Author: Augustus Schmitt

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Local and Regional News 9/16/2025

Good morning — here’s what’s happening for Falls High and Falls Elementary Homecoming Week! It’s Spirit Week at ISD 361, running now through Friday, and each day has a theme.Yesterday was Royalty Day, and today students are cozying up for Sleeping In Day — rocking pajamas and slippers in the halls.Tomorrow brings Once Upon a…
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September 16, 2025 0

Local and National Sports 9-9-2025

The International Falls cross country teams were in Warroad Tuesday, competing against a strong field.On the girls’ side, Lola Hall led the Broncos with a 5th-place finish, clocking in at 22 minutes, 44 seconds. Ila Hemstad was 11th, and Braelyn Domitrovich finished 13th. As a team, the Bronco girls placed 4th overall with 71 points.For…
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September 9, 2025 0

Local and Regional News 9-9-2025

We begin with an important update for families at Falls Elementary School. School officials are introducing new drop-off options for morning arrivals only. Pickup after school will remain the same. Starting this week, parents are asked to use one of two drop-off points beginning at 7:40 a.m. Kindergarten through 2nd grade will continue using the…
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September 9, 2025 0

Local and National Sports for 9-8-2025

It was a busy day on the court for the International Falls Bronco varsity volleyball team at the Greenway Tournament. The Broncos opened play with a tough loss to Cherry in straight sets, 25-22 and 25-15. But the girls bounced back in their second match, taking down Northeast Range in two sets, 25-18 and 25-13.…
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September 8, 2025 0

Local and Regional News 9-8-2025

The Minnesota D-N-R Enforcement Division is recognizing three conservation officers for their lifesaving work — including Officer Simonson of Koochiching County. On July 21st, Simonson joined the search for 80-year-old Donald Larson, who had gone missing the day before. Larson’s Jeep had gotten stuck on a muddy trail, and he spent a cold, rainy night…
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September 8, 2025 0

Coaches Corner 9/6/2025 – Rainy River Fall Sports

Beginning the September 6th Coaches Corner, Augie was joined by Coach Josh Koenig and four of his returning baseball players. They talked about the team’s Fall Ball and other events coming up. After a break, Augie and the Rainy River Baseball team talked some more about the future spring season. Finally, Augie shared an interview…
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September 6, 2025 0

Aging Matters – September 3rd

On September 3rd, at 8:30am we had our monthly Aging Matters program with George and Sue Fraik, and Guest Gale Gagnier, a registered Death Doula. Gale speaks about a program coming up at Backus Community Center and much much more!


September 3, 2025 0