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The International Falls Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners of its 2026 Annual Awards Gala, recognizing outstanding contributions across the community.This year’s honorees include:Large Business of the Year, Packaging Corporation of AmericaSmall Business of the Year, The Sports ShopNon-Profit of the Year, Elks Lodge 15-99.Citizen of the Year honors go to Jeff Hardwig…
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Drivers in Koochiching County should be aware of upcoming road restrictions.Spring Load Restrictions will go into effect on county and unorganized township roads beginning Friday, March 20th at 6 a.m. These seasonal limits help protect roadways during the spring thaw.For a full map of affected roads, visit the county website under the Engineer’s page.Officials with…
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It was a strong weekend for the Bronco Wrestling Club.At the NYWA District Tournament in Deer River, the Broncos crowned three champions: Aaron Freeberg, Clayton Rasmussen, and Emerson Mannausau. Nine total wrestlers advanced to regionals in Bemidji later this month. The momentum carried over to Nashwauk, where the Broncos posted six first-place finishes at a…
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The Ontario Provincial Police say a routine traffic stop in Fort Frances, Ontario has led to multiple charges for an impaired driver.Officers with the Rainy River District Detachment stopped a vehicle March 12th that was travelling without licence plates. During the investigation, police say open alcohol was found within reach of the driver.As a result,…
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For the March 17th edition of the Oh Canada Show, Ed Gackley began the show talking to Holly Kaemingh of Riverside Health Care. They discussed the Lights, Camera, Diagnosis fundraiser. Then, he talked about the Fort Frances Lakers, followed by being joined by his second guess Christine Cridland. Ed and Christine wrapped up the show…
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Lawmakers at the Minnesota Legislature spent the past week advancing a number of bills focused on supporting veterans across the state.The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs reports 15 veterans-related bills were heard in six legislative committees as lawmakers work toward upcoming committee deadlines.Among the measures moving forward are proposals to expand benefits for veterans of…
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Residents in the Rainy River area will have a chance this weekend to learn how collecting tree cones can actually earn them some extra cash.The Koochiching Soil and Water Conservation District is hosting a cone collecting workshop Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Rainier Community Building.Program coordinator Jolene Simon says the free event…
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A folk music trio from Canada will be making a stop in International Falls this week for a live performance.The Janzen Boys will perform Wednesday, March 19th at the John Faith Little Theatre.The Winnipeg-based group says their sound blends folk, roots, and country music, built around strong vocal harmonies. The band says audiences can expect…
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The Fort Frances Lakers are heading into the postseason with momentum after closing out the regular season with a 6-1 win over the Ironwood Lumberjacks Friday night at Ice For Kids Arena. Fort Frances finishes the regular season in first place and an impressive 23-and-1 at home, earning a first-round bye before playoff action begins…
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A big night at Ice For Kids Arena helped raise thousands of dollars for local health care.During the final regular-season home game for the Fort Frances Lakers, fans rallied behind a Hockey Fights Cancer fundraiser supporting the Lights, Camera, Diagnosis initiative.By the end of the night, the event raised $2,484 for the campaign.Holly Kaemingh says…
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