Wadena Man Charged After Car-Ramming Assault

Jaeden Donald Carpenter

Wadena County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Wadena man is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after a reported domestic dispute. Jaeden Donald Carpenter, 21, of Wadena, has been charged with felony domestic assault. He is also charged with fourth-degree criminal damage to property, a misdemeanor. The complaint lists the alleged offense date as December 11, 2025. The… Continue reading Wadena Man Charged After Car-Ramming Assault

Wadena: Lennon charged with sex conduct, assault

Wadena: Lennon charged with sex conduct, assault

Wadena County (trfnews.i234.me) — John Patrick Lennon, 39, of Wadena, is facing three felony charges in district court. Court records list two counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct. They also list one count of felony domestic assault. The charges were filed in Wadena County District Court on Feb. 3, 2026. The case follows an investigation… Continue reading Wadena: Lennon charged with sex conduct, assault

Menahga Crash on Hwy 71 Injures One Driver

Menahga Crash on Hwy 71 Injures One Driver

MENAHGA, Wadena County (trfnews.i234.me) — A three-vehicle crash on icy Highway 71 hurt one driver. It happened on Friday, January 16, 2026. What happened The Minnesota State Patrol said a 2017 Volvo tractor-truck was headed south on Highway 71. It collided with two SUVs that were headed north. The crash happened near Highway 71 and… Continue reading Menahga Crash on Hwy 71 Injures One Driver

Menahga Hwy 71 Crash Sends One to Hospital

Menahga Hwy 71 Crash Sends One to Hospital

Wadena County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) A semi and two SUVs crashed Friday evening in Menahga. Minnesota State Patrol says the crash happened at about 6:01 pm on Friday, January 16, 2026. The location was Hwy 71 at 11th Street SE in Menahga. Early radio traffic described a serious “car versus semi” crash with one person trapped.… Continue reading Menahga Hwy 71 Crash Sends One to Hospital