The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Enforcement Division recently recognized nine conservation officers for their lifesaving efforts in the past few months. The COs receiving lifesaving awards are: Matt Brodin, Brainerd area Levi Brown, Staples area Nick Bruesewitz, Karlstad area Emily Douvier, Morris area Coby Fontes, Warroad area Jake Homan, Alexandria … [Read more...] about Minnesota DNR recognizes 9 conservation officers for lifesaving efforts
Hometown News January 1, 2026
Joan Bernice Breth
Joan Bernice Breth, née Loecken, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2025 at home, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and quiet strength. She was a devoted family member, a loyal friend, and a steady presence in the lives of all who knew her. She is survived by her husband Thomas Breth, son Russel Eiynk (Blake Turner), son Matt Breth (Audra Keener), … [Read more...] about Joan Bernice Breth
Marilyn Jean Lund
Marilyn Jean (Winje) Lund, age 92, of Fridley, passed away December 20, 2025, in Fridley, MN. A devoted wife who is now at peace with her husband who passed May 2025. They are together again in heaven. Preceded in death by husband of 69 years, Richard “Dick” Lund; grandchildren, Joseph Mark Ervasti and Ryanne Aileen Lund; parents, Herb and Ida; siblings, twin sister Marguerite … [Read more...] about Marilyn Jean Lund
John Jeffery Dinkel
Jeff Dinkel, 76 year old of Long Prairie, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Friday, December 26, 2025, at the Quiet Oaks Hospice House. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at St. Mary’s of Mount Carmel catholic Church in Long Prairie at 11:00 AM. Visitation will be at the church one hour prior to the mass. Burial will take … [Read more...] about John Jeffery Dinkel





