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April 2, 2026

Motorcyclist Injured in Wright County Crash

A motorcyclist was injured in a crash in Wright County Wednesday afternoon northwest of Rockford. The State Patrol says 72-year-old Curtis Otterness of Elk River was taken to North Memorial for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. The Patrol says Otterness was traveling eastbound on Highway 55 and was turning north onto Eckert Avenue when he lost […]

April 2, 2026

Little Falls Pastor Charged with Sexual Abuse

(Learfield News/Little Falls, MN) – A Little Falls pastor is charged with sexually abusing a young child for years while living in Hutchinson. Thirty-three-year-old David Demenge faces multiple counts of first- and second-degree criminal sexual conduct. According to the criminal complaint, Hutchinson police were contacted in January by a witness who reported the alleged abuse […]

April 1, 2026

Minnesota Ties to Mission to Moon

(Learfield News/Undated) — As NASA prepares to send astronauts back toward the Moon tonight (Wednesday) for the first time in more than 50 years, Minnesota plays a key role in the mission. Critical electronics guiding the Orion spacecraft were developed by Honeywell at its Plymouth facility, where engineers design radiation-hardened technology built to withstand the […]

April 1, 2026

McLeod County Sheriff Announces Re-election Campaign

McLeod County, MN — McLeod County Sheriff Tim Langenfeld has formally announced his re-election campaign. In a statement, he says he’s seeking to continue his leadership and public safety initiatives in the upcoming November election. The remainder of the statement is below; Serving as your Sheriff has been one of the greatest honors of my […]

March 31, 2026

Senator Klobuchar Visits Bushmills Ethanol in Atwater

(KWLM/Learfield News/Atwater, MN) — U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar toured Bushmills Ethanol on Monday, highlighting the role of Minnesota-made biofuels in lowering gas prices and strengthening domestic energy production. Klobuchar says Bushmills officials are happy President Trump signed an executive order allowing 15% ethanol-blend gasoline to be sold nationwide over the coming summer but says it […]

March 31, 2026

FIRE DESTROYS HOME IN SACRED HEART

A Go Fund Me has been set up for a Sacred Heart man who lost his home in a fire last week.  Shaun Wiler and his 15-year-old daughter Grace weren’t hurt but their dog and cat died and all of their possessions were lost.  Family members say that Wiler plans to rebuild but insurance will […]

March 31, 2026

Minnesota Foodshare March Campaign Wrapping up in Minnesota

(Learfield News/Glencoe, MN) —  The largest grassroots food and fund drive in Minnesota is coming to a close. Carrie Opheim of the McLeod Food Shelf in Glencoe says, “The March campaign couldn’t come at a better time, and it’s a time that’s traditionally really low for donations for food shelves, which is what born the […]

March 31, 2026

MN DNR Confirms Three Chicks in EagleCam Nest

(Learfield News/Undated) – The Minnesota DNR is confirming there are now three bald eagle chicks in the nest near the EagleCam (click here). Officials say bald eagles lay a maximum of three eggs per clutch, so additional chicks are not expected this spring. Researchers thanked the many EagleCam viewers for helping spot the three eagles […]

March 31, 2026

Wright County Deputy Announces Run for Sheriff

Wright County, MN — Wright County Deputy Rob Mossman has announced his candidacy for Wright County Sheriff. In a statement, Mossman says he brings more than 22 years of law enforcement experience and a campaign focused on safe communities, responsible spending, and strengthening trust between law enforcement and residents. Mossman, a Wright County resident since 1992, […]

March 30, 2026

Carver County Deputy Clocks Driver at 110mph

On Saturday morning, a Carver County Deputy initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling 110 MPH in a 65 MPH zone on Highway 212 at Pioneer Trail in Chaska. The driver displayed signs of impairment and was arrested for DWI, ultimately registering a blood alcohol level of .11. The Sheriff’s Office say the incident […]
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