On June 6, 2021 at approximately 4:43 am, the Stearns County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call of a residence on fire at the address of 30081 County Road 13 in Lake George Township. This is approximately a ½ mile to the west of the city of Elrosa. The caller reported the entire side of the house was on fire. Stearns County Deputies arrived on scene and the house was fully … [Read more...] about Structure Fire: Lake George Township
High-to-extreme fire danger across northern Minnesota this weekend
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) cautions residents and visitors in northern Minnesota to be aware of elevated fire conditions through the weekend. An unintentional spark from a campfire or other outdoor activity in the hot, gusty and abnormally dry conditions could ignite a wildfire. William Glesener, DNR wildfire operations supervisor, says that despite … [Read more...] about High-to-extreme fire danger across northern Minnesota this weekend
Lane shifts begin June 7 on Interstate 94 Monticello to Hasty
Crews reconstruct westbound through October ST. CLOUD, Minn. – Those who travel on Interstate 94 between Highway 25 in Monticello and Wright County Road 8 in Hasty will start to see some changes June 7, as both westbound lanes shift to the eastbound side of I-94. The lane shifts will take several days to complete and will be in place through October, as crews reconstruct and … [Read more...] about Lane shifts begin June 7 on Interstate 94 Monticello to Hasty
Hometown News June 3, 2021
Ervin Francis Zierden
Ervin F. Zierden, age 82 of Albany, passed away May 25, 2021 at Mother of Mercy Nursing Home, Albany, MN. Christian burial funeral services were held at Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Albany on Saturday, May 29, 2021. Burial was at the parish cemetery. Ervin Francis Zierden was born October 20, 1938 in New Munich to Aloysius and Emma (Ertl) Zierden. He was united in marriage … [Read more...] about Ervin Francis Zierden