Fire Claims Four Lives, Community Rallies for Survivor

The White Bear Lake Fire Department ruled out Arson in the deadly house fire that claimed

four lives over the weekend.

On Monday, March 23, officials shared that their focus remains on supporting the affected

family, wrapping up the full probe, and helping.

First responders recover.

The blaze broke out early Saturday morning, March 21, in a single family home, killing

37-year-old Jesse Pierce, a reporter who covered the Minnesota Wild, along with her three

young children, eight-year-old Hudson, six-year-old Caden, and four-year-old Avery.

The family dog also perished in the tragedy, while Jesse's husband, Mike Henryx, was away

on business.

Jesse was known as a passionate voice for women in hockey, co-hosting the Bardown Beauty's

podcast and building close ties in the sports community.

Her podcast partner, Kirsten Crowe, who hosts games for the wild, shared heartfelt memories

of Jesse's confidence, work ethic, and devotion as a mom.

Noting how she welcomed others into her family circle, a neighbor described waking to

fix smoke as police alerted the area, highlighting how fast the fire spread.

Meanwhile, the exact cause is still being investigated.

In response, a GoFundMe for Mike Henryx has already raised close to $200,000 to ease

his burdens during this heartbreaking time, as the community rallies around healing and

remembrance.

I'm Corey with the story, and you've been listening to Durham News today, AI-powered

local news.