Sheriff's Office Response to "Stay at Home" Executive Order

Sheriff's Office supports Governor Walz's "Stay at Home" Executive Order through education and enforcement efforts.

COVID-19 Private Septic reminders

• Careful not to overload septic system with multiple laundry loads per day. Spread them out over the week
• Do not flush: baby wipes, flushable wipes, diapers, Kleenex, paper towels, personal hygiene products, or cooking grease.
• Limit garbage disposal

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Wanamingo Landfill Change In Hours

Beginning April 1st, the Wanamingo Demolition Debris Landfill will be open Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Updated: Chief Justice Lorie S. Gildea issues Press Release

Administrative Order - Closure and Access to Judicial District Courthouses

For immediate release

ST. PAUL, Minn. (March 20, 2020) – After careful consideration and consultation, the Judicial Council has recommended further restr...

State of Emergency Declaration

The health and safety of Goodhue County residents and employees continues to be the top priority for Goodhue County.  As the COVID-19 situation unfolds, Goodhue County remains open but with modifications to protect the public and our employees. &...

District Court Scheduling during COVID 19

Minnesota Judicial Branch - COVID-19 Information

Important Information about Court Scheduling

ADC Visiting Hours SUSPENDED

ADC visiting hours are suspended due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) until further notice. Video visitation is still available at Securus

Health and Human Services Modified Services

HHS MODIFIED SERVICES  3-19-2020 

As a reminder, Minnesota Department of Health has set up a COVID-19 public
hotline that is open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The hotline number is651-201-3920 or 1-800-657-3903. For local informa...

2020 Construction

Spring is just around the corner and that means . . . construction season.  The season everyone loves to hate.  We all enjoy the finished product, but detest the closures and mess it takes to get the job done.  Check out our 202...

Spring Weight Restrictions

Spring weight restrictions on County Roads will begin Monday, March 9th.  Please see the map for more detail.  

Information on weight restrictions for state highways can be found on MnDOT’s website at mndot.gov/loadlimits.

Southeast Regional Crisis Center Opening in 2021

That is the official name of the new mental health crisis center to be built in Rochester and will provide care to individuals in Southeast Minnesota who are experiencing a mental health care crisis- 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Goodhue County No Smoking or Tobacco Use Policy

For more information on the policy or to view the designated smoking and tobacco areas, click on the link below.