Laurel Beager

Laurel Beager

Minnesota completes lead pipe inventory

MDH REPORTAll of the state’s community water systems have completed an inventory of their service lines as part of a national effort to identify where lead pipes need to be replaced.Minnesota Department of Health, MDH, has been working with community water systems across the state to eliminate exposure to lead from drinking water.

End of the celebration

Oohs and aahs could be heard as fireworks lit the sky above Smokey Bear Park Friday night at the conclusion of the Home for the… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Arrowhead Transit: Enhancing services

Arrowhead Transit celebrates its commitment to serving the communities of northeastern Minnesota with a series of technological improvements designed to enhance public transportation services.The changes reflect its dedication to not only meeting the needs of our riders but also pushing greater Minnesota forward, officials said in a news statement.“In a world where technology is ever evolving, we recognize the importance of integrating innovative solutions into our transit systems,” a news statement said.

L-BF honor roll announced

Littlefork-Big Falls High School has recognized students on the 2024-25 first quarter honor roll.The honor roll includes the following categories: The Principal’s List is for students who achieve a perfect “A” with an average between 3.995 and 4.0.

Budget and levy time

International Falls citizens have the opportunity to hear about and provide input on the 2025 levy and budget.The International Falls City Council in September adopted a preliminary budget, which will be funded in part by an 8-percent increase in levy over what was collected in the 2024 levy.At that rate, the levy would total $4.23 million, providing $313,654 more than the amount in 2024, to support a $19.1 million budget in 2025.Statewide, the 2025 preliminary property tax levies for cities will total approximately $3.737 billion compared with a final levy of $3.434 billion in 2024, an 8.8 percent increase, reports the Minnesota Department of Revenue.The council will take input at 6 p.m.