Mitchell County Sheriff's Office

10/20/2026

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10/17/2026

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Please stay away from the area of the Osage elevator as crews attempt to get the fire under control. The Osage Co-Op Elevator advises they cannot accept grain at this time as the electricity has been shut off.

10/16/2026

🥶 FREEZE WARNING – MITCHELL COUNTY 🥶

The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning for Mitchell County.

❄️ When: Saturday, October 17, from 1:00 AM to 9:00 AM
🌡️ Expected Temperatures: As low as 26°F

Freezing temperatures and frost may damage or kill crops and sensitive plants. Unprotected outdoor plumbing may also be at risk.

PREPARE NOW:

- 🌱 Cover or bring tender plants indoors.
- 🚰 Protect exposed outdoor pipes and plumbing.
- 🍂 Take precautions to protect sensitive vegetation.

Stay safe and plan ahead for the cold temperatures!

— Mitchell County Sheriff’s Office

10/15/2026

❄️ FREEZE WATCH – MITCHELL COUNTY ❄️

The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued a Freeze Watch for Mitchell County from late Friday night through Saturday morning.

🌡️ Temperatures could drop as low as 27°F!

🥶 Potential Impacts:

- Frost and freezing temperatures could damage or kill crops and sensitive vegetation.
- Unprotected outdoor plumbing could be damaged.

🌿 PREPARE NOW!

- Bring potted plants indoors or cover tender plants.
- Protect sensitive vegetation from the cold.
- Take precautions to protect exposed outdoor pipes.

Stay weather-aware and take steps now to protect your plants and property from the upcoming freeze!

Mitchell County Sheriff’s Office

10/02/2026

UPDATE: OWNER FOUND!

Found on front of the Courthouse by the handicapped sign. Please pick up at the Mitchell County Sheriff's Office.

10/02/2026

🚨 SCAM / IMPERSONATION WARNING 🚨

The Mitchell County Sheriff’s Office has received reports of an individual impersonating retired Sheriff Greg Beaver and contacting Mitchell County residents by phone.

The caller is reportedly telling residents that they failed to appear for court and is providing the resident with their date of birth. The individual has reportedly been described as having a southern accent and is calling from a restricted/private phone number.

⚠️ Please use caution if you receive a call matching this description.

If you receive a call from this individual, do not provide any personal or financial information. You may choose not to answer calls from restricted numbers.

If you have received one of these calls or have had contact with this individual, please contact the Mitchell County Sheriff’s Office at 641-732-4740 to report it.

Please share this information with family, friends, and neighbors to help spread the word.

Thank you for helping us keep Mitchell County residents informed and safe.

09/30/2026

🌾 HARVEST SEASON ROADWAY SAFETY REMINDER 🌾

🚜 SHARE THE ROAD. SLOW DOWN. STAY ALERT.

Harvest season means more tractors, combines, grain carts, wagons, and other slow-moving equipment on our rural roads.

MOTORISTS:
• Slow down and be patient.
• Keep a safe following distance.
• Watch for wide turns and field entrances.
• Never pass unless you can clearly see it is safe.
• Be especially alert around hills, curves, and field entrances.
• Watch for mud, dirt, and crop debris on the roadway. These can create slippery conditions, reduce traction, and become serious driving hazards.

FARMERS & EQUIPMENT OPERATORS:
• Use extra caution when entering and leaving fields.
• Make every reasonable effort to keep roadways clear of excessive mud and debris.
• Mud, dirt, and crop debris left on the roadway can create a hazard for other motorists, especially motorcycles and smaller vehicles.
• Clean roadway hazards as soon as it is safe to do so.

Agriculture is the backbone of our community—let's share the road, remain patient, and keep everyone safe this season.

🌾 A FEW EXTRA SECONDS OF PATIENCE CAN HELP PREVENT A SERIOUS CRASH.

🚜 SLOW DOWN. WATCH FOR FARM EQUIPMENT. BE ALERT FOR ROADWAY DEBRIS.

LET'S KEEP MITCHELL COUNTY ROADS SAFE THIS HARVEST SEASON.

Sheriff Justin Trees
Mitchell County Sheriff's Office

09/28/2026

‼️ New City of Osage ordinance. ‼️

The new city ordinance regarding PTV's (ex., scooters), e-bikes, and other small motorized vehicles takes effect on September 30th.
You can check out the full ordinance on our webpage. www.osagepd.org

09/24/2026

🎉🏈 HOMECOMING IS HERE! 🏈🎉

Homecoming is a fun time for our area schools and communities! Between dress-up days, activities, parades, football games, dances, and weekend celebrations, there’s a lot going on. We want everyone to enjoy it — and make it home safely.

A few reminders from the Mitchell County Sheriff’s Office:

🚗 Students behind the wheel: Slow down, put the phone away, buckle up, and don’t drive distracted. Your friends are counting on you to get them home safely, too.

👀 Watch for pedestrians: With extra activities and people out and about, keep an eye out in parking lots, around schools, and along the roads.

🏠 Parents: Know where your kids are going, who they’ll be with, and how they’re getting home.

Homecoming should be about school spirit, friends, and making memories — not a trip to the emergency room or the Sheriff’s Office. 😉

Have fun, be smart, look out for one another, and LET’S HAVE A SAFE HOMECOMING! 🎉🏈🚔

— Mitchell County Sheriff’s Office

09/18/2026

🌧️ FLOOD WATCH – MITCHELL COUNTY 🌧️

The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued a Flood Watch for Mitchell County, in effect from this evening through Saturday afternoon.

🌧️ Widespread rain is expected across the region, with some areas potentially receiving multiple inches of rainfall, particularly along and south of I-90 and north of Highway 18.

⚠️ Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks, and flooding is possible in poor drainage and urban areas.

Residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in flood-prone areas should be prepared to take action if flooding develops.

Please use caution and stay weather aware.