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After several months of being closed to build new exhibits, not to mention being closed due to covid19 and winter storms, the History Center in Shevlin has resumed it’s regular museum hours. They are open Tuesday through Friday and by appointment along with on selected Sundays. There are several new exhibits to view in the…
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Kevin Grover, Superintendent for ISD-361 was my guest for School Matters. Kevin talks about the spring break which starts tomorrow, as well as things associated with Prom and Graduation and how things should be more normal this year.
CO Darrin Kittelson (International Falls #1) reports another busy weekend with snowmobile and ice fishing activities on the big lakes. People are reminded to use caution and common sense as the weather warms up and the ice conditions change. Also, it might be a good time to get the shelters off the ice on Rainy…
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CO Amber Ladd (Aitkin) checked area lakes for shelters left on the ice after the deadline. One portable was worked that Ladd had been keeping an eye on all winter as it was not licensed. She was able to make contact with the owner after some investigation and the owner was in possession of nine…
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Twin Valley, MN — The Twin Valley City Council held their regular monthly meeting on Monday night, March 14th at the Twin Valley Community Center. At the meeting, the council continued discussions on their snow removal policy, specifically as it pertains to the sidewalks in the downtown business corridor and along Highway 29 and Highway…
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Ada, MN — The proposed new Norman County Highway Department only has one more hurdle before becoming a reality. At their meeting last week, the Norman County Board of Commissioners accepted a bid from Bradbury Stamm Construction of $9.875 million and approved a resolution to pay for a portion of the building using a half…
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Lake Park, MN — It’s been a difficult couple days for the community of Lake Park after fire caused extensive damage to Lake Park American Legion on Sunday night. The Legion Hall, Lake Park’s only event center, served as a hub for gatherings including weekly fish frys, birthday parties, and countless community events and fundraisers.…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (3/15/22) (Aitkin, MN) — Moving forward in the grant funding process, the Lakes Area United Way is seeking the public’s help in their efforts to go through grant applications on their Vision Council. Our conversation with Lakes Area United Way Executive Director Jon Aga noted that January and February served as…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (3/15/22) (Grand Rapids, MN) — After attending the State Fair Convention and reviewing artists from all genres, the Itasca County Fair Board announced this past week the featured performers for the 5-day festivities, scheduled August 17th-21st in Grand Rapids. Senior Day on Friday will have music from The OVERTONES Quartet, doing…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (3/15/22) (Brainerd, MN) — Beginning next week, the Crossing Arts Alliance will present their 2022 Spring Silent Auction with proceeds benefiting their monthly Creativity Kit Giveaway Program. The Silent Auction is completely online running March 20-27 with items donated from the community from gift certificates, themed gift baskets, unique gift experiences…
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