Author: Devon Krueger

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Jaques Art Center to put on pop-up show, free painting class during All Class Reunion

By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (7/20/22) (Aitkin, MN) — The Jaques Art Center has plenty in store over the next few weeks with their current running exhibit, the Aitkin All Class Reunion, and pop-up shows all emanating from their location across from the Aitkin County Courthouse. We recently spoke with Barden Heft about the ‘Friends and…
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July 19, 2022 0

City of Hill City to work on elevated Water Tower

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July 19, 2022 0

Weekly DNR Conservation Officer Reports

District 9 – Brainerd area Last updated: 2022-07-18 CO Jim Guida (Brainerd East) patrolled for all-terrain vehicle and boating activity this past week. He received a report and investigated a very large litter-dumping complaint at a local wildlife management area parking lot. Numerous bags of rubbish and filth were left behind. Information was located and the…
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July 19, 2022 0

SBA Loans available for Non-Profit Organizations affected by Severe Storms, Straight-line winds, Tornadoes and Flooding

Release from US Small Business Administrations through Aitkin County Economic Development: The U.S. Small Business Administration announced today that certain Private Non-Profit organizations (PNPs) in Minnesota that do not provide critical services of a governmental nature may be eligible to apply for low-interest disaster loans. These loans are available following a Presidential disaster declaration for…
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July 19, 2022 0

Dr. Paul Severson honored with inaugural Global Humanitarian Award

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Surgeon Paul Severson, M.D., on July 14 received the inaugural Global Humanitarian Award at the Brainerd Lakes Area Community Foundation’s Award in Philanthropy Celebration at Grand View Lodge in Nisswa. Dr. Severson was presented the award in recognition of his kindness, generosity, and passion for helping others. He has assisted in…
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July 19, 2022 0

Aitkin County Soil and Water Conservation District thriving with Boat Dock and Lift Bounty Program

By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (7/19/22) (Aitkin, MN) — The Aitkin County Soil and Water Conservation District continues to thrive in keeping Aquatic Invasive Species out of the waters and rewarding individuals with their Boat Dock and Lift Bounty Program. In our monthly conversation with Steve Hughes, he mentioned that movement of AIS from lake to…
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July 18, 2022 0

Take Kids Deer Hunting this Fall with Special Hunts

Here’s a way to introduce youth to deer hunting — special youth deer hunts. These hunts take place in several state parks, and in the Rydell National Wildlife Refuge, on various dates in the fall. Adults must accompany youth during these hunts. Apply for special youth deer hunt permits through Friday, Aug. 19, and keep…
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July 18, 2022 0