The Olmstead County man accused of killing his pregnant girlfriend and her 2-year-old daughter appeared in court Tuesday morning. Ranard Carter’s attorney has not entered a plea saying more time is needed to gather evidence. Police said Carter was identified as a suspect in the murder early in the investigation and was located and arrested … Read more
A 60 year old Austin man is facing multiple weapons charges in connection to a 2019 case. James Lee Chris Walker, who was found to be in possession of several rifles, shotguns, pistols, revolvers and ammunition after a search warrant was executed at his residence on 4th Street Southwest last year, appeared in Mower County … Read more
Albert Lea will allow fans for the remainder of the football season, with COVID safety protocols. According to a press release, no more than 250 people will be allowed at games, and spectators will be required to follow Minnesota Department of Health guidelines, including sitting socially distanced from other fans, and wearing masks. -0-
Hayfield Public Schools is battling COVID. The Superintendent has announced a move to hybrid learning after an increase in COVID-19 numbers within Dodge County. He said they will be moving grades 7-12 into hybrid instruction starting next Monday, Oct. 19, and the learning model will be similar to Austin Public Schools, according to a notice … Read more
If you are looking for something fun and safe for the kiddos to do on Halloween, look no further! A Trunk-of-Treat at Pumpkins in the Prairie event will be taking place on Halloween from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. hosted by B to Z Hardware. This family friendly event in Downtown Blooming Prairie will include … Read more
WELLS – A Wells teenager was charged Monday with sexual assault and terrorist threat. Adrian Scott Banashak, 19, is accused of touching two underage girls inappropriately, and threatening to kill a man, at a Wells residence on Sunday, according to a court complaint. -0-
(ABC 6 News) – The National Guard was called in to help after a COVID outbreak at Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin. Five guard members arrived over the weekend and began helping take care of residents. One is an RN and four of them are medical techs. -0-
AUSTIN, Minn. – An Austin man has accepted a plea deal in a 2019 “dark web” drug case. Levi Willis Wollschlager, 22, pleaded guilty Monday in connection to buying multiple illegal narcotics online and then selling them. He is facing 5th degree drug possession and being a drug user in possession of firearms. His sentencing … Read more
ALBERT LEA, Minn. – Trial for an Albert Lea man jailed for shooting and kidnapping incidents is set to begin on January 19, 2021, in Mower County District Court. Omar Rodriguez, 26, is accused of holding a man prisoner after he responded to a Facebook post from a woman on April 6, and then posting … Read more
ABC 6 News) – Olmsted County Commission District 1 candidates faced off in an exclusive election 2020 debate presented by ABC 6 News, Post Bulletin and 125 LIVE. The candidates answered a variety of questions including what equity issued in the county, affordable housing options for older residents on fixed incomes, and public transportation. -0-