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BAGLEY, MN—At last week’s regular meeting, the Bagley School Board approved two fundraisers for the high school band to raise money for the band’s trip to New Orleans this summer. Bagley Superintendent Dr. Erich Heise comments. Heise also praised Bagley band director Josh Gunderson for his work allowing students to have the experiences of trips…
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HILLSBORO, ND—At last Monday’s regular meeting, the Hillsboro City Commission discussed the city’s beautification plan for clearing areas that have become dilapidated. City Commission President Levi Reese was asked if progress is being made. You can contact Hillsboro City Hall for more information on the city’s beautification committee.
St. Paul, MN — Last week, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed into law new legislation that would move Minnesota to 100 percent clean energy by 2040. The bill establishes a standard for utilities to supply Minnesota customers with electricity generated or procured from carbon-free resources, beginning at an amount equal to 80% of retail sales…
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Hillsboro, ND — The Hillsboro School Board held their regular monthly meeting on Thursday morning, February 9th where they continued facility planning, approved a new bus purchase, and more. The board accepted a proposal from School Perceptions to draft a community survey, which Hillsboro Superintendent Paula Suda says will be used to gather public perception…
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Lengby, MN — An old school house in Lengby, MN is getting a second chance at life thanks to a local art teacher. Over the past 30 years, Fosston High School Art Teacher Mike McColl has been transforming the historic school into a destination for arts education and community growth called the Old School Artist…
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As tax season starts, low-income and senior filers have an opportunity to receive free tax services through the Seven County Senior Federation and AARP. Executive Director Lisa Krahn: Services are available in Aitkin County at the Aitkin Public Library: Volunteers with tax preparation experience are invited to sign up: The full conversation with Lisa Krahn…
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The most recent American Rescue Plan Act grants in Cass County will benefit schools and a fire department. The Cass County Board of Supervisors approved three American Rescue Plan Act grant applications at their regular meeting last Tuesday. The grants will benefit Pine River-Backus Schools, Immanuel Lutheran Church and School, and the Federal Dam Volunteer…
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The Baxter City Council approved a solar array within the city limits on land owned by the City of Brainerd. The approval was not unanimous, however. Baxter council member Mark Cross raised objections because of the site’s proximity to a residential area in which he lives. Baxter has no provision for solar arrays within any…
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The busiest intersection in northern Minnesota is the 371/210 intersection in Baxter, according to a study done by Crow Wing County and MNDoT in 2022. That may change, at least regarding how the intersection is accessed. This month, the Baxter City Council presented support for an overpass in that location. The proposed overpass would also…
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Aitkin County has received Federal Fiscal Recovery Funding from the American Rescue Plan Act. The Fiscal Recovery Fund was established to help turn the tide on the pandemic, address its economic fallout and lay the foundation for a strong and equitable recovery. The Aitkin County Board of Commissioners, have approved funding to be used to directly impact…
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