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Fatal Motorcycle Crash
An Albany man was killed in a motorcycle crash. The Stearns County Sheriff's Office says the incident happened at about 11:50 a.m. on Friday in Wakefield Township, about 1 1/2 miles north of Cold Spring. Deputies determined 64-year-old Stephen Gretsch was traveling southbound on County Road 50 with two other motorcyclists. As the group entered the curve near Glenwood Road, Gretsch's motorcycle continued straight and left the roadway, entering the southbound ditch. The motorcycle sustained extensive damage consistent with having rolled during the crash. A fiber-optic cable box and utility pole were also struck and damaged. Gretsch had owned KLFD Radio in Litchfield since 2005 and hosted the station’s morning show.
Homicide Investigatrion
The Wright County Sheriff's Office has released more information about a homicide investigation. On Thursday at about 7:30 a.m., deputies were called to 9127 State Highway 25 Northeast in the city of Monticello for a report of an unresponsive man. He has been identified as 57-year-old Daniel Ferdelman of Monticello. Evidence gathered at the scene indicated he had been in a recent altercation with another man identified as 48-year-old Steven Stahlberg of Monticello. Ferdelman's cause of death was later ruled a homicide by the Midwest Medical Examiner's Office. An extensive statewide search was conducted by the Wright County Sheriff's Office and other Law Enforcement agencies. Stahlberg's vehicle was found at about 9:45 a.m. on Thursday by the Cass County Sheriff's Office and agents from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
Gas Prices
The national average price of gasoline on Labor Day set a new all-time record for the holiday, eclipsing the previous mark of $3.83 per gallon set in 2012. Diesel's record fell as well, with the national average reaching $5.87 per gallon on September 3rd, surpassing the prior all-time high of $5.82 per gallon set in 2012. GasBuddy says $6 per gallon is a realistic possibility in the weeks ahead if Ukraine's continued attacks on Russian refining infrastructure keep knocking capacity offline. The national average price of diesel has increased 29.7 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $5.86 per gallon. The national average price of gasoline has risen 2.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.09 per gallon. Average gasoline prices in Minnesota have fallen 3.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.95.
Hit And Run
The St. Joseph Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run crash with injuries. They are looking to see if any residents may have camera footage or if anyone may have witnessed the crash. The crash happened at the intersection of Minnesota Street East and 12th Avenue Southeast sometime between 11:35 p.m. on Saturday and 12:15 a.m. on Sunday. The suspect vehicle, which struck an individual on a scooter, was traveling southbound on 12th Avenue Southeast and sustained front-end damage and possibly a damaged windshield. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police department at (320) 363-8250.
Tubing Accident
Two juveniles were seriously injured Sunday evening when a tube they were riding collided with an unoccupied boat on Big Kandiyohi Lake, according to the Kandiyohi County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office responded to the crash at about 6:34 p.m. Sept. 6 in the 6600 block of 126th Avenue SE in rural Lake Lillian, Fahlun Township. Deputies learned a pontoon was pulling a tube carrying four juveniles when the tube struck an unoccupied boat, authorities said. Two of the four riders suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The two injured juveniles were taken by ambulance to CentraCare Hospital in Willmar for treatment. The other two riders were not hurt. All four were wearing life jackets at the time of the collision, the Sheriff’s Office said. The Blomkest Fire Department, Kandiyohi County Rescue Squad, Lake Lillian Ambulance and CentraCare Ambulance assisted at the scene. The Kandiyohi County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the crash.
Upcoming Local Events & KEYL/KXDL Events
51st Annual Lone Eagle Auto Club Car Show & Swap Meet
51st Annual Lone Eagle Auto Club "Top 60 Car Show", Swap Meet and Used Car Corral, Sunday September 13, 2026 from 7:00am - 2:00pm RAIN OR SHINE. This event is being held at the Morrison Count...
Parkinson's Support Group
Parkinson's Support Group Meeting for anyone with Parkinson's, their families and caregivers will meet next on October 6, 2026 at 2:00pm at CentraCare Long Prairie (20 9th Street SE) West Campus bo...
Peace United Church Hotdish Lunch
Peace United Church in Long Prairie (524 Central Avenue) is holding their Hotdish Lunch on Sunday, September 20, 2026 from 10:30am - 1:00pm. Variety of Hotdish, Bread with butter & Desserts.&...
St. John's Catholic Church 41st Annual Craft Fair
St. John's Catholic Church in Swanville will be holding their 41st Annual Craft Fair on Saturday, October 3rd from 9:00am - 3:00pm. 50+ exhibitors!! Other attractions include cakewalks,...
Eagle Bend Lions Gun Bingo
Eagle Bend Lions will be holding GUN BINGO on Sunday, October 25th at the Eagle Bend Vets Club. Doors will open at 11:00am, Bingo starts at 2:00pm with 10 games. MUST BE 18 TO PLAY. &nb...
Hilltop 8th Annual Waffle Feed
Hilltop Regional Kitchen (131 Park Ave, Eagle Bend) will be holding their 8th Annual Waffle Feed on Sunday, September 20th!! Serving: Waffles, Sausage, Applesauce, Strawberries, Whipped Cream...
Todd County Farm Bureau Fall Harvest Banquet
Todd County Farm Bureau will be holding their Fall Harvest Banquet on Friday, September 11, 2026 at 50385 County 83 Staples MN. Presenting James Wedgwood - Comedy/Ventriloquism. Social ...
Zion Lutheran Church 2026 Harvest Festival
Sauk Centre Zion Lutheran Church (316 Maple Street) will be holding their 2026 Harvest Festival on Sunday, September 12 from 5:00 - 7:00pm. Menu: Tender roast beef, real mashed potatoes, glaz...
KEYL/KXDL
If your non-profit group or organization has an event coming up that you would like publicized, send the information to KEYL/KXDL PO Box 187 Long Prairie, MN 56347 or you can drop it off Monday thr...
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