23-Dec-2025

Teen Burglers

An 18-year-old St. Cloud man and a 17-year-old boy were arrested on suspicion of burglary and trespassing charges in Benton County on Sunday night. The Benton County Sheriff's Office received a call at about 9:45 p.m. reporting suspicious activity in Maywood Township. The caller reported seeing two cars parked at the Oak Park Creamery and two individuals walking to an abandoned building in the 16000 block of Ironwood Road NE. A responding deputy was trying to find the suspects when he heard the cars start and drive away in opposite directions. The deputy followed one of the cars as it made its way onto westbound Highway 23. A Foley police officer then spotted the car and made a traffic stop as it turned onto 13th Avenue. The driver, 18-year-old Mason Kaul, was placed under arrest. The sheriff's office says the officers found evidence to suggest the suspects were inside the building and tried to steal property. A Sherburne County Sheriff's deputy went to the home of the registered owner of the second car and arrested a 17-year-old boy there.

22-Dec-2025

Gas Prices

For a fourth straight week, the national average price of gasoline has declined.  Oil prices continue to struggle amid rising U.S., Canadian, and OPEC oil production, while refinery output remains near some of the highest seasonal levels in years.  Gas Buddy says they are continuing to see some gas prices below $2 per gallon in the nation's cheapest states, now at more than 125 gas stations Average gasoline prices in Minnesota have fallen 7.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.67 per gallon.  The national average price of gasoline has fallen 5.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.79 per gallon. Diesel prices have also seen some relief, though inventories remain tight, keeping the national average higher than a year ago.  The national average price of diesel has decreased 4.3 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $3.57 per gallon.

22-Dec-2025

Homicide In Frazee

Two people remain in custody in connection with a homicide that left a 19-year-old man dead after a shooting at a Frazee home early Saturday, authorities said. 21 year old Arthur Campbell,  of New York Mills, is being held in the Becker County Jail, and a 16-year-old male is being held in juvenile detention, according to Becker County Sheriff Todd Glander. Both are awaiting formal charges. The victim was identified as 19 year old Bryson May, of Frazee. Glander said his department received a 911 call at 2:38 a.m. Saturday reporting a disturbance at 701 W. Ash Ave. in Frazee. While deputies were responding, dispatchers received another call reporting shots fired at the residence. When deputies arrived, they found May wounded. Life-saving measures were performed at the scene, and he was transported to Essentia-St. Mary’s Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Four suspects reportedly fled the home in a black SUV, according to the sheriff. The vehicle was located a short time later by an Otter Tail County deputy north of Perham, and four individuals believed to be connected to the incident were detained. Authorities said the incident is be isolated with no further perceived threat to the public. The investigation is ongoing.

22-Dec-2025

Two Vehicle Crash

A two-vehicle crash on Highway 29 south of Parkers Prairie sent a 33-year-old woman to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, authorities report. The crash occurred at the intersection of Highway 29 and 119th Street when a 2007 Ford Escape, driven by Shaneece Scott Holland of Alexandria, MN, was stopped on the southbound shoulder attempting a left turn across the highway. A 2010 Nissan Murano, driven by 62-year-old David Lloyd George of Eagle Bend, MN, was traveling southbound when the vehicles collided. Holland was taken to Alomere Health for treatment. George was not injured in the crash. Both drivers were wearing seat belts, and no alcohol was involved. The roadway was dry at the time of the crash. Emergency crews from the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office, Parkers Prairie Ambulance, and Fire Department responded. Authorities continue to investigate the incident.