A resurfacing project will begin Wednesday, October 1, on County Road 123 (just south of Roscoe) from Trunk Highway 23 to just north of 253rd Avenue. No detour will be posted. The project is expected to be completed mid-October, weather permitting.

📢 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 Despite the federal gov't shutdown, Stearns Co offices are fully operational, including: ✅License Centers ✅Elections ✅Vital Records (birth, death & marriage certificates) ✅Human Services ✅Veteran Services

Kick off #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth by staying alert! 👀 Cybercriminals are using publicly available information to send fake emails impersonating county staff or officials. 🔍 Look for “.gov” addresses 🚫 Don’t click suspicious links ✅ Verify before you trust

We're hiring a Public Service Representative in our Administration Department! Swipe to see what makes this role special from our amazing team. To apply or learn more about this role and other opportunities, visit: tinyurl.com/StearnsCountyC…

Property taxes due next Wed, Oct 15. 💻Pay Online: stearns.co/propertyaccess. 🧑‍🦰In Person: • Service Ctr, Waite Park (drive-thru avail) • Administration Ctr, St Cloud 📭By Mail: Must be postmarked by Oct 15. Enroll in auto pay for 2026 taxes by Dec 15. stearns.co/taxpayments.

IT + Human Services openings now available. 👇 Visit tinyurl.com/StearnsCountyC… to apply.

Direct voting begins Friday! Residents in Commissioner Dist 4 or School Dist 742 can vote early in person & put their ballot directly in the ballot box, just like on Election Day, starting Friday, Oct 17 at Stearns Co Service Ctr, Waite Park. stearnscountymn.gov.

Due to the ongoing federal gov't shutdown, new & pending SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) approvals suspended. As of now, no Nov SNAP benefits available. Possible impacts to MFIP & WIC programs. More info: stearnscountymn.gov. Updates: dcyf.mn.gov/federal-shutdo…

Got leftover paint, oil, cleaning products? Dead batteries, old fluorescent lights, unused car seats? Don’t toss in the trash—drop off safely for free! Our video shows how easy it is to use our Household Hazardous Waste Facility & why it matters for your health & the environment.

Tired of tinsel? Done with your deer? Take part in our FREE holiday decor swap! Bring new/gently used holiday decor to the Stearns County Service Center, Environmental Services (2nd floor) on Nov. 7, between 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., OR bring items with you to the event on Nov. 10!

⏰ Reminder! Drop off your new or gently used holiday decor this 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗡𝗼𝘃. 𝟳 at the Stearns County Service Center, Environmental Services (2nd floor) between 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Can’t make it? Bring your items to the event on Nov. 10 instead!

Stearns County offices will be closed Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. We will resume normal business hours (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) on Wednesday, November 12. Thank you, Veterans, for your service and sacrifice.

SNAP benefits are temporarily cut due to the federal shutdown. Residents needing food support can access food shelves and resources in their community. If you can help, contact your local food bank. For updates: dcyf.mn.gov/federal-shutdo….

We’re hiring in several departments and would love to have you in our sights. Explore open positions and apply today: tinyurl.com/StearnsCountyC…

County Road 10 (Main Street) near Roscoe will be closed between Highway 16 and 225th Street this week for a power pole replacement project. See detour in place.

Our buildings are glowing green for veterans! #OperationGreenLight is a nationwide initiative designed to shine a light on the service of our veterans & their families. Join us! Change one light bulb in your home or business to green to show your support. #VeteransDay

Second half property taxes due Monday, Nov. 17 for those with agricultural and mobile home properties. Pay online (free with eCheck), in person, or by mail. Want to make next year easier? Set up an ACH payment plan by Dec 15. Details & payment options at stearns.co/taxpayments.

Do you care about clean, safe drinking water? Here’s your chance to make a difference close to home! The MN-WELL Water Steward program is looking for volunteers in Stearns Co & Central MN who want to help their neighbors protect their private well water. minnesotawaterstewards.org/well-water

There's a new scam targeting SNAP benefit recipients. Our Human Services Administrator, Melissa Huberty, talked about that scam & shared an update on SNAP benefits impacted by the government shutdown on WJON. Get more info or listen to the WJON interview: 973kkrc.com/ixp/67/p/minne…

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲. Join Stearns County as a 𝟵𝟭𝟭 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 and offer calm, confident guidance in life’s toughest moments. Apply by December 1: tinyurl.com/StearnsCountyC…