NEWS
--At 3:33pm Saturday the Little Falls Fire Department was dispatched to the area near 3351 Over the Hill Road in Fort Ripley Township on a report of a grass fire. When the fire department arrived, they found the fire had spread into the woods. They requested assistance from Camp Ripley Fire. Firefighters were able to get the fire under control before MN DNR arrived on scene. Then at 10:38pm Sunday the Little Falls Fire Department was dispatched to 13967 113th Street in Little Falls Township on a report of a wood pile on fire that was threatening nearby buildings. When firefighters arrived, they found that embers from the wood pile had ignited a nearby shed. Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the shed fire and then concentrated on extinguishing the wood pile. The wood pile was partially burned by the owner about a week ago and it is believed that it was still smoldering inside and flared up due to the strong winds and dry conditions. No injuries in either fire incident.
--Authorities say a woman is dead following a shooting at Dubow Textile Monday morning. St. Cloud police responded to the business just after 7am and found a 28-year-old woman with a gunshot wound in the parking lot. Officers attempted life saving measures but she was pronounced dead. Her name has not been released. Authorities say the alleged shooter was identified as 36-year-old Michael Carpenter who had fled the scene before police arrived. He was later arrested at his home in Sauk Rapids and taken to the Benton County Jail. The BCA was called in to assist in the investigation.
--The Better Business Bureau is warning new business owners about a new scam that's making its way around the area. After you start your new business and register it as an LLC, people are receiving a letter or email that appears to be from a government agency. The correspondence doesn't actually SAY that it's from the government, but it definitely is implied. The message tells new business owners that they have 'One step left" before they can obtain their "Certificate of Existence." It costs anywhere from $80 to $120 and they will mail you the document. What you need to know is, this is NOT a legal requirement. The letter may state in the fine print that the certificate is optional but it definitely gives the feeling that it is a legal requirement. Businesses might actually want to obtain a Certificate of Existence, but it is NOT a required part of setting up a new company If you feel like you really need a Certificate of Existence, you can go to your state's website and purchase one directly from the state. The fees usually are around $10 for the certificate.
--The St. Cloud Fire Department responded to a call of a grass fire. The incident happened at about 2pm Sunday near 8th Avenue North. The fire crew arrived to find a small fire, about 25 feet by two feet, in the alley along a fence line. They were able to put out the fire quickly. The damage was confined to some grass and leaves, with no damage to any buildings or utilities. The cause is undetermined.
--Concrete repair on Division Street in St. Cloud will cause traffic issues on starting today. Crews will work on Division Street from 10th Avenue in Waite Park up to Park Avenue in St. Cloud. Flaggers will be on hand directing traffic, drivers should expect delays. Another lane closure on 6th Avenue will be in place until late Friday. To avoid traffic delays find alternate routes around the road work this week.
--GOP Candidate for Lieutenant Governor and former Minnesota Viking Matt Birk who is running with GOP Governor Candidate Dr. Scott Jensen will be the guest for a time on Wednesday morning on the KLTF Up Front program at 9:05am on AM960 KLTF.
--A CORRECTION FROM MONDAY: The water testing clinic in Little Falls is today, Tuesday October 25th at the old Crestliner building (Door #8). Again it was not yesterday but is today instead. Bring your drinking water in a clean plastic or glass container. Include location and date you collected sample. Please have a minimum of one cup (8oz) cup of water: two cups are ok. Just show up with your water. No Reservations. Water drop off from 11am-2pm with water testing clinic from 2-6pm.
--Kinship of Morrison County held their annual Soup and Chili Cookoff last night at the Falls Ballroom in Little Falls. An estimated 325 people took in the event last night. The judges prizes in the soup category went to the following: 1st place Lake Beauty Bible Camp Tortilla Soup; 2nd place to Jordie's Trailside Cafe Grandma Rosie's Potato Soup; and 3rd place to Perkins Restaurant Zuppa Toscana soup. The people's choice was a tie between Lake Beauty Bible Camp Tortilla Soup and Adult and Teen Challenge Ma's Heavenly Chicken Wild Rice Soup. The judges selections for top chili were as follows: 1st place to Chef Mike's Catering Fire Roasted Housemade Chili; 2nd place to Adult and Teen Challenge Fiery Redemption Chili; and 3rd place to Lake Beauty Bible Camp Smoked Brisket Chili. The people's choice for chili was Anderson Custom Processing Bison Chili. Perkins Restaurant was voted top theme. Numerous winners also donated their cash prizes back to Kinship of Morrison County. Thank you to all who helped out in various roles and attended.
--The Franciscan Sisters and American Red Cross is holding a blood drive Tuesday 1-7pm, Wednesday 12-6pm and Thursday from 8:30am-2:30pm at the convent in Little Falls. Appointments must be made by call Sister Julien at 320-632-0663 or go to redcrossblood.org. If you need to cancel the appointment call Sister also and she can refill the slot. As of Monday morning she has been doing just that and there are still openings for Power Red or some other slots that opened from cancellations. Call today and sign up to give blood in Morrison County this week.
--Two horses were spotted Monday afternoon two miles east of Lastrup on 203rd Street. If you lost these horses or perhaps know who they belong to call (320) 733-0158.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
--Comedy Actor Leslie Jordan has died at age 67. Jordan appeared on many TV shows including Will and Grace and currently on the Fox comedy series Call me Kat. He died in a crash crash on Monday.
DEATH NOTICES
--Linda Kruzel, age 77 of Long Prairie.
WEATHER
TODAY= morning clouds, afternoon sun, high near 48.
TONIGHT= clear skies, cooler night, low 26.
WEDNESDAY= sunny skies, high near 50, low near 33.
THURSDAY= rain showers possible, high 52, low 37.
SPORTS
--High School Football playoffs begin today for a number of teams.
Little Falls hosts St. Cloud Apollo tonight at 7pm on AM960 KLTF
Melrose is at Pierz tonight kickoff at 7pm on 94ROCKS KFML and
Upsala/Swanville hosts Benson tonight at 6pm on Q92 WYRQ you can also stream all the games tonight at fallsradio.com.
--High School Volleyball Playoffs Thursday night on Little Falls Radio.