RSS FeedWins, losses for the Range in session - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - News
ST. PAUL The session is over.
New Content from Friday May 24
I-94 ramps open near St. Cloud - News
I-94 lanes and ramps open for Memorial Day holiday Motorists traveling Interstate 94 between Clearwater and St. Cloud will find all lanes and ramps open throughout the extended Memorial Day holiday weekend. All lanes and ramps were opened at 9 p.m. Thursday and will remain open through 9 a.m. Tuesday. At 9 a.m. Tuesday, I-94 between Clearwater and St. Cloud will again be reduced to a single lane in each direction.
Two arrested in Chisholm drug bust - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
CHISHOLM A drug bust conducted Thursday by the Chisholm Police Department has resulted in the arrest of two Hibbing residents.
Fresh Trout in Trout Lake Township - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - News
Scott and Jane Souder bring fresh farmed rainbow trout to the Grand Rapids Farmers Market
Minnesota Online Sales Tax Starts July 1 - Blandin on Broadband
Its official Minnesota will require major online sites to collect Minnesotas 6.875 percent sales tax starting July 1, 2013. Good news for brick and mortar shops who have felt the lack of online tax (or really lack of enforcing online tax) has been unfair. Bad news for shoppers and large online retailers. Small online businesses are still exempt from the tax. The Pioneer Press reports The new law will have some wrinkles that dont completely close the online tax-free opening.
'Good' to Virginia boys tennis team - Mesabi Daily News - Sports
This week's column is dedicated to Mr. Robert Wheeler of Babbitt.
PolyMet plans open house, tours in Hoyt Lakes May 29 - MinnesotaBrown
PolyMet Mining will hold an open house to show people how the company plans to mine nonferrous minerals in northern Minnesota. The event will take place at the Hoyt Lakes Arena from noon to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29. PolyMet Mining Open House May 29, 2013 12-6 p.m. Hoyt Lakes Arena 102 Kennedy Memorial Drive Hoyt Lakes, MN Presentation Schedule 12:30 p.m. Jobs and Training 2 p.m. Vendors, Contractors and Labor Update 3:30 p.m.
See the 'Dylan by Duluth' sculpture concept - MinnesotaBrown
Last Sunday I talked about a new Bob Dylan sculpture project in Duluth in my preview of northern Minnesota's Dylan Fest and Dylan Days (starting today!) Here's a sneak peak at the sculpture, which was unveiled at a preview yesterday: The "Dylan by Duluth" website launches Monday, with a Kickstarter raising funds for the project starting in early June. My column last Sunday explains more.
When The Price of Gas Kills Your Budget - Northern Cheapskate
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We live 30 miles from everywhere. Public transportation, biking to work, and living with just one vehicle are not viable options for us.
And last week, gas prices hit an all-time high of $4.40 in Minnesota. In just a few days, we saw the price of gas jump by 40 cents a gallon and became second only to Hawaii for the cost of gas.
This week, the price of gas is down slightly about $4.25 a gallon where we live but it hasnt made budgeting any easier.
Dylan Days commence in Hibbing, Minnesota - MinnesotaBrown
Today Dylan Days starts in earnest in Bob Dylan's hometown of Hibbing, Minnesota. Duluth poet laureate Sheila Packa will lead a poetry workshop from 1-3 p.m. at the Hibbing Memorial Building dining hall. At 3, M.L. Liebler and the Coyote Monk Band Great Northern Radio Show alumnus and Hibbing's own Iris Kolodji will provide entertainment on the Memorial Building Little Theater stage, where at 3:30 authors and poets will read winnings works from the B.J.
Sunday Coupon Preview for 5/26/13 - Northern Cheapskate
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Matrix prize winners - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
HIBBING MATRIX Hibbings Youth Center has announced the two winners of MATRIX T-shirts and five winners of cash prizes, awarded to Iron Range youth at the Friday Night Dance Party held May 17. Stu
Quilter's Rummage Sale with Funk Junk antiques just for fun!
23621 County Rd. 9 Bemidji., MN 56601 Wednesday May 29, 2013 to Thursday May 30, 2013 Wed. 4pm - 7pm Thurs. 8am - 11am Fabric, patterns, grab bags, notions, antiques and repurposed fun junk! South on Hwy 71. 1/4 mile west on Hubbard County Rd. 9
School board approves contracts - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
HIBBING Hibbing School District has approved bargaining agreements with all five units.
Sirens sounded due to maintenance - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
HIBBING The piercing sound of the warning sirens tore through Hibbing at 2 p.m. Thursday.
VIDEO: NURSING TEDDY TO HEALTH - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
HIBBING Nevaeh Caroon entered the Teddy Bear Clinic with her stuffed friend, Giraffey, in tow.
Force behind L&M Radiator success dies - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
HIBBING Longtime successful Hibbing businessman Alex Chisholm, of L&M Radiator, has died.
New Content from Thursday May 23
Grant Opportunities - All posts: Cass Lake Leech Lake Community Forum: E-Democracy.org
Know anybody who could use these? Links are legit. I get grant notices from this site in my email. I haven't looked at these to see if they have closed yet. Save as a lot of these grants come around sometimes more than once a year. The following grant opportunity postings were made on the Grants.gov Find Opportunities service: CNCS Corporation for National and Community Service AmeriCorps Indian
Fielder's single gives Tigers 7-6 win over Twins - Mesabi Daily News - Sports
DETROIT (AP) Prince Fielder bounced a tiebreaking single off Jared Burton's glove in the eighth inning, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 7-6 come-from-behind victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thurs
Giants slip by Bluestreaks, 10-9 - Mesabi Daily News - Sports
AURORA The Giants scored two runs in the bottom of the seventh to knock off Chisholm, 10-9.
Hardening off - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
By Jo Bjerke
Master Gardener Virginia, MN
Young pampered seedlings that were grown indoors or in a greenhouse will need to adjust and acclimate to outdoor conditions prior to planting in the garden. This transition process is called hardening off. Hardening off gradually exposes the tender plants to wind and sun.
SALOME'S STARS - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Lots of possibilities begin to open up by midweek. Some seem more appealing than others. But wait for more facts to emerge later on before you consider which to choose. read more
Worship service at Harbor Days Festival - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
TOWER A prayer service with live music by Casey Aro Band and Calvary Chapel Solid Rock Church will be held on Sunday, June 2, from 10 a.m. noon. The service will be held at the Civic Center in Tower and is sponsored by Good News for Israel and Soudan Baptist Church. Free coffee and water will be available.
Vacation Bible School at Emmanuel Baptist - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
VIRGINIA Emmanuel Baptist Church invites all area children age 4 through grade 5 to SonWest RoundUp Vacation Bible School to be held June 10 14 from 9 11:30 a.m. each day. Five Old Testament Bible lessons on Moses will be presented. The theme scripture is Hebrews 13:8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever. read more
SpaceLIFT - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
By Rosie Gams
Decorator challenge: Wall color - Part 3 How to:
This week we continue to covering the color wheel. Weve talked about yellows, reds, browns and blues so lets look at green and neutral shades. read more
Summer concerts at Olcott Park - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
VIRGINIA The Virginia City Band, directed by Bob Baldrica and Bill Lavato, announced its 2013 summer concert schedule. The concerts are scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. at Olcott Park in Virginia. read more
Out of the Blue - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
By Brian Miller
HTF Columnist
I am the resurrection and the life. He that believes in me, though he may die, he will live. And whoever lives and believes in Me will never die. Do you believe this? Jesus quoted in John 11:25
B.M.: I hate to write these columns. At the same time, I love to write these columns.
Natural Wellness Expo in Hibbing - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
HIBBING Learn about alternative health and wellness options at the Natural Wellness Expo hosted by Iron Range businesses on Thursday, June 6, at Hibbing Park Hotel from 4 8 p.m. read more
Sculptor Gareth Andrews is honored by regional arts council - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
DULUTH The Arrowhead Regional Arts Council is proud to announce that the recipient for this year's George Morrison Artist Award is nationally recognized public sculptor Gareth Andrews.read more
Dr. Joe Bianco receives honor - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
ELY Long-time Ely physician Dr. Joe Bianco was honored for his contributions to medicine last week. He was named Physician of the Year for Essentia Healths East Region, which includes northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin. read more
Bryan Lindsay to serve on Iron Range Rehab board - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
VIRGINIA Bryan Lindsay has been selected to join the Board of Director of the Iron Range Rehab Center, an organization that has been providing rehabilitation services to the citizens of the Iron Range for nearly 60 years. read more
Miniature memorial dedicated at State Capitol - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
ST. PAUL The 175-pound miniature model of Shoulder to Shoulder, Even the Fallen Stand Tall Iron Range Veterans Memorial was be dedicated on May 16th in the Governors Office at the State Capitol in St. Paul.
Governor Mark Dayton, Senators Tom Bakk and Dave Tomassoni, St. Louis County Commissionerread more
This Week in Range History - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
By Dorothy R. Scheele
Dear Readers, read more
Are you destroying your computer? - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
By Patrick Sweeney
Cold Snap Technology
Computers are complex machines. They can perform many tasks of modern life, but are susceptible to the same flaws as any other machine would be. Dirt and dust are mortal enemies of machines and have several troubling consequences, home and office computers incl
Research Center receives new scanner - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
CHISHOLM The Iron Range Research Center located at Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm has recently installed a digital microfilm scanner from a $7,000 grant received last fall from the Minnesota Historical Societys Historical and Cultural Heritage Fund designed to help preserve and share Minnesota history. read more
New earthquake exhibit opens at MDC - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
CHISHOLM Minnesota Discovery Centers newest traveling exhibit, When the Earth Shakes, opened May 17 and focuses on the science of earthquakes and how scientists and engineers work together to make the world a safer place. read more
The Minnesota Iron Range Retriever Club - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
By Robert Haapala
HTF Contributor
The Minnesota Iron Range Retriever Club was formed in 1951 by a group of hunting dog owners from the Virginia, Eveleth and Mountain Iron area with the objective of improving the performance of their retrievers in the field.read more
Are you an introvert or an extrovert? - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
By Charlene Haapala, MSW, LGSW
HTF Columnist
Do you notice that you become more energized when you are around people and when you get alone you feel lacking in energy and drained? Or do you notice that you become more tired and worn down when you are around other people and feel more energized and al
Protect yourself from misdiagnosis; new ways to detect and treat pancreatic cancer - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
Q: My husband went to the emergency room for shortness of breath, and they sent him home, saying it was a result of his weight. Four hours later, we had to call an ambulance. He almost died -- of an asthma attack! How can this happen? -- Mary M., Nashville, Tenn. read more
SALLYWORLD: WEEK 138 - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
By Sally Peterangelo
HTF Columnist
GREETINGS & SALLYTATIONS! read more
City of Mountain Iron meeting notices - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
MT. IRON The Mountain Iron Planning and Zoning Commission will not be holding their regular meeting on Monday, May 27, 2013. The Mountain Iron Utility Advisory Board will meet on Tuesday, May 28, at 4 p.m. at Mountain Iron City Hall. The Mountain Iron Parks & Recreation Board will meet on Wednesday, May 29, at 5:30 p.m. at Mountain Iron City Hall. read more
VA Dial-A-Ride service hours expanding - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
VIRGINIA Due to customer requests, Arrowhead Transit will be expanding the Dial-ARide service within the city of Virginia to 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday beginning May 27. At that time, dispatch will be taking calls at 800-862-0175 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. read more
STEM Camp at MRC for young students - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
VIRGINIA Mesabi Range College will host its 6th annual STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Camp the week of June 10 - 14. Students entering grades 7 10 in fall 2013 can spend an exciting five days exploring the world of robotics, electronics, engineering, and the role of STEM as they engage in programming, building, and testing robots. Class hours are 8:30 a.m.read more
Etsy workshop scheduled at Lyric Center - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
VIRGINIA The First Stage, Lyric Center for the Arts is hosting a workshop for artists who would like to sell their artwork online by setting up their own Etsy shop. The workshop will be held on Wednesday, June 5, from 5:30 8:30 p.m. Cost is $15. read more
Healthy FOR Life - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
By Julie Asbach
HTF Columnist
Hello Sunshine! Tis the infamous time of year when our bodies begin to bow down to absorb thy mighty sun in the sky. Let us not forget to protect ourselves to avoid over-exposure that may harm our flesh. That goes for those sun-tanning booths as well. Please be mindful of how much time you spend in the sun.
Spring Art Expo opening reception set - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
COOK Northwoods Friends of the Arts presents the 3rd Annual Spring Art Expo in Cook, Orr, Tower, Crane Lake and Lake Vermilion businesses May 31 June 16, with an opening reception at the gallery on Friday, May 31, from 5 7 p.m. with music and refreshments.read more
Hibbing Mountain Bike Club calls first meeting - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
HIBBING The Hibbing Mountain Bike Club will hold its first planning and information-sharing meeting on Tuesday, May 28, at 6:30 p.m. at the Labor Headquarters in the Hibbing Memorial Building. Anyone interested in mountain biking is encouraged to attend. read more
SA seeks Oklahoma tornadoes donations - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
ROSEVILLE The Salvation Army is on the ground in Moore, Okla., providing food, water and emotional care to survivors and relief workers following the recent deadly tornadoes. More teams are mobilizing to serve in central Oklahoma and South Oklahoma City. read more
A wide Range of recipes - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
Compiled by Jean Cole
HTF Editor
What a great bunch of contributor recipes weve got today and they hail from across the Range: Hibbing, Virginia, Eveleth, and Gilbert. Thank you Kathy Riordan, Carver Richards, Mark Spagnolo, Tammy Spelts Berglund, and Marlene Emery! read more
Hibbing hosts Dylan Days this weekend - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
HIBBING Bob Dylans Iron Range hometown is having its annual celebration of music and the arts this weekend. Visitors and musicians from all over the United States and world will gather May 24-26 to share original music, creative writing and visual art, while learning the story of how Robert Zimmerman, Class of 59, became the legendary Bob Dylan. read more
Memorial Day history - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
Three years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union veterans the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) established Decoration Day as a time for the nation to decorate the graves of the war dead with flowers. Maj. Gen. John A. Logan declared that Decoration Day should be observed on May 30.read more
Hypnotherapist announces new business, services - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
By Jean Cole HTF Editor VIRGINIA Theresa Babiracki of Virginia announces the start-up of her new business, Northland Hypnosis. read more
Fantastic summer line-up at Bnai Cultural Center - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
VIRGINIA - The Bnai Abraham Museum and Cultural Center in Virginia, MN, announces its summer line-up of lectures, exhibits and musical performances. The center is located on the corner of 5th St. So. and 4th Ave. Exhibit opens Wednesday, June 5 read more
The Society of Forty Horses and Eight Men - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
By Terry Jackson
HTF Contributor
Editors note: See todays History Section (p. 18) for stories about the 1947 Friendship Food Train the U.S.read more
Virginia boys win ERC title - Mesabi Daily News - Sports
BIWABIK The Virginia Blue Devils boys golf team retained bragging rights for another year after successfully defending their East Range Conference Championship held at The Quarry at Giants Ridge on
Virginia downs Two Harbors, 6-4 - Mesabi Daily News - Sports
TWO HARBORS Matt McFaul and Eli Little combined for four hits and four RBI Thursday to lead Virginia past the Agates, 6-4.
Section 7A Cherry is on pace to repeat - Mesabi Daily News - Sports
COHASSET Minutes after watching his Cherry High School fastpitch softball team allow just one run while scoring 17 itself in a pair of Section 7A Softball Tournament victories at Portage Park in Coh
Wins, losses for the Range in session - Mesabi Daily News - News
ST. PAUL The session is over.
Friday News Digest - Strong Towns Blog
Yesterday was the "graduation" of six year old Stella from kindergarten, another milestone in a life that is proceeding way too quickly. We're getting ready for a summer schedule here and I am looking forward to being home again with the girls on Fridays, if not a little bit more at times. I've gotten used to Fridays being my quiet writing days, but I'm sure reverting to old form with some music, dancing and the like will be quite acceptable.
Enjoy the week's news.
Memphis.
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Range jobless rates drop in April - Mesabi Daily News - News
ST. PAUL Unemployment rates fell uniformly across the Range in the month of April, according to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.
Virginia sailor, Dante Tini, is remembered on Memorial Day - Mesabi Daily News - News
VIRGINIA More than 70 years have passed since 2,500 American military died in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, but the memory remains vivid for 90-year-old Bob Ralston of Virginia.
Fiber optic wire cut shorts phone service in northern part of county - Mesabi Daily News - News
DULUTH Some portions of Northern St. Louis County were without long distance phone service Thursday, and are not able to call 9-1-1 due to a fiber optic cut in the Orr area.
Crow Wing County plants nearly 30,000 white and jack pine seedings - News
Nearly 30,000 white and jack seedlings were planted on several sites throughout Crow Wing County. Crow Wing County Land Services Supervisor Kirk Titus reported the planting sites are located on about 36 acres in Mission, Crow Wing and Ideal townships. We rely heavily on the natural regeneration for many of our hardwood species like aspen, birch and oak, but we do plant the conifers to maintain and
New VA transport program hopes to offset transportation burder for vets with medical needs - News
Dawn Marker and Kim Jensen have a well-kept secret they want everyone to know about. For the past two years, Marker, of the Department of Veterans Affairs in St. Cloud and Jensen of Crow Wing Countys Veterans Service office have been working to coordinate a multi-agency effort to help Brainerd lakes area veterans with adequate transportation to medical appointments. This is our way of giving back to the veterans, Marker said.
Toy library gives families access to educational toys - News
It started with a passion for education and children. Today, its grown into a library of toys. Missys Toy Library opened in March, operating out of the Franklin Arts Center in Brainerd. The stock of toys was started from the collection of Melissa Gahler, a 32-year-old mom of two from rural Pierz, who died in June 2011. read more
Crow Wing County Land Services invites public comment on Cuyuna Pump Track Trail - News
Crow Wing County Land Services is requesting public comments on the proposed Cuyuna Pump Track Trail Project. Written comments on the project will be accepted by the County Land Service Department until June 21. The project plan may be accessed through the county website: http://www.co.crow-wing.mn.us/index.aspx?nid=291. Copies of the project plan also are available from the Land Services Departme
Little Falls school wins economic challenge - News
Little Falls Community High School won the 13th annual National Economics Challenge. The schools four-member team took the title in the David Ricardo Division (for students who have only taken a single-semester economics course) on May 19 in New York City. This is the second straight title for Little Falls, who also won the championship in 2009 and 2012. The winning students are Brian McNamara, Aaron Nilsen, Eric Schmidt and Travis Spillum.
Crow Wing County commissioners approve change to allow lake accessory building on Goodrich Lake - News
Crow Wing County commissioners voted to remove a condition on Timber Estates, which previously stated no permanent structures would be allowed on two outlots. The countys land services department and its planning commission approved a request to remove that condition and amend the plat for the development on Goodrich Lake in Fairfield Township. Commissioners didnt discuss the change, which was inc
CORRECTION - News
In the methadone clinic story that ran on Page 1 Thursday, it inadvertently said that methadone clinics are federally mandated. It should have said that the methadone treatment plans have to follow federal regulations and that the clinics are licensed through the state. The Dispatch regrets the error.
Senior calendar-May 24 - News
The Center Monday Closed for Memorial Day Tuesday 8 a.m.-1 p.m.- Open Craft. 8 a.m.- The Centers Toymaker Club. 9 a.m.- The Center Gift Shop Meeting (2nd week of month). 8 a.m. -4 p.m.- Cardio Exercise Room. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.- The Gift Shop. 11:30 a.m.- Lutheran Social Services Dining-Swedish meatballs, Paprika potatoes, spinach, ice cream. 1 p.m.- Progressive 500. 12:30 p.m.- Dominos. 1-4 p.m.- Folk Painting/Acrylic painting. 6 p.m.- Duplicate Bridge. Wednesday 8 a.m.
Hazardous waste collection sites set - News
FEDERAL DAM Cass County will offer six one-day household hazardous waste collection sites this summer. They include: June 17 1 to 4 p.m. at county highway garage in Walker. June 25 1 to 4 p.m. at East Gull Lake Town Hall. July 22 noon to 4 p.m. at Slagles transfer station east of Longville on Highway 7. Aug. 16 10 a.m. to noon at Do It Best Hardware in Remer. Aug. 16 1 to 3 p.m. at Crooked Lake Town Hall in Outing. Aug.
Joint intake system works in Cass County - News
FEDERAL DAM Jeri Seegmiller, health services team leader, and Lori Muller, social services team leader, reported Tuesday to Cass County commissioners on the success theyve had switching to a joint intake system. Applicants for health services or social services now can apply for either of those services or both through filling out one application with one intake person. They no longer have to go t
Highway 27 near Mississippi River in Little Falls to close May 28 - News
LITTLE FALLS Motorists will encounter delays and a detour on Highway 27/Broadway Avenue in Little Falls as the road closes at the BNSF railroad crossing, just west of the Mississippi River, at 7 a.m. Tuesday, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) reported. The road is scheduled to open by 7 p.m. Thursday. A detour will direct motorists along Paul Larson Memorial Drive, Ninth Avenue a
GRPD seeking missing man - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - News
The Grand Rapids Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating a missing man.
Memorial Day weekend, deadliest time of the year on the roads - News
Memorial Day weekend is the on-ramp to the summer driving season, the deadliest time on the road. Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) Office of Traffic Safety officials are reminding motorists to make safe, smart decisions during the historically deadly and high-traffic weekend. Memorial Day weekend traffic crash facts from 20082012: 28 total deaths. 14 were drunk driving-related. 18 wer
Get $250 in Free Coupons and More from Pillsbury - Northern Cheapskate
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Advanced tech predicts Ojard's replacement at Duluth port authority - MinnesotaBrown
Today it was announced that Adolph Ojard, executive director of the Duluth Seaway Port Authority, is retiring. Shipping is a big deal in the Twin Ports of Duluth, Minnesota, and Superior, Wisconsin, a vital transportation artery for the mining industry of the Iron Range and many agriculture and manufacturing interests. It's important that we know the port authority is in good hands once the capable Mr.
Annual Lawron Art Show - Bovey - Grand Rapids
When: Sat Jun 8, 2013 11am to 3pm CDT Where: Lawron Presbyterian Church - 36254 Scenic Hwy 6 - Bovey Event Status: confirmed Event Description: The Annual Lawron Art show will be held on Saturday, June 8th from 11am-3pm. The show features a variety of media and many artists. A light refreshment will be served and event is free to the public.
- Grand Rapids
When: Sat Jun 1, 2013 10am to 2pm CDT Where: 5K Fundraiser for Itasca County Special Olympics Athletes Event Status: confirmed Event Description: May 22, 2013 Over 45 Itasca County Special Olympics athletes will advance to State Summer Games with financial support from the 5K for Acceptance, a 5K run, walk, bike, or skate to benefit Special Olympics MinnesotaItasca County. The run will begin at 10 a.m.
Natural Wellness Expo - Hibbing - Hibbing Community Calendar
When: Thu Jun 6, 2013 4pm to 5pm CDT Where: Hibbing Park Hotel - Arrowhead Ballroom Event Status: confirmed Event Description: Come to the Natural Wellness Expo to find out what alternatives there are for your health goals. Businesses from across the Iron Range are coming together for this event focused on taking a natural approach to your well being. From fitness to massage, chiropractic to hoe
Itasca Town Hall Meeting - Grand Rapids
When: Mon Jun 10, 2013 6:30pm to Mon Jun 10, 2013 7:30pm CDT Where: Old Blandin Union Hall - Grand Rapids Event Status: confirmed Event Description: Itasca Working Family Alliance welcoms our elected legislators for a legislative update on June 10th from 6:30pm to 7:30pm at the Old Blandin Union Hall 1007 NW 4th ST Grand Rapids. Everyone is welcome!
An ultimate fishing story in the heart of Minnesotas nature; Voting continues until noon Friday to name Grand Rapids a regional Ultimate Fishing Town - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - News
Grand Rapids is currently in the running to receive a regional prize in the Ultimate Fishing Town contest being held through World Fishing Network: http://www.worldfishingnetwork.com/uft/vote/grandrap
Governor to decide if legislative pay raise goes to the voters - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - News
ST. PAUL Gov. Mark Dayton will soon decide between dueling legislative pay increase bills.
Minnesota Discovery Center: New Exhibit for the family. - Hibbing Public Library
See the new exhibit at the Minnesota Discovery Center: When the Earth Shakes. "Families are invited to explore the science of earthquakes and earthquake engineering through exciting and engaging interactive exhibits." The exhibit runs May 17 through September 1, 2013. See website and Facebook page for additional upcoming events during the summer: http://www.mndiscoverycenter.com/
Sirens to sound today due to maintenance; only a test - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
HIBBING The Hibbing Fire Department will be testing its warning sirens this afternoon around 1 p.m.
Return on Brain Damage - Strong Towns Blog
This morning I was part of a really interesting group discussion over email, which I thought the Strong Towns audience might enjoy hearing a bit of. Without copying the entire email chain, here's what regular Strong Towns contributor Ian Rasmussen and I had to say. We've seen a number of studiesthat indicate the traditional development pattern generates more wealth than conventional, auto-exclusive development over the long-term.
Stephen J. Rabbers - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
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Krista Marie White - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
Krista Marie White, 34, of Gilbert, died Monday, May 20, 2013. read more
Dominic R. Cannata, Sr. - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
Dominic R. Cannata, Sr., 97, Hibbing, died Wed. May 22, 2013, in Chisholm, MN. He was born Sept. 27, 1915 in Hibbing, the son of Louis and Concetta Cannata. Dominic was a lifelong resident of Hibbing and was united in marriage to the love of his life, Rose A.read more
5 Things You Need For a Successful Garage Sale - Northern Cheapskate
photo credit: Luke Jones via Flickr
The toy box is overflowing. The closet is bursting with stuff. Opening a cupboard around here should be done at your own risk.
Yeah. Its time for me to get ready to have another garage sale.
I adore going to garage sales. The thrill of the hunt, the joy in finding a great deal, and the connections you make with other bargain hunters make it such a fun way to shop.
Holding a garage sale? Well, not so much fun.
Free Kindle Book: 100 Easy Camping Recipes - Northern Cheapskate
Hibbing Community Senior Center schedule May 27-31 - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
HIBBING The Hibbing Community Senior Center, located at the Memorial Building, announces activities for the week of May 27-31.
Tourist Center Senior Citizens schedule May 27-31 - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
HIBBING The Tourist Center Senior Citizens, 1202 E. Howard St., announce activities for the week of May 27-31.
Middle school sees success with alternative learning academy - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - News
Reading and Math Academy is in top 97% of programs closing achievement gap
―Given the gift of knowledge - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
HIBBING Make what you do each day matter.
Tick, tock. Done - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
ST. PAUL 11:30 p.m.:
Lawmakers favor amendment over pay increases - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
ST. PAUL Gov. Mark Dayton will soon decide between dueling legislative pay increase bills.
N-K teachers seek contract settlement - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
NASHWAUK The Nashwauk-Keewatin School Board meeting room was filled with teachers, students and community members Tuesday night.
New Content from Wednesday May 22
Cass income from land, timber is up - News
FEDERAL DAM Largely due to the sale in 2012 of $750,175 worth of county administered non-conservation land, Cass 2012 income from land and timber sales was higher than in recent years. That revenue will be distributed in 2013 to the countys reforestation and recreational funds and to cities, townships and school districts where the sales took place. read more
Dayton has pay raise bills on his desk - Mesabi Daily News - News
ST. PAUL Gov. Mark Dayton will soon decide between dueling legislative pay increase bills.
Section 7AA playoffs: Devils down Rails, 16-2 - Mesabi Daily News - Sports
VIRGINIA Big Blue came out of the dugout and onto the field at Olcott Park with bats blazing Wednesday afternoon for its 7AA fastpitch softball playoff game against Proctor.
Fire heavily damages house - Mesabi Daily News - News
VIRGINIA A smoky house fire at 801 Eighth St. S. in Virginia Wednesday resulted in one person being displaced and two pet dogs lost in the blaze. No person was injured.
Eveleth-Gilbert girls defeat Hibbing, 17-4 - Mesabi Daily News - Sports
HIBBING All it took was one bad inning and Hibbing High School softball team watched their season come to end.
Mesabi East girls take 2nd - Mesabi Daily News - Sports
The boys and girls track teams from Mesabi East (102) and Eveleth-Gilbert (80) finished second and third, respectively, out of the 15 teams at the Section 7A North Subsection Track and Field Meet Wedn
Several events set at BNai Abraham Center - Mesabi Daily News - News
VIRGINIA Its been a rewarding year so far at the Bnai Abraham Museum and Cultural Center, which has held a number of community events.
LCP District 2 Director Jack Huhta of rural Gilbert handily defeated in vote - Mesabi Daily News - News
EMBARRASS Lake Country Power District 2 Director Jack Huhta of rural Gilbert was handily defeated by Scott Magie of the Ely area, 874-348. The election results were announced at the cooperatives an
Doubles teams ready for state tennis tourney - Mesabi Daily News - Sports
VIRGINIA Joe Skaudis and Tom Prittinen powered past a duo of players from Pine City Wednesday to win the Section 7A doubles title, 6-1, 6-2, and advance to next months State Tournament.
Softball: Thunderhawks lose to Duluth East in playoff opener - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - Sports/High school
The Grand Rapids softball season came to an end on Wednesday evening, as the No. 10 Thunderhawks fell to the No. 7 Duluth East Greyhounds by a score of 8-3 in the opening round of the Section 7AAA tou
Softball: Raiders survive shaky start, beat Broncos 10-3 in section tournament opener - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - Sports/High school
BOVEY With just one out in the top of the first inning, and Greenway already trailing International Falls 2-0 in the teams' opening Section 7AA playoff game, Raiders starter Kayla McInerney threw he
Legislative Update - Grand Rapids
When: Mon Jun 10, 2013 6:30pm to Mon Jun 10, 2013 7:30pm CDT Who: Grand Rapids Where: Old Blandin Union hall 1007 NW 4th St Grand Rapids, mn 55744 Event Status: confirmed Event Description: Itasca Working Families Alliance welcomes our elected officials for a Legislative Update! Join us from 6:30 to 7:30 to learn what our legislators have been up to.
Catch Deer River High School Students Cross Country Online Concert Tonight - Blandin on Broadband
I am in the room with Superintendent Matt Grose from Deer River Schools and he just told us about something very fun thats happening online tonight when the Deer River high school students will be performing a joint concert online with students in Chicago, California and professional singers. You can sign up to see them online through the Cisco website. Bridging the Gap Concert (Live Webcast May 22
Tuesday Summer Concert - Series Program #1 - Grand Rapids
When: Tue Jun 4, 2013 12pm to 12:30pm CDT Where: Community Presbyterian Church Event Status: confirmed Event Description: New Generation - String Trio, Classical to bluegrass with Maggie Anderson, Olivia Skaja and Solveig Viren. There is also lunch available for $6.
AITKIN, MN--Mississippi River in Aitkin - Recent Uploads tagged aitkinmn
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The "Mighty Mississip" has its origins in upstate Minnesota, and one of the first major towns it passes through is Aitkin. Here's a scene, east of central Aitkin. August 28, 2005. 2013 Peter Ehrlich
Gallery North - First Friday Open House - Bemidji Community Calendar
When: Fri Jun 7, 2013 2pm to 5pm CDT Where: Gallery North - Bemidji Event Status: confirmed Event Description: Kay Schuver will be the showcase artist for the month of June at Gallery North with a reception on Friday afternoon, June 7th from 2-5 pm. Kay will feature his oil paintings and woodcarvings. The First Friday featured artists are Monie Martin and Patty Lovegreen. Monie Martin creates baskets from many local materials such as black ash, cedar, birch bark, willow, sweet grass, and round and flat reeds, some natural and some dyed.
NOW - Vocational Rehabilitation Program Grand Opening - Grand Rapids
When: Wed May 29, 2013 10am to 2pm CDT Where: Kiesler House - 1313 NE 7th St, Grand Rapids Event Status: confirmed Event Description: Kiesler House invites YOU to attend the Grand Celebration of NOW - Northern Opportunity Works - Vocational Rehabilitation Program. Kiesler House is looking for Business Leaders, Employers, and Community Members to join us to learn how NOW and Kiesler House are c
AITKIN, MN--St. John's Lutheran Church - Recent Uploads tagged aitkinmn
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One of the handsome buildings in Aitkin, Minnesota. August 28, 2005. 2013 Peter Ehrlich
UPM Blandin and Minnesota Power kick off forest restoration project marking culmination of historic easement exchange - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - News
UPM Blandin and Minnesota Power kicked off a reforestation project on 90 acres of forestland along a 160-acre transmission line vacated by Minnesota Power May 22.
Aabitoose News - Leech Lake Tribal College Library Blog
There will be no blog entries tomorrow and Friday because of the Native American art auction fundraiser for our LLTC Library Capital Campaignhappening tomorrow, Thursday, May 23,beginning at 6:00p.m.at Black Bear Crossings on the Lake in St. Paul. For more information, contact LLTC Advancement director Kyle Erickson at 218-335-4286 or check out our official LLTC event page: https://www.facebook.com
Aabitoose News - Leech Lake Tribal College Library Blog
There will be no blog entries tomorrow and Friday because of the Native American art auction fundraiser for our LLTC Library Capital Campaignhappening tomorrow, Thursday, May 23,beginning at 6:00p.m.at Black Bear Crossings on the Lake in St. Paul. For more information, contact LLTC Advancement director Kyle Erickson at 218-335-4286 or check out our official LLTC event page: https://www.facebook.com
LLTC Library Blog - All posts: Cass Lake Leech Lake Community Forum: E-Democracy.org
Leech Lake Tribal College Library Blog /////////////////////////////////////////// Aabitoose News Posted: 22 May 2013 08:28 AM PDT http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LltcLibraryBlog/~3/lVJleyMIlPw/aabitoose-news_22.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email There will be no blog entries tomorrow and Friday because of the Native American art auction fundraiser for our LLTC Library Capital Campaign happening tomorrow, Thursday, May 23, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Torrey Niles Wiebke - Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota
Torrey Niles Wiebke, 24, of St. Cloud, formerly of Makinen, MN, died May 14, 2013 in St. Cloud. A family service will be held Friday, May, 24 at 1PM at the Makinen Cemetery. Arrangements are with the Range Funeral Home in Virginia.read more
KOOTASCA relocates offices to mall space - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - News
Now theres much more than just shopping at the mall. The KOOTASCA Community Action offices have moved. Housed in the Itasca Resource Center for many years, KOOTASCA is now based at Central Square Mal
Magnetation secures $325 million for Mesabi Range, Indiana expansions - MinnesotaBrown
Though it's an area that prides itself on its public works, the Iron Range tends to do better economically when private equity moves around. That's why Magnetation's announcement yesterday of a $325 million investment in their new concentration plant by Coleraine and pellet plant in Indiana is potentially the sleeper story of the year on the western Mesabi. Essar Steel is also moving around some private funds by Nashwauk.
―Not an ending but a new beginning - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - News
ICC graduates 288
County adds social worker position in response to new state mandates - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - News
With new state requirements changing case assignments for the countys Child Protection Unit, the Itasca County Family and Child Services Division was racking up thousands of dollars in monthly overti
Increased enforcement on the way this summer - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - News
Those driving in Itasca County this summer will want to buckle up, watch the speed and definitely not drink and drive.
Slimmer bonding bill sheds some Range projects - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - News
ST. PAUL The proposed $800 million bonding bill went on quite a diet in the last few hours of the 2013 legislative session on Monday, shedding several Iron Range projects along with others across th
How Much Money Do You Need to Get By? - Northern Cheapskate
photo credit: MIKI Yoshihito via Flickr
When youre setting out to make your budget, you usually start by listing out all of your expenses. Then you compare it to your income and make adjustments as needed to get positive results.
But how much money do you really need to get by?
Well, according to a story from CNBC, a new Gallup survey says that the average American family of four thinks they need $58,000 to get by.
Hill Annex Mine State Park faces uncertain future - MinnesotaBrown
Hill Annex Mine State Park in Calumet is the only one of only two Minnesota state parks that honor mining history. If you haven't seen it yet, I'd recommend you check it out this summer. You should anyway, but this might be the last summer the park is open. Buried in the park's charter is a provision that it could be closed if the iron ore reserves below the park were ever deemed commercially viable.
Get Up To 70 Swag Bucks with Swag Code Extravaganza - Northern Cheapskate
Earn up to 70 Swagbucks during the MAYkeover Madness Swag Code Extravaganza.
There will be a total of 7 Swag Codes worth 70 Swag Bucks given out starting at midmight (PT) on Wednesday, May 22, 2013. You can see the schedule in the graphic above to find out what times the codes will be released.
So what is a Swag Code? Its another way to get yourself closer to free gift cards on Swagbucks.com, which is a site that rewards you for most of the things youre already doing online.
Recover Health adopts ACO style - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
Philosophy designed to fight hospital readmissions
Softball: Despite losses, T'hawks head into section confident - Grand Rapids Herald-Review - Sports/High school
The Thunderhawks capped their regular season with two losses on Friday: 7-6 to Hermantown, then 4-2 to Duluth Denfeld.
Nashwauk Youth Organization seeks city assistance - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
NASHWAUK The rising cost of insurance to cover the Buck Lake Boy Scout Camp is causing the Nashwauk Youth Organization to look for outside help.
VIDEO: Graduates ready for challenges - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
HIBBING For 10 weeks this spring, Hibbing sixth graders were dared to make good decisions, dared to stay off drugs and alcohol, and dared to reject bullying.
Writing contest winners announced - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
HIBBING Organizers of the annual Dylan Days celebration have named the following parties as the winners of its 2013 B.J. Rolfzen Memorial creative writing contest.
Hibbing ready for Dylan Days 2013 - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
Hibbing ready for Dylan Days 2013
Bonding bill shrinks considerably - Hibbing Daily Tribune - News
ST. PAUL The proposed $800 million bonding bill went on quite a diet in the last few hours of the 2013 legislative session on Monday, shedding several Iron Range projects along with others across th
Financial Deformation - Strong Towns Blog
I'm in the final quarter of The Great Deformation - The Corruption of Capitalism in Americaby David Stockman. If the book was not so long I would want to do it twice because I feel like half of it or more has not sunk in. This is an intense tome that dispels financial legend after financial legend, from the narrative of the Great Depression (it was caused by the gold standard -- not, it was leverag
