Rural Thief River Falls Woman arrested for attempted murder

A rural Thief River Falls woman faces charges following a weekend disturbance at a rural residence.   The following is the official press release from Pennington County Sheriff Seth Vettleson – July 22, 2025 In the morning hours of July 20th, 2025, the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office received a report of injuries to a juvenile in […]

Red Power Roundup coming to Thief River Falls in 2028

DNR announces forest spraying

Each year the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ Division of Forestry reforests thousands of acres of forestland. We use a variety of techniques and treatments to establish trees and ensure they survive, grow, and remain healthy. A small percentage of the sites we manage each year are treated with herbicides to control competing vegetation, either […]

Volunteers being sought

Lake Bronson — The Minnesota Historical Society is seeking volunteers for what hey are referring to as a “Once-In-A-Generation” Archaeological Survey. According to a news release, while the water levels at Lake Bronson are low during the on-going construction to replace the dam in Lake Bronson State Park, the Minnesota Historical Society, Department of Natural […]

Fosston Fire Fatality

FOSSTON –  Few details are available, but reports indicated one person is dead following a house fire early this morning in Fosston.    The Polk County Sheriff’s Office reports they receive a report of a house on fire at around 4:30pm. Upon arrival they found the home was engulfed in flames. When firefighters arrived one […]

One dead in shooting near Red Lake

The Red Lake Department of Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are investigating a shooting that occurred on June 20. According to a news release from Red Lake, authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred in the Heart Lake area, which is east of the town of Red Lake. Officers were dispatched to […]

Scam Alert!

The Pennington County Sheriff’s Office in Thief River Falls issued a notice on social media today that they have been made aware of a scam going around spoofing the law enforcement phone number stating the person has an outstanding warrant. The Sheriff’s Office reminds residents that they will never ask for payments over the phone […]

Cattle Barns, Corn Dogs and Carnivals!

County Fair season is here! County Fairs in Minnesota can be dated back to 1857, with the Dodge County Fair in Kasson. Northwest Minnesota has a rich tradition of County Fairs, and there is no shortage of opportunities to take in a summer celebration near you. Norman County Fair, June 19 – 21 Lake of […]

One injured in Thursday night crash!

One person was seriously injured in a two vehicle collision Thursday evening, June 19th,  just after 11pm, on Pennington County Road 27 near 125th Street Southeast in Hickory Township. The Minnesota State Patrol reports a 2022 Freightliner, driven by Wesley Winkelman,, 68, of Oak Grove, MN, and a 2012 Buick LaCrosse, driven by Lily Anne […]

NOW HIRING 06-16-2025

Pennington County is looking for motivated individuals with excellent communication skills to serve as Corrections Officers. Candidates must be committed to our mission, energetic, observant, and have good decision-making skills. In addition, they must have a positive attitude and be a role model to others. Good computer skills and the ability to multi-task are essential. […]