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Fatal Collision: Truck Hits Railroad Bridge Near Willmar
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🗞️ Fatal Collision: Truck Hits Railroad Bridge Near Willmar
🗞️ Search and Rescue Teams Recover Hunter and Dog in Sacred Heart Area
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Fatal Collision: Truck Hits Railroad Bridge Near Willmar
A fatal crash occurred Tuesday morning near Willmar when a truck collided with a railroad bridge, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. Around 7:15 AM, a 2018 Peterbilt straight truck was traveling northbound on Highway 71 when it struck the bridge.
The driver, a 67-year-old man from Spicer, succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash.
Officials noted the driver was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the incident.
The Minnesota State Patrol will release the identity of the deceased after notifying the family.
Multiple agencies assisted at the scene, including the Kandiyohi County Sheriff’s Office, Willmar Police Department, Willmar Fire Department, and Kandiyohi County Rescue.
Search and Rescue Teams Recover Hunter and Dog in Sacred Heart Area
A 70-year-old hunter and his dog were safely recovered following a coordinated search effort on Monday, December 30, according to the Renville County Sheriff’s Office.
The man, identified as James Knutson, was reported overdue at approximately 5:50 PM after failing to return home from a pheasant hunting trip near Renville County Road 12 and 810th Avenue, about three miles southeast of Sacred Heart, MN.
Friends and law enforcement located Knutson’s vehicle near the Sacred Heart Waterfowl Protection Area, a 700-acre public hunting site.
During the search, gunshots believed to be a signal for help were heard.
Emergency responders launched a ground search using ATVs and on foot. Voice contact was made, and Knutson and his dog were found unharmed at approximately 6:55 PM.
The search effort involved several agencies, including the Renville County Sheriff’s Office, Sacred Heart Fire Department, Sacred Heart First Responders, Renville Police Department, Minnesota State Patrol, and Granite Falls Ambulance.
Upcoming Area Events
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Wednesday, January 8th (first Wednesday of every month)
Dementia Caregiver Support Group from 10:00 - 11:30 AM at Adult Community Center in Marshall
Open to everyone, come when you can, no cost or obligation to attend, refreshments available
For questions contact Jamie Lanners (507) 828-8891
Friday, January 17th
United Way of Southwest Minnesota and Visit Marshall, MN present Brau Brother’s Beer Pairing Event at Brau Brothers in Marshall starting at 6:00 PM
All funds raised will support the local work of United Way of Southwest Minnesota.
Deadline to register for “4 Person Puzzle Challenge” in Cottonwood
Saturday, January 18th
Live Music with Elizabetsy at the Bluenose Gopher Public House in Grantie Falls from 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Monday, January 20th
Minnesota State Parks - Free Park Day (no vehicle permits required)
Thursday, January 22nd
YMIC Business Tour Day
Saturday, January 25th
4 Person Puzzle Challenge at the Cottonwood Community Center starting at 1:00 PM
Registration begins at 12:30
Deadline to register is January 17th - Register here
Mid-Winter Community Celebration at The Rock: Dining and Events in Granite Falls from 5:30 - 9:00 PM
Social Hour with Appetizers, Silent Auction & Entertainment
Tickets are $39.19
Live music with Strictly Herbal at the Bluenose Gopher Public House in Granite Falls from 7:00 - 9:00 PM
No cover charge
Saturday, February 8th
Pre-Valentine’s Weekend Comedy Show at The Rock: Dining & Events in Granite Falls at 8:00 PM
Special Event with David Harris
Friday, February 14th
Father & Daughter Valentine’s Dance at the YMCA in Marshall from 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Mother & Son Valentine’s Dance at the YMCA in Marshall from 6:00 - 8:00 PM
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