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Forest History Center provides a unique experience for fourth graders
On Monday May 20th, fourth grade students at West Elementary made a trip out to the Forest History center. Upon arriving, students were able to watch a short historical film of the 1928 forest fires of Moose Lake and Cloquet, Minnesota. This multimedia show uses video, lighting, and audio special effects to convey the story. The film followed different perspectives of people who lived through the fire. The people in the film described their town as unrecognizable after the devastating fires. Next, students watched another short film on the history of logging in Minnesota. Following the two films, students were...
🚧 Road Construction Update on Blue Star Memorial Highway near Barnum, MN
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Travelers on the Blue Star Memorial Highway, also known as the 34th Infantry (Red Bull) Division Highway, should be aware of ongoing road construction affecting traffic between Exit 227 near Carlton County Road 4 in Mahtowa and Exit 235, which is located 7 miles south of Cloquet. According to a recent user report from the navigation app Waze, the construction activity has been identified along this route. While the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has relayed this information via the 511MN system, they advise that they cannot guarantee its accuracy. Drivers planning to travel through these areas are advised to allot additional time for potential delays and to stay alert for any construction-related signs or personnel.
🚧 Road Construction Update for Blue Star Memorial Hwy/Area Around Exits 235-227
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Travelers along the Blue Star Memorial Highway should anticipate possible delays due to road construction reported between Exit 235 and Exit 227, near Carlton County Road 4 (Mahtowa), approximately 4 miles south of Cloquet. The information was relayed by a Waze user and integrated into the 511MN system. While the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) provides this update, it advises that it cannot guarantee the accuracy of the report.
Arrowhead Library to feature acclaimed Minnesota authors
MOUNTAIN IRON—The Arrowhead Library System will host a program entitled “Authors in Conversation” at p.m. Monday, May 20, at the Virginia Public Library, and at the Calumet Public Library at noon the same day. It will also be featured at noon Tuesday, May 21, at the Cloquet Public Library. “Join award-winning Minnesota authors Jess Lourey, Sarah Stonich and Kristi Belcamino for a wildly entertaining night of authors in conversation,” as stated in the ALS news release. The “Authors in Conversation” are three acclaimed Minnesota writers—Jess...
🚧 Construction Update for Blue Star Memorial Hwy/34th Inf. Division Hwy, Barnum, MN
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Local travelers on the Blue Star Memorial Highway/34th Infantry (Red Bull) Division Highway in the vicinity of Barnum and Atkinson Township, MN, should be aware of road construction reported between Exit 227 at Carlton County Road 4 (Mahtowa) and Exit 235, approximately 8 miles south of Cloquet. The information regarding the construction activity was sourced from a Waze user report and subsequently shared via the 511MN service. It's important to note that the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has indicated that the accuracy of this report from the Waze navigation app cannot be guaranteed. Motorists are advised to plan accordingly, potentially allowing for extra travel time or seeking alternative routes if necessary to avoid delays.
🚧 Road Construction Update for Blue Star Memorial Hwy, Twin Lakes Township, MN 🚧
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Attention drivers traveling through Twin Lakes Township: A road construction alert has been reported between Exit 235 and Exit 227 near Carlton County Road 4 (Mahtowa), approximately 3 miles south of Cloquet. Please be aware that traffic may be affected in this region. The report originates from the Waze navigation app and has been shared through the 511MN system; however, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has advised that they cannot verify the accuracy of the information. Commuters are encouraged to plan their routes accordingly and exercise caution while driving through the construction zone. Stay alert for potential detours or delays during your travels.
🚧 Construction Update: Road Work Reported on Carlton County Road 4 Near Cloquet, MN
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. A recent update for travelers in the Twin Lakes Township region: Road construction has been reported between Exit 235 and Exit 227 along Carlton County Road 4, near Mahtowa, approximately 3 miles south of Cloquet, Minnesota. This report originates from the Waze navigation app and has been published via the 511MN system. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) wishes to inform the public that while the data is currently available, they cannot vouch for its absolute accuracy. Motorists planning to travel through this area are advised to anticipate potential delays and to consider alternative routes. The extent of the impact on traffic flow and the duration of the construction activity have not been specified in the report. As this is a user-generated notice, drivers are encouraged to exercise caution and stay alert for any signs or directives as they navigate through the mentioned segments of the Blue Star Memorial Highway/34th Infantry (Red Bull) Division Highway.
🚧 Construction Update: Roadwork Reported on 34th Infantry (Red Bull) Division Highway Near Cloquet, MN
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Local travelers may experience delays as road construction has been reported between Exit 235 and Exit 227 along the 34th Infantry (Red Bull) Division Highway near Mahtowa, approximately 5 miles south of Cloquet. This update is based on a report from a Waze user and has been generated in the 511MN system. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) would like to inform the public that while this information has been collected from the Waze navigation app, its accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Drivers are advised to exercise caution and consider alternate routes if possible. MnDOT thanks you for your patience during this time.
🚧 Road Construction Update for MN 73, Cromwell, MN
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. A report sourced from the Waze navigation app, as incorporated by the 511MN system, indicates that travelers on MN 73 near the vicinity of 5599 1st Street in Cromwell, Carlton County, should anticipate short delays due to ongoing road maintenance operations. Motorists are advised to be prepared for potential slowdowns and to plan their journeys with this construction in mind. Please note that the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has stated they cannot guarantee the accuracy of the details from Waze. The community will be kept informed of any further developments.
🚧 Update: Road Construction Reported on MN 27 South of Barnum
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Local travelers should be aware of reported road construction on MN 27, approximately 4 miles south of Barnum, MN. This information has been provided by a Waze user and subsequently shared through the 511MN system. While MnDOT has relayed this report, they note that they cannot guarantee the accuracy of the details provided by external navigation apps. Commuters are advised to approach the area with caution and to allow for extra travel time that may be required due to the construction activity on this segment of the Blue Star Memorial Highway/34th Infantry (Red Bull) Division Highway.
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