J.B. Tree Farm
Cut your own Christmas Tree or they will cut it for you.
(free shaking and bailing, weather permitting)
Choose from Scotch, Norway, White Pine, Balsam, Fraser Fir, Canaan Fir or Spruce
Wreaths, Tree Stand, Bags and Nutcrackers
Open Daily from 10am to 6pm
22591 153 rd Street – Pierz, Mn
320-468-2624
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Monday, December 1, 2025
The Minnesota State Patrol reported numerous injury accidents this past weekend on Minnesota roadways many due to the icy conditions and driving too fast for them. A South Dakota woman was injured Sunday morning around 10:30am when her vehicle slid off Highway 371 near Fort Ripley into the ditch. 64-year-old Sandra Fenske was taken to Brainerd hospital with injuries. Saturday around 10:30am two vehicles collided on Highway 371 at Soder Road in Crow Wing County. Both drivers and a 14 year old passenger in one vehicle were treated for non life threatening injuries. On Sunday between 1pm to 4pm there were numerous accidents reported on Interstate 94 in Otter Tail County which started with a semi-truck jack knifing which caused a chain reaction of accidents as many braking fast on some icy surfaces. Luckily there were no fatalities but the semi-truck driver was taken to the Twin Cities with serious injuries. All others reportedly had non life threatening injuries. The State Patrol said that there could still be icy conditions on some roadways as the temperatures are staying well below the freezing point and cold and some more snow is forecast later this week for the state. For the latest road conditions go to this link 511mn.org.
The Stearns County Highway Department is asking residents to be careful where they throw their snow. While the agency is appreciative of people clearing driveways and sidewalks, they are reminding them not to push it out onto public roads. It is actually a misdemeanor crime punishable by a $700 fine and a three-month jail sentence in the worst-case scenario. Officials say that when snow gets dumped onto roads, it becomes a hazard for drivers. Perhaps less obvious, it also becomes a problem for snowplows. They can be damaged if they hit compacted or frozen snow. Another potential problem is the risk of snowdrifts. In the windier, open parts of western Stearns County, they can wind up being significantly deeper than the surrounding snow. Vehicles often get caught in them, requiring a tow.
Temperatures starting below zero in many parts of the state today December 1st and Minnesotans are used to the cold, but this season might bring a chill we haven’t felt in years. Meteorologists forecast the coldest December in the past 10 years with the average temperatures in the first half of December to stay below the freezing mark with highs this week no warmer than 22 degrees and lows by Wednesday and Thursday night near 10 below zero in central Minnesota. Ice fishing, ski resorts, snowmobilers and others many enjoy the colder conditions with also snow systems also forecasted in the next 10-15 days about every other day of bringing more light snow showers. Iowa is calling for a December with a lot of snow 14+ inches fell last week and another large system Wednesday through Friday could bring another foot to the state to the south with Minnesota not expected to see a lot of accumulating snow later this week just the cold temps.
Healthcare officials are warning residents about a dangerous rise in carbon monoxide poisonings as winter sets in, calling renewed attention to a gas often described as the “silent killer.” Carbon monoxide, which is odorless, colorless and tasteless, can build up quickly in enclosed spaces and, if not treated promptly, can cause serious damage to the heart and brain or even be fatal. There were 12 cases so far in November of carbon monoxide poisoning. Multiple carbon monoxide patients say the gas lack of warning signs makes it especially dangerous, because people may not realize they are in trouble until they become dizzy, lightheaded, or lose consciousness. The Minnesota Regional Poison Center offers these tips for combating carbon monoxide poisoning during the coldest months of the year: Never use a charcoal or gas grill inside a house, garage, closed-in porch, or tent. Do not use charcoal in the fireplace. Have your furnace inspected and adjusted before every heating season. When using the fireplace to burn wood or gas logs, make sure the flue is open and the chimney is not blocked. Have your chimney, fireplace, wood stoves, and flues inspected before every heating season. Do not use a kerosene heater or gas logs for heat unless you have a working carbon monoxide alarm. Never use a generator inside your home – not even in the basement, garage, or porch. Keep it outside, far from the house. Never use a gas stove or oven to heat the house. Never leave a car running inside a garage, even if the garage door is open. Never sleep in a parked car while the engine is running. Get a carbon monoxide detector, with a battery back-up system, for your home. If you have a big house, get more than one detector.
Ryan Webber Conductor of the Heartland Symphony Orchestra invites all to their winter concert Home for the Holidays Saturday at 7:30pm at Charles D. Martin Auditorium in Little Falls and Sunday at 2pm at the Center for the Arts in Brainerd. Free admission but donations are appreciated. Come and hear the holiday favorites and some new ones created by Minnesota conductors and writers. Get more details at this link for heartlandsymphony.com here.
Death Notices: LeRoy Walter Krueger, age 89 of Royalton. Diane D. Gwost, age 72 of Flensburg. Jacquelyn 'Jackie' Magee, age 89 of Randall. Mary F. Lawrence, age 90 of Little Falls.
Weather: increasing clouds today, high 17, partial clearing tonight, few flurries early, low -3. Tuesday increasing clouds again high 25, light snow Tuesday night low around 17, then temps fall through the day on Wednesday and breezy, temps drop to 5 above by 5pm with wind chills below zero. Clear and very cold Wednesday night low -14, wind chills near -25. Thursday sunny skies, high near 13, low around 0.
Sports: tough day for former Gopher Max Brosmer, 4 interceptions and 4 sacks as the Vikings get shut out for the first time since 2007 as Seattle beat the Vikings 26-0 yesterday in Seattle dropping the Vikings to 4-8 on the season. The Vikings take on Washington December 7th. Chicago beat Philadelphia 24-15 in the NFL Friday, Bears in 1st place in division at 9-3. Giants vs. New England tonight 6pm on MNF on AM960 KLTF. Gophers beat Wisconsin in the snow Saturday 17-7 to keep Paul Bunyan's axe. Gophers finish regular season 7-5 and wait to see what bowl game they will receive. Wild wins in a shootout Friday 3-2 over Colorado to win their 7th straight game but lost 3-2 in a shootout to Buffalo Saturday ending their winning streak. High School Boys Basketball Tuesday Pierz at Swanville game time at 7pm live on 94ROCKS and fallsradio.com.
Friday, November 28, 2025
Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories have been issued for the next big snow event in Minnesota. Warnings were issued along the southern Minnesota Rochester, Mankato, Marshall and Red...
Thursday, November 27, 2025
The Staff and Management of Little Falls Radio wants to wish everyone a very HAPPY THANKSGIVING TODAY. Little Falls Radio thanks all who listen to, sponsor and advertise with Little...
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
As of 7:30am- Schools closed Upsala, Swanville, Pillager, Long Prairie Grey Eagle, Brainerd, Onamia. Also announced that Pierz, Browerville and Staples-Motley are doing e-learning days no students in class also...
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
All After School and evening activities for Little Falls, Pierz, Royalton, Upsala and Swanville school have been canceled or postponed including all practices and games. A Winter Storm Warning has...
