Newfolden – John Donald Bjorsness, age 80, of Newfolden, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, at North Valley Hospital in Warren. John was born on October 8, 1945, in Thief River Falls, to Edwin and Pearl Mary (Conklin) Bjorsness. He grew up in Newfolden alongside his brother, Larry, and graduated in 1964 from… Continue reading John Bjorsness, 80
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Gerald Sanders, 90
Thief River Falls – Gerald William Sanders, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026, at the Sanford Hospital in his hometown of Thief River Falls. Born on February 4, 1935, Gerald was a lifelong resident of Thief River Falls, where he dedicated his life to various pursuits that highlighted… Continue reading Gerald Sanders, 90
Cecelia Schnebly (née Gall), 87
Shorewood, WI – Cecelia “Ceil” Ann Schnebly (née Gall), 87, of Shorewood, WI, passed away from Alzheimer’s disease on Monday, January 19, 2026. She was surrounded by loved ones and caring professionals in her final days. She will be remembered and missed by many. She loved and was loved by many. Cecelia was born in… Continue reading Cecelia Schnebly (née Gall), 87
Alan Leigh, 79
Chugiak, AK – Alan Francis Leigh, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at his home in Chugiak, Alaska. His life was defined by service, generosity, and a gentle humor that made people feel instantly at ease. Born in Polson, MT, and raised on various farms in and… Continue reading Alan Leigh, 79
Sharon Nelson, 72
Thief River Falls – Sharon Rose Nelson, gracefully departed this world on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND, surrounded by her loving family. Family and friends are invited to come together to celebrate the beautiful life of Sharon Rose Nelson. Visitation will begin at 4 p.m., with the memorial service… Continue reading Sharon Nelson, 72
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT February 18, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the arrest of the following – Austin James Olheiser, 27 of Hendrum, for second-degree DUI with two or more aggravating factors. Crookston Fire Calls Fire Report
Bagley: Fentanyl Case Ends With Probation, Time Served
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — A rural Bagley man has been sentenced in Becker County District Court. Patrick Michael Thompson, 31, was sentenced for felony fifth-degree drug possession, court records said. Traffic stop and arrest The case began around 3 a.m. on Sept. 14, 2025. Deputies stopped a vehicle on County Highway 34 for a bad… Continue reading Bagley: Fentanyl Case Ends With Probation, Time Served
Detroit Lakes Man, 71, Faces Felony Assault Charges
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — Richard Lee Washington, 71, of Detroit Lakes, is charged with four felonies. Prosecutors filed three counts of felony domestic assault. They also filed one count of felony fifth-degree drugs. The case is in Becker County District Court. Allegations Court papers say the alleged assaults happened from Dec. 19 through Jan. 7.… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man, 71, Faces Felony Assault Charges
Frazee Man Charged After Cheekbone Fracture
Frazee, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 33-year-old Frazee man faces felony assault charges. Court papers say a woman suffered a fractured cheekbone during a December fight. Prosecutors charged Michael Allen Willette with third-degree assault and fifth-degree assault. He is held at the Becker County Jail, according to court records. What the complaint alleges The case… Continue reading Frazee Man Charged After Cheekbone Fracture
Detroit Lakes Walmart theft: 3 Fargo-area charged
Detroit Lakes, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) Prosecutors have charged three Fargo-area residents. The case involves alleged thefts at a Walmart in Detroit Lakes. Raul Mario Salinas, 47, of Fargo, is charged with felony theft. Jeffery Soular, 34, of Fargo, faces the same charge. Melissa Nicole Ortiz, 34, of West Fargo, is also charged. Dec. 13, 2025:… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Walmart theft: 3 Fargo-area charged