Message from Stearns County, Department of Highways
NEWS RELEASE
Melrose area motorists are advised that construction on County Road 169 north of Melrose between County Road 13 and County Road 168 will begin on Monday, July 6. This work is anticipated to last thru September. The work involves bridge removal, culvert replacements, road reconstruction, paving, and turf establishment. A detour will be posted. The contractor for this project is Northern Lines Contracting, Inc. from Hanover, Minnesota. Motorists are strongly urged to find alternate routes to minimize delays. Dates and timeframes are weather dependent.
Questions or concerns may be directed to the Stearns County Highway Department.
NEWS RELEASE
Melrose area motorists are advised that construction on County Road 169 north of Melrose between County Road 13 and County Road 168 will begin on Monday, July 6. This work is anticipated to last thru September. The work involves bridge removal, culvert replacements, road reconstruction, paving, and turf establishment. A detour will be posted. The contractor for this project is Northern Lines Contracting, Inc. from Hanover, Minnesota. Motorists are strongly urged to find alternate routes to minimize delays. Dates and timeframes are weather dependent.
Questions or concerns may be directed to the Stearns County Highway Department.
City of Melrose/Melrose Public Utilities will be closed July 3rd & 4th.
Summer’s here! But remember, having too much fun in the sun can
lead to heat stress and even heat stroke. Stay hydrated, find shade and
watch out for signs of heat exhaustion. Let’s stay safe and beat the heat
together! #SafetyTips
lead to heat stress and even heat stroke. Stay hydrated, find shade and
watch out for signs of heat exhaustion. Let’s stay safe and beat the heat
together! #SafetyTips
City of Melrose will be closed June 19th.
Today is National Electricity Day, marking the anniversary of Benjamin
Franklin’s famous 1752 kite experiment during a thunderstorm.
At City of Melrose Public Utilities we recognize the public power professionals and
utility teams who work every day to deliver safe, reliable and affordable
energy to the communities we serve.
#NationalElectricityDay #PublicPower
Franklin’s famous 1752 kite experiment during a thunderstorm.
At City of Melrose Public Utilities we recognize the public power professionals and
utility teams who work every day to deliver safe, reliable and affordable
energy to the communities we serve.
#NationalElectricityDay #PublicPower
This Flag Day, City of Melrose Public Utilities is proud to celebrate the red, white
and blue. As a #PublicPower utility, we’re locally owned and serve our
neighbors with pride and dedication. Here’s to freedom and the people
we proudly serve every day.
#FlagDay #PublicPower
and blue. As a #PublicPower utility, we’re locally owned and serve our
neighbors with pride and dedication. Here’s to freedom and the people
we proudly serve every day.
#FlagDay #PublicPower
The City Center will be closed on June 19th, 2026 in observation of Juneteenth.
Happy World Environment Day! Today, we’re celebrating the power of
clean energy and our commitment to protecting the planet. That’s why
renewable energy like hydro, wind and solar is a key part of our power
mix. Because a cleaner, brighter future starts with us.
#RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy
clean energy and our commitment to protecting the planet. That’s why
renewable energy like hydro, wind and solar is a key part of our power
mix. Because a cleaner, brighter future starts with us.
#RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy
NEW this summer! Pop-Up Splash Pad, 5pm-7pm!
Today is National Dam Safety Awareness Day, a time to acknowledge
the critical importance of dam safety and to celebrate the essential role
hydropower plays in delivering reliable, affordable #PublicPower energy
to City of Melrose homes and businesses.
#RenewableEnergy #HydroIsHere
the critical importance of dam safety and to celebrate the essential role
hydropower plays in delivering reliable, affordable #PublicPower energy
to City of Melrose homes and businesses.
#RenewableEnergy #HydroIsHere
Melrose Area Schools Summer Lunch Program
Wishing everyone a meaningful Memorial Day as we reflect on those
who served and sacrificed for our country and our freedom.
#WeRemember
who served and sacrificed for our country and our freedom.
#WeRemember
Last night, the City Council recognized the hard work of Braden Zimmer on his Eagle Scout project. Braden planned, fundraised and completed concrete tee pads on the disc golf course at the Sauk River Park. Thank you Braden for all of your efforts for the community (and to the entire Boy Scout Troop 68 who assisted).
The City Council last night recognized the Melrose Area High School Knowledge Bowl and Speech Teams for their state team championships, and Esther Kapsner and Teague Dusha for their individual speech championships.
We are incredibly proud of these young people who represent our Melrose community so well, and consistently, with excellence each year. Thank you to them and their coaches!
May 25th, 2026 Melrose City Center will be closed.
We all need to take care of our environment. That’s why we invest in
renewable power sources such as hydro, wind and solar. We know
creating a cleaner energy future starts with us.
#RenewableEnergy #PublicPower
renewable power sources such as hydro, wind and solar. We know
creating a cleaner energy future starts with us.
#RenewableEnergy #PublicPower
Reminder: May 15th, 2026 is Tractor Day at the Melrose High School.
🖤💙 Thank You, Law Enforcement Heroes! 💙🖤
This National Police Week, we extend our deepest gratitude to the dedicated men and women of law enforcement who protect and serve our communities every single day.
Putting on the badge requires immense courage, sacrifice, and a profound commitment to public safety. To our officers: thank you for answering the call, facing the unknown, and working tirelessly to keep our neighborhoods safe.
We also want to express our heartfelt thanks to the families of our officers, who share in this sacrifice and support our heroes behind the scenes.
To the men and women in blue—we see your dedication, we appreciate your sacrifice, and we stand with you today and every day. Thank you for your service!
#NationalPoliceWeek #PoliceWeek2026 #ThankYouPolice #BackTheBlue #LawEnforcement #CommunityFirst
This National Police Week, we extend our deepest gratitude to the dedicated men and women of law enforcement who protect and serve our communities every single day.
Putting on the badge requires immense courage, sacrifice, and a profound commitment to public safety. To our officers: thank you for answering the call, facing the unknown, and working tirelessly to keep our neighborhoods safe.
We also want to express our heartfelt thanks to the families of our officers, who share in this sacrifice and support our heroes behind the scenes.
To the men and women in blue—we see your dedication, we appreciate your sacrifice, and we stand with you today and every day. Thank you for your service!
#NationalPoliceWeek #PoliceWeek2026 #ThankYouPolice #BackTheBlue #LawEnforcement #CommunityFirst
Spring is a great time to make sure outdoor air is not entering the home
through faulty cracks or openings around the panes of your windows
and doors. Seal any air leaks by caulking or weather-stripping.
#EnergySavingTips
through faulty cracks or openings around the panes of your windows
and doors. Seal any air leaks by caulking or weather-stripping.
#EnergySavingTips
Our dedicated line crews are ready for spring storms. They’re used
to dealing with unpredictable weather and are prepared to quickly
respond if a storm impacts your electric service. That’s why being
#CommunityOwned matters.
#EmpoweringOurCommunity #PublicPower
to dealing with unpredictable weather and are prepared to quickly
respond if a storm impacts your electric service. That’s why being
#CommunityOwned matters.
#EmpoweringOurCommunity #PublicPower
