FERGUS FALLS

Fergus Falls Construction Worker Critically Injured in Possible Distracted Driving Crash

Authorities say the worker is a sign holder and was with a crew doing street work when she was hit by the vehicle

  EAST BETHEL, Minn. — A Fergus Falls construction worker is in grave condition after being hit by a car while working on the job in East Bethel. The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office says the worker, a 33-year-old woman from Fergus Falls, was airlifted to Hennepin County Medical Center after being hit by a car being driven by a 19-year-old…

Former Fleet Manager of Nelson Auto in Fergus Falls Charged

The total amount overcharged was $380,000 over three years

  FERGUS FALLS, Minn. — The former fleet manager of Nelson Auto in Fergus Falls has been charged for overcharging law enforcement agencies. Gerry Worner, 70, is accused of theft by swindle and has been slapped with five felonies in total. An investigation by the state patrol and BCA found Worner charged law enforcement agencies across Minnesota for equipment on…

Dent Man Charged in Contraband Case in the Otter Tail County Jail

The complaint says Baker found the items while he was cleaning a car for the sheriff's forfeiture auction

OTTER TAIL COUNTY, Minn. — A Dent man has been charged for bringing contraband into the Otter Tail County jail in Fergus Falls. Marshall Baker, 28, is accused of bringing methamphetamine and a pipe into the jail. The complaint says Baker found the items while he was cleaning a car for the sheriff’s forfeiture auction. He was working with the…

Three Kayakers Rescued Near Fergus Falls

Became Trapped in A Culvert Under Interstate 94

FERGUS FALLS, Minn. — Three kayakers were rescued after they became trapped in a culvert that passes under I-94 near Fergus Falls. The kayakers became stuck in the strong current because the kayaks were being pushed against a submerged log or tree limb. The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office says one of the kayakers called 9-1-1 for help. Fergus Falls…

Bond Set At $1 Million For Standoff Suspect

Theodore Tiede Fired Shots In The Direction of Officers

OTTER TAIL CO., Minn. — Theodore Tiede remains jailed in Otter Tail County with bond set at $1 million. Tiede threatened his girlfriend and fired shots in the direction of officers during a standoff in Fergus Falls on Saturday. Prosecutors say Tiede said he was having mental health issues and challenged police to come into the house and see how…

Man Jailed After Shooting Gun During Standoff

Fergus Falls Police Did Not Fire Any Shots

Fergus Falls, Minn. — A Fergus Falls man is jailed and awaiting official charges after firing shots during a 2-hour standoff. It happened Saturday afternoon on the 700 block of North Vine Street. Officers say 27-year-old Theodore Tiede was intoxicated and threatened another person in the house with a gun. He fired several rounds from the house before giving himself…

Legion Baseball Roundup: Post 2 Wins in Walk-off Fashion

West Fargo dominates Fergus Falls.

FARGO, N.D. — Day two of the Fargo-Moorhead Tournament took place today. Post 2 won in walk-off fashion over Andover in extra innings 3-2. Ryan Aamold walked with the bases loaded after a Chandler Ibach triple to help Fargo win. Karsen Spiess threw seven innings, with seven strikeouts for Post 2. Earlier in the day, West Fargo defeated Fergus Falls…

Ashby Man Sentenced for Attempted Kidnapping Near Fergus Falls

Morimoto took off when a deputy arrived and led several agencies on a high-speed chase that ended in Wheaton

  OTTER TAIL COUNTY, Minn. — An Ashby man has been sentenced for an attempted kidnapping near Fergus Falls. As part of an agreement with Otter Tail County prosecutors, Jason Morimoto was given just under four years in prison. The 33-year-old Morimoto pleaded guilty to assault with a weapon. It was last December when he followed his ex-girlfriend on I-94…

Fergus Falls’ New Monarch Butterfly Mural

To Continue On Their Town's Monarch Pledge, Fergus Falls Created A Mural to Promote Saving the Monarchs

FERGUS FALLS, Minn. — Fergus Falls is trying to bring beauty to their town, while saving an important insect at the same time. People can enjoy a metamorphosis mural of a monarch butterfly crafted by Fergus Falls’ native artist, Sam Busko. The mural can be found behind City Hall, along the River Walk to raise awareness of the importance of…

Legion Baseball: Blues Open Season with Sweep of Fergus Falls

Legion baseball in Minnesota opens up.

MOORHEAD, Minn. – Legion baseball in the state of Minnesota opened up on Friday. The Moorhead Blues defeated Fergus Falls 13-3 and 12-4 in a double header. With the victories the Blues improve to 2-0 on the season. The Blues will be back in action on Monday against West Fargo at 7 p.m. at Young Field. Categories: High School, KVRR…