PAYNESVILLE

Minnesota

Man killed in police response to domestic dispute in west-central Minnesota

Police say shots were fired as they attempted to take a suspect into custody, and he died at the scene.

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Minnesota

Steve Boyd seeks GOP primary upset of Congresswoman Fischbach in MN 7th District

Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach faces a primary challenge after her opponent, a political newcomer, blocked her from winning the Republican Party's endorsement at the April 27 district convention.

Jul 30, 2024

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The Vault

The boy who went missing after his first day of school in 1944

Victor John 'Jackie' Theel was just 6 years old in 1944 when he went missing, apparently without a trace, walking home from his first day of school in Paynesville, Minnesota.

Mar 5, 2024

The Vault

ABC to air two-hour special Friday on search for Jacob Wetterling

The boy's mother, Patty Wetterling, has a book coming out the following Tuesday

Oct 10, 2023

Latest Headlines

People watch fireworks go off near Salisbury Beach in Spicer during the annual Fourth of July celebration on Monday, July 4, 2022.

Local

West central Minnesota Fourth of July celebrations begin Saturday, July 1

Family-friendly events from street dances to church gatherings and parades to fireworks will take throughout the weekend.

Jun 30, 2023

By Jennifer Kotila

Community

Spicer, Prinsburg among area communities to celebrate July 4 with fun, music, fireworks

People who are looking for fireworks on the Fourth of July can choose among several communities in the area.

Jun 25, 2023

By West Central Tribune staff report

Arts and Entertainment

Regional historical societies and museums tell the history of the area

There are multiple county historical societies and museums for people to visit, where they will learn all about the varied history of the region.

May 27, 2023

By West Central Tribune staff report

Minnesota

Motorcyclist dies in crash in west-central Minnesota

Identity of victim will be released Monday

May 21, 2023

By Forum News Service

Minnesota

Student, 18, arrested after shooting threats made at central Minnesota school

Matthew Paul Herr-Ramirez was arrested Monday at his home in Grove City, Minnesota, after he had allegedly told other students at Paynesville Area High 歪歪漫画 his plans about carrying out a school shooting. According to the criminal complaint, Herr-Ramirez allegedly identified three staff members and a student as potential targets, and told a witness that he would continue shooting random students and staff.

Oct 19, 2022

Northland Outdoors

Zebra mussels join starry stonewort as unwanted species in central Minnesota's Lake Koronis

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources announced Monday that Lake Koronis has a confirmed report of zebra mussels. A fishing guide snagged a zebra mussel on Lake Koronis on July 8. The lake became the first in Minnesota infested by starry stonewort when it was discovered in its waters in 2015.

Aug 2, 2022

By Forum News Service

Health

With hospitals full in central Minnesota, Carris Health and CentraCare ask public to do its part

Area hospitals are full, and health care providers are asking for the public's help in easing the burden from COVID-19 and other illnesses. First of all, please get vaccinated if you haven't already. Second, please continue wearing face masks, social distancing and hand-washing.

Nov 14, 2021

By Linda Vanderwerf

Minnesota

Driver killed after crashing into empty home in rural Stearns County

A Belgrade man died Thursday after his vehicle left a Stearns County road, went airborne and struck an unoccupied house near St. Martin in Zion Township.

Nov 12, 2021

By West Central Tribune

Lifestyle

Paynesville friends run floating cafe on lake

The Koronis Kafe is like a drive-in on the lake. Customers arrive by pontoon and fishing boats to enjoy short order goods right from the grill, along with a wide selection of treats available on this converted houseboat.

Oct 17, 2021