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Shout Out: Willow River Decision Points Training Host Site
By Heather Hansen
Recently, Willow River hosted a two and a half day, CIP tri-site training for a new program curriculum. The WR staff were all friendly and helpful, the bathrooms always clean, and there was plenty of coffee.
A job well done by all involved to make the best learning environment possible!
Thank you Willow River!!!
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Shout Out: Willow River Life Saving Efforts
By Warden Gino Anselmo
I would like to shout out to Willow River 3rd watch officers Jacob Stewart, Raymond Hagen, David Collins, Judy Curtis, and Sgt. Brodie Kruse for their quick response and action for an incarcerated individual that was choking in the dining hall.
Their communication, teamwork and quick work was excellent and saved a life. Your professionalism and performance each day is appreciated and something to be proud of!!
Thank you.
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Shout Out: Willow River CSAS Sr. Melinda Murphy
By Lt. Gordon Tate
I wanted to recognize the dedicated and hard work that Melinda Murphy does daily while working the CSAS Sr. position at the MCF Willow River Facility.
In this position she is responsible for the daily upkeep and ordering for all facility inventories, equipment, and supply needs at Willow River. This is just one aspect of her daily job duties that she performs consistently at a high level. Often the results of her work go unnoticed and is taken for granted as her daily tasks and duties performed are not out in the open or in direct contact with the departments she assists with every day.
Melinda's excellent due-diligence with ordering and tracking of supplies and equipment assists the budget managers of the facility to make fiscally responsible decisions and helps to keep the facility supply and equipment needs met and operating smoothly.
Thank you Melinda for all of the hard work that you do on a daily basis at MCF Willow River. The Supervisor group and all of the staff here at Willow River appreciate the work you do and the important tasks you complete on a daily basis that keep this facility running smoothly.
You are a vital asset to this facility and to the Departments you support. Thank you!
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Shout Out: Sergeant Tim Paul
By Willow River 2nd Watch Staff
We just wanted to let Sgt. Tim Paul know how much 2nd Watch appreciates his tireless dedication to our program.
Sgt. Paul has pretty much single-handedly set up the CIP WR wood program. Our wood program not only cuts, bundles, and delivers firewood to multiple state parks, it has also delivered wood for religious programming at MCF-Moose Lake.
We truly appreciate your guidance and leadership.
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Congratulations to Willow River Promotions
By Carla Pocket
Jeannie Sack was recently promoted to OAS, Principal. In her new role she will be the support staff for MCF-WR CIP administration and maintain records management.
Lori Schanus was recently promoted to an OAS, Sr. and recently transferred to MCF-WR from Field Services. Lori is the new contact for all CIP intakes and application list management. Warden Anselmo states “We are excited to have both Jeannie and Lori in their new roles at Willow River, both bring many years of quality DOC experience and expertise!"
(L-R) Jeannie Sack, Lori Schanus -
MN DNR Fire Arms Safety Shooting Backstop Project
By Gordon Tate
MCF Willow River Challenge Incarceration Program assisted the MN DNR with constructing a shooting backstop for the DNR's Fire Arms Safety Program.
The MN DNR requested assistance from the MCF Willow River Challenge Incarceration Program to construct a shooting backstop for their Fire Arms Safety Training Program located at the General Andrews DNR site in Willow River, MN. This project will help to serve the community and assist the DNR for conducting Fire Arm Safety Training.
This project was completed by MCF Willow River staff Ofc. Scott Salzer and Ofc. Daryl Fleck who helped to organize, give direction, and supervise the construction of these shooting backstops with the help and assistance of the Challenge Incarceration Program Participants. These Officers worked with the local DNR Conservation Officer, General Andrews, and DNR Staff to get this completed in time for the first class which was held on June 14 of this year.
Thank you Ofc. Salzer and Ofc. Fleck for your hard work, dedication, and leadership for the Department, to the communities you serve, and for role modeling a positive attitude and positive life values to the incarcerated population at the Challenge Incarceration Program.
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Willow River Recognizes Correctional Officers Week 2023
By Carla Pocket
National Correctional Officers Week is a time to thank correctional officers for their service and to raise awareness of the important work they do. It is also a time to remember the sacrifices that correctional officers and their families make.
Here are some of the reasons why we celebrate National Correctional Officers Week:
- To thank correctional officers for their service and dedication.
- To raise awareness of the important work that correctional officers do.
- To show our support for correctional officers and their families.
Corrections Week at Willow River was eventful and enjoyable.
Check out the pictures of the fun event below.
