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ATV rider injured when ejected north of Hillman
A Woodbury resident was injured June 30 after being ejected from an ATV north of Hillman near Platte Lake. At about 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 30, the Morrison County Sheriff's Office responded to the crash scene on South Platte Lake Drive, approximately 10 miles north of Hillman in Richardson Township. Madison Nystel, 19 of Woodbury, was driving the ATV and lost control of the vehicle on a dirt road...
Woman injured in crash south of Randall
A Richmond woman was I injured June 30 in a one-vehicle crash near Randall.At about 5 p.m. on June 30, The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office responded to the crash on Dove Road near 70th Avenue. The scene was in Parker Township, about three miles south of Randall.Barbara Mueller, 62 of of Richmond, was driving south on Dove Road when she lost control of her vehicle and went off the road, forcing her vehicle to roll. Mueller suffered unknown injuries and was transported to St. Gabriel’s Hospital in Little Falls by Mayo Clinic Ambulance.The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by Randall Fire and Rescue and Mayo Clinic Ambulance.
Morrison County District Court felony disposition
The following person charged with a felony in Morrison County District Court has recently been sentenced: • Angelina Christine Steele, 23, Buffalo (offense: 1/31/24) — Fifth-degree possession of a controlled substance, fined $200 and sentenced to 133 days in jail and supervised probation for five years.
Morrison County District Court misdemeanor sentence
The following person charged with a misdemeanor in Morrison County District Court has recently been sentenced: Misdemeanor: • Jakob Allan Brink, 21, Little Falls (offense: 5/19/24) — Failure to notify owner of property damage, fined $385 and sentenced to probation to the court for one year.
First-degree possession charges dropped for Strong, Sumner, Goodman
Felony charges of first-degree possession of a controlled substance were dismissed against Patrick Burton Strong, 28, Bemidji, Leticia Jean Sumner, 24, Red Lake, and Danielle Diane Goodman, 26, Bemidji, in Morrison County District Court. The charges stemmed from an April 1 incident. The charges were dismissed because they were indicted in federal court for the same offense, according to County Attorney Brian Middendorf.
Morrison County District Court gross misdemeanor charges filed
Morrison County Attorney Brian Middendorf and his staff have filed gross misdemeanor complaints against the following individuals: • Joshua Alexander Moon, 40, Pillager — In connection with a June 22 incident, Moon was charged with two counts of third-degree DWI. • Lisa Marie Burnett, 38, Royalton — In connection with a June 21 incident, Burnett was charged with two counts of second-degree DWI. • Robert William Hauser, 57, Little Falls — In connection with a June 17 incident, Hauser was charged with one count of fourth-degree assault against a peace officer and one count of interfering with a peace officer.
Onamia man charged with third-degree burglary
Lucas Tyler Nickaboine, 33, Onamia, was charged in Morrison County District Court with one felony count of third-degree burglary. The charge stems from a March 16 incident, when the Morrison County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a burglary of a shed on a property located on 400th Avenue in Morrison County. A deputy met with the property owners who reported that an unknown suspect broke into their shed on March 16. There are photographs from a game camera showing the suspect on the property...
Royalton man charged with felony assault
Troy John Hansen, 44, Royalton, was charged in Morrison County District Court with one felony count of assault. The charge stems from a June 10 incident, when an officer of the Royalton Police Department received a report of a domestic dispute occurring at a residence on West Centre Street located in Royalton. The officer was advised that a male and female were outside involved in a dispute, according to the report. ...
Bowlus man charged with second-degree burglary
Austin Dominic Lewerke, 29, Bowlus, was charged in Morrison County District Court with one felony count of second-degree burglary and one felony count of third-degree burglary. The charges stem from an Oct. 3, 2023 incident. In October 2023, the Morrison County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a burglary that occurred at Buffy’s Bar in the city of Upsala. The burglary reportedly occurred in the early morning hours of Oct. 3, 2023. A deputy arrived at the business to take the initial report, according to...
Pierz man charged with hit and run
Dominick Daniel Herold, 21, Pierz, was charged in Morrison County District Court with one felony count of criminal vehicular operation causing substantial bodily harm while under the influence of alcohol, one felony count of leaving the scene after causing the collision and one gross misdemeanor count of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. The charges stem from a June 8 incident, when a deputy of the Morrison County Sheriff’s Office received a report of an ATV rollover crash off Highway 27 in...
Morrison County Health and Human Services reflects on a year of growth, transition
At the Tuesday, May 21 Morrison County Board of Commissioners meeting, Health and Human Services (HHS) Director Nathan Bertram presented his annual report on the activities of the HHS department over the past year. It had been a busy period of growth and change for the organization as it worked to meet the evolving needs of Morrison County residents. Bertram began by praising the 107 dedicated HHS employees. He noted their extensive experience, with 950 combined years among the staff. Of these 107 employees, 29...
Pierz considers health insurance options for its City employees
The Pierz City Council met with Stacy Gray of Pro Resources during its Monday, June 24 workshop to discuss establishing a healthcare plan for City employees. Gray outlined several plan options from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota, including traditional medical plans as well as lower-premium Health Savings Account (HSA) plans. Council members asked questions to better understand how HSA plans work and their potential tax benefits for employees. Mayor John Perleberg expressed interest in offering an HSA option to help the city save on...
Barnyard beauties shine at Morrison County Fair animal dress-up contest
The annual animal dress-up contest was held Thursday, June 20 at the Morrison County Fair, sponsored by Little Falls Machine. Dozens of 4-H members showed off their creative costumes and charming companions to a packed crowd in the livestock show arena. Bernie Hoffman and Sheila Rudolph hosted the fun event as various contestants paraded their dressed-up goats, chickens and other barnyard friends. Contestants ranged in age from 5 to 13 years old and represented 4-H clubs from across the county. ...
Legislative update draws full house to voice concerns
A large crowd of local citizens packed the Board Room at the Morrison County Government Center building on the morning of Tuesday, June 25 for a legislative update session with area representatives. The turnout underscored the strong interest among residents in learning directly from their elected officials about the issues addressed during the recent legislative session in St. Paul. Minnesota State Senator Nathan Wesenberg and Representatives Mike Wiener, Isaac Schultz and Ron Kresha were on hand to discuss key bills and proposals from the session...
Lindbergh Lions donate AED outside Little Falls Library
By JEFFREY HAGE Morrison County Record “Where is the nearest Automated External Defibrillator?” Lindbergh Lions member Deb Retka says that’s a question everyone should know the answer to. If you live in Little Falls, the answer could very well be...
A year of American bliss for German exchange student
In the beginning of June, Julia Rücker returned home to Hannover, Germany. After a year of living with Neil and Angel Przybilla of Royalton while attending Royalton High School, the departure was bittersweet. While she looked forward to seeing her German family and friends, the reality, Julia said, is that one’s host family becomes family. Throughout the year, she’s also made many American friends whom she knew she’d miss seeing. ...
VFW baseball June 24-26
Below are summaries of local VFW baseball games between June 24 and June 26, compiled by Nick Tabatt. Little Falls beats Sauks Rapids; struggles against Cold Spring The Little Falls VFW baseball team played a double header against Sauk Rapids Wednesday, June 26. Little Falls won the first game 12-3. The hard hitters with a double were John Ahlin, Landon Lashinski and Ben Anderson. Prescott Prescott Romaine hit a triple. ...
Victory League June 19-23
Below are summaries of local Victory League Baseball games between June 19 and June 23, compiled Nick Tabatt. Rebels lose to Avon The Fort Ripley Rebels traveled to Avon, Sunday, June 23, losing 4-2. Adam Jensen and Bryce Flanagan each threw one strikeout mound. Bill Sather and Eli Roberts went 2-4 at the plate, both earning and RBI. The Rebels who scored two runs in the game were Alex Haapajoki...
Legion Baseball June 20-25
Below are summaries of local Legion baseball games between June 20 and June 25, compiled by Nick Tabatt. Little Falls struggles against Foley The Little Falls Legion baseball team fell to Foley on the road Monday, June 24, losing 11-6. Carter Gwost and Nick Sprang both went 2-4 at the plate, with Gwost hitting two doubles. Braxten Santella went 1-3, also hitting a double. Charlie Smieja pitched four innings, while...
Flyers trap team put up great numbers at State tournament
The Little Falls Flyers trap team achieved multiple accomplishments at the 2024 state tournament in Alexandria Monday, June 17. The JV team finished in fourth place and varsity came in 14th. Ten Flyers earned perfect scores of 25 in a round. This includes Baylor Backowski and Devyn Bollig, Jackson Moshier and Mitchell Statema. Those who scored 25 in two rounds were Landen Brausen, Marshall Kathrein and Lunday Nornberg. Some of...
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