Fire at Forsman Farms in Howard Lake burns chicken barn
An early morning fire at Forsman Farms in Howard Lake led to several agencies responding to contain the blaze, and authorities asking residents to conserve water usage in an effort to help them.
Howard Lake woman struck, killed at Highway 12 intersection
A woman was killed in Howard Lake while crossing a Highway 12 intersection on Wednesday.
Report: Howard Lake fire was started by child playing with lighter
A State Fire Marshal's report revealed that a fire that spread to a historic church in Howard Lake last week was started by a seven-year-old child.
Howard Lake fire damages historic church, 2 homes
A large fire in Howard Lake on Sunday spread to at least two homes and a church that was built more than a century ago.
Massive fire breaks out at commercial egg farm near Cokato, Minn.
A late-night fire at a commercial egg farm likely left thousands of chickens dead Saturday night near Cokato, Minnesota.
Fire at Howard Lake playground used by special education students intentionally set, city says
The City of Howard Lake is asking for the public’s help after someone reportedly set fire to a playground primarily used by special education students.
52-year-old man reported missing July 9, last seen near Howard Lake, Minnesota
The Wright County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s help to find a 52-year-old man who was last seen near Howard Lake, Minnesota.
Howard Lake fire chief dies of unexpected heart attack, firefighters pay respects during procession
Fire departments will pay their respects Tuesday to Howard Lake Fire Chief Daryl "Taddy" Drusch, who died of a suspected heart attack after responding to an emergency call.
NWS confirms second EF-1 tornado Monday night, this one near Howard Lake, Minn.
An EF-1 tornado touched down near Howard Lake, Minn. Monday, according to the National Weather Service.
Longtime coach Bob Heber recalls history of Howard Lake Orphans
Bob Heber coached the Howard Lake Orphans from 1995 until he retired a few years ago and he is credited with getting town ball legend Mike Gagnon into coaching as well.
Mike Gagnon, heart of the Howard Lake Orphans, gets No. 10 jersey retired
Mike Gagnon, who helped restart the Howard Lake Orphans in 1995 and coached the team until his retirement last season, threw out the ceremonial first pitch at Wednesday's game against the Cokato Kernels and the team surprised him by announcing they would be retiring his No. 10 jersey.
Longtime announcer Dan Fogerty brings fun to 'The Orphanage'
Dan Fogerty was the play-by-play announcer for the Howard Lake Orphans for more than 20 years and he pioneered some of the iconic sound effects still heard at "The Orphanage."
A night out at the ballpark in Howard Lake, Minn.
FOX 9 sports reporter Dawn Mitchell catches up with some lively fans who never miss a Howard Lake Orphans fans.
Ian Leonard takes a pontoon ride before Howard Lake Orphans game
FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard hopped on a pontoon to get a unique perspective of Memorial Park ahead of the Howard Lake Orphans game.
Howard Lake Orphans retire No. 10 jersey of town ball legend Mike Gagnon
Mike Gagnon played for the Howard Lake Orphans, coached the Orphans and is considered by many to be the heart of the Orphans. He retired from the team last year, but on Wednesday night the Orphans retired his No. 10 jersey in honor of his dedication to town ball over the years.
Ian Leonard warms up with Howard Lake Orphans
FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard takes part in batting practice with the Howard Lake Orphans.
Ian Leonard warms up with Howard Lake Orphans
FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard takes part in batting practice with the Howard Lake Orphans.
Former player-coach Kevin 'Grader' Gruenhagen talks early days of Howard Lake Orphans
Former Howard Lake Orphans player-coach Kevin 'Grader' Gruenhagen was one of the people who helped resurrect town ball baseball in the town in 1995 and he's been keeping the field in playing condition ever since.
Preserving Howard Lake's city hall
The building has been many things over the years, but is now looking for cash for some needed repairs
How the Howard Lake Orphans got their name
Howard Lake's town ball team has a curious naming history