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Morrison County Sets Ambitious Meeting Agenda, Highlighting Housing and Emergency Services in Little Falls and Region
Morrison County officials are gearing up for a packed week of meetings spanning various key issues, from housing to emergency services, as laid out in a recent public notice outlining their schedule from April 21 to April 27, 2024. Kicking off the week, the Morrison County Board of Commissioners will meet on April 23 at 9:00 am in the County Board Room, located in the Government Center in Little Falls, MN, details of which are available on their website for those interested in joining virtually via the TEAMS platform.
Randall City Council Briefs
On Wednesday, April 10, the Randall City Council: • Approved a $2,100 donation request for music to be performed July 6; • Accepted a donation of $5,000 for the Randall Cubs Baseball Team, a donation of $1,000 for the Randall food pantry, both from the Randall VFW, and a donation of $1,000 for the planting of trees in Veterans Park from a local anonymous family; ...
Pierz, MN Psychologist Frank Weber Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
The Minnesota Psychological Association has awarded Frank Weber of Pierz, Minnesota the Susan T. Rydell Lifetime Achievement Award for Outstanding Contribution to Psychology. Weber has dedicated his life to psychology. He began teaching college psychology courses at 25 years old and has been a forensic psychologist specializing in homicide, sexual assault, and domestic abuse. This has earned him the Minnesota Psychological Association’s Susan T. Rydell Lifetime Achievement Award. What he’s most proud of is CORE Professional Services, which he started with his wife 29 years ago.
LFCMS school counselor states concern over Board’s elimination of second position
During public comments at the Little Falls School Board meeting, Monday, April 15, 2024, Allison Bullard, counselor at the Little Falls Community Middle School (LFCMS), gave her thoughts on the Board’s decision to eliminate her position. The elimination of the second counselor position was a result of the District’s budget cuts. “I’m here to express my deep concern regarding the decision that was made to eliminate the second middle school counselor position. As an advocate for the well-being of middle school students, I implore you...
Little Falls, Morrison County to replace aging law enforcement records software
The Morrison County Board of Commissioners heard a presentation at its planning session on Tuesday, April 16 about plans to replace the aging records management system used by the county sheriff’s office and several local police departments. The Little Falls City Council heard a similar presentation at its meeting on Monday, April 15. For over a decade, the county has relied on a system from Law Enforcement Technology Group (LETG) to store records, facilitate computer-aided dispatch of 911 calls and manage the county jail. However,...
WHA, Cass Lake-Bena, Northland, other high school students recognized as Students of Character — Local high school students honored at Students of Character Celebration
Forty-five local high school students were selected by their respective school staff and were celebrated at a special event April 17. The 33rd annual Students of Character Celebration recognizes high school juniors and seniors throughout Cass, Crow Wing, Morrison, Todd, and Wadena counties for their quiet leadership, perseverance, and dedication to their community, school, and fellow students. Donations from local businesses, organizations, and individuals make it possible for each student to receive a scholarship. ...
Kuhl convicted on assault, possession charges
Kasandra Marie Kuhl, 25, Little Falls, was sentenced in Morrison County District Court to 88 days in local confinement and supervised probation for five years and fined $50 for one felony count of second-degree assault and one felony count of fifth-degree possession of a controlled substance. One felony count of third-degree assault was dismissed. If Kuhl breaks the conditions of her supervised probation for the assault charges, which include no alcohol or controlled substance use, completing a cognitive behavioral program and following all recommendations from...
Pierz man charged with assault, threats of violence
Michael Louis Marshik, 33, Pierz, was charged in Morrison County District Court with one felony count of second-degree assault and one felony count of threats of violence. The charges stem from an April 5 incident, when the Morrison County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a domestic situation at a residence on 250th Avenue in Morrison County. A deputy and other law enforcement officers responded to the scene where Marshik was seated outside. It was reported that Marshik had told a family member that she...
Little Falls science teacher shares experience of witnessing total solar eclipse
Little Falls Community Middle School teacher Rachael Cota has witnessed the awe-inspiring sight of a total solar eclipse not once, but twice. Cota, who teaches eighth and sixth grade science, first saw totality during the total solar eclipse that crossed the United States on Aug. 21, 2017. She was so moved by the experience that she made plans to see the next one on April 8, 2024. Cota traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana to view totality as the moon’s shadow passed directly over the city. She...
A life well lived: From Puerto Rico to Minnesota
With a friendly smile, Carmen Ortiz, 77, is often seen greeting visitors at the local gallery, Great River Arts in historic downtown Little Falls. Originally from Puerto Rico, she has made the city by the Mississippi River her home. Looking back, Ortiz said she moved to Little Falls in 2005. Initially, she had planned to purchase a farm, but before the sale was finalized, it was discovered there were several issues with the farm house. Still needing to find a place to live, she asked...
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