Nazarian granted bail and Conditional Release

It was not unanimous but the Morris City Council had enough votes to pass a resolution approving a contract with Stevens County for Law Enforcement services. Once the same contract is approved by the Stevens County Commissioners, the City of Morris will officially no longer have a police department. Four of the five council members voted to approve the contract at their meeting on August 9, with Councilman Kevin Wohlers voting against it.

The fair is over and for most of us, this winds up our yearly fair experience. Some may attend the state fair and get just a little more of their favorite foods, rides and shows. But for most of us we can just relax and wait for next year. However,...

It may be the kaleidoscope music that draws you in or even the twinkling lights that glow both day and night. But most likely it is the thrill of spinning round and round or up and down that makes people fall in love with the carnival. Music, lights and thrills are all part of the carnival but if you look behind the scenes you will find a lot more.

The Morris Junior Legion baseball team finished 1-2 at the Minnesota Division II Junior Legion State Baseball Tournament this past Thursday and Friday, Aug. 4 and 5, in Ely. Morris closed out the year 15-10 overall, two wins better than their 2021 season of 13-9. The 2022 season was their second state appearance in five years as the team punched the ticket back in 2019 as well.