Top speeds
About 70 runs runs were made Feb. 18 at the International Voyageurs Snowmobile Club’s 14th Annual Falls International Speed Run Against Cancer.
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County officials seek ambulance info
The Koochiching County Board Feb. 14 will seek proposals for countywide ambulance service to gather data and information as it works with International Falls, Ranier and St. Louis County on a plan to deliver ambulance service, members said.
KEDA discusses finances
The Koochiching Economic Development Authority Board discussed an agreement with International Falls that loaned $100,000 to cover a KEDA cash flow bind in its cold weather testing program. The anticipated gap is due to a delay – sometimes up to 90 days - in payments made for the KEDA’s testing facilities and services by customers, KEDA Director Paul Nevanen told the board Feb.
On ice
International Falls Figure Skating Club skaters Feb. 11 competed in Moorhead. Above, Quinn Brewinski. Below left, Abbie Sather; below right, Carly Morin. The club is preparing for its 2023 annual ice show March 25 and 26.
Water levels meeting Feb. 27
A virtual pre-spring water levels information session is planned for noon Feb. 27 by the International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee.
Casanova to talk about writing
Ranier author Mary Casanova will speak in April about her writing at several libraries, including International Falls. “UP NORTH! A Writer’s Journey with Author Mary Casanova” is a free program and will be offered locally at: • International Falls Public Library, Saturday, April 22, 10:30 a.m.
Board recognizes Skoe’s service
The death of Koochiching County Commissioner Wayne Skoe has left a second empty seat at the board table. Board Chairman Jason Sjoblom Tuesday recognized the death of District 5 Commissioner Skoe, 69, of Northome, who died Feb.
Drug forum opens discussion
A town hall meeting drew together resources Borderland community members can turn to for help with drug issues. Those involved in the Feb.
On the road again
A village of fish houses surround the Rainy Lake Sandbay ice road. The road can be accessed from Rainy Lake Marine, and a fee can be paid at the landing to assist Travis Thompson with maintenance.