FCI Sandstone: In the news

Every piece of coverage I've collected on FCI Sandstone, newest first. Local reporters catch things the BOP never announces, so this is often the closest thing to a public record the facility has. Links go to the original outlets.

2025

Feb 26, 2025 Sandstone prison welcomes new warden pinecountynews.com

2024

Apr 17, 2024 Sandstone warden focusing on diverse workforce pinecountynews.com

2023

Jul 8, 2023 Brooks: Project Teddy Bear is a thread of kindness from Sandstone federal prison to sick kids Star Tribune

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