As the snowmobile riding season draws near, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds riders of important dates, safety tips and registration requirements. The current lack of snow cover means that Minnesota’s snowmobile trails will not be usable by the official opening date of Dec. 1. Several conditions must be met before trails are open, groomed and ready for … [Read more...] about Minnesota DNR shares reminders about the upcoming snowmobile riding season
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Morrison County Seeking Answers: Terrence (Terry) Brisk Homicide
The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office continues to seek answers in the homicide of Terrence (Terry) Brisk who was murdered while hunting on his parent’s property on November 7, 2016. The Sheriff’s Office, along with the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) work collaboratively to find the person/persons responsible for Terry’s murder and bring them to justice. The Sheriff’s … [Read more...] about Morrison County Seeking Answers: Terrence (Terry) Brisk Homicide
Crash with Injuries near Holdingford
On November 2, 2023, at 12:10 p.m., the Stearns County Emergency Communications Center received a call regarding a crash with injuries on County Road 3 near River Street, east of the city of Holdingford. It was reported that a truck veered into the ditch and rolled. Upon arrival, deputies located a 2010 Toyota Tundra resting on the driver’s side in the ditch. The driver, … [Read more...] about Crash with Injuries near Holdingford
A successful hunting season depends on safety
With a half-million hunters set to converge on the state’s fields and woods for Saturday’s firearms deer opener, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters to make safety their top priority. When hunters prepare and take the proper precautions, hunting is a safe activity that creates lifelong memories. Four primary ways for hunters to ensure a safe hunt … [Read more...] about A successful hunting season depends on safety
Signal crayfish confirmed in Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of signal crayfish, an invasive non-native species, in Lake Winona, adjacent to Alexandria in Douglas County. This is the first confirmation of signal crayfish in Minnesota waters. A commercial harvester contacted the DNR after trapping two signal crayfish in Lake Winona. Since the first catch, the … [Read more...] about Signal crayfish confirmed in Minnesota