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Softball Recaps May 3-8
Below are summaries of local softball games between May . They were compiled by Sports Editor Nick Tabatt. Pierz win last three games with large deficits The Pierz Pioneers softball team travel to take on Mora Wednesday, May 8. after it was rescheduled from Tuesday, May 7. The Pioneers won the game 13-0. Britney Schommer...
Baseball Recaps May 3-7
Below are summaries of local baseball games between May 3 and May 7, compiled by Sports Editor Nick Tabatt. Flyers lose two games on the road The Little Falls Flyers baseball team struggled on the road in the last two games. They fell to Albany 8-1 Tuesday, May 7. Carter Oothoudt threw one strikeout on the mound and allowed two hits. Carter Gwost earned the team’s only run. ...
Golf Recaps May 2-7
Below are summaries of local golf meets between May 2 and May 7, compiled by Sports Editor Nick Tabatt. Flyers boys take sixth at Deacon’s Lodge and third in Milaca The Little Falls Flyers boys golf team took sixth at Deacon’s Lodge in Breezy Point Tuesday, May 7. Ryan Oothoudt led the team, tying for seventh place and shooting a 76. Luke Avery followed ninth with a 77. ...
Track and Field Recaps May 3-7
Below are summaries of local track and Field meets between May 3 and May 7,compiled by Sports Editor Nick Tabatt. Pioneers on a role in last two meets The Pierz Pioneers track and field had great performances at the Section 7A True Team Meet in Crosby Tuesday, May 7. The girls team placed first with a score of 580 and are on their way to True Team State Saturday, May...
Flyers softball team beats Pequot Lakes in double header during six-game week
The Little Falls Flyers softball team had a busy six-game week, including winning a double header against Pequot Lakes Friday, May 3. The Flyers did well on defense, exexuting three double plays between the two games. The Flyers won the first game 4-1 and the second game 9-4. The Flyers fell to Albany 13-4 at home Monday, May 6. They also lost to Alexandria 16-7 and to Hutchinson 10-8 in a Triangular contest Saturday, May 4. Individual results were not made to the Record by...
Pioneers upset Pequot Lakes at home
It was Pioneer domination at the Pierz Legion Ball Park as the Pierz Pioneers baseball team shut out the conference opponent Pequot Lakes 5-0, Tuesday, May 6. The team ending the game on a no hitter from Brayden Haberman. The Pioneers earned the first two runs at the bottom of the first inning, with a run scored by Joey Stuckmayer and Chase Becker. At the bottom of the second Reese Young hit a ball, almost going over the wall, but ended up being a triple...
Upsala High School names top five honor students of Class of 2024
The top 5 honor graduates for 2024 at Upsala High School are: Bryce Binek of Upsala, is the son of Brad Binek and Rebecca Binek. During high school, he has participated in Varsity Baseball, Varsity Football, Varsity Wrestling, and the M & M Mentoring Program. Binek will attend Concordia College, Moorhead. He has committed to their Cobber Baseball team and plans to obtain a degree in Biology, eventually becoming an Orthopedic Physician’s Assistant. Bryce receives the honor of Upsala Class of 2024 Valedictorian. He graduates...
Surgical director reminisces of 40 years in the nursing field
Having been a surgical nurse since 1984, Brenda McIntyre, surgical director at CHI St. Gabriel’s Hospital in Little Falls, has seen a few things. A lot has changed over the years, too, she said. Reminiscing, McIntyre said it was her own experience with nurses after she became very ill at the age of 14. “I became septic after an appendectomy, so I spent over a month in the hospital. I...
Morrison County District Court misdemeanor sentences
The following people charged with a gross misdemeanor or misdemeanor in Morrison County District Court have recently been sentenced: Gross misdemeanors: • Amanda Renee Allen, 43, Avon (offense: 9/18/23) — Second-degree DWI, fined $565 and sentenced to six days in jail, 24 days on alcohol-sensitive electronic home monitoring and supervised probation for two years. •...
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: • Thomas Jon Rudkin, 62, Little Falls — In connection with an April 24 incident, Rudkin was charged with one count of driving after cancellation. • Donna Kay Pomerleau, 64, Little Falls — In connection with an April 19 incident, Pomerleau was charged with one count of driving after cancellation. • Amber Justine Anderson, 33, Randall — In connection with an April 20 incident, Anderson was charged with two counts of third-degree DWI.
Morrison County District Court felony charges filed
Morrison County Attorney Brian Middendorf and his staff have filed felony complaints against the following individuals: • Dustin Elijah Mattson, 42, Arden Hills — In connection with an April 20 incident, Mattson was charged with one count of violating a Domestic Abuse No Contact order and one count of violating a restraining order. • Rose Marie Smith, 38, Motley — In connection with an April 19 incident, Smith was charged with one count of being a fugitive from justice from another state.
Oklahoma woman charged with check forgery
Lindsey Jo Rick, 41, Tulsa, Okla., was charged in Morrison County District Court with one felony count of check forgery and one gross misdemeanor count of giving a peace officer a false name. The charges stem from an April 24 incident, when the Morrison County Sheriff’s Office received a report of fraud and identity theft at the Unity Bank located on Highway 27 in Morrison County. A deputy responded to the report and spoke with bank employees. Bank employees reported that a female subject drove...
Minneapolis man charged with fentanyl sales
Alexander Brent Finney, 29, Minneapolis, was charged in Morrison County District Court with one felony count of second-degree sale of a controlled substance and one felony count of possessing ammunition and a firearm as a convict of a crime of violence. The charges stem from a Feb. 21, 2023 incident, when a trooper of the Minnesota State Patrol received a report from the West Central Drug and Violent Crime Task Force that suspects were bringing a quantity of fentanyl north on Highway 10 through Morrison...
Ironside Fitness owner, bodybuilder Robin van Lamoen wins second place at NPC Fox Cities Showdown
One would expect the owner of a gym to be physically fit, but Ironside Fitness owner Robin van Lamoen has gone above and beyond, training relentlessly to hone his body’s muscles in preparation for the Saturday, March 30 NPC Fox City Showdown bodybuilding competition. These efforts paid off, with van Lamoen walking away with second place at the competition, qualifying him to advance to the nationals. Although van Lamoen has been practicing bodybuilding for the past seven years, it’s only been recently that he has...
Morrison County says farewell to three dedicated Health and Human Services staff members
The Morrison County Government Center bid farewell to three long-serving employees at the Board of Commissioners planning session on Tuesday, April 30. Health and Human Services (HHS) Child Support Officer Trina Ebinger, HHS Eligibility Worker Jodi Wetzel and HHS Eligibility Worker Bonita Strassburg were recognized for nearly a century of combined service to the county. Ebinger worked for the county from 1995 to 2024, a total of 28 years. Both Wetzel and Strassburg worked for the county from 1988 to 2024, a total of 35...
Anaerobic digester ordinance proposal gets thorough scrutiny
The Morrison County Board of Commissioners engaged in an hour of discussion around potentially allowing anaerobic digesters at its Tuesday, April 30 planning session. The proposal sparked robust debate as commissioners weighed its opportunities and challenges. Anaerobic digesters convert biodegradable material like manure into biogas through decomposition in an oxygen-free environment. The current Morrison County land use ordinance does not have anything in it about anaerobic digesters. Because an upcoming land use ordinance amendment hearing is taking place Tuesday, May 14, the Board considered what...
Franciscan Sisters honored as Chamber’s Large Business of the Year
The Little Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism held its annual meeting on Thursday, May 2 at The Falls Ballroom to recognize local businesses and individuals within the city. This year’s theme was “A Night in Vegas” and attendees were encouraged to dress to the nines in glitz and glam. The meeting provided an opportunity for chamber members to network, learn about the chamber’s activities over the past year and find out about strategic priorities for the upcoming year. Purva Watten, president and CEO...
Property values in Morrison County remain stable
County Assessor Jean Popp discussed the 2024 property and land value assessment map for Morrison County. As county assessor, Popp is responsible for ensuring all department policies and Minnesota state statutes related to property taxes are followed. This includes estimating property values for tax purposes and bringing assessments in line with Department of Revenue guidelines. Although the map shows the average percentage increase of property and land value, Popp said there is no true “average” increase. The map provides a general overview, with some properties...
Brenda’s Seasonal Specialties: ‘Small Business of the Year’
Being named “Small Business of the Year” by the Little Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism means tremendously to those working at Brenda’s Seasonal Specialties in Little Falls. Nevertheless, said Owner Brenda Vaverek, it was also a complete shock. “There are so many different businesses that do similar to what we do,” she said. Brenda’s Seasonal Specialties’ main focus is embroidery and vinyl printing and employs five people. What...
Golf Recaps April 25-May 1
Below are summaries of golf meets Between April 25-May 1, compiled by Sports Editor Nick Tabatt. Pioneers boys take eighth in Mora The Pierz Pioneers boys golf team finished in eighth place at a conference meet in Milaca Thursday, April 25. Nathan Cekalla took 16th place with a score of 83. Ty Liedenfrost finished in 39th with 96. Jack Prokott followed in 40th place (97), Caden Knutson in 41st (98)Beau...
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