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Women Empow(HER) camps allow young women to try out the trades
Earlier in June, Women Empower(her) camps took place at Minnesota North, Hibbing and Eveleth college campuses. These camps serve purpose through empowering young girls, ages 14 - 17 to try out the trades. Angela, who is the director of the Women Empower(her) said, “This is the third year we have been able to provide these camps for young girls. In the future, we are hoping to provide additional classes to adult women to come in and try something new that they may have never gotten...
Local businesses join forces in beloved annual event celebrating “shop local”
Where’s Waldo? In Grand Rapids, MN, of course! Celebrating its twelfth anniversary in July 2024, Find Waldo Local has become a beloved summertime event in communities nationwide. This year, Candlewick Press and the American Booksellers Association are again teaming up with 310 independent bookstores nationwide, including Wildflower Bookshop, for some hide-and-seek fun designed to encourage residents to patronize their local businesses. There is no charge to participate, and the hunt lasts for the entire month of July. Families love joining the scavenger hunt to find...
Construction on Highway 89 near Grygla begins July 8
The Minnesota Department of Transportation announced today, construction on Highway 89 near Grygla begins July 8. The project includes resurfacing Highway 89 between Grygla and the Red Lake Nation boundary. Motorists will detour utilizing Marshall County Road 54 and Highway 1. In addition to resurfacing, project elements include: Culvert replacements Sidewalk upgrades in Grygla ...
Essentia Health EMS team earns clinical excellence award
Essentia Health is proud to announce that our EMS team serving Buhl and surrounding communities has received the EMS Clinical Excellence Award from the Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board (EMSRB). The team is recognized for providing exceptional clinical care in 2023. “I couldn’t be prouder of the exemplary care our Essentia Health EMS professionals deliver every day to the citizens and communities we are privileged to serve,” said Joe Newton, emergency medical services senior director for Essentia. “We strive to provide the right care to...
"Paintings to Amuse and Amaze": Edge Gallery July 11 - Aug 2
"I think of my artwork as a theatrical production, in which the viewer is allowed to temporarily suspend disbelief. For the viewer, my artwork becomes a momentary distraction --- a gift of enchantment, amusement, delight, and emotional connection." The Edge Gallery is excited to display a wide selection of landscape and abstract acrylic paintings by Richard Mittelstadt. The committee operating this little gem in Bigfork invites you to take the...
Local Itknonen completes fourth Grandma’s Marathon
On June 22, Duluth kicked off their summer with Grandma’s Marathon, one of the largest marathons in the country, welcoming 20,000 annual runners and bringing over $21 million dollars to the region. Pengilly native and current Grand Rapids resident Aaron Itkonen was right in the midst of the runners, pacing himself with some of the best runners in the world. To complete a full-marathon, one must endure 26.2 miles to the finish line - nothing new to the veteran-runner Itkonen, who has completed nearly 10...
Quick Hits - Guerin makes a statement
Minnesota Wild go defense-first in ‘24 Draft *It’s clear what Bill Guerin’s philosophy was in this year’s NHL Draft as the Minnesota Wild General Manager drafted four defenseman in their six picks last weekend. That included blue-chip prospect Zeev Buium, whose availability at pick 12 surprised Guerin enough to trade a third round pick to move up one spot for the University of Denver defenseman. After drafting an intriguing offensive-talent in forward Ryder Ritchie with their 45th pick, Guerin took three defenseman and a goalie...
Less cautions means more action at Grand Rapids Speedway
Grand Rapids Speedway held another action-packed night of racing before the 4th of July break and it was a quicker evening of racing with less cautions and more action. This week the WISSOTA Midwest Modifieds, WISSOTA Pure Stocks, WISSOTA Hornets, WISSOTA Modifieds, WISSOTA Super Stocks and WISSOTA Late Models were competing in the races. First to start off the features were the WISSOTA Midwest Modifieds. Only three cautions halted the race for minor spin outs. Sam Kolar and Michael Blevins led the pack on the...
Itasca County Sports History
1964 July 2, 1964- “Rapids Golfer Wins Mesaba” Joan Richardson, an ace Grand Rapids golfer won the Mesaba Women’s Invitational golf crown Sunday at Hibbing. A Grand Rapids high school graduate and the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Richard, Joan is now a school teacher. Joan fired a 36-hole score of 166 on 82-84....
Business Brief: Grand Auto Spa
What products/services do you offer? We are proud to say we offer the only self-serve wash bays in the Grand Rapids area. We offer a touchless automatic wash at our Highway 2 location and a touchless/ soft touch auto wash at our new location. We also have a tall bay for washing larger vehicles, such as Semi Trucks. We are currently working on adding an indoor self serve detail bay. This bay will come complete with indoor vacuums and vending of all products needed to...
Announcement of the retirement of Father William Graham
The Rev. William Graham, the pastor of St. Michael Parish, 4901 E. Superior Street in Duluth, has announced his retirement after a long and fruitful service to the people of God in the diocese and beyond. The Diocese of Duluth has accepted his retirement as of July 1, 2024. Ordained as a priest of the diocese in 1976, Father Graham, who turns 75 early next year, first served as an associate pastor at St. John’s and then as pastor of St. Margaret Mary’s, both in...
Aitkin hospital nurse receives DAISY Award
The latest nurse to receive the DAISY Award, recognition for outstanding nursing, at Riverwood Healthcare Center is Nichole Bock, a registered nurse for the hospital inpatient unit. Bock has worked for Riverwood for eight years, caring for medical and surgical patients. Riverwood participates in the DAISY Award honoring exemplary nurses who have been recognized by a patient for their extraordinary act of compassion or a relationship that they have created with a patient that truly made a difference. The award is part of the DAISY...
Arrowhead Transit excited to serve the Hibbing community
The City of Hibbing and Arrowhead Transit are thrilled to announce that Arrowhead Transit will be providing the Hibbing Area Transit services starting on Aug. 1. This marks a significant milestone for both the company and the community. “It is no secret that city leaders and staff endured significant procurement and supply chain issues in operating Hibbing Area Transit during and post the pandemic,” said Mayor Pete Hyduke of the city-run service. “We have jumped a lot of hoops, done our due diligence and exhausted...
July at MacRostie Art Center
MacRostie Art Center (MAC) is pleased to announce receptions for two exhibitions that will be held during the First Friday Art Walk on July 5. The Minnesota Gallery will host the opening of THE ROCKS ARE STRANGE HERE, a multimedia exhibition by Pono Asuncion. Giinawind Gallery will host the opening of Stories Between Earth and Sky, an exhibition of paintings by Sarah McRae. The public is invited to attend the receptions and view the exhibitions throughout the months of July and August. MINNESOTA GALLERY |...
Tips for celebrating July 4th safely
Safety should be top of mind when using fireworks to celebrate the July 4th holiday. While fireworks are beautiful to watch, they are dangerous to play with. If not handled properly, fireworks can cause severe injuries to eyes and skin. Even sparklers and firecrackers send thousands to the emergency room each year. Here are 12 fireworks safety tips to help prevent injuries: Use fireworks outdoors only. ...
Deer River City Council hears from audit, needs to keep working at fund balance
Jeff Sterle, auditor with Sterle and Company, reviewed the 2023 financials with the council. Sterle said the general fund balance was in the black but stated there should be more of a fund balance than the City of Deer River has. Though this is a big improvement from past years, he explained, the city’s policy says the balance needs to be higher. Sterle said the fire fund has a good fund balance as well, and that the enterprise funds have a lot going on. Sterle said the water fund ended the year at a loss and the sewer fund was...
Reception July 6: “Summertime” Lyric Art Colony
Featured July 3 until Saturday the 27th, at Northwoods Friends of the Arts in Cook MN is the Lyric Art Colony exhibit, “Summertime”. The opening reception is on Saturday July 6 from 12 noon until 2 p.m.. Folks may view “Summertime” at NWFA Gallery, 210 S. River St. on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Don’t miss this exciting exhibit ! On display will be works by Pat Brascugli, Margie Kent, Sandra...
Arrowhead library system phones down for upgrade
The Arrowhead Library System (ALS) Headquarters will be upgrading to a new phone system on Tuesday, July 2 & Wednesday, July 3. During this time period, all phone lines into the building will be down, so ALS staff will not be available by phone. Email will be available during this time. Please feel free to email individual staff directly or our general email at als@alslib.info, Mail-A-Book at mailbook@alslib.info, and the Bookmobile at bookmobile@alslib.info. The ALS general phone number will stay the same at 218-741-3840. Please note the ALS Headquarters will be closed on July 4th for the Independence Day Holiday. Thank you for your patience as we work to provide you with better service.
Coming Soon: Fourth of July
Long before the downslope of June begins and the summer solstice approaches, the aisles and shelves of our local big box stores begin to fill with the colors red, white and blue in preparation for the average lake lover’s favorite day of the year- July 4th. The Fourth of July, or Independence Day, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence, which was adopted on July 4, 1776. This pivotal moment marked the birth of the nation and its liberating separation from British rule. While this annual day of celebration is often one of joy...
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