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Minnesota’s ‘Killer Grandma’ Says She’s Not a Monster
6 years ago, a woman from Blooming Prairie, Minnesota went on the run after killing her husband. Her story was all over the national news and after nearly a month and more crimes she was finally arrested. Her name is Lois Riess, she is now spending life in prison for...
Steele County to amend ordinance for dangerous dogs outside city limits
Steele County is reviewing its dangerous dog and potentially dangerous dog ordinance, eyeing changes that would set clearer penalties for owners of violent animals. Speaking to the Board of Commissioners at their most recent meeting, Administrator Renae Fry said the current ordinance, ironically enough, lacked "teeth," and the Sheriff's Department has requested an amended ordinance that could give its officers better guidance. The proposed ordinance primarily addresses unincorporated areas of...
Former Minnesota State Trooper booked into jail on manslaughter charges
A former Minnesota State Trooper was booked into jail Monday on manslaughter charges. 32-year-old Shane Roper is accused of causing the death of 18-year-old Olivia Flores of Owatonna while trying to pull someone over for a traffic violation.
Where do the candidates stand: Steele County Board of Commissioners
There are two contested and one uncontested races this year for the Steele County Board of Commissioners Commissioner Rick Gnemi is being challenged by Josh Prokopec to represent District 3, while Commissioner Greg Krueger is being challenged by Scott Prestegard to represent District 5. Commissioner Jim Abbe is running unopposed to continue representing District 4. All three of the districts up for election this year represent the city of Owatonna. ...
Community making strides to reopen Owatonna's Hospice House
As vibrant leaves fluttered in the warm autumn breeze, the vacant building on top of the hill behind the hospital came alive Tuesday, bursting from the seams with the spirit of community and compassion. Outside the building, Allan and Randee Radel smiled as they remembered the days they relied on the Homestead Hospice House to care for Randee’s mother, Kaye Mahlman, during the final days of her life. “It was...
Faribault family finds hope, community after daughter's rare diagnosis
Winding up Chris Delesha’s arm is a tattoo of a chemical structure — meaningless to most, but one that changed his family’s life forever. The tattoo depicts the amino acid tyrosine, which is unable to be metabolized by his 6-year-old daughter, Vivian Delesha, who turns 7 on Oct. 26. Vivian is one of three people in the state of Minnesota diagnosed with the rare genetic disorder tyrosinemia type 1, which affects only about 175-200 people in the United States. ...
Flood caused over $9M in damage to structures in Rice County
The historic floods that hit southern Minnesota over the summer damaged or destroyed 212 buildings in Rice County, including 186 homestead properties. The 212 buildings were valued at $39,518,600 before the flood, and $30,430,500 after the flood. That comes out to a total loss of $9,088,100 in property value in Rice County, specifically pertaining to structures. The numbers come from Rice County Assessor Josh Schoen, who asked for two resolutions...
Steele County's future under the spotlight during commissioner candidate forum
Editor’s Note: This is just a sampling of the questions asked during the candidate forum. Visit OwatonnaLive.com to watch the full forum. How to support the community well into the future was at the top of every candidates’ mind Monday, as four of the five candidates for Steele County Board of Commissioners gathered for a candidate forum. Hosted by the People’s Press, Owatonna Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism and...
Waseca to benefit from Mayo's local ER upgrade
At a time when much of Greater Minnesota is struggling to maintain access to critically important health care services, Waseca is set to benefit for years to come from a historic investment by one of the world’s most prestigious health care institutions. Mayo Clinic recently announced that it has completed $4.2 million in upgrades, expansions and renovations to its Emergency Department in Waseca, funded in part by a generous donation from Paul and the late Susan Rosenau, Waseca residents who won the Powerball in 2008. ...
SCHS, LTO to present chilling double feature of Halloween events
For one night only, ghosts and ghouls will come out to play in the Village of Yesteryear. The ordinarily picturesque and inviting location will take on a decidedly different hue Oct. 26 for Flashlight Fright Night, an evening of scary stories and educational — though somewhat creepy — experiences presented by the Steele County Historical Society and Little Theatre of Owatonna. The event, which is free and open to the...
The Nest receives donations from the community
The Nest is a free clothing "store" started by students for students in 2019 via the Falcon Project. Today, it continues to be a student-run, student-benefitting initiative. It recently got many donations from the community. The United Methodist Church donated 60 backpacks, pens, highlighters, feminine products, folders and more. Pat Johnson donated one bag and a box of scrunchies. The Mayo Clinic Health System donated various school supplies collected through the Mayo Clinic (estimated value of approximately $500). The Salvation Army donated school supplies and...
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