Apply salt correctly to waters
Snow and ice have finally arrived in much of Minnesota, and that brings the winter chore of clearing pavement — sometimes with salt.
Outdoors
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VNP: No trails open
A photo taken by Brian Harmon, National Park Service, shows pressure ridges on the west end of Rainy Lake.
Vehicle restrictions lifted
STAFF REPORT Colder weather and calmer winds have allowed ice conditions to improve the Beltrami County Sheriff Jason Riggs has lifted an order restricting vehicle… Login to continue reading Login…
Restriction on Upper Red Lake in effect
STAFF REPORT An order prohibiting vehicles on Upper Red Lake issued Dec.30 remains in effect following a meeting in Waskish to assess the ice situation… Login to continue reading Login…
Protect trees from winter, wildlife
Taking proactive measures now can help young yard trees survive winter weather conditions and hungry wildlife, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.“Yard trees provide countless benefits to our environment and our well-being.
Lots to see in January
January may be frigid, but the cold air means clearer skies for viewing the jewels scattered among the iconic winter stars.By the 7th, hourglass-shaped Orion, the hunter, and all its companion constellations will be up in the southeast at 8 p.m.
Ice caution
Sheriff Perryn Hedlund urges people to use extreme caution should they choose to venture out on local lakes and rivers.“Under normal circumstances, no ice is considered 100 percent safe,” he said.
Minnesota enhances protection for turtles
Two changes that enhance protection for Minnesota’s native turtles will go into effect Jan.
MnDNR Co Reports
DISTRICT 5MondayCO Curtis Simonson (International Falls #2) reports spending time this past week checking anglers on Rainy Lake and the Rainy River.
Third ice rescue on Upper Red
STAFF REPORT A third ice rescue on Upper Red Lake in less than a week has been reported by Beltrami County officials. Two of three… Login to continue reading Login…