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10 years ago... Following Dist. 4 County Commissioner Jim Dowson’s announcement that he would not run for re-election, Walker Mayor Scott Bruns has announced his candidacy for that seat in the November elections. Bruns has been a very active community leader for more than 30 years. He is in his third term as mayor and also served on the council for 10 years. He also has been a member of...
Walker Public Library urges families to go to the library and sign up for Read, Renew, Repeat
Walker Public Library launches it Read, Renew, Repeat summer reading program June 4. Everyone is invited to the kick off event that will include snacks, activities, crafts and games for families and all ages starting at 1 p.m. Register your kiddos to participate in the two-month program so they can win prizes for reaching their reading goals. “We’ve planned a wonderful program for kids to make the library a great...
Upcoming Public Hearing on Cass County's 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
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Northwoods Arts Council ‘Brings the Arts to Life’ in north central Minnesota
The Northwoods Arts Council (NAC) continues its mission of “Bringing the Arts to Life” in Hackensack and the surrounding area by hosting another exciting summer lineup. Events include “An Afternoon with author William Kent Krueger” in June, the summer Lakeside Concert Series, the Josh Duffee Music Festival in July, and the 29th annual Art and Book Festival in August. On June 12, award-winning author William Kent Krueger gave a presentation...
ATV Safety Field Day classes June 8 at WACC
Two ATV Safety Field Day classes are available June 8 the Walker Area Community Center (WACC), 105 Tower Avenue. The classes are a cooperative effort of the Cass County Sheriff’s Office and the Woodtick Wheelers ATV Club. The classes will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, and 1 to 4 p.m. Classes begin with classroom instruction and written quiz, followed by the outside riding obstacle course. Please arrive 30...
Hackensack drafts ‘friendly’ food truck ordinance
The Hackensack City Council approved May 13 a resolution “authorizing the licensing and operation of Mobile Food Units (MFU), aka food trucks, within the City.” In drafting the resolution, Mayor Bill Kennedy said the council tried to take into consideration the interests of established businesses (food or non-food), food trucks, special events or festivals, and other factors. “It’s better to be food truck friendly,” he concluded, “and not try to...
🚧 Construction Update: Roadwork on Witter Avenue, 7 Miles West of Park Rapids
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Local motorists are advised of ongoing road construction at Witter Avenue, approximately 7 miles west of Park Rapids. The report, sourced from the Waze navigation app and shared via 511MN by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT), indicates that the area is currently undergoing construction works. While the authorities are disseminating this information to aid travelers in the area, please be informed that MnDOT does not guarantee the accuracy of the Waze user-generated content. Commuters are encouraged to approach the zone with caution and to plan their travel routes accordingly. Please stay tuned for any further updates on this construction event.
Letter to the editor: Thanks to all who gave, helped with new Hackensack sign
Thanks to all who gave, helped with new Hackensack sign Thank you to all who brought us the new Hackensack sign on the south edge of town. The sign was funded through donations from the Hackensack Lakes Area Community Foundation, Hackensack Lions, Hackensack American Post 202 and Legion Auxiliary. Jody Kane of Kane Electric donated his time to install the lighting and update electrical components. Diana Grundeen of Trio Landscaping...
Largest & Best Flea Market in Central Minnesota This Saturday
We have all felt the pinch. The pinch of inflation and crazy prices almost everywhere you look. It's food, cars, houses, clothing, everything. So, when you can get a great deal on something, it's time to jump on that train. A great place to find some fun, useful, unique and...
Where Are the Best Campgrounds in Central Minnesota?
We’re ready. We, residents of Minnesota are ready to go all in on being outside for the summer. This past weekend the fishing was lively and the amount of people getting outdoors was at a high level also. I was strolling through one of the St. Cloud Facebook groups...
Memorial Day services announced by Legion, VFW Posts
Area American Legion and VFW Posts have announced their Memorial Day weekend schedules. The public is invited to attend services to honor deceased military veterans, all held on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, except as noted. Walker Spencer-Ross American Legion Post 134 and Legion Auxiliary in Walker will hold services at 10 a.m. Memorial Day,...
Walker Council hears about Bassmaster Open Fishing coming to Leech Lake Aug. 21-24
A Bassmaster Open event will be held on Leech Lake this summer and is expected to attract several thousand people. Andrew Arnold of Reed’s Family Outdoor Outfitters and Cindy Wannarka of the Leech Lake Area Chamber of Commerce attended the May 6 Walker Council meeting to discuss the event that will be held Aug. 21-24. “We’re laying the seed for when the Chamber comes to ask for street closures in...
Longtime Leech Lake Chamber staff member ‘calls it a career’
As the Chamber staff members are busy finalizing event planning and promotions for the season, and businesses are busy getting ready for the summer residents and visitors, the Leech Lake Area Chamber of Commerce has news to share. We are looking ahead to a summer of many changes. Our longtime summer staff member — Rhonda Greenlun — will not be returning to work this summer. After 17 years she has decided that she wants to have more free time during her summers in Minnesota. She...
The old and the new
The Walker Rotary Club just lost a good share of it’s life’s blood. Thelma Grimley was the heart and soul of everything the organization stands for — service above self. Paul Harris, the founder of Rotary International, would have been proud to know one who abided so diligently by his doctrine: one profits most who serves best. Thelma had 27 years of perfect attendance in an organization that stood for everything she stood for, before she spent her last three years at an assisted living...
5 Under 40: Cassie Miles wants to provide community for MN families with children's museum
ST. CLOUD — In July 2020, as millions of people were adjusting to working from home, 5 Under 40 winner Cassie Miles was going into the office for the first time in eight years. It was part of her new role as executive director of the Great River Children's Museum. ...
Canine forensic team arrives week of May 20 to search AGC Road
A canine forensic unit will be on site the week of May 20 at the CSAH 37 road project (aka Ah-Gwah-Ching cut-across) off State Highway 371 south of Walker, to search for possible human remains. “We are working with the Minnesota Indian Affairs Council and the Office of the State Archeologist as the responsible authority for this evaluation,” Cass County Administrator Josh Stevenson told The Pilot-Independent May 9. “The result of the evaluation will determine the next steps on the completion of the road project.” ...
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