Today’s news
Longtime Nurse Deborah Baker Dies at 67
Deborah 'Deb' Baker, a dedicated nurse and community leader, passed away after a long battle with early-onset Alzheimer's disease.

Longtime Canby Resident Donald Houtkooper Dies at 98
Houtkooper, a U.S. Army veteran and longtime HVAC technician, is remembered for his dedication to family, church, and community.
Morton Man David Schultz Dies Unexpectedly at 61
Funeral service planned for March 12 in Redwood Falls
Recent news
Mar. 10, 2026
Montevideo Man Bennie Benson Remembered for Lifelong Dedication to Community
Bennie Benson, who passed away at age 80, was known for his strong work ethic, love of nature, and involvement in local programs.
Mar. 9, 2026
Roger Dennis Stenhoff, 81, Passes Away in Minnesota
Longtime Spring Grove resident and Navy veteran dies from dementia complications
Mar. 9, 2026
Longtime Eitzen Resident Richard Oitzman Dies at 85
Oitzman was a lifelong farmer, trucker, and community leader in Houston County
Mar. 9, 2026
Operation Metro Surge strains Minnetonka families and local safety nets
Residents relying on ICA Food Shelf face sharply rising needs for rent help and emergency food after federal crackdown
Mar. 5, 2026
John C. Woltz, Australian Resident and Navy Veteran, Dies at 82
Woltz, a native of Iowa and Minnesota, spent decades living and working in Australia.
Mar. 5, 2026
Woodbury Thriller Author Allan Evans to Debut New Book at Local Brewery
Evans' Stillwater Story House aims to champion Twin Cities fiction and emerging writers.
Mar. 4, 2026
Longtime Garvin Resident Darrell Pagel Passes Away at 85
Pagel was a dedicated farmer and family man who served in the Vietnam War.
Mar. 3, 2026
Lori Amundson, 65, Passes Away After Lifelong Battle with Multiple Sclerosis
Funeral services set for longtime California resident and devoted mother who opened a children's store to give back to her community
Mar. 3, 2026
Union Gospel Mission's Annual 5K Raises Funds for Homelessness Services
The 2nd Annual Miles for the Mission 5K supports the Mission's meal program, outreach, and housing initiatives in Duluth.
Mar. 3, 2026
Park Rapids Man Reflects on Life Lessons from Music and Boy Scouts
Jim Wheeler, 93, shares wisdom from decades of collecting, teaching, and community involvement.
Mar. 2, 2026
Stephanie Cornwell, 49, Passes Away After Cancer Battle
Beloved community member and family woman leaves behind lasting legacy of service and faith.
Mar. 2, 2026
Scott Rose, 56, Passes Away Unexpectedly in Sleepy Eye
Funeral service scheduled for March 5th at United Methodist Church in Morgan, Minnesota
Mar. 2, 2026
Longtime Marshall Mechanic Kenneth Gannott Dies at 76
Gannott spent his entire career at Lockwood Motors and was involved in local racing for many years.
Feb. 28, 2026
Longtime Badger resident Verna Kay Monsrud dies at 87
Verna Monsrud grew up in Gatzke, Minnesota and spent decades farming with her husband Willard in Badger.
Feb. 24, 2026
Duluth Event Celebrates George Floyd's Life Through New Novel
YWCA Duluth to host launch of "Floyd's Baller," a young-adult historical fiction book co-written by local author and Floyd's lifelong friend.
Feb. 24, 2026
Rochester Considers $125 Permit Fee for Filmmakers
New ordinance aims to cover administrative costs for film productions in the city
Feb. 24, 2026
Longtime Rochester Nurse Judith 'Judy' Lehmkuhl Dies at 82
Lehmkuhl worked over 40 years at St. Mary's Hospital before retiring.
Feb. 23, 2026
Longtime Ivanhoe Resident Betty Rolling Passes Away at 84
Betty Jane Rolling, a beloved community member and lifelong Catholic, is remembered for her faith, family, and service to others.
Feb. 23, 2026
Bonnie Hanson, Minneota Resident, Dies at 91
Funeral service to be held at Hope Lutheran Church on April 18, 2026.
Feb. 23, 2026
Funeral Services Set for Marshall Resident Robert Girard
80-year-old Vietnam veteran and longtime Alumacraft and Kato Engineering employee passed away at Clarkfield Care Center