Lorraine K. Schmidt, age 86 of Sauk Centre, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at the Cura Care Center in Sauk Centre, Minnesota. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, February 19 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Kevin Soenneker officiating. A private interment will be in the Minnesota … [Read more...] about Lorraine K. Schmidt
Building Fire: Holdingford Feed Mill
On February 15, 2026, at approximately 7:40 PM, the Stearns County Emergency Communications Center received several calls of a fire at the Holdingford Feed Mill located at 130 Plymouth Street in the City of Holdingford. The callers stated they could see flames and hear explosions coming from the feed mill. When deputies arrived on scene, they confirmed that there was a fire and … [Read more...] about Building Fire: Holdingford Feed Mill
Upsala City • February 2, 2026
Call to Order/Attendance: The City Council meeting was called to order at Upsala City Hall by Mayor Pro Tem Wendy Rene at 7:00 P.M. The pledge of allegiance was said. On roll call members present: Council Members Wendy Rene, Logan Vieth, and Alan Gunderson. Absent: Joan Olson. Staff present: City Clerk-Treasurer Jane Popp & Public Works Director-Mike Tschida. Minutes: … [Read more...] about Upsala City • February 2, 2026
Hometown News February 12, 2026
Juleen M. Scegura
Juleen Marie (Harren) Scegura, age 69, of Holdingford, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, February 6 in the warmth of her own home, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She faced her illness with strength, grace, and unwavering faith. Her final moments reflected the same love, gentleness and resilience that defined her entire life. A … [Read more...] about Juleen M. Scegura





