Author: Luke Paider

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Littlefork-Big Falls Vikings Volleyball Falls to Mountain Iron Buhl in Section 7A Quarterfinal

The Littlefork-Big Falls Vikings volleyball team fell to Mountain Iron Buhl in straight sets Monday night 25-16, 25-19, 25-16. The loss brings the 2026 season to a close for the Vikings in the Section 7A quarterfinal. Littlefork-Big Falls finishes their season 5-16. Mountain Iron Buhl will advance to play Ely on Wednesday night at 6…
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October 27, 2026 0

Broncos Volleyball Season Ends at Mesabi East

The International Falls Broncos Volleyball team saw their season come to an end Monday night with a straight sets loss to Mesabi East in the section 7AA quarterfinal. 25-19, 25-20, 25-15. There were too many errors made by the Broncos to overcome.  With this being the last match in the seniors Bronco career head coach…
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October 27, 2026 0

Fire Safety With the Big Falls Fire Department

The Big Falls Fire Department is having a Fire Prevention Night Tuesday night at 6 p.m. in front of the Big Falls Fire Department building. They will serve hot dogs, brats, chips, and drinks while teaching kids how to keep themselves and their homes safe. Kids will also receive a goodie bag for attending. The…
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October 27, 2026 0

Jigging Kitchen Party Takes Over the United Native Friendship Center Thursday

On October 29th, the United Native Friendship Center is hosting a Jigging Kitchen Party. During this event, people will learn the basic steps of jigging; they will learn the history behind the dance and be invited to be a part of a monthly group where new steps will be added over time. The Jigging Kitchen…
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October 27, 2026 0

Fort Frances Municipal Election Results

The Municipal elections took place in Fort Frances Monday, and the unofficial results are in. Brent Calder won the mayoral election with 1,561 votes. Six Councilors were also elected. Bill Morrison with 2,230 votes, Kathy McKenzie with 1,854 votes, Anthony Andrusco with 1,677 votes, Mike Behan with 1,305 votes, Kaleb Firth with 1,294 votes, and…
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October 27, 2026 0

Coaches Corner International Falls

Head Coach Jerad Kostiuk of the Broncos Football team spoke on last Wednesday’s 28-11 loss to Crosby-Ironton, and also looked forward to Tuesday’s section playoff game against Mesabi East. Kickoff is at 6 p.m. We also chatted with Assistant Coach of the Fort Frances Lakers, Foster Couvier. We spoke on the Lakers recent win over…
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October 26, 2026 0

Royal Canadian Legion Hosting Musical Acts to End October

This past Saturday Kings of None rocked the stage at the Royal Canadian Legion. They aren’t the only live music people can see at the Legion in October, “Thinking of Pinky” will take the stage Halloween night. Dawn Martin of the Royal Canadian Legion shared more. The band will be rocking the stage from 9…
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October 26, 2026 0

International Falls Library Hosts “Get Your Ducks in a Row” Tuesday

Tuesday, the International Falls Public Library is hosting a free community workshop called “Get Your Ducks in a Row”. The workshop aims to help people with advance care planning. The event will be led by Kristin Parendo who is a lead elder law attorney with Justice North. Advance care planning is about making sure people…
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October 26, 2026 0

Koochiching County Board Meets Tuesday Morning

The Koochiching County Board of Commissioners is meeting Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. in the historic third-floor courtroom. The agenda includes an informational presentation on the Highway 11-71 corridor. They will then consider approving a board resolution supporting the Highway 11-71 recommendations. They will consider getting planning and zoning assistance on a temporary basis and consider…
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October 26, 2026 0

Angel Tree Program Underway in International Falls

The Salvation Army in International Falls is now accepting applications for the Angel Tree Program from families in the area. The program helps distribute gifts for the holidays to kids in communities. Families register, and if they are accepted, they have a wish list sent out to the community, who can purchase these items to…
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October 23, 2026 0