This Week’s Top Stories

Here are a few of this week’s top stories from the KBRFRadio.com Newsroom:

Population Growth Stalling In Minnesota For Second Year – North Dakota Sees Increase

Minnesota’s population growth is stalling.

Flu hospitalizations down in MN for second-straight week

The latest report shows flu-related hospitalizations are down in Minnesota for the second week in a row, with some hoping a season that started early will end early.

Bill Honoring Fallen Perham Minnesota National Guardsman on its Way to the White House for Signing

A bill to name post offices in Minnesota after three national guardsmen killed in a helicopter crash near St. Cloud has now made it through both houses of Congress.

Marquart Named Commissioner of Revenue

An outgoing Minnesota House of Representatives member has been appointed Commissioner of Revenue.

Otter Tail County Temporarily Pauses the Sale of THC

The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners has unanimously passed an interim ordinance that places a one-year moratorium on the sale of THC edibles and beverages in Otter Tail County.

Vining Farm Family Honored for Conservation Efforts

Each year, the West Otter Tail Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) recognizes individuals or organizations for outstanding accomplishments in implementing conservation practices that improve and protect Otter Tail County’s natural resources.

Man arrested after damaging motel room in Osakis, barricading himself inside

Douglas County authorities say a man is under arrest for damaging a motel room and barricading himself inside Monday afternoon.

Fergus Falls Man Charged with 2nd Degree Murder in St Paul

Fergus Falls man charged with 2^nd degree murder in St Paul.

Fergus Falls Students Helping the Community with Snow Removal during Their Winter Break

Students at Fergus Falls High School will be spending part of their winter break assisting residents with snow removal.

Fergus Area College Foundation now offers automatic scholarships

Fergus Area College Foundation is simplifying its scholarship award process for M State Fergus Falls campus students.

OTC Sheriff’s Office Responds to Gun Shots in Pelican Rapids

Just before 3 Saturday morning, Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of five to six gunshots being heard in an apartment building in Pelican Rapids.

Toast and Union Pizza Transition Ownership

Greater Fergus Falls (GFF) is privileged to announce that both TÖAST and Union Pizza, located at 116 and 114 N. Union, respectively, are set to reopen under new ownership after January 1st, 2023.

Minnesota Utilities Urge Customers to Prepare for Bitter Cold

With the coldest arctic blast of the season so far headed toward Minnesota, utilities are urging customers to turn down their thermostat at night and when they’re away.

Bison Fans Donate Tickets To Fargo Area Veterans

Bison fans helped Fargo area veterans to see North Dakota State University play at the Fargodome.