IFBC Interview with Gary Potter
Gary Potter stopped in on this opening day of the I’Falls Bass Championship, where we talked about everything from setup to teardown. Boaters were just getting ready to hit the waters as we talked.
Northernaire Houseboats Fire Claims Life of One Family Member
After battling the inferno at the main office/house at Northernaire Houseboats on Rainy Lake, the International Falls Fire Department discovered the body of an 85-year-old female in the fire at approximately 11:20 pm, Wednesday, Aug 24. The fire was reported just after 5 pm, Wednesday evening. The victims of the fire are related; the family…
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Gizhiigin Arts Incubator
One of the featured events at Wild Rice Day Saturday in Mahnomen is the Gizhiigin Arts Incubator. Joe Allen, the project director, tells us what the incubator does. Allen says there will be about 25 vendors selling their art Saturday from 11 until 4 on Main Street in downtown Mahnomen.
Find Fun & Food in Flom this Weekend During Flom Farm Fest
Flom, MN — The quiet village of Flom will come alive this weekend with live music, games, food, and numerous other activities as part of the annual Flom Farm Fest. It get’s rolling tonight with a bean bag tournament at 5pm and live music on patio from 6-8pm at County Road 38 Bar and Grill…
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City of Ada Installs Security Cameras in Parks to Catch and Deter Vandalism
Ada, MN — After a string of vandalism at their various parks this summer, the City of Ada has resorted to installing security cameras to help catch vandals and deter future acts of vandalism from occurring. Parks and Recreation Director Brianna Eggen says its unfortunate that the senseless acts are occurring in the first place,…
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Lake Park Fire Department Fundraisers
Lake Park, MN — The Lake Park Volunteer Fire Department has a number of upcoming fundraisers that they would be appreciate your support at. This Saturday, August 27th, they will be grilling up hot dogs and chips for a free will donation during the Lake Park Liquors Customer Appreciation. While you’re there, Lake Park Fire…
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MHC Puts New Hospital & Nursing Home Project On Hold For Now
Mahnomen, MN — The new Mahnomen Health Center Hospital and Nursing Home Project is officially on hold. Mahnomen Health CEO Dale Kruger made the announcement following a meeting with the Mahnomen Health Center Board of Directors and their partners in the project, the City of Mahnomen and Mahnomen County. Kruger stated uncertain times, the potential…
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MnDOT to host public update meetings for Twin Ports Interchange project
RELEASE FROM MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION: MnDOT is hosting public meetings on Monday, Aug. 29, to provide updates on the Twin Ports Interchange project in Duluth. Virtually 12:15 – 1 p.m. Participants can join the online meeting by visiting: mndot.gov/d1/projects/twin-ports-interchange/meetings or calling 855-282-6330 and entering access code 2489 511 9545. In person 6 – 7:30 p.m. Lincoln…
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Minnesota Library Association Presents The 2022 MLA Annual Conference: Emerging Opportunities
RELEASE FROM EAST CENTRAL REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM: St. Paul, MN – The Minnesota Library Association (MLA) is excited to present its Annual Conference: Emerging Opportunities, taking place on October 27 and 28, 2022 in Duluth. The in-person conference will feature breakout sessions, exhibits, a silent auction, and two highly anticipated keynote speakers: Justice Alan Page…
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