Notebook, Friday, April 7:
On the local schedule today, the Bronco baseball team has their season opener in Stillwater as they take on St. Croix Preparatory Academy this afternoon.… Login to continue reading Login…
April 2023
Read MoreNotebook, Friday, April 7:
Brown snow?
It was hard to photograph, but many people awoke Wednesday morning to find a layer of brown ice atop the new snow, seen in the… Login to continue reading Login…
Rainy River’s Engel: cycling for health, RR
Bill Engel, a faculty member at Rainy River’s Minnesota North College, is competing in a 500-mile cycling race in Texas to promote health and wellness and to raise money for the Rainy River Foundation.
Indus School closure hearing draws many
A semi-truck parked at the entry to the Indus School Monday gave an indication of the amount of support that would be inside to urge reconsideration of action by the South Koochiching-Rainy River School Board to close the school. The support is also shown along the highway with dozens of “Save Our School” signs posted a residences along Highway 11.
Comment sought on frozen lake-use plan
To align park activities with established regulations and policies, while accommodating traditional access and activities to the extent feasible, the National Park Service is seeking input as it develops a Frozen Lake Surface Access and Use Plan at Voyageurs National Park. The public comment period for this process will be open through May 3.
Pet of the Week
“Jake” is a black and brown tabby. He is a 1.5 to 2 years old and weights 10.5 pounds.
SPORTS NOTEBOOK
The Bronco girls track and field team was in Superior on April 1 for a 10-team indoor meet. The Falls placed third with 86 points, just behind Hibbing with 94 and Greenway- Nashwauk-Keewatin with 91.
ALVIN LEORY STENE
Alvin Leroy Stene was born April 2, 1938 in rural Littlefork, MN to Roy and Gladys (Bogart) Stene, number three of five children. He was raised in Littlefork where he attended elementary and high school, graduating in May of 1957. He lived in his beloved Littlefork his entire life, until his passing at the Littlefork Care Center on March 31, 2023.
JOHN McCARTHY
April 18, 1947 - March 26, 2023 John devoted his life and love to his family, was a true expert on and had a great passion for all things Rainy Lake, and relentlessly dedicated to his community. He was also always ready for a fun story, a good beer, and a great laugh.