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Laurel Beager
Notebook, Thursday, Sept. 26:
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Life saving efforts of local CO recognized
The life saving efforts of local conservation officer Curtis Simonson has been recognized by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Enforcement DivisionSimonson was among four conservation officers, a natural resources pilot, and a Forestry Division staff person, recognized for their lifesaving efforts during the previous several months.Also recognized were Natural Resources Pilot Grace Zeller, conservation officers Mike Cross, Tyler Lusignan, and Brice Vollbrecht, and Matt Boyer of the Forestry Division.“Each of these individuals went above and beyond the call of duty to help people when they needed it the most,” said Col.
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Cancer WalkThe annual Community Cancer Walk, which raises funds to help local cancer patients with transportation costs, is scheduled for 9-11 a.m.
County, city propose levies, budgets
Koochiching County and International Falls set their preliminary 2025 budgets and levies this week and scheduled public input meeting required by law.State law requires governments to set a preliminary levy and budget by Sept.
Bronco of the Week
A new feature at International Falls schools is the Bronco of the Week, with Neva Kokesh of the volleyball team, and Carson Crandall of the football team selected this week.The school’s social media post said this:About Neva: “Neva is small but mighty,” said Volleyball Coach Erin Hall.
Whitewater Slim #5
Slim and his wife Mary had what he termed a big house and he allowed that his mom was living with them because according to him “she just didn’t get along with dad.”At the time he was working a night shift trucking timber; he went to work at 4 p.m.
Ronnings has lots to celebrate
In recognition of its 60th year in business, the owners of Ronnings contributed to Northwest Community Action, which is also celebrating 60 years of service.Started in International Falls in 1964, Ronnings has expanded to include locations in Baudette, Roseau and Thief River Falls, said owners Garrett and Lauren Larson.NWCA provides services in all the communities Ronnings serves.
Rotary Report
Last week at the Rotary Club of International Falls Club Meeting, board member Jenell Feller invited Travis Ferguson of Littlefork High School to speak on his experience at Rotary Youth Leadership Awakening, or RYLA, camp this past summer.RYLA is a camp for juniors and seniors of all backgrounds who have demonstrated leadership potential.
IFPD seeks comment on body cameras
The International Falls Police Department is again proposing the use of body-worn cameras on officers.Chief Mike Kostiuk said the department will accept comments from the public via email, regular mail and in person, as required by Minnesota law.Comments from citizens on the use of body-worn cameras, or portable recording devices, should be sent by:• Email to mikek@ci.international-falls.mn.us• Regular mail to Chief Michael Kostiuk, 900 5th Street Suite 305, International Falls MN, 56649.People may also voice their opinion about the department’s plan to use body-worn cameras at public comment periods during the 5:30 p.m.