Tim Speier

Brainerd

Journalist at Brainerd Dispatch

Journalist, BBQ lover and beer drinker. Public Safety for @brd_dispatch

Articles

Crow Wing County signs enforcement agreement with ICE

1 week ago | brainerddispatch.com | Tim Speier

BRAINERD — Six sheriff departments, including the Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office, have signed enforcement agreements with Immigration and Customs Enforcement this year. According to the ICE website, Cass, Crow Wing, Freeborn, Itasca, Jackson and Kandiyohi counties are participating in the agency’s 287(g) program . The three program models are jail enforcement, task force and warrant service officer.
Judge Askegaard retires from the bench

2 weeks ago | brainerddispatch.com | Tim Speier

BRAINERD — With more than 15 years on the bench serving the citizens of the 9th Judicial District in Minnesota, Crow Wing County District Court Judge Erik J. Askegaard hung up his judicial robes for the last time June 5. “I remember when he got appointed to the bench. So, I've known him quite a while,” said Don Ryan, Crow Wing County Attorney.
48-hour rule: Local law enforcement calls on state to do more

2 weeks ago | brainerddispatch.com | Tim Speier

BRAINERD — Sheriff’s departments sound alarm as systems in place to keep the community safe are failing them. Forum Communication reporters wrote that over 50 sheriffs and county attorneys gathered at the state Capitol on Thursday, June 5, to raise concerns about a lack of funding for mental health facilities in this year’s Human Services budget bill — and the need for a bonding bill.
Brainerd Lakes Safe Ride gives rides to over 5,000 patrons

2 weeks ago | brainerddispatch.com | Tim Speier

BRAINERD — Working into its third year, Brainerd Lakes Safe Ride brought more than 5,000 riders safely home from area establishments. Through a free or greatly reduced cost for patrons, Brainerd Lakes Safe Ride is able to provide rides to those who’ve had a drink and need a ride home.
Alert workers clear building during downtown fire

3 weeks ago | brainerddispatch.com | Tim Speier

BRAINERD — Maintenance workers helped to keep a bad situation from becoming worse after a fire started in a downtown Brainerd building. The Brainerd Fire Department responded to the multistory building fire at 10:56 a.m. Wednesday, June 4, on the 600 block of Front Street. Brainerd Fire Chief Tim Holmes said workers for the property owner were in the building when they noticed the fire on the second floor. He said they called 911 and then began evacuating the residents of the building.
Crosslake woman found guilty on all counts in child torture trial

3 weeks ago | inforum.com | Tim Speier |Renee Richardson

BRAINERD — Jorden Nicole Borders, the 34-year-old Crosslake woman on trial for torturing her three children, was found guilty on all criminal charges Wednesday, June 4, in Crow Wing County District Court. Borders was found guilty by Judge Patricia Aanes on all 11 counts in which she was charged — one count of first-degree attempted murder, three counts of child torture, three counts of stalking and four counts of theft of medical costs.
Family, attorneys react to Borders guilty verdicts in child torture case

3 weeks ago | pineandlakes.com | Tim Speier |Renee Richardson

BRAINERD — Jorden Nicole Borders, the 34-year-old Crosslake woman on trial for torturing her three children, was found guilty on all criminal charges. Borders, appearing Wednesday, June 4, in Crow Wing County District Court, was found guilty by Judge Patricia Aanes on all 11 counts in which she was charged — one count of first-degree attempted murder, three counts of child torture, three counts of stalking and four counts of theft of medical costs.
Family, attorneys react to Borders guilty verdicts in child torture case

3 weeks ago | brainerddispatch.com | Tim Speier |Renee Richardson

BRAINERD — Jorden Nicole Borders, the 34-year-old Crosslake woman on trial for torturing her three children, was found guilty on all criminal charges. Borders, appearing Wednesday, June 4, in Crow Wing County District Court, was found guilty by Judge Patricia Aanes on all 11 counts in which she was charged — one count of first-degree attempted murder, three counts of child torture, three counts of stalking and four counts of theft of medical costs.
Front Street fire in downtown Brainerd on June 4, 2025 klick! Gallery

3 weeks ago | brainerddispatch.com | Kelly Humphrey |Tim Speier

Emergency personnel respond to a fire on Front Street on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in downtown Brainerd. Kelly Humphrey / Brainerd Dispatch Firefighters are on the scene of the fire on Front Street on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in downtown Brainerd. Kelly Humphrey / Brainerd Dispatch Smoke escapes from fissures in the building on Front Street on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in downtown Brainerd.
Crow Wing County 4-H to host animal science day

3 weeks ago | brainerddispatch.com | Tim Speier

BRAINERD — From goats to dogs, those looking to learn and interact with animals are invited to Crow Wing County’s 4-H animal science day Saturday, June 8, at the Crow Wing County Fairgrounds. The event is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will have multiple live animal interaction areas where families can explore animal sciences offered in 4-H and to allow everyone to have fun while learning. Crow Wing County’s 4-H Youth Extension Educator Sashanna O'Shea said the event is free and open to all.