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by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com Pink Peony is a new boutique and floral shop located in a historic building in downtown Browerville. The owner, Amy Tolifson, is balancing her new store with her established photography business while striving to create a welcoming space for customers. Tolifson shared that the opportunity to open Pink Peony arose unexpectedly. She spotted a “building for sale” sign on BK Blooms while getting her hair done at 521 Salon, which is in th

Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire the Clarissa branch of Unity Bank, subject to regulatory approval. The transaction is expected to be completed prior to the end of 2026. This acquisition reflects Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union’s continued commitment to expanding its presence and strengthening relationships in the communities it serves. “We are excited to welcome the customers and employees of Unity Bank’s Clarissa

An Eagle Bend man is facing three felony charges after authorities say stolen power tools were found at his home following a burglary at a rural Eagle Bend property. Tyler John Pittman, 26, is charged with third-degree burglary, theft, and receiving stolen property. Each charge carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both. According to the criminal complaint, a Todd County sheriff’s deputy responded to a report of stolen power tools on July 14

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According to court documents, Jamie Allen Werner, 41, of Long Prairie, is charged with one count of first-degree criminal sexual conduct for allegedly using coercion to sexually penetrate another person and causing injury, and one count of third-degree criminal sexual conduct for allegedly using coercion to sexually penetrate another person. If convicted, the first-degree charge carries a mandatory prison sentence of at least 144 months (12 years) under Minnesota law, while

Highway 71 Crews are wrapping up work on Hwy. 29. This week, they’ll shift gears to Hwy. 71 between Aldrich Ave. and Franklin Ave. Work in this area will run into early September, at which time both Hwy. 29 and Hwy. 71 will be resurfaced and finished. Improvements include: storm sewer upgrades, new sidewalks and pedestrian ramps, replacing the signal at Hwy. 29 and adding pedestrian signals at Aldrich Ave. and Bryant Ave. What to expect: one lane of traffic open in each di

by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com What began in 1951 as a small group of rural women wanting to start a garden club has blossomed into a 75-year tradition of friendship, flowers, and community service in Verndale and beyond. The Verndale Country Garden Club met at the home of member Vicki Thompson in July, where they combined regular business with education. Members participated in a quiz about fireflies, finalized plans for their Verndale parade float, and discussed

According to court documents, two 19-year-old men have been charged for causing property damage during a night of vandalism in Verndale, which totaled over $15,000. The men, Eathon Robert Phillips from Wadena and Tristin James Richard Nichols from Perham, are both facing serious charges of first-degree criminal damage to property, as the damage they caused was more than $1,000. The vandalism occurred May 24-25, 2025, when Phillips, Nichols, and three juveniles allegedly wal

Grief is contagious. To say this has been a busy and stressful summer would be an understatement. Mom’s battle with cancer has been only half of it. Recently, my boyfriend lost his older brother to cancer. After spending his entire life in and out of hospitals for medical conditions he was born with, and for countless surgeries, and also living with a tracheostomy, he made the difficult decision not to pursue treatment. He was only 41 years old. From what little time I kn