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Former Kittson County sheriff's deputy, wife bound over to grand jury for labor trafficking, animal cruelty

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GRAND FORKS — A former Kittson County sheriff's deputy and his wife have been bound over to a Giles County, Tennessee, grand jury for allegations of labor trafficking and animal cruelty. James Edward Hewitt, 65, and Kelli D. Hewitt, 64, were arrested in early July. The couple are charged with involuntary labor servitude, trafficking for forced labor or services, aggravated cruelty to animals and three counts of cruelty to animals. Court document…See the Story

Inside this Minnesota prison, chaplain Mike Lamb offers support to inmates

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ST. CLOUD, Minn. — Every morning, Mike Lamb heads into work at a place most people wouldn’t dare step foot in. Lamb, 64, has been the chaplain at the Minnesota Correctional Facility — St. Cloud for three years. His day starts at 7 a.m. One of the first things he does is gather “kites” that are sent to him from the prisoners. Lamb said that kites are notes the prisoners use to communicate with the prison staff when they’re not immediately availab…East Grand Forks · East Grand Forks See the Story

Cities Area Transit leader Dale Bergman has 'always been that champion' for public transit, colleague says

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GRAND FORKS – After nearly 40 years with the city of Grand Forks, Cities Area Transit Director Dale Bergman will be retiring. Bergman has worked for the city since November 1985, starting as a mechanic at Grand Forks International Airport, when it was still a city department, and eventually leading the metro's public transit service. Bergman first started as a mechanic for CAT when he transferred from the airport. He has led the department since…East Grand Forks · East Grand Forks Read Article

Street and utility project has been a long time coming, says Hallock mayor

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HALLOCK, Minn. — A street and utility project in progress has been a long time coming for Hallock, said the city’s mayor, and there is more yet to be done. Mayor Dave Treumer said the matter of repairing the city’s roads has been an ongoing conversation for years, but only recently has the city been able to afford a project. “It’s a challenge in a small town,” he said. “It’s been thought about for a long time. We have a lot of poor streets and t…East Grand Forks · East Grand Forks Read Article

Middle River man's child sexual assault case will be dismissed after successful probation

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MARSHALL COUNTY, Minn. — A Middle River, Minnesota, man will serve no prison time for sexually abusing a minor, and his case will be dismissed, if he successfully completes 30 years of supervised probation. Now 39, Adam William Steinhauer will be 69 years old at the conclusion of his probationary period. Steinhauer pleaded guilty in February to his sole charge of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. He was reported in July 2024 by a girl who sa…East Grand Forks · East Grand Forks Read Article

Local law enforcement may be strained without cannabis tax revenue, says East Grand Forks city administrator

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EAST GRAND FORKS, Minn. — The Minnesota Legislature's decision to rescind its Local Government Cannabis Aid Program means local governments will carry the burden of all costs resulting from cannabis legalization. With many cities still in the planning stages of bringing in cannabis retailers, it's unclear how significant the financial burden will be. East Grand Forks City Administrator Reid Huttunen said once the first cannabis store opens in th…East Grand Forks · East Grand Forks Read Article

Road, bridge projects in Roseau and Warroad going well, cities report

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ROSEAU, Minn. — Road construction projects in Roseau and Warroad have brought a high number of calls and comments to the Minnesota Department of Transportation, said Project Manager Cole Nelson. Nelson said urban projects in general have a lot more eyes on them, from his experience. Their locations also lead to more conversation with area businesses regarding access, entrances and when people can get in and out. “People are curious on what’s goi…East Grand Forks · East Grand Forks Read Article

State Board Alleges Misconduct in Complaint Against Minnesota Judge

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WILLMAR — The Minnesota Board on Judicial Standards announced Wednesday that it has filed a formal complaint with the Minnesota Supreme Court alleging misconduct by District Court Judge Jennifer K. Fischer. According to a news release, the board received complaints and information between May 2, 2024, and April 28 of this year, alleging that Judge Fischer engaged in misconduct. The board on March 21 reviewed the results of its investigation and…East Grand Forks · East Grand Forks See the Story

East Grand Forks woman sentenced to 73 months for selling fentanyl to informant

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POLK COUNTY, Minn. — An East Grand Forks woman was sentenced Tuesday, July 22, to 73 months for first-degree sale of a controlled substance. Tracy Ann Hangsleben, 50, pleaded guilty to the felony. Three remaining felony charges were dismissed under a plea agreement. She faced up to 30 years in prison for the crime, but was instead sentenced to a little more than six years. A confidential informant gave Hangsleben $250 in exchange for 10 fentanyl…Fentanyl · East Grand Forks Read Article

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Former Kittson County sheriff's deputy, wife bound over to grand jury for labor trafficking, animal cruelty

Inside this Minnesota prison, chaplain Mike Lamb offers support to inmates

Cities Area Transit leader Dale Bergman has 'always been that champion' for public transit, colleague says

Street and utility project has been a long time coming, says Hallock mayor

Middle River man's child sexual assault case will be dismissed after successful probation

Local law enforcement may be strained without cannabis tax revenue, says East Grand Forks city administrator

Road, bridge projects in Roseau and Warroad going well, cities report

State Board Alleges Misconduct in Complaint Against Minnesota Judge

East Grand Forks woman sentenced to 73 months for selling fentanyl to informant

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Inside this Minnesota prison, chaplain Mike Lamb offers support to inmates

Cities Area Transit leader Dale Bergman has 'always been that champion' for public transit, colleague says

Street and utility project has been a long time coming, says Hallock mayor

Middle River man's child sexual assault case will be dismissed after successful probation

Local law enforcement may be strained without cannabis tax revenue, says East Grand Forks city administrator

Road, bridge projects in Roseau and Warroad going well, cities report

State Board Alleges Misconduct in Complaint Against Minnesota Judge

East Grand Forks woman sentenced to 73 months for selling fentanyl to informant