MNDOT ANNOUNCES LOCATIONS OF 13 ELECTRIC VEHICLE FAST CHARGING STATIONS IN MN
The Minnesota Department of Transportation announces that 13 grantees have been selected to move to the next step in the process to receive funding from National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. The funds will be used to build and maintain EV fast charging stations across the state. Grant dollars are a part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act which is designed to provide a convenient, affordable, reliable and equitable national network of EV chargers.
“This is a critical step in our efforts to make sure no matter where you travel in this great state, you’re able to quickly charge your electric vehicle and get back on the road exploring Minnesota,” said Commissioner Nancy Daubenberger. “The NEVI program provides every state the opportunity to build out much needed fast charging stations for electric vehicles. We appreciate hearing from so many Minnesotans in this process and your input will help to continue building this infrastructure across our state.”
MnDOT selected 13 locations from 38 applicants along the designated I-94 and I-35 Alternative Fuel Corridors. Combined, those selected will receive more than $7.8 million dollars in funding to build, own and operate fast charging stations.
Locations selected:
Circle K Stores, Moorhead – $497,735
Pilot Travel Centers, Alexandria $783,554
Circle K Stores, Sauk Center $497,735
Universal EV, St. Cloud $590,952
Kwik Trip, St. Michael $660,662
Francis Energy Charging, Brooklyn Park $758,677
Circle K Stores, Proctor $497,735
Kwik Trip, Moose Lake $746,764
Circle K Stores, Forest Lake $497,735
Francis Energy Charging, Burnsville $828,952
Tesla, Albert Lea $546,512

The sites that were selected met the following requirements:
Located no more than 50 miles apart along the Alternative Fuel Corridor
Located less than one mile driving distance from an interstate exit
Have a minimum of four 150 kW charging ports able to operate simultaneously
Are open to the public 24 hours a day, seven days a week with no entry fee to access the chargers
The next steps for the 13 locations include finalizing contracts, conducting environmental reviews and finalizing site designs. Station installations are expected within the next year.

VICTIM OF WEEKEND HOMICIDE IDENTIFIED
Willard DeGroat, Jr., age 47, died of a stab wound to his chest on August 4, 2024.
MOORHEAD – On Sunday, August 4, 2024, officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of Third Avenue North for a report of a stabbing. Upon arrival, officers located DeGroat with a stab wound to his chest. DeGroat was transported to Sanford Medical Center, where he later died.
The suspect, Connie Jo Frank, age 47, returned to the scene and was taken into custody. She is being held at the Clay County Correctional Facility and will be appearing in court today on 2nd Degree Murder charges. The victim and suspect were known to each other.
The case is ongoing, and the MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension continues to assist in the investigation.

MOORHEAD POLICE RESPOND TO SHOTS FIRED CALL
MOORHEAD – On Friday, August 2, 2024, at approximately 4:00 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 1500 block of Belsly Boulevard for a report of shots fired called in by a bystander. An officer in the area also heard the shots. Upon arrival, officers could not locate any suspects, victims, or damage; however, four 9mm casings were located in the 1400 block of Belsly Boulevard.
Anyone with information regarding this incident should call the Red River Regional Dispatch Center at 701.451.7660 and ask to speak to a Moorhead Police Department Supervisor.

NOTICE OF CANDIDATE FILING
MOORHEAD – The City General Election will be held in the City of Moorhead, Minnesota on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at which the following offices shall be filled:

Ward 1 Council Member (4-year term)
Ward 2 Council Member (4-year term)
Ward 3 Council Member (4-year term)
Ward 4 Council Member (4-year term)
Candidates must be qualified voters at least 21 years of age on the date of taking office, a U.S. citizen, a resident of the City/ward for least 30 days prior to the election.
Affidavits of candidacy for the above offices may be filed with the City Clerk, Moorhead City Hall, 500 Center Avenue, 3rd Floor, beginning July 30, 2024 at 8:00 a.m., until August 13, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Office will be open until 5:00 p.m. on August 13, 2024. The filing fee is $5.00.