Author: Augustus Schmitt

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Fort Frances Terry Fox Run – From Local to National

Fort Frances is preparing for their annual Terry Fox marathon Run, and we talked to Laura Bruyere whom is a chairperson/site organizer for the event about what it is. And the Terry Fox run has been an event for quite some time. So who was Terry Fox, and how did this run become an annual…
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September 9, 2024 0

Iron Range Rotary’s 5th Annual Chili Cook-Off

Do you love chili? Well for those chili fans, whether you prefer making or eating it, the Iron Range Rotary Club is holding their 5th annual Chili Cook-off on Thursday, September 19th at the Iron Trail Motors Event Center. We got to speak with Ashley Samargia who told us all about the Cook-Off. So who…
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September 9, 2024 0

Coach’s Corner 9/7 – Broncos Cross Country

On the September 7th edition of Coach’s Corner, Sheryl Hendrickson, Head Coach of the Broncos Boys and Girls Cross Country team came into the studio. for the first half she brought in Brendon Scholler and Camden Deedrick of the Boys team. Part 2 with Camden and Brendon. Then, Sheryl brought in Lola Hall and Julia…
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September 9, 2024 0

The Knights at the Renaissance Festival

Wikipedia tells us that jousting is a medieval and renaissance martial game or hastilude between two combatants either on horse or on foot. The joust became an iconic characteristic of the knight in Romantic medievalism, and you know it from film and tv like “A Knight’s Tale” starring Heath Ledger or from attractions like Medieval Times…
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September 6, 2024 0

Harvest Moon Festival in Ely

Over in Ely, they’re preparing for one of their biggest events leading into the fall season which piggybacks off their Blueberry Festival earlier in the summer, their Harvest Moon Festival! We spoke to Festival Coordinator Kristen Switajewski about what it is. And how long have they been doing the Harvest Moon? This years festival comes…
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September 5, 2024 0

NOFW The Great Giveaway! on Sept. 5th

You know what makes a giveaway great? When it’s free! Northern Option For Women is hosting a giveaway, and Marisa Turner came into the studio to tell us all about it! And this is a first-time event that Northern Option For Women is doing. And as said earlier, this event is free! In fact, Marisa…
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September 4, 2024 0

A day at the Renaissance Festival: Feast Your Eyes (and ears)

The 2024 Renaissance Festival offers all kinds of entertainment from music, to art, to even dance as performers from Minnesota show off their talents in very medieval fashion. One such experience you can have at the festival is The Feast of Fantasy, a dinner and show that is hosted by the hilarious comedic duo of…
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September 3, 2024 0

COMPAS Presents: Willow Brae

COMPAS is an arts education nonprofit that puts creativity in the hands of Minnesotans, regardless of their age, background, or skills. Based in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro area, COMPAS teaching artists deliver creative experiences and arts programming across Minnesota. We had the chance to speak to with Katie Schmieg, who is in charge of bringing…
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September 2, 2024 0

Muskie Football honours contributions of late Coach Dave “Monty” Montgomery

The 75th season of Muskie Football kicks off with a home game at 3:00 Friday September 6 Vs John Taylor Collegiate from Winnipeg. Prior to kickoff (around 2:50 PM) the Muskies will honour the contributions of long time coach Dave “Monty” Montgomery. Coach Monty’s widow Bonnie and family members will participate in a ceremonial pre-game…
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August 29, 2024 0