Notebook, Friday, April 19:
The Bronco softball team Thursday got the job done in a cold and windy doubleheader at Chisholm by shutting them out in both games 7-0… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Laurel Beager
Community Connectors
Recent news report via major metro newspaper announced coming end to eight Minnesota River Valley community newspapers, including hometown Jordan’s 140-year-old “Independent.” Old journalist here remembers “Independent” weekly telephone calls soliciting news for genuine local news.
Broncos
International Falls Broncos Monday found success on the diamond.The softball team traveled to Mountain Iron-Buhl where they would win that game 4-1.The softball team took a 22-0 win Thursday, April 11, with the mercy-rule in the fourth inning, against the Bears at Lake of the Woods High School.The team dominated in batting and fielding, and Gracie Swenson and Laney Taylor shined on both sides of the field as Swenson threw 7 strikeouts on the mounds and had 2 runs and 6 RBIs off 3 hits.Taylor would catch 2 fly-outs and have 2 runs and 3 RBIs off 2 hits.On Monday, the Bronco baseball team played in the home opener against North Woods beating the Grizzlies 7-2.Compiled by KGHS/KSDM Radio.
Park will have a bandshell
The International Falls City Council is awaiting information from its insurance provider before making decisions about the Irving “Pete” Peterson Bandshell that was destroyed in a fire April 7.But councilors voiced support to have a bandshell in Smokey Bear Park on the site, whether it is a rebuild or a new structure.
Association to consider columbarium
The Forest Hill Cemetery Association Board of Directors will hold its April meeting on Wednesday, April 24 at 5 p.m.
Moving boat dock
Question: I bought a used boat dock; do I need a permit to get it to my lake house?Answer: You can move a boat dock on Minnesota roads without a permit if the dock is no wider than 8 feet 6 inches, no higher than 13 feet 6 inches and no longer than 110 feet.The move must be done during day time hours.
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Notebook, Thursday, April 18:
The International Falls Bronco baseball team’s game scheduled for today at Deer River has been postponed due to the weather. The Bronco softball team’s doubleheader… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
L-BF students
The Littlefork-Big Falls School Board recently recognized the students of the month for March 2024.Lindsi Christenson, whose parents are Jason and Carmen, is March student of the month for senior high, and Takoda Briggs, whose parents are Jeff and Ashley, for junior high, reports Kathy Siltman, L-BF High School secretary.