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Hwy 11/71 gets state, public review
By LAUREL BEAGER LBeager@cherryroad.com About 25 people met Tuesday evening to talk with state officials about ideas to improve safety and efficiency along the Minnesota Highway 11/71 corridor, following a study that got public feedback in September. The open house at Minnesota North College – Rainy River commons area featured tables of drawings of the…
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VNP trail reports
Feb. 12, Voyageurs National Park We have been grooming ski and snowmobile trails throughout the park, but warmer temperatures are not ideal for snow conditions. We have seen a loss of snow in some places. Overall riding conditions on snowmobile trails remain good. Be alert on the trails, and watch snow drifts. Also, be particularly…
Business
RLMC’s Pastor extends contract
Rainy Lake Medical Center announced this week that its Chief Executive Officer Robb Pastor has signed a new 5-year contract, marking a significant milestone as he becomes the longest-tenured CEO in the organization’s history.
Sports
Broncos win, head to sections
The International Falls Broncos finished the regular season with a 9-0 victory Thursday against Lake of the Woods in the annual Stick It to Stigma game. The shutout featured a historic element when Anthony Yerxa’s three goals helped propel him to finish the regular season with 48 assists, which is a new single-season school record,…
Letters
Ambulance service district: Ad valorem or flat fee tax?
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Pet of the Week
Pet of the Week
This pretty little girl is “Willow” and she is looking for her Valentine! She is 2.5 years old, up to date on her vaccines and already spayed. She is ready for her furever home!