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BE PREPARED FOR POWER OUTAGES

Last evening’s 10 minute power outage was caused by a small tree branch that landed in the downtown substation due to the high winds. This is a reminder that this is the time of the year when power outages can occur. Be sure that you and your family know where there is a flashlight with … Read More

SPECIAL YARD WASTE PICK-UP TOMORROW!

There will be a Special Yard Waste Pick-up tomorrow; Friday, October 19. Yard waste should be placed at your regular garbage pick-up site in clear bags or clearly marked containers. No branches please. The last collection of the season will be Friday, October 26. Yard waste may also be taken to the City’s compost site … Read More

FIREHALL LIQUORS IS LOOKING FOR A PART-TIME EMPLOYEE

Firehall Municipal Liquors is looking for a part-time employee to work mainly weekends and a few evenings. Interested applicants may apply at the store or print off an application from the City’s website at www,barnesvillemn.com and return it to the store.

ANIMAL CONTROL HAS A NEW FACEBOOK PAGE!

Barnesville Animal Control has a brand new Facebook page – be sure to check it out. This is an easy way to keep in touch with lost and found pets in the community and much, much more!

POSITION OPEN ON PLANNING COMMISSION

The Barnesville Planning Commission is looking for a new member. The Planning Commission is responsible for overseeing long term planning for the City and administering the City’s Zoning Ordinance. The Planning Commission meets the first Monday of every month at 6:45 pm. For more information about this opportunity, contact City Administrator Mike Rietz a 354-2292 … Read More

SUN SPOTS MAY CAUSE CABLE TV OUTAGES

Barnesville Cable TV customers should be aware that a large number of sun spots are expected to occur from September 29 through October 29. The sun spots can cause cable TV outages of up to 20 minutes and may occur at any time. Customers may experience tiled pictures and sound problems. If problems continue for … Read More

BARNESVILLE MUNICIPAL UTILITIES WELCOMES NEW CUSTOMER!

Barnesville Municipal Utilities is excited to welcome their newest customer, Barnesville Nutrition, who opened their doors at 6 am this morning at 108 Front Street South. Stop by and check out their 43 delicious flavors of meal replacement shakes and other Herbalife products.

BE SURE YOUR IN-HOME WIRELESS CONNECTION IS SECURE

Barnesville Internet reminds their customers that if you’re using your router to create a wireless connection within your home, be sure that you have a secure connection which requires a password. With the popularity of iPads we’re seeing more people sitting in parked cars and tapping into unsecured wireless connections. Your IP address could be … Read More

INTERNET HELP DESK IS AVAILABLE ON SATURDAYS!

If you’re a Barnesville Internet customer and your experience internet related problems on Saturday, help is just a simple phone call away. Just call 354-2222 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.