Hometown News Issues
Obituaries
Shirley A. Hiltner
Shirley A. Hiltner, age 81 of Melrose, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on Friday, January…
Jeffrey J. Tschida
Jeffrey J. “Jeff” Tschida, age 69 of Sauk Centre, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Tuesday, December…
Minnesota DNR recognizes 9 conservation officers for lifesaving efforts
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Enforcement Division recently recognized nine conservation officers for their lifesaving efforts in the…
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Joan Bernice Breth
Joan Bernice Breth, née Loecken, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2025 at home, leaving behind a legacy…
Marilyn Jean Lund
Marilyn Jean (Winje) Lund, age 92, of Fridley, passed away December 20, 2025, in Fridley, MN. A devoted wife…
John Jeffery Dinkel
Jeff Dinkel, 76 year old of Long Prairie, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Friday, December 26,…
Ruth Ann Powell
Ruth Ann Powell, 57 year old resident of Swanville, MN passed away Monday, December 22, 2025 at the St.…
Charles H. Klaphake
Charles H. “Chopper” Klaphake, age 65 of Sauk Centre, passed away unexpectedly from natural causes on Friday, December 26,…
Local Interest
Minnesota DNR recognizes 9 conservation officers for lifesaving efforts
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Enforcement Division recently recognized nine conservation officers for their lifesaving efforts in the past…
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Two-Vehicle Crash Near St. Rosa
On December 25, 2025, at approximately 4:57 PM, the Stearns County Emergency Communications Center received multiple 911 calls regarding a…
Stearns County Lights County Buildings Green in Support of Veterans
Stearns County buildings have been illuminated green as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide effort by counties,…
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Building Fire in Holding Township
On Sunday, November 9, 2025, at approximately 10:44 a.m., the Stearns County Emergency Communications Center received a call of a…















