Local Interest

On April 20, 2025, at 6:50 a.m., the Stearns County Emergency Communications Center received a call of a building fire at the address of 32526 County Road 169 in Melrose Township. Upon arrival deputies learned that the resident, James Ronald Mueller, 53, had shut down and parked a skid steer in the cattle barn the previous night at approximately 9:30 p.m. Mueller reported … [Read more...] about Melrose Township Fire

High School seniors throughout Stearns County are continuing the practice of the “Senior Assassin” game. This may also be referred to as Nerf wars. This game involves students “stalking” and “shooting” each other with water guns or Nerf guns in an attempt to be the last senior standing. It is basically “Hide and Seek” with water guns or Nerf guns. The game involves hiding … [Read more...] about Public Service Announcement

Statewide Tornado Drill Day is Thursday, April 10th The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Management wants to remind everyone that Severe Weather Awareness Week is April 7-11th. On Thursday, April 10th, we will be participating in the Statewide Tornado Drills with sirens being activated at 1:45 PM and 6:45 PM. Outdoor warning sirens will sound in a simulated tornado … [Read more...] about Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week April 7-11, 2025

Crews to expand westbound in 2025 ST. CLOUD, Minn. – Travelers should plan for roadwork and delays on Interstate 94 between Albertville and Monticello as the second of the three-year I-94 Gap project begins Tuesday, April 8, reports the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Temporary lane widening and crossovers were completed in 2024. This year, MnDOT will expand … [Read more...] about Construction resumes: Interstate 94 Gap project—Albertville to Monticello

Ice conditions across the state are changing rapidly following rain, warm weather, and wind, and anyone who plans to head out must prioritize their safety, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. In some areas in the southern half of the state, the ice-to-open water transition occurred within a matter of days and boats already are starting to appear on the … [Read more...] about With ice conditions changing rapidly, Minnesota DNR urges extreme caution