As water levels in the Rainy River Basin continue to rise, Koochiching County Chair Wade Pavleck signed an emergency declaration Tuesday, allowing for the recoup of county expenses involved in flood preparation and response.
Looking for a chance to get all dressed up for a good cause? Koochiching County Historical Society and Museum’s first gala, “A black & White Affair,” offers just that chance June 2, say organizers. Open to the public with tickets, doors open at the Thunderbird Lodge at 5 p.m.
Bob Wolfe, Republican endorsed candidate for House District 3A, last week suspended his campaign and endorsed Roger Skraba of Ely for the House seat. “This was all about party and not about persons because we need to ensure that Republicans take control of the Arrowhead,” said Wolfe, who lives in Loman near International Falls.
Candidates for county offices, state and federal offices may file for those positions from May 17-31. Three districts in the Koochiching County will elect commissioners: District 1 commissioner, now held by Wade Pavleck, who announced he will not seek reelection; District 2, now represented by Kevin Adee; and District 4 commissioner, now held by Jason Sjoblom.
With the Backus Community Center Board’s decision not to renew a lease with the International Falls School District, the Alternative Learning Center needs a new space before the next school year. The subject was briefly discussed last week when an audience member raised concern at the Falls City Council meeting.
Few people truly have no connection to a cemetery. Locally, Forest Hill Cemetery has for more than 110 years provided a final resting place for generations of this community.
The ice on Rainy Lake remained in place on Dove Island on Monday, as the rain and wind rolled in. Saturday marks the Minnesota walleye fishing opener. Boats will be able to ply the waters in some places, but others are expected to be locked in by ice.
International Falls Police Department will soon have an investigator, but no additional staff. The Falls City Council last week agreed with Police Chief Mike Kostiuk’s recommendation to fill the vacancy of investigator created with the recent ratification of the collective bargaining agreement.
Classmates will gather July 8 and 9 for the Littlefork-Big Falls All-School Reunion in a new format: No registration deadlines or fees, with donations going toward the 2025 reunion. “We do not have a deadline for anything this time around,” organizers said.
The annual Letter Carriers’ Food Drive takes place Saturday, and local United State Postal Service staff encourage residents to leave a bag for them to pick up. Postmaster Juanita Hill said the food is delivered to the Falls Hunger Coalition Food Shelf for distribution to local folks.