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The University of Minnesota Extension is inviting the public to a special online session focused on the seasonal economy of Koochiching County.“Embracing the Roller Coaster” will take place Friday, February 20th from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. via Zoom. The presentation will explore insights from cell phone analytics to better understand seasonal patterns that impact the…
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Coming up in early March FIRST Robotics of Minnesota-Dakotas will be kicking off their 2026 FRC Competition Season. FIRST Robotics Regional Director Nicole Schossow Previews their upcoming season, and the competitions they will be putting on. As for what she’s looking forward to most this year, Schossow says she is excited for the chance to…
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The International Falls Rainy Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau (also known as Rainy Lake Tourism) is celebrating a major win at the state level. Last week at the Explore Minnesota Tourism Annual Tourism Conference in Duluth, the CVB brought home two awards, including recognition for an outstanding promotional video highlighting Rainy Lake and the surrounding…
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The International Falls Area Chamber of Commerce is partnering with NE MN Small Business Development Center to host a Minnesota Paid Leave Lunch and Learn next month.The free one-hour workshop is set for Thursday, March 5th at noon at the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites.Designed specifically for small business owners, the session will cover who’s covered…
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The Keep It Clean program is expanding its presence on Rainy Lake this winter, encouraging anglers to properly dispose of trash and waste while out on the ice.Jolene Simon with the Koochiching County Soil and Water Conservation District says the program began in Lake of the Woods more than a decade ago and has grown…
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In a press release from Perryn Hedland, at approximately 2 p.m. on February 16th, search and rescue personnel located a deceased individual believed to be Mark A. Rood near Tilson Bay. The individual was found about 60 feet off a trail on the north side of Highway 11. Authorities say the area had been previously…
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The Knights of Columbus are gearing up for their annual Lenten Fish Fries beginning this Friday at St. Thomas Aquinas Hall in International Falls. Six fish fries are scheduled, running Fridays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. starting February 20th through March 27th. Organizers say the tradition has been happening for at least 35 years. Meal…
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The Minnesota Legislative Session kicks off today, and House Republicans have announced their priorities for the session. House Speaker Lisa Demuth says there are no changes in their priorities from last session, and they hope to build on their successes from last year. GOP Floor Leader Harry Niska (R-Ramsey) lays out some of their legislative…
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A new business is opening its doors in International Falls this week. The Aesthetic Collective is a collaborative space offering a wide range of beauty, wellness, and self-care services, and they will host its open house Friday from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 825 Third Avenue. Owners say the space brings together multiple local professionals…
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MnDOT is asking for community input on the future of the Highway 11/71 corridor through International Falls following a recent public planning meeting held at Minnesota North College – Rainy River. Officials say the study focuses on improving safety and traffic flow between County Road 91 and Highway 53. Project leaders say they’re currently reviewing…
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