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  • 2 teens killed, others hurt in overnight Chisago County crash


    An overnight crash in Chisago County, Minnesota, has left two teenagers dead, according to the Lakes Area police department. 

    The Lakes Area Police Department says dispatchers were notified of a crash just before 2 a.m. Saturday near the intersection of Stacy and Ivywood trails in Chisago City. 

    Two vehicles, a Toyota Camry and a Toyota 4-Runner, were found near that same intersection by first responders. 

    Police say the Camry was driven by a 14-year-old, and two 15-year-old boys were in the vehicle. Meanwhile, the 4-Runner was driven by a 17-year-old boy, and an 18-year-old was with him, according to the department. 

    One of the 15-year-old boys died at the scene, while the other 15-year-old and the 14-year-old were flown to Regions Hospital for what are described by police as serious injuries. 

    Police add the 4-Runner’s driver was also flown to Regions Hospital for what they say are life-threatening injuries. Police say he later died from his injuries. The 18-year-old in the 4-Runner was brought to Hennepin County Medical Center by ambulance.

    No other details about the extent of injuries or the teens’ conditions were immediately available. The names of the teens involved haven’t been released due to family notification. 

    Lakes Area police say alcohol may have been a factor due to it being found at the crash scene. The State Patrol will be reconstructing the crash, while the Lakes Area Police Department is leading the investigation. 

    Krystal Frasier

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  • Franconia Sculpture Park seeking donations after $100K grant falls through

    Franconia Sculpture Park, an outdoor museum on 50 acres in Chisago County, Minnesota, is reaching out for community support after it says the funding it relies on didn’t come through. 

    The nonprofit has been around for about 30 years and hosts artists in a residency program. Many of those artists are focused on creating large contemporary pieces, which visitors can see for free year-round. 

    “For many years, Franconia Sculpture Park has been funded by organizations, like the National Endowment for the Arts,” Executive Director Alex Legeros said.

    But this year, he says some of those funding sources haven’t come through, including a $100,000 grant the nonprofit expected to rely on through next year. Legeros points to changes in grant policies at the federal level.

    “Those funds didn’t come through because of changes in grant policies and procedures and those federal agencies that are no longer able to make those grants,” he said.

    While this doesn’t change the fact that Franconia Sculpture Park is free to visit, the organization has now started a membership program to encourage donations.

    Maggie and Gary Marx visited the park on Thursday, driving in from St. Paul. 

    “It’s unique, it’s a nice change from the cities,” said Gary Marx. “Everybody’s pocketbook is tight for the most part but I think if people can give what they can from their heart, that’s important.”

    The Manitou Fund is matching donations up to $40,000 for the next few weeks.

    Ashley Grams

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  • A 6-year-old is in critical condition after a head on crash near Stacy

    A 6-year-old is in critical condition after a head on crash near Stacy

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    STACY, Minn. — A 6-year-old girl and four others were injured in a head-on crash in Stacy. 

    The Chisago County Sheriff’s Office says the crash happened just after 10:30 Saturday morning on Stacy Trail near Falcon Avenue. 

    All five people involved in the crash needed medical attention, the 6-year-old was flown to a trauma center where she is in critical condition. 

    The other four were take to area hospitals and are expected to survive. 

    Alcohol is suspected to be a factor in the crash and an adult male has been detained. 

    The Chisago County Sheriff’s Office is investigating. 

    WCCO Staff


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