J News’ Tom Lano had the opportunity to catch up with Agnew, who tells us more about himself.  Agnew also tells us when he first knew…
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July 29, 2025 0