In November of 1910, an election was held for the location of the county seat. Mohall won the election with 649 votes, Sherwood received 424 votes. Other towns on the ballot were Greene, McKinney, and Tolley. The first election held for the electorate to choose the county officials was held in 1912.

The first courthouse was about one block west and half a block south of the present courthouse. The present courthouse was built in 1937 for approximately $118,000.00. The current value of the courthouse is estimated at $1.2 million. Today, we have six cities and twenty-four townships located in Renville County.

Agriculture is the major role player in the local economy. The oil industry also plays a substantial role in the economy; with Renville County being the 7th largest oil producing county in North Dakota.

Government
The electorate chose three County Commissioners to head the County Government. The Auditor, Treasurer, Clerk of Courts, Sheriff, and States Attorney are also elected. The Commissioners appoint the Tax Director, Disaster Emergency Director, Coroner, County Extension Agent, Social Service Director, Park Board, Road Supervisor, 9-1-1 Coordinator, Water Resource Board, and the Veteran Service Officer. The County Commission is also responsible for the appointments to several other boards and committees.

The county hosts many tourist activities throughout the year.

• Camping Facilities
• Fishing
• Hunting
• Museums
• Golfing
• Special Occasions

The Mouse River Park is located 15 miles west of Mohall. It includes facilities such as camping and tenting areas, playground equipment, picnic areas, modern comfort station, roller skating, fishing, horse shoe courts, boat dock, cafe, lounge, softball complex and an auditorium for larger groups or SPECIAL OCCASIONS. A Fathers Day program is held annually by the Renville County Old Settlers Association.

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GOLFING is available just a few miles from the park located in Sherwood and Mohall. We invite you to make the Mouse River Park a stop on your vacation.
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FISHING for a tasty Walleye or a good Northern Pike, you need to fish along Lake Darling. We reserve areas at Grano, Greene, and the Lake Darling Dam. Back to Top of Page

HUNTING in North Dakota is the best in the US. We can proudly boast that 90% of the licensed hunters get their deer. With a large population of white-tail deer, it is sure to continue in its popularity. If UPLAND BIRD or WATERFOWL hunting is your sport, our county hosts many species of ducks, geese, turkey, partridges, and grouse.

For information on licenses and cost, call the County Auditors office at 1-701-756-6301.
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Renville County Historical Museum
The museum is open on a seasonal basis starting June 1st through August. The visiting hours are Friday through Sunday, 2 - 5pm and 7 - 9pm. Call 1-701-756-6195/6493 for special group tours or for more information. For history buffs, the county courthouse was built in 1937 and has been maintained in its original structure. Each door knob is engraved with the county seal. Also, the courthouse is a source of information recorded in the County's official newspaper. Publications of the newspaper are on file in the Auditors office 1924 to present.
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COUNTY FAIR - The annual county fair is held in Mohall, North Dakota. You can call the County Courthouse for more information.

NORTH CENTRAL SEED SHOW & AG EXPO Is held in February each year.

FATHER'S DAY PICNIC Held each year at the Mouse River Park on Father's Day.
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