Pennington County 5-Vehicle Crash, One Driver Cited

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A five-vehicle crash slowed midday traffic in Pennington County on December 2. Police say the chain reaction started near Pennington Avenue and Eastwood Drive just after noon. Crash Near Backed-Up Intersection According to the report, Roneisha Lashai Rose Brown of Thief River Falls was driving a 2008 Chevy Tahoe. Brown… Continue reading Pennington County 5-Vehicle Crash, One Driver Cited

Pennington County Garage Fire Damages St. Hilaire Home

Pennington County Garage Fire Damages St. Hilaire Home St. Hilaire (trfnews.i234.me) — No one was hurt after a Saturday afternoon garage fire in St. Hilaire. The garage, located on Second Street West, suffered heavy damage. Fire Reported Saturday Afternoon The fire was reported at a garage at 305 Second Street West in St. Hilaire, Pennington… Continue reading Pennington County Garage Fire Damages St. Hilaire Home

Pennington County Orders Eval In Attempted Murder Case

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls woman accused of trying to kill a child will undergo a court-ordered mental health evaluation. Charges And Allegations According to a criminal complaint, Edwina Marie Stoutenburgh, 34, faces two felony counts. She is charged with attempted second-degree murder without intent. She is also charged with second-degree assault with a… Continue reading Pennington County Orders Eval In Attempted Murder Case

Pennington County Remembers Russel Christianson, 81

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Family and friends are remembering Russel Wayne Christianson as a veteran, leader, and loving family man. He died peacefully on Friday, October 24, 2025. Russel was 81 and was surrounded by his family. Russel Wayne Christianson, a longtime Thief River Falls resident and community volunteer. Early Years On A North Dakota… Continue reading Pennington County Remembers Russel Christianson, 81

Pennington County Doctor Charged in Walmart Theft

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo, North Dakota, man is accused of a multi-date theft scheme at the Thief River Falls Walmart. According to a criminal complaint, 68-year-old Ronald Maurice Smith has been charged with felony theft in Pennington County District Court. Prosecutors allege that Smith stole items worth a total of $1,160.94 over three… Continue reading Pennington County Doctor Charged in Walmart Theft

Pennington County Woman Charged With 2nd Degree DWI

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls woman is facing a second-degree DWI charge after a late-night traffic stop in Pennington County. According to a criminal complaint, 37-year-old Renae Martinez of Thief River Falls was stopped in the early morning hours of November 23. The traffic stop happened at about 1:32 a.m. in… Continue reading Pennington County Woman Charged With 2nd Degree DWI

Pennington County Woman Charged in High-BAC DWI

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls woman faces a high-test DWI charge after a late-night traffic stop. According to a criminal complaint, 65-year-old Lori Ann Severson of Thief River Falls was stopped on November 22. The traffic stop happened at about 10:37 p.m. near Highway 32 and Sanford Parkway in Pennington County.… Continue reading Pennington County Woman Charged in High-BAC DWI

Pennington County Woman Charged With High-BAC DWI

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls woman faces a high-test DWI charge after a late-night traffic stop. According to a criminal complaint, 37-year-old Renae Martinez of Thief River Falls was stopped shortly after 1 a.m. The traffic stop happened on November 18 at about 1:11 a.m. in the 100 block of LaBree… Continue reading Pennington County Woman Charged With High-BAC DWI

Pennington County Driver Cited for No Insurance

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls man faces new traffic charges after a nighttime stop. According to a criminal complaint, 55-year-old Brian Gregory Sandahl of Thief River Falls was stopped on November 17. The sheriff’s office reported the traffic stop at about 10:19 p.m. in the 100 block of Gabbi Court. Sandahl… Continue reading Pennington County Driver Cited for No Insurance

Pennington County Honors Matthew Paul Lewis

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) – Family and friends are remembering Matthew Paul Lewis as a loyal worker, skilled tinkerer, and caring husband, stepfather, and grandfather. Matthew Paul Lewis, remembered by family across Minnesota, North Dakota, and beyond. Early Life and Family Matthew Paul Lewis was born on October 18, 1968, in Petoskey, Michigan. Friends and family called him… Continue reading Pennington County Honors Matthew Paul Lewis