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Blackberry Farm hosts 40th annual Threshing Show
The North Central Minnesota Farm and Antique Association celebrated their 40th annual Threshing Show event at the Blackberry Farm. This year’s event included Antique tractors, stationary engines, the Baudette Power Plant, Farm Demonstrations, Sawmill and shingle making, barrel making, farm animals, live music, food and much more. This is a nonprofit club that consists of a group of hardworking people who share a passion for the passing of the past. Saturday night had an added bonus that was included in appreciation of all those hard working people who bring this event to life and for all those who come out and watch this event. It included an evening band called Blackhoof, beer garden and fireworks to end the night. Proceeds from this event help cover the clubs upkeep and operating expenses.
Vikings lose J.J. McCarthy for season
EAGAN— Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy is officially out for the season after a successful meniscus repair in his right knee Wednesday. McCarthy underwent testing Monday that revealed he had a meniscus tear, after reporting soreness to team doctors, but the team was not sure to what extent he was injured until the procedure. “J.J. McCarthy underwent successful surgery this morning that required a full repair and he will miss...
Secretary Simon highlights public accuracy testing
On August 9, Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon visited the Dakota County Government Center to watch local elections officials conduct public accuracy testing of voting equipment ahead of the August 13 Primary. All Minnesota counties and municipalities that are conducting elections are required to administer public accuracy tests at least three days before the equipment is used. These events must be open to all members of the public and observed by at least two election judges from different political parties. ...
Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids and Greenway plan to merge programming to one site for fall 2024 school year
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids and Greenway will begin the 2024-25 school year with both branches at one location. The difficult decision to merge the clubs is necessary due to inadequate funding and staffing to support two separate Club sites. This fall, the Clubs will both be located at Robert J. Elkington Middle School in Grand Rapids. “We know this comes at a time when families are left with very few options for childcare and the school year is quickly approaching. We...
Wild Rice and the state fair, a “Great Minnesota Get-Together”
While for many the phrase “Great Minnesota Get-Together” immediately brings to mind cheese curds, corn dogs, and everything we’ve come to appreciate at our beloved Minnesota State Fair, do not forget about another, equally important “Great Minnesota Get-Together”—you and wild rice, Minnesota’s State Grain. Make plans now to join us at the Minnesota Cultivated Wild Rice Council’s state fair booth to stock up on affordably-priced Minnesota wild rice, sample great-tasting wild rice recipe samples, and purchase our highly popular “wild wear.” The Minnesota Cultivated Wild...
The LaRoque legacy: three generations of social studies excellence at Grand Rapids High School
Lynnette LaRoque grew up in Grand Rapids with a passion for school and teaching as she had many great experiences in her time going through elementary and high school. Lynnette subbed in schools and that is where she met her now husband. In 1989, she took an elementary job in Breckenridge, MN, and ended up teaching there for a year. She moved back to Grand Rapids when Bruce LaRoque proposed to her. Bruce Laroque also has a passion for teaching as he began teaching at...
The Army “Cover Fire” band will perform Saturday Aug. 17
The Army “Cover Fire” band will perform Saturday Aug. 17 at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. at the Itasca County Fairgrounds. There is no charge and the band does a wide variety of music for all audiences. Friday Paul Bunyan Communications is sponsoring the WOODPICKS BLUEGRASS BAND for the Senior Bean Feed which is sponsored by Grand Rapids State Bank and Bigfork Valley Hospital. The meal is free to those 55 and up and will be served at the Trailhead Building starting at 11 a.m. .
Itasca County Sports History
1964 Aug. 13, 1964: “Indians to Start Grid Practices on August 24” Coach Noble Hall will greet candidates for the Grand Rapids high school football team at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 24. Football suits will be issued to all eligible players at 8:30 a.m. that day. Letters have been sent to known candidates, but other...
Final Olympic medal count
After 200 nations competed in nearly 400 events at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, the summer games concluded on Sunday, Aug. 11 as the Olympic Torch was extinguished, ending 16 days of elite competition on a global stage. The Americans were dominant in Paris, securing 126 Olympic medals including 40 gold. The People’s Republic of China also secured 40 gold medals, tying the U.S. for the most in these olympics, and earned the second most medals overall, with 91. Americans secured Olympic Gold, Silver, and Bronze across the vast spectrum of events, but were most successful in Athletics (track and field) with 34 total medals, swimming, with 28 medals, and gymnastics with nine. The Olympic Torch begins its trek from Paris to Milano and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, the dual-host cities for the 2026 Winter Olympics, in early 2026.
Quick Hits
Twins to honor Mauer with statue *Newly inducted MLB Hall-of-Fame catcher Joe Mauer was notified by team that they will be placing a bronze statue of the beloved former Twin outside Target Field next season. It will be the eighth statue of a former player outside the ballpark, and was announced during a pre-game Hall of Fame celebration by Paul Molitor, Saturday, Aug. 3. ...
Beloved hockey coach, Sertich, passes away at 77
The hockey community mourns the loss of coach Mike “Sertie” Sertich, who passed away at age 77 last Thursday, following his battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Sertich, an Iron Range native, played football, baseball and hockey at Virginia High School before playing on the blueline at the University of Minnesota Duluth, where he will forever be a beloved Bulldog. Sertich was best known for his 18 years behind the bench at...
Applications available for a deer hunt by people with disabilities
Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge, in collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Options Resource Center for Independent Living and the Friends of Rice Lake Refuge, is pleased to announce that applications for the annual deer hunt by people with disabilities are ready to be released. The dates of the hunt will be October 10—13, 2024. Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge is located five miles south of McGregor, Minnesota on Hwy 65. McGregor is located approximately mid-way between Brainerd and Duluth. The Refuge is...
Top 3 winners of the Seeds of Change campaign announced
Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation (GRACF) announces the top 3 winners of its “Seeds of Change” campaign, celebrating GRACF’s 30 th Anniversary. This campaign was designed to uplift the invaluable work of local nonprofits and bolster the Community Foundation’s sustainability. Through August 2, 2024, community members voted for their favorite nonprofit and 840 votes were collected. The top three nonprofit organization winners are Boys and Girls Club of the Northland—Grand Rapids/Greenway Division, Great Tails Animal Rescue and New Beginnings Pregnancy + Family Support. Congratulations to...
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