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The International Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is calling a special meeting of the Chamber membership. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the current state of the Chamber. On Monday, February 7, 2022, the Board of Directors unanimously voted to dissolve the Chamber. This action requires a vote of the…
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The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) catchment area is seeing an increased number of infectious syphilis cases. Although case rates have been rising since 2018, there was a drastic increase in 2021, where rates rose by 107% since 2020. Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) spread through direct contact with a syphilis sore during vaginal,…
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CO Darrin Kittelson (International Falls #1) reports snowmobile activity in the area is picking up with the recent snowfall. Trails are in great shape but lake surfaces remain rough. Ice fishing has been slow on Rainy Lake, but it hasn’t stopped people from getting outdoors to enjoy the hopes of catching a fish or two.…
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On February 03, 2022, just after 3:00 p.m., the Rainy River District Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an assault that had just occurred at a business on the 400 Block of Portage Avenue South, in the Town of Fort Frances. The accused had attended the address and assaulted a person with a weapon. The victim was…
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If you want to keep northern pike this fishing season, double check regulations and be prepared to measure your fish. Minnesota has three northern pike zones that apply to inland waters and reflect the differing characteristics of pike populations across the state. You can find those zone regulations, including a zone map, on the DNR…
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We’re pleased to announce another phase of the extremely popular No Child Left Inside grants. These grants help more children cast a line, study animal tracks, hike or bike, or simply learn more about nature. Public entities and nonprofit organizations serving youth under age 18 can apply for these grants and applications must be received…
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Up here in the Northland, we find our outdoor activities when and where we can find them. Mike Bolstad sat down with Kallie Kantos to discuss National Kite day which is Tuesday, Feb 8th. We are hearty here in International Falls, so why not fly a kite this Saturday February 5th. Mike and Kallie will…
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KOOCHICHING COUNTY VETERANS SERVICE OFFICE SPONSORED BY VETERANS’ LINKAGE LINE: 1-888-LINKVET (546-5838); WWW.LINKVET.ORG MISSION: To support Koochiching County Veterans and connect them with the federal, state, and county benefits they have earned. Veterans: Seek and/or update Veteran Benefits, Medical Care and Other Earned Benefits. VA Compensation for Injuries or Disease resulting from Military Service VA…
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Our daily reporting have been updated to include information that better represents the impact of COVID-19 on our region. Due to testing eligibility, case numbers only represent those who live or work in higher-risk settings and daily case numbers should not be used to assess risk in a community or in our region. The current…
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CO Darrin Kittelson (Int?l Falls #1) on leave. CO Curtis Simonson (Int?l Falls #2) on leave. CO John Slatinski IV (Ray) Excellent snow and trail conditions has led to an increase in snowmobilers in the area, although considerably lower than historical levels. Angler numbers have been consistent with mixed reports on success. Equipment maintenance was…
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