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Morrison County Humane Society continues lifesaving work despite challenges
The dedicated staff and volunteers at the Morrison County Humane Society (MCHS) are committed to caring for homeless and abandoned animals in the county every day, despite facing significant obstacles. Representatives from MCHS provided the Morrison County Board of Commissioners with a detailed update on their operations and long-term plans at its Tuesday, May 7 meeting. MCHS Board President Paul Mickelson was joined by board members Dave Glaze and Bruce Krych to discuss both the challenges faced by the shelter and their efforts to enhance...
Guenther, Hare charged with possession
Devin James Guenther, 25, Minneapolis, was charged in Morrison County District Court with one felony count of first-degree possession of a controlled substance and one felony count of second-degree possession of a controlled substance. Aaron Scott Hare, 25, Maple Grove, was charged in Morrison County District Court with one felony count of possessing ammunition and a firearm as a convict of a crime of violence, one felony count of fifth-degree possession of a controlled substance, one gross misdemeanor count of DWI and one misdemeanor count...
La Tapatia Mexican Market: Authentic flavors
La Tapatia Mexican Market first opened its doors earlier this year in Little Falls, thanks to the hard work and dedication of its manager and current sole employee, Mayra Flores. Flores saw an unmet need in the community for authentic Mexican ingredients and took a chance opening the market to meet that demand. Even though Latinos make up a relatively small percentage of Little Falls’ population, Flores believed lovers of Mexican cuisine, both Latino and otherwise, would appreciate a local source for staples like dried...
Stately convicted on threats of violence charge
Dylan Wesley Stately, 31, Little Falls, was sentenced in Morrison County District Court to 38 days in local confinement and five years of supervised probation and fined $100 for one felony count of threats of violence. If Stately breaks the conditions of his supervised probation, which include no contact with the victim, no possession of alcohol or drugs and submitting to random testing, he faces up to 21 months in a correctional facility. ...
Royalton City Council News
Below are summaries of actions from the Tuesday, May 7, 2024, meeting of the Royalton City Council. They were compiled by Sheila McCoy. Police Department The Royalton City Council was informed by Police Chief Jason McDonald that the Department responded to a total of 61 calls during the month of April. The Council approved the...
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...
Morrison County Man Killed in ATV-Truck Collision Near Upsala
Tragedy struck Morrison County when a collision between an ATV and a truck claimed the life of a local man. The Morrison County Sheriff's Office reported that on May 12, at around 1:21 pm, they were alerted to a fatal accident at the crossroad of 30th Street and 60th Avenue, near Upsala, MN.
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