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DNR webinars cover Cuyuna recreation area,
aquatic invasive species

Release from DNR: The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites Minnesotans interested in fishing, wildlife and outdoor skills to tune into upcoming webinars that will discuss the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area and aquatic invasive species. The first webinar on the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area will be at noon Wednesday, June 8. Learn about…
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June 7, 2022 0

Crossing Arts Alliance Creativity Kit distribution this weekend

Brainerd, MN – Crossing Arts Creativity Kit Giveaway Join us on Saturday, June 11th, 10 to noon, when we will be giving out creativity kits to anyone who wants a little bit of creative fun. Kits will be available on tables inside of Crossing Arts. Kits include two art projects, a coloring sheet, and more! This month our projects are inspired by…
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June 7, 2022 0

Conservation Officer weekly reports 6/7/22

CO Darrin Kittelson (International Falls #1) worked on flood relief. CO Curtis Simonson (International Falls #2) reports spending time checking muskie anglers on the Bigfork River this past weekend, monitoring ATV activity and assisting with flood-related issues on Rainy Lake. Simonson would like to remind people that deer are starting to drop their fawns throughout…
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June 7, 2022 0

New Cobblestone Hotel/Bar/Restaurant

The New Cobblestone Hotel and Suites is set for a soft opening the middle of this month. Brian Murry and Michael Camelia of Cobblestone joined me to talk about the excitement of this opening.


June 7, 2022 0

Take a Kid Fishing Weekend is this Friday through Sunday

During Take a Kid Fishing weekend (Friday, June 10 to Sunday, June 12) Minnesota residents can fish without licenses if they take children 15 or younger along. “Fishing together with kids is a fun way to spend time in the outdoors,” said Benji Kohn, volunteer mentor program coordinator with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.…
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June 7, 2022 0

MnDOT extends emergency grade raise, reminds motorists to follow signal systems on Hwy 11

MnDOT will be extending the emergency grade raise on Hwy 11 on Rainy Lake near Island View. While the grade raise is being constructed, motorists should expect delays. Single lane bypasses are controlled by signals or by stop and take turns. MnDOT has been monitoring the bypass signal systems and have them timed appropriately for…
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June 7, 2022 0

City of Ada Provides Lawn Care Reminders for Residents

Ada, MN — The City of Ada and Ada Public Works is strongly encouraging resident to stay up on their mowing or face a hefty bill. The city has given some property owners some slack to start the year due to unfavorable weather, but now that it’s drying up and conditions have stabilized, grass letters…
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June 7, 2022 0

Escape Room, Rickshaw Transportation, & Smelt Fry Highlights Additions to Fertile Car Show

Fertile, MN — Head to downtown Fertile for classic cars, crafts, food, games and more. The 8th Annual Fertile Car Show returns this Saturday, June 11th. Cars and trucks of all years and styles will be on display from 9am until 3pm on Washington Ave and Lincoln Ave with crafters, vendors, and food trucks set…
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June 7, 2022 0

Central Lakes College announces new leadership in Performing Arts Center

Release from Central Lakes College: Central Lakes College is pleased to announce the addition of two new leaders in its Performing ArtsCenter. Joey Yow has been named Director of the Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center andCory Johnson will serve as theatre faculty within the Liberal Arts and Sciences at the college. “The arts are…
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June 7, 2022 0

Aitkin Schools staying busy with end of 2021-22 school year

(Aitkin, MN) — With High School Graduation signaling the end of the 2021-22 school year for Aitkin Public Schools, work only continues for Superintendent Dan Stifter and ISD #1. In our monthly update from Superintendent Stifter, he spoke about putting a few finishing touches and quick maintenance on some projects at the High School. The summer before the…
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June 6, 2022 0