International Falls City Council Discuss Jail situation.
The International Falls City Council met yesterday with a lengthy discussion regarding a letter request from Koochiching County board for Jail lease commitment.
Conservation Officer Report District-5
CO Darrin Kittelson (International Falls #1) reports time was spent at Camp Ripley for the Enforcement Division?s annual awards and training program. The weekend was spent monitoring a variety of outdoor activities, including snowmobiling, ice fishing, skiing, shed hunting, and walking as the warm weather brought out lots of people. Enforcement action was taken for…
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KSDM and KGHS Streaming Apps now available
If your preference is either Apple or Android, the App for streaming KSDM or KGHS is now fully available for download. Just search for Lakes Country 104.1 for the KSDM App and KGHS The Bear 95.3 for KGHS and your can stream us anytime, anywhere 24/7. (Reminder MLB, NFL, NBA and NHL games are subject…
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JET and AEOA Offices Moved
In person services to the public were ON HOLD January 16th thru February 3rd. Services resumed on Monday, February 6th, Alysa Hackenmuller explains.
MnDOT announces winners of 2023 “Name a Snowplow” contest
Yer a Blizzard, Harry and Blizzo join the state’s snowplow fleet as winners of the 2023 “Name a Snowplow” contest, along with six other popular names, the Minnesota of Transportation announced today. More than 64,000 voters cast a ballot in the contest. One newly named snowplow will be assigned to each of MnDOT’s eight districts. The…
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Voyageurs National Park Offer a Boreal Stargazing Week
Embrace the winter darkness and discover Minnesota’s boreal skies. For generations, humans have looked to the stars for inspiration and connection. Located along the Minnesota-Canadian border is a rare sanctuary for starry skies. Voyageurs National Park and Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Northern Minnesota make up one of the largest Dark Sky Regions in the…
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Minnesota North College Announces Spring Open House Events
Minnesota North College is excited to announce its upcoming Spring Open House events, offeringprospective students and families the opportunity to explore the college’s programs, facilities, resources, and our six campuses throughout “The North”. The events will take place on:Vermilion Campus – Saturday, February 4, 10:00 – 1:00 PMMesabi Eveleth & Virginia Campuses – Thursday, March…
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RLMC and City Drug sign letter of intent
Rainy Lake Medical Center officials this week announced signing a letter of intent to purchaseand acquire City Drug Store. The signed letter has full support of both RLMC officials and Gary Anderson, owner of CityDrug. While an agreement isn’t expected to be finalized for 6-12 months, Robb Pastor, RLMCCEO, and Anderson both said they’re excited for the future. “We’re honored to…
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Veteran to Walk 60 miles in Feb to boost awareness.
Doug Wittman, an Army veteran will be walking during the month of February to get donations for Veterans Suicide awareness. Doug explains why he is doing this:
Conservation Officer Report – District 5
CO Darrin Kittelson (International Falls #1) reports the fresh dumping of snow was welcomed by snowmobilers, but the cold weather was not. Ice anglers on Sand Bay of Rainy Lake continue to have some success, but the cold weather has also damped their success. Time was also spent on equipment issues and fur registration, along…
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