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Monday, April 01, 2013  There was no decision on a change of venue for the second murder trial of Seth Techel.

Friday, March 15, 2013  The jury remained deadlocked after four days, resulting in a mistrial.

Friday, March 15, 2013  Prosecutors vow to re-try the case.

Thursday, March 14, 2013  The jury was dismissed Thursday evening without reaching a verdict.

Friday, March 08, 2013  Judge Daniel Wilson dismissed the jury until 9 a.m. on Monday when closing arguments are expected to begin.

Thursday, March 07, 2013  Case should wrap up early next week.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  Brian Tate was the primary topic of conversation Wednesday morning at the first degree trial of Seth Techel.

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  Week three of the first degree murder trial of Seth Techel began with the state resting its case.

Monday, March 04, 2013  Jurors in the first degree murder trial of Seth Techel began week three, right where week two left off,  watching the DVD of DCI Special Agent Chris Thomas interview Techel on the afternoon of May 26.

Friday, March 01, 2013  Jurors in the first degree murder trial of Seth Techel heard the voice of the accused murderer this morning.

Thursday, February 28, 2013  There was plenty of dramatic testimony in the first degree murder trial of Seth Techel Thursday morning.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  The first degree murder trial of Seth Techel got underway again Wednesday morning at the Wapello County Courthouse.

Monday, February 25, 2013  Rachel McFarland took the stand Monday afternoon to testify for the state about her relationship with Seth Techel.

Thursday, February 21, 2013  The courtroom was packed with family members, friends and member of the media Thursday, anticipating the opening remarks from the state and defense.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013  Techel is accused of murdering his wife and their unborn child in 2012.