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Bryan Rodriguez, 18, of Long Prairie, was tragically killed in a single-vehicle rollover just before 9 p.m. on May 14 when he lost control of his vehicle, crossing Highway 71 from Riverside Drive. The incident was confirmed by the Minnesota State Patrol, which reported that Rodriguez was not wearing a seatbelt... Subscribe to get the rest of the story...

To the Editor: President Donald Trump recently told Americans there’s not enough money to take care of Americans because he has to pay for his war. But last year he sent Israel about $12 billion in military funding to mass murder the Palestinian people. What’s more important—taking care of Americans or killing Palestinian people? Tim King Long Prairie

by Karin L. Nauber karin@inhnews.com Before most people know what to do next, they’re already overwhelmed. An unexpected pregnancy can bring questions, fear, and uncertainty. For the past decade, the Pregnancy & Life Resource Center has been one place in the community of Long Prairie where people can come to slow things down, get answers, and figure out their next step. The organization, which first began meeting informally among local pastors, was inspired in part by exp

Father Joseph Herzing is facing five felony charges. The charges include stalking, third-degree criminal sexual conduct, and three counts of threats of violence. He served as a priest at the parishes of Christ the King in Browerville, St. Joseph in Clarissa, St. Joseph in Grey Eagle, St. Mary of Mount Carmel in Long Prairie, and St. John the Baptist in Swanville. Herzing was prohibited from all public ministry, pending the outcome of the judicial process. However, Herzing

Jeramiah Christopher Raper, 47, of Long Prairie was apprehended following a high-speed pursuit on Friday, March 27. According to court documents, Raper was initially sought on a warrant issued by the Minnesota Department of Corrections. At approximately 6:20 p.m., a parole agent alerted a Todd County Sheriff’s Sergeant that Raper had been spotted at a gas station in Browerville driving a Subaru Impreza. The sergeant located the vehicle and a chase ensued. Raper sped away, r

Central Bi-Products emitted higher levels of hydrogen sulfide than is allowed, causing odor complaints in the community of Long Prairie and resulting in a $3 million fine following an investigation by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). The Todd County Community Health & Human Services Department will receive $1.2 million of the $3 million fine. Specifically, the MPCA investigation found that Central Bi-Products violated a hydrogen sulfide limit of .03 parts per

To the Editor: On Saturday, March 28, Resist! Long Prairie will once again gather at the stoplights at the intersection of Highway 71 and County 38 from 2-3 p.m. to protest and demand a halt to Trump’s war and mushrooming evil authoritarianism. Our protest will be in conjunction with the national No Kings mobilization. We hope that you can come, bring a protest sign, and demand an end to policies that harm children, elders, and our families. We reject Trump and Fischbach’s

Father Joseph Herzing resigned from his position in February, The Diocese of St. Cloud notified the impacted parishes. Father Arlie Sowada is currently serving as the parochial administrator. Herzing was charged in Stearns County on November 26, 2025, with stalking, third-degree criminal sexual conduct, and three counts of threats of violence involving one adult... Subscribe to get the rest of the story...

To the Editor: Our U.S. Representative to the United States Congress is a Republican, right? Let’s imagine she is, for the sake of argument. I voted for Republican Richard Nixon and my Dad thought Barry Goldwater and Dwight Eisenhower were heroes. We voted for these guys, in part, because they were fiscal conservative. They thought the U.S. government should limit its spending while still serving Americans. But our U.S. Representative recently bragged up her support for th

The Wolves turned in a strong team performance at the BBE Invite, finishing third overall behind Mayer Lutheran and Marshall. Several wrestlers reached the podium, led by Brodie Pachan (139 lbs), who went a perfect 3-0 to claim the individual championship in his weight class. Hayden Hiebert (107 lbs) also had a solid tournament, finishing second place with a 1-1 record, while Tommy Miron (215 lbs) added another runner-up finish by going 2-1... Subscribe to get the rest of th