Local Interest

Getting tested for COVID-19, even if you do not have symptoms, is critical to curbing the spread of the virus and making sure that the only thing you bring to holiday celebrations is good cheer. To protect your friends and loved ones, make a plan to get tested with enough time to receive your results prior to gathering. If you test positive, stay home. How to find COVID-19 … [Read more...] about Spread holiday cheer – not COVID – at winter gatherings.

While recent snow in parts of Minnesota has many snowmobile enthusiasts excited to take their first ride of the season, most of the state’s trails are not yet groomed and ready to ride, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Riders can expect to find uneven conditions and should check local trail reports before venturing out. Minnesota’s snowmobile … [Read more...] about Statewide snowmobile season here, but most trails not groomed yet

Anglers in some parts of Minnesota have been venturing onto the ice for several weeks, while water remains open in other parts of the state. So far in December, weather in the state—which has included rain, snow and fluctuating temperatures—has affected ice-making and impacted ice that’s already formed. As a result, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources stresses the … [Read more...] about DNR cautions about uneven conditions as ice season gets underway

On December 16, 2021, at approximately 11:01 p.m., Stearns County Sheriff Deputies were dispatched to the area of 43610 125th Avenue in Brockway Township for a rollover crash with possible injuries. Upon arrival deputies found the driver, Emmalee Hollermann, 16, of Burtrum, with passengers, Anthony Martin, 17, St. Joseph, and Aaron Gonzales, 16, Sauk Centre, outside of an … [Read more...] about Rollover Crash

Commander Jay Salzer advised that on 12/16/2021, the Central Minnesota Violent Offender Task Force (CMVOTF) executed a search warrant in the 10000 of 115th St. Ne Gilman Mn, in Benton County. Investigators learned that the occupants of the residence were suspected of selling methamphetamine. After a several month long investigation, Investigators applied for a search … [Read more...] about Central Minnesota Violent Offender Task Force