Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Anthony Everett Blanchard of Backus has been charged in Cass County with fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct. The charge was filed in the Minnesota District Court. Court records show the case is in the 9th Judicial District. According to the criminal complaint, the felony charge stems from allegations tied to Father’s Day… Continue reading Pine River: Anthony Blanchard Faces Sex Charge
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Derek “Deke” Forsell, 84
Ada – Derek “Deke” or “The Duke” passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026, in Ada. Derek Paul Forsell was born in Gary, MN, on November 15, 1941, to Edward and Bernice (Stundahl) Forsell. After a whirlwind romance and short engagement, he married JoAnn (“Jo” “JoZina” “JZ”) Herrmann on October 28, 1961, at Grace Lutheran… Continue reading Derek “Deke” Forsell, 84
John Pendelton, 62
John Fitzgerald Pendelton was born December 14, 1963 in Milwaukee, WI to Charles Ray and Colleen Faye (O’Dell) Pendelton. John was raised in several states while growing up with his most memorable states that he lived in being Michigan, Florida, and Colorado. During this time he attended several different schools, completing school through the 10th… Continue reading John Pendelton, 62
Barbara Banaszewski, 87
Barbara Banaszewski, 87, of Roseau, MN, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at LifeCare Medical Center in Roseau, with her loving family by her side. Barbara Beatrice Blazejewski was born on April 23, 1938, in Wright Township, Marshall County, MN, the daughter of Florian and Clara (Borowicz) Blazejewski. She graduated from Strandquist High School… Continue reading Barbara Banaszewski, 87
Matt Olson, 37
Matt Olson, 37, of Thief River Falls, MN passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND surrounded by his loving family. Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, April 20, 2026 at Zion Lutheran Church in Thief River Falls, MN with Rev. Kristin Ostercamp officiating. Visitation… Continue reading Matt Olson, 37
Eldor “Butch” Engen, 80
Eldor “Butch” Engen, 80 of Newfolden, MN passed away suddenly on Friday, April 10, 2026, with his loving wife by his side. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM with the service to celebrate Butch’s life at 11:00 AM on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Newfolden, MN with Russ Steer officiating. Burial… Continue reading Eldor “Butch” Engen, 80
Randy Marcotte, 38
Randy Marcotte, 38, of Karlstad, MN, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 6, 2026. Randy David was born on March 9, 1988, in Delta, CO, the son of Terry and Christine (Elvestad) Marcotte. He was raised in Minot, ND, where he graduated from Minot High School in 2007. Following graduation, Randy attended Northland Community &… Continue reading Randy Marcotte, 38
Thief River Falls Woman Charged After .19 DWI Stop
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A woman from Thief River Falls has been charged with third-degree DWI in Pennington County. The charge followed a traffic stop early on March 24, 2026, according to a criminal complaint. Traffic Stop on Highway 1 The complaint says a deputy saw a westbound vehicle cross the fog line and center… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Charged After .19 DWI Stop
Thief River Falls Court Cases: Theft, DWI, Fines
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A new round of court case updates from Thief River Falls and nearby agencies shows a mix of theft, DWI, traffic, and disorderly conduct cases. The cases involve the Thief River Falls Police Department, Pennington County Sheriff’s Office, Minnesota State Patrol, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The most… Continue reading Thief River Falls Court Cases: Theft, DWI, Fines
Thief River Falls Man Charged in Child Solicitation Case
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) Authorities said the case began on Feb. 18. That day, police received a report involving alleged contact on Snapchat with a 13-year-old boy. Teie has been summoned to appear in court. The case remains pending. Damian Marshall Teie, 29, of Thief River Falls, has been charged with felony electronic solicitation of… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged in Child Solicitation Case