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January 3, 2025

Two Fall Through Ice on Lac qui Parle Lake

A utility vehicle broke through the ice on Lac qui Parle Lake sending two riders into the frigid water this morning (Friday). The Sheriff’s Office says at just after 7:30, they received a 911 call that the two had fallen through the ice and were placed in a vehicle at Boyd’s Landing to await EMS […]

January 3, 2025

Man Accused of Firing Gun in St. Cloud House

A St. Cloud man was arrested after allegedly firing a gun in a house on New Years Eve. At just before midnight, St. Cloud Police were called to a home in the 2200 Block of Clearwater Road following reports of a man with a gun, possibly shooting inside the residence. On arrival, authorities found multiple […]

January 3, 2025

Department of Health Reports 6 More Flu-Related Deaths

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) — The latest data from the Minnesota Department of Health show there were six flu-related deaths the last week in December. MDH Epidemiologist Melissa McMahon says the flu season definitely has arrived after a fairly slow start. She says they see a lot of activity pick up during and after the […]

January 3, 2025

Ice Castles MN Opens on State Fairgrounds

(Learfield News/Falcon Heights, MN) — Despite fluctuating temperatures, Ice Castles Minnesota opens this weekend at the state fairgrounds. Gates open today (FRI) at 6 p.m. Ticket prices range from $12 to $24. Click here for more information.

January 2, 2025

Federal Approval Given to Extend Operations at Monticello Nuclear Plant

Xcel Energy’s Monticello nuclear plant has received federal approval to extend operations an additional 20 years. The federal approval allows the plant to operate an additional 20 years, through 2050, provided the plant’s extended operation is also approved by state regulators. According to a press release, Monticello’s continued operation will ensure that nuclear energy plays […]

January 2, 2025

Flu Activity Increasing in Minnesota

(St. Paul, MN) — Flu activity appears to be on the rise in Minnesota. The state Department of Health reported the first three influenza-related deaths of the season in December. There were ten flu outbreaks in Minnesota schools the week before the holiday break. One-hundred-67 patients were hospitalized with influenza in the state for a […]

January 2, 2025

Authorities Investigate Death of Farmer in Nicollet County

(Learfield News/Lafayette Township, MN) — Authorities in Nicollet County are investigating the death of an 85-year-old man on a farm in rural New Ulm. The sheriff’s office received a report Tuesday night that John Huelskamp was working with his cattle and had not been seen for a long time. Deputies and other agencies unsuccessfully searched […]

January 1, 2025

WINNING MINNESOTA MILLIONAIRE RAFFLE TICKET SOLD IN TRACY

There could be two new millionaires in Minnesota after the numbers were released this (Wednesday) morning in the Minnesota Millionaire Raffle. One ticket was sold at Casey’s General Store in Tracy. The other was sold at a store in Nowthen in Anoka County. The numbers of the two grand prize tickets are 504777 and 605212. […]

December 31, 2024

Missing Hunter in Renville Co Found Safe

A hunter that was reported missing Monday evening in Renville County was found safe about an hour later after a search was initiated. The Sheriff’s Office says at about 5:50pm, they received a report that 70-year-old James Knutson and his dog had not returned home from pheasant hunting southeast of Sacred Heart. After his vehicle […]

December 31, 2024

Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Willmar Closing

Officials with Habitat for Humanity of West Central Minnesota have announced the ReStore north of Willmar will be closing. The store on Highway 71 was a place where people could bring household items and construction materials to be resold and reused with proceeds used for the Habitat’s mission of building homes for families in need. […]