Ranier festival mixes history with fun
2022 Ranier Days Summer Festival Aug. 12 and 13 celebrates the history and camaraderie of the community.
August 2022
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Two men injured in boat accident Thursday
STAFF REPORT Two International Falls men were injured Thursday evening when the boat they were in near Franzen Island, Rainy Lake, struck a rock causing… Login to continue reading Login…
Variety, art shows offer flood relief
Off the heels of historic flooding, two groups bearing the names of historic figures will come together to offer a respite Aug. 12 with a free variety show featuring music, stories, and comedy.
Ranier bridge project focus of request
The Koochiching County Board will Aug. 9 consider sending a letter to the International Joint Commission asking it to apply guidance to Canadian National Railway’s project to add additional tracks in Ranier. The request follows months of flooding on the Rainy Lake and Rainy River.
Citizens for Backus/AB Celebrates 20 years
On Sept. 3, 2002, Citizens for Backus/AB purchased the Backus Junior High School and the Alexander Baker School from Independent School District 361 for the purchase price of $849.
Did you know: Cats
I’ve been digging deeper into why my cats do what they do and thought you may be as fascinated as I was in what I found. Putting their rear end in your face and exposing their bellies is a sign of trust and security.
Pet of the Week
“Grizzly” is a male Lab/shep/Newfoundland. He is about 8 years old and loves people. Grizzly weights about 60 pounds. We have many kittens, cats, and dogs up for adoption also. All cats and dogs are spayed/ neutered and age-appropriate shots prior to the final adoption. For more information, visit the website at www.borderlandhumanesociety.org or call the BHS holding facility at 218-283-9276. Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BorderlandHumaneSociety/ Support the Borderland Humane Society, dnations can be sent to Borderland Humane Society, 1990 Valley Pine Circle, International Falls, MN 56649. Stop by the holding facility during open hours: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 8 a.m. noon Saturday. Surrenders are by appointment only as we are limited on kennel space.
Companion Planting for Insect Control
Last month, I wrote about companion planting in a vegetable garden with specific herbs and flowers to lessen potential problems with harmful pests and related diseases. Three of my favorites companion plants are versatile marigolds, aromatic alliums, and stalwart nasturtiums. I’ve been planting these reliable, easily maintained, and multi-purposed plants for many years in my gardens: ground, raised bed, and container.
VNP flood update
Lake levels on the Rainy Lake Basin of Voyageurs National Park have receded to the level allowable for the lifting of the nowake restriction on Rainy Lake within the park, effective Friday. As a precaution and courtesy, park staff encourage all boaters to reduce their wake when traveling near any docks or infrastructure to minimize further challenges related to flood recovery.
Crazy Days draws many
Crazy Days July 27 drew businesses, shoppers, and many others out in the community for the annual retail promotion. Organized by the International Falls Area Chamber of Commerce, the annual event was returned to its traditionally July date this year.