Armed Robber Matching Albertville Thief's Description Strikes Again

A man who some metro detectives believe might be connected to a string of robberies has struck again, this time in the northeast suburb of Arden Hills.

Wright County Releases Photo of Albertville Bank Robber

The county is asking anyone with any information to call the Wright County Sheriff's Office at 763 682-7733.

UPDATE: Albertville Premier Bank Robbed at Gunpoint

Wright County Sheriff's Department and the FBI are searching for the gunman, who is described as a white male.

Otsego Man Sentenced to One Year in Prison for Fatal 2009 Crash

Gregory Allen Thomas, 48, was sentenced last Wednesday in Wright County District Court on charges of criminal vehicular homicide.

Fire and Police Calls Rise in St. Michael Over Halloween Week

They weren't trick-or-treat related, but the "holiday" week had crews from both the St. Michael Fire Department and the Wright County Sheriff's Office busy last week.

Father's Trial in St. Michael Teacher Shooting Delayed Again

Delbert Huber is still struggling to find a way for legal representation, and was granted more time to make arrangements before making his initial appearance on murder charges.

Rollover Near Albertville Highlights Fire, Police Calls

A rollover on County Road 37 last week resulted in minor injuries for a local driver. That, and other calls from the week in today's roundup.

DEVELOPING STORY: Fire Levels Barn North of Albertville Saturday

Four departments responded to a weekend blaze on McAlister Avenue in Otsego. A barn on the property was a total loss.

St. Michael Fire Department Trains with Controlled Burn

The structural fire on the corner of 241 and Naber Avenue in St. Michael was a practice run for St. Michael firefighters.

Elder Huber's Trial in St. Michael Teacher Shooting Delayed

Delbert Huber told a Kandiyohi County judge he hadn't secured an attorney for his initial hearing. As a result, the trial accusing him of killing St. Michael-Albertville teacher Timothy Larson has been delayed one week.

Albertville Arsonist Receives Five Month Jail Sentence

Thomas Robert Valentine, 34, pleaded guilty to starting the fire that leveled units at Stan’s Storage in Albertville last spring. He’ll also be subject to 10 years of probation.

UPDATE: Two Accused in St. Michael-Albertville Teacher's Murder to Make Court Appearance

Both men arrested in the shooting death of Timothy A. Larson are schedule to appear for Rule 8 hearings this afternoon in Willmar.

Car vs. Deer Crashes, Otsego Incidents Highlight Police and Fire Reports

Car vs. deer accidents are on the rise as fall sets in, and a few active days in Otsego have also kept Wright County deputies on their toes.

Sentencings: St. Michael and Albertville Area Sentencings for Week of Oct. 10

The following court cases involving area arrests were handed down last week in Wright County Court. Information is provided by the Wright County Attorney's Office.

Fire Calls Feature a Skid Steer Lost in Albertville

Albertville Fire responded to a skid steer fire Wednesday, highlighting a pretty quiet week in St. Michael and Albertville.

Distracted Driving Could Be a Danger for Wright County Deputies

The League of Minnesota Cities and St. Mary's University in the Twin Cities have organized a study to examine the impact of technology in squad cars on the officers who drive them. Wright County is taking notice.

UPDATE: Argument Over Chores, $50 Led to Albertville Teacher’s Shooting

Delbert Huber told Kandiyohi County authorities Tim Larson stole money, tractor parts before he allegedly shot him. Investigators found nothing to corroborate that claim.

Albertville Teacher Felt "Blessed," Was Respected by Peers

While everyone waits for the details surrounding Tim Larson's shooting to come to light, the community remembers a strong advocate for kids.

St. Michael-Albertville Middle School Teacher Shot, Killed

News sources are confirming that Timothy Larson, a special education teacher, was shot and killed over the weekend.

Fire in St. Michael's Preserve Highlights Police, Fire Calls

Both St. Michael and Albertville departments fought the blaze, which hit the home on 45th Street Court hard. A second call was made when a hotspot flared.

Sentencings: St. Michael and Albertville Area Sentencings for Week of Sept. 26

The following court cases involving area arrests were handed down last week in Wright County Court. Information is provided by the Wright County Attorney's Office.

St. Michael-Albertville Police and Fire Blotter: Sunday, Oct. 2

The following fire calls and local arrests were reported by the St. Michael Fire Department and Wright County deputies. All information has been provided by these agencies.

Fire Badly Damages St. Michael Preserve Home

The Friday morning fire started on a back porch of the home, located on 45th Court Northeast in St. Michael. No one was hurt.

Patrols Out in Full Force as September Rolls Along

Wright County Sheriff's deputies issued more than 100 violations over the last week, and made a handful of arrests in the St. Michael area. Meanwhile, the St. Michael Fire Department responded to several calls.

Morning Bus Accident in Albertville Sends Man to Hospital

An Albertville man was treated at North Memorial Medical Center for minor injuries after he was struck by a bus near Coborn's in Friday morning.

Elk River Man Nabbed After Trying To Fleece St. Michael Woman

A transaction-gone-wrong was rectified by the quick actions of the Wright County Sheriff's Department yesterday.

UPDATED: St. Michael-Albertville High School Students, Staff Lose One of Their Own

The St. Michael-Albertville School District is dealing with the loss of a student this week after the young man's death was reported to high school staff this morning.

Theft Charges Filed After Arrests in Albertville

A Minneapolis woman and a Burnsville teen were arrested on theft charges in Albertville last week, while Sunday's focus was on remembering fallen heroes.

Remembering 9/11: Amazing Grace, Stars and Stripes at Albertville Fire

A new friend paid tribute to old-fashioned heroes, as a bagpipe tribute highlighted Albertville Fire Department's remembrance of Sept. 11, 2001.

Labor Day Weekend Comes, Goes Without Much Action in St. Michael

It was a quiet Labor Day Weekend, for the most part, for local first responders.

Remembering 9/11: Albertville among Communities to 'Stop and Remember' on 9/11

Church bells in the community will also sound, and Mayor Mark Meehan honored the city's fire department and Wright County Sheriff's Deputies for their service in the 10 years since 9/11.

Albetville Shoe Salesman Charged with Felony Theft

A St. Michael man, 36, faces charges after a recent criminal investigation

St. Michael Man Charged With Theft

A St. Michael man was charged with theft during an otherwise quiet week in the area. Wright County Sheriff Joe Hagerty also is unveiling a drug take back program.

Close Call: Crews in Albertville Hit Gas Main on Lannon Avenue

The strike forced residents from their homes as gas spewed from the broken line.

Valentine Pleads Guilty to Albertville Arson

Thomas Robert Valentine entered a guilty plea at a hearing held last week.

Albertville Assault Results in Arrest, Man Missing on Mississippi River

The St. Michael Fire Department had a quiet week, but Wright County Deputies were busy with calls in this week's blotter.

Two Walk Away from Tuesday Crash at Border

Another mix-up at the intersection of Jason Avenue and LaBeaux left two vehicles badly damaged. Luckily, no one suffered major injury.

Wright County Sheriff’s Department still seeing trends in small crime

Sheriff urges “common sense” when it comes to what residents leave in cars.

Alcohol-related arrests on the rise in Wright County

Underage consumption citations and DUI's were up as August finished its first full week.

Kaiser Court Standoff Ends in Charges for St. Michael Man

A St. Michael man threatened a neighbor with a shotgun and then holed up in his home while authorities attempted to arrest him, according to a complaint filed in Wright County last week.