Washburn County Gets New Sheriff | Duluth News

Washburn County just got a new sheriff—Bernard Brunkow, appointed by Governor Tony Evers to fill the vacancy left by Dennis Stuart’s retirement. Brunkow, a seasoned 25-year deputy and former Buffalo County sheriff, brings stability to the role until January 2027, when the next election will decide a permanent leader. With a background in school transportation and a deep commitment to public service, Brunkow’s temporary appointment ensures continuity and trust during a critical transition. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f4347bc9ed4919b5