On December 25, 2020 at 9:39 p.m., Stearns County Sheriff’s deputies responded to 24634 County Road 17 in Krain Township for a building fire. A shed on the south side of the property was on fire. The Freeport Fire Department responded to the call and extinguished the fire. The Albany and Melrose Ambulance service also assisted at the scene. The eastern portion of the 30 X 60 shed was heavily damaged. Inside the shed was a wood furnace that heated the residence. It is believed the fire was ignited by or near the wood furnace. A 1980’s John Deere Tractor and miscellaneous tools were inside the shed and damaged. The property is owned by Leo and Bernadine Ettle of Freeport.
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