Conservation Officer Report – District 5
CO Darrin Kittelson (International Falls #1) reports the regular firearms deer season came to a quiet close with cold weather moving into the area. Overall, it appears the local harvest rates were lower than previous years. The area has seen enough snow to bring out some snowmobile traffic. People are reminded to make sure their…
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A lifetime of service in Haiti with Jim Kirzeder for CLC Cultural Thursday
The community is invited to come learn about the culture and values of the Haitian people atCentral Lakes College’s next Cultural Thursday event, happening at noon on Thursday, Dec. 1 inthe Chalberg Theatre, Brainerd campus. Long-time Brainerd lakes area resident Jim Kirzeder has dedicated much of his life to the peopleof Haiti and has visited…
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Conservation Officer Reports – District 9 (Brainerd area)
CO Chelsey Best (Pequot Lakes) wrapped up investigations from the deer and bear seasons. Enforcement action was taken for deer- and waterfowl-related violations. CO Eric Sullivan (Brainerd) reports deer hunters and waterfowl hunters were in the area enjoying time outdoors as the firearms and waterfowl seasons come to a close. Hunters reported that deer movement…
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DNR says, “It’s Still Dry, Check Conditions Before Burning”
If you plan to burn this month, first check the fire danger and burning restrictions webpage and monitor conditions closely. Burning permits are required across much of the state right now.Drought conditions over the past year mean fires can burn into the dry organic layer below the surface. These deep fires hold heat for days or sometimes months that…
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Mahnomen City Council News & Notes from November 21st Meeting
Mahnomen, MN — The Mahnomen City Council held their 2nd regular monthly meeting on Monday night, November 21st. At the meeting, the council approved the final draft on their new comprehensive plan which they’ve been working on for the past year. Mahnomen City Administrator Taylor Vonderharr says the comprehensive plan lays out a vision for…
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Lake Park Parade of Trees Returns at New Location
Lake Park, MN — Despite their usual venue being lost to a fire this past year, the Lake Park Parade of Trees will continue at a new location and with extended viewing times. Now in its 17th year, the Lake Park Parade of Trees kicks off this Thursday night and continues through December 11th on…
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Brainerd Public Schools upcoming Winter Band and Choir concerts
The full conversation with Brainerd Schools Superintendent Dr. Heidi Hahn can be found on the Wake The Lakes page at rjbroadcasting.com.