ST. PAUL (WJON News) -- The seventh judicial district judge vacancies have been filled. Governor Tim Walz appointed Ole Tvedten to fill the vacancy to be chambered in St. Cloud, which was vacated when Sarah Hennesy was appointed to the Minnesota Supreme Court.

98.1 Minnesota's New Country logo
Get our free mobile app

Tvedten is currently head of the Criminal Division of the Stearns County Attorney's Office and was previously assistant county attorney. He has also served on numerous county committees, volunteers with Project Connect, and coaches youth sports. Governor Walz also appointed Michael Lesser as a seventh district judge.

Office of Governor Tim Walz
Office of Governor Tim Walz
loading...

Lesser will be chambered in Moorhead and fills the spot held by Greta Smolinisky. Minnesota's seventh district consists of Becker, Benton, Clay, Douglas, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Otter Tail, Stearns, Todd, and Wadena Counties.


READ MORE FROM AUTHOR PAUL HABSTRITT:


 

Come Visit Pierz, Minnesota With Us in Pictures

History of Minnesota Vikings' 1st Round Draft Picks - Year by Year

The Minnesota Vikings started to participate in the NFL Draft in 1961. Over the years they have had a few great picks, some really good picks, some solid picks, and as we all know, some total busts and what were they thinking moments. Below is a history of all their first-round picks and some information so you can make the call for yourself on how they faired with each one.

Labor Day Weekend Northern Lights as Seen in Minnesota

More From 98.1 Minnesota's New Country