Dawson/Boyd Police Department

03/18/2026

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03/14/2026

🚨PUBLIC NOTICE🚨

Stay safe this weekend!!

02/28/2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 5 PM CST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4
inches, with a band of 3 to 5 inches along the Minnesota River.

* WHERE...Kandiyohi, McLeod, Meeker, Renville, Sibley, Brown,
Nicollet, Redwood, Chippewa, Lac Qui Parle, Stevens, Swift, and
Yellow Medicine Counties.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 5 PM CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 5 1 1 or visit
511mn.org for road conditions.

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01/09/2026

Today we recognize Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and extend our sincere gratitude to the uniformed men who serve and protect the citizens in our County. Your commitment to protecting our communities— often behind the scenes and without recognition — makes a lasting impact.

Thank you for serving our community with integrity, courage, and dedication.

12/09/2025

12/04/2025

09/24/2025

08/21/2025

Residents with Flooded Basements / Water Damage❗️💧

The City of Dawson has 10 flood mop-up kits available free of charge for residents to keep who have experienced flooding or water damage from recent rains. These kits are from the Salvation Army and contain: a mop, broom, bleach, gloves, cleaning supplies, trash bags, and face masks and some other items.

📍Pick up at City Hall (675 Chestnut St) between 8am and 4:30pm. ☎️ Call the city desk at 320-769-2154 for any questions