MEEKER COUNTY

Secrets of a fortress: Inside Litchfield鈥檚 GAR Hall

The story behind the Grand Army of the Republic Hall in Litchfield is part of a series called Lakes Country Treasures, which takes readers down the roads and to some of the most unique must-see gems of Minnesota's lakes country.

Minnesota

Lambs, family and garlic help this couple build a new life in rural Minnesota

In Minnesota, 2,137 farms collectively had 109,592 sheep and lambs in 2022, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Most of those farms had fewer than 25 sheep.

Apr 14

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Health

Advocates for Health in Minnesota try to save lives 鈥� one outdoor AED at a time

Founders of Advocates for Health Rich Feneis and Joel Fogel have installed outdoor AEDs across western Minnesota, with more on the way.

Jul 16, 2024

Minnesota

Avian flu confirmed in commercial turkey flock in Meeker County

A commercial turkey flock of 70,100 in Meeker County was confirmed on April 11 to be infected with highly pathogenic avian influenza

Apr 15, 2024

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Minnesota

Dassel, Minnesota, man alleged to have shot wife in front of their children

Bryan Demarais is now charged with second-degree murder and child endangerment

Jan 3, 2024

Minnesota

New case of avian flu affects flock of 32K in west-central Minn.

The diagnosis was confirmed Tuesday. The affected flock has been quarantined.

Nov 3, 2023

By Staff reports

Local

Avian flu cases reported in Meeker, Kandiyohi and Redwood counties in October

The Minnesota Board of Animal Health has found multiple cases of avian flu in Minnesota, including sites in Meeker, Redwood and Kandiyohi counties.

Oct 27, 2023

By Levi Jones

Minnesota

Change of venue OK'd in sexual contact case against former teacher

A district court judge also ruled in favor of a prosecution motion arguing there is probable cause for aggravating factors to be considered for an increased sentence if defendant is convicted.

Jul 25, 2023

By Tom Cherveny

Dante Perez, 6, of Willmar takes a bite out of a corn dog while attending the Kandiyohi County Fair on Saturday, August 13, 2022.

Community

Summer in Minnesota also means it's county fair season

Before going to the Twin Cities for deep-fried treats and fun rides this summer, consider stopping at these west central county fairs in the area. Chippewa, Kandiyohi, Meeker, Pope, Renville, Swift and Yellow Medicine counties are all hosting their county fairs before "the great Minnesota get-together" is set to begin.

Jul 1, 2023

Minnesota

Monticello, Minnesota, man killed Monday in Meeker County rollover that also injured a child

A 22-year-old man is dead after a crash Monday in Kingston Township. Two juvenile passengers were also involved, one with non-life-threatening injuries, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.

Sep 6, 2022

By West Central Tribune staff report

Minnesota

Avian flu confirmed in west-central Minnesota turkey flock

Testing of a commercial turkey flock in Meeker County has come back positive for the highly pathogenic avian influenza. The flock has been depopulated to stop the spread of the disease.

Aug 31, 2022

By Shelby Lindrud

Minnesota

West-central Minnesota man charged after standoff

Two felony charges and 10 other lesser charges have been filed in Meeker County District Court against the Dassel man who barricaded himself in his home Monday and Tuesday after reports that he had threatened a family member. SWAT teams from several agencies responded, and he eventually surrendered. Officers found evidence in the home that they believe indicates the man fired in the direction of law enforcement.

Aug 5, 2022

By Jennifer Kotila

Minnesota

West-central Minnesota man in custody after day-long standoff

A man had threatened to shoot family members the evening of Aug. 1, then barricaded himself in his home. He finally exited his home at approximately 9:45 p.m. Aug. 2 and was taken into custody.

Aug 3, 2022

By Jennifer Kotila

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