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Chisholm explores community garden
CHISHOLM—A meeting is being held to gauge interest and come up with plans for a community garden in Chisholm. From 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 28, interested parties will have an opportunity to discuss options at Chisholm Baptist Church. Chisholm City Councilor Jed Holewa said while campaigning for office, citizens expressed a need for a community garden. ...
Virginia debates $64,000 purchase, impact on budget
VIRGINIA—The purchase of a new 2024 Ford Transit van might seem like a normal acquisition for many cities. However, the Virginia City Council tabled action on the $64,277 expenditure after a citizen questioned the immediate need for it in light of the city’s tight budget. “The van is a luxury item for the Park and Rec Department,’’ Virginia homeowner Greg Lenci said during the public forum. He knows the purchase...
Historic pond restoration project under way at MDC
CHISHOLM—Crews with heavy equipment are at work on the grounds of Minnesota Discovery Center (MDC) in Chisholm trying to restore the pond at MDC along with some critically needed infrastructure upgrades, according to Char Conger MDC Executive Director. MDC remains open through the construction, which started May 6, and has a full line up of events coming up. Visitors may experience some rerouting of foot traffic in the interim. The...
Meet Up and Chow Down returns June 3rd
IRON RANGE—United Way of Northeastern Minnesota (UWNEMN)’s free summer lunch program, Meet Up and Chow Down, will once again provide free lunches to all children under age 18 at the following locations starting June 3: Biwabik City Park Chisholm Kiwanis Park Cook Public Library ...
Candidates invited to join Little Miss Gilbert contest
GILBERT—A pizza party is planned for 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, at the Gilbert City Hall for girls interested in being this year’s Little Miss Gilbert. Girls ages 5-12 who live in Gilbert, Sparta, Hutter, Genoa and McKinley are eligible. The winner will represent the city of Gilbert in the 3rd of July parade, the July 4 kiddie parade and other Gilbert events as well as other area parades. Her reign will be from July 3, 2024, through July 2, 2025. ...
A military recognition for a forgotten soldier long overdue
Norman Kenneth Bawks has for decades been an unknown, unrecognized hero. Bawks, a resident of St. Louis County and member of the 359th Infantry Regiment, on Nov. 6, 1918, was killed in action during World War I. Bawks was one of 116,516 American “Doughboys” killed in combat or dead of other causes during what was then called the “War to end all wars,” according to the United States World War...
Chisholm approves school business office contracts
CHISHOLM—The Chisholm School Board took steps this past Monday to finalize rebuilding the district’s business office. At a meeting last month the board approved hiring Noah Kaczor as the district’s business manager, and on Monday the board approved a two-year contract with Kaczor. Effective dates of the contract are from June 3, 2024 to June 30, 2025. The board on Monday hired Morgan Anderson to the position of payroll/human resource...
Chisholm Laundry open with new owners
CHISHOLM—A laundromat with several decades of history is once again open and under new ownership at 100 Southwest Central Ave. in Chisholm. Jeff and Alena Baker, the owners of Chisholm Laundry, purchased the business in February of 2024, and have since made some renovations and invested in equipment upgrades. Since opening their doors in late April, the Bakers have received a lot of positive feedback from the public. ...
Uncover Hidden Treasures at Antique Appraisal Event in Historic St. Louis County Depot
Curiosity piqued and treasures unearthed, the Antique Appraisal event promises an afternoon of discovery at the historic St. Louis County Depot. On Wednesday, May 15th from 12pm to 3pm, the grand rotunda will transform into a haven for history buffs and collectors alike, where the whispers of the past meet the appraisal expertise of the present.
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