NEWS
--Back on Tuesday Jonathan Greyblood of Little Falls was found guilty on one of two counts of second degree murder in the death of his wife Jeanine. Tuesday’s guilty verdict triggered a Blakely Hearing to determine if aggravating factors should be taken into account during the sentencing process. On Wednesday, the jury had to answer the question, “Did the defendant conceal the victim’s body in such a way that it was treated with particular cruelty?” After about 20 minutes of deliberation, the jury returned with a “No” verdict. The jury agreed that he did not try to conceal her body, and that issue should not be factored into sentencing. Sentencing is set for December 16th.
--Halloween falls on Sunday this year and so many businesses and cities are have trick or treating for the children this afternoon. Little Falls Area Chamber of Commerce announced citywide trick or treating in Little Falls from 3:30-5pm with many businesses downtown and around the city watch for the large pumpkin picture in the windows or doors for the ones participating. Pierz Commerical Club members and businesses have trick or treating this afternoon from 3-5:30pm at many particpating businesses and the Randall Business Group also has trick or treating at businesses from 3-5pm today. This is also a great time for adults with the kids to check out the local businesses and what they have to offer too. The event is mostly for younger children elementary age and younger to enjoy free treats today with many others out for trick or treating on Sunday.
--With Halloween on Sunday, Morrison County Sheriff Shawn Larsen stated that Halloween can be an exciting time for all involved but safety has to come first. Motorists in residential area be alert Sunday late afternoon into the evening for trick or treaters and even later today with large crowds in areas around the county putting on citywide or business trick or treat events. Slow down, expect delays with many pedestrians walking the town with their children. Larsen said avoid wearing masks that obstruct vision, where bright colors or reflecters on your costume so to be seen after dark. Please refrain from walking through yards, use sidewalks or driveways where the houses that are doing trick or treating are being done. Be respectful to others and property. For adults who partake in holiday parties that will take place this weekend remember to don't drink and drive, plan ahead and make this a safe weekend for everyone involved from the Morrison County Sheriff's Office. If you notice suspicious activity are are in need of help contact the sheriff's office at 320-632-9233.
--The St. Cloud police department are warning residents of an increase in phone scams circulating the area. Numerous people have called the police department reporting they are receiving calls from someone who claims to be from Publisher's Clearinghouse, the IRS, the Social Security Administration or COVID related. St. Cloud police is encouraging you to be suspicious of any calls that pretend to be from an organization, use a prize to bait you into talking, pressure you to act immediately or require payment in a specific way. If you believed that you have been a victim of a scam you're asked to contact the St. Cloud police department at(320) 251-1200. This also goes for Morrison, Benton, Stearns or other county residents who may have received such a call, contact your local law enforcement agency to let them know of the scams in your area.
--The Little Falls City Council has two closed meetings scheduled on Monday before and after their regular council meeting at 7:30pm at the council chambers in Little Falls.
--Morrison County Sheriff Shawn Larsen continues to ask for the public's assistance with any information regarding the Terry Brisk homicide case. November 7th will be the 5th anniversary of Brisk being shot and killed by his own rifle with someone in close proximity of Brisk on his parent's property on Hawthorne Road northeast of Little Falls. The agency is committed to work on this case until a suspect is arrested and they need the public to help and come forward as the suspect is likely not talking to anyone. Call 320-632-9233 on any leads in the case or call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 and you can remain annonymous if you wish. There is a large cash reward still being issued for bringing Brisk's killer to justice in this case.
--A correction from yesterday's newsletter: on the school bond elections it was informed that Browerville is NOT having an election next Tuesday again no election in Browerville on Tuesday. The schools that have elections are located on the Minnesota Secretary of State's Website, click on elections and then school board/referendum elections for schools 2021 to see those having elections Tuesday. --Another busy weekend of events, the Northern Minnesota Robotics Conference Championships are going on today and Saturday at the Upsala High School all are invited to come watch, there is free community breakfast Saturday 8-10am at Motley Free United Methodist Church, a breakfast and silent auction Sunday at St. Francis of Assisi Church in St. Francis which is a fundraiser for Brayden Harren is 9am-1pm for free will offering and there will be Halloween treat bags for the kids, the area Catholic Community Vocations dinner will be Sunday from 10am-1pm at Our Lady of Lourdes Church basement in Little Falls with turkey dinner with all the fixings for a free will offering to help support vocation related events. Get details on events at fallsradio.com then community calendar.
DEATH NOTICES
--Margaret B. Helmin, age 68 of Bowlus.
--Richard R. Nelson, age 95 of Sartell formerly of Little Falls.
--Audrey A. Bednar, age 80 of Pierz.
--Irene Britz, age 84 of Morrill.
WEATHER
TODAY= becoming sunny, not as windy, high 53.
TONIGHT= clear skies, fog and frost late low 29.
SATURDAY= sunny and pleasant, high 57, low around 30.
HALLOWEEN= sunny and colder, high 42, clear night, low 24.
MONDAY= sunny skies, chilly temps, high near 40, low 22.
SPORTS
HS FB= Paynesville at Royalton playoffs Saturday 2pm 94ROCKS.
HS FB= KMS at Upsala/Swanville 2pm Saturday on Q92 WYRQ
HS FB= Morris Area at Pierz Saturday 7pm on 94ROCKS.
HS VB= tough night of area volleyball teams as Little Falls, Pierz, Royalton, Swanville and Holdingford were all eliminated in first round action. Upsala plays tonight, Staples-Motley and Foley did advance.
COL FB= Gophers at Northwestern Saturday 12:30pm on KLTF.
NFL= Dallas at Vikings Sunday at 7:20pm on AM960 KLTF.
NFL= Green Bay gets a walk-off interception to beat Arizona last night 24-21 and give Cardinals first loss. Both teams are 7-1.
A message from Little Falls Radio for trick or treaters and adults to have a safe and happy Halloween this weekend.