Russell Wellnitz

Shane Schminkey and his daughter, Kailee, entered a burning home to save a life.

2012 had destruction, heroism

By Jim Boyle on December 28, 2012 at 4:06 pm

Backlund saves the day at G.A.

By Jim Boyle on August 10, 2012 at 1:51 pm

Russell Wellnitz and Carolyn Sakariason are pictured in the garden where they had the first long talk and many more since. Sakariason tends to the garden outside Guardian Oaks and Wellnitz serves as an assistant, bringing her water and gardening tools. The couple also like to go to movies and concerts in the park in downtown Elk River.

Guardian Oaks residents found love in the garden

By Jim Boyle on August 10, 2012 at 11:52 am