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Hubbard County Sheriff’s Report
The Hubbard County Sheriff Office reported the following incidents for the northern part of the county from July 16-21. Trespassing, 135th Ave. and 120th St., cleared. Ambulance, 26404 Indigo Dr., assist another agency. Traffic stop, County 48 and 129th Ave., four verbal warnings. ...
Aitkin, Cass, Carlton and Itasca counties request comments on the proposed Upper Mississippi-Grand Rapids Comprehensive Watershed Plan
The Itasca Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) and planning partners request public comment on the proposed Upper Mississippi-Grand Rapids Comprehensive Watershed Plan. To view the Plan, visit https://itascaswcd.org/programs/1w1p. Written comments will be accepted until Sept. 24 at 4:30 p.m. Comments can be submitted to Itasca SWCD for all Upper Mississippi-Grand Rapids Watershed residents in Aitkin, Cass, Carlton, Itasca, and St. Louis counties. ...
Paws and Claws Pets of the Week
Meet Hobbes, who recently arrived at the shelter with his brother, Calvin. We are still learning about him since we don’t know much about his past. He has lots of energy and loves everyone he meets. Hobbes would benefit from daily walks with his new owners. He loves to jump in your lap and be petted. We think he’s a chihuahua/dachshund mix, but we can’t say for sure. He is about 20 pounds, neutered, microchipped, heart-worm tested and vaccinated. His adoption fee is $300-plus tax. Blaze came to the shelter with a few of his friends. He has been a little shy since arriving but warms up super quick. He loves to be petted and scratched under the chin. Blaze does well with other cats, dogs and kids. He is neutered, microchipped, FeLV/FIV tested and vaccinated. His adoption fee is $75-plus tax. Call (218) 675-7297 for more information on these amazing shelter pets.
Embark on an adventure with Hackensack Lions Club Lion Safari
Roar into adventure at the Northwoods Art & Book Festival with the Hackensack Lions Club LION SAFARI: A Wild Journey Awaits! Feel the excitement build as the Lion Safari roars onto the scene at the Northwoods Art & Book Festival Aug. 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s theme, “A Wild Journey Awaits!” sets the stage for an unforgettable adventure. ...
Level 3 offender released in Cass Lake area
Sheriff Bryan Welk reports a Risk Level 3 Offender was released Monday to the 300th block of Spruce Avenue in Cass Lake area. The offender has been identified as Cory James Bebeau, born Aug. 4, 1987. Bebeau engaged in separate incidents of sexual contact against a known female child. Contact included penetration. Bebeau gained unmonitored access to the victim while frequenting her home. He used his established relationship of trust in an effort to maintain control. The release information and public fact sheet will be available on the Cass County Sheriff’s Office website located at www.casssheriff.com and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Cass.County.Sheriffs.Office.
Cass County Sheriff’s Report
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office responded to 141 incidents between July 14-20, including the following: Abandoned vehicle, State 371 NW, Walker. Accident no injury, Highway 371, Pine River. Accident no injury, 503 Lake May Rd., Walker. Accident no injury, city...
Theft of fuel investigated in Cass County, arrest made
An arrest has been made in the theft of fuel from both a Hackensack and Backus retailer. Cass County Sheriff Bryan Welk reports that at 8:21 p.m. Monday the sheriff’s office was contacted of a theft of fuel from a retailer in Hackensack valued at $259.55. Earlier in the evening there was a reported theft of fuel from a Backus retailer with a $300 value. Information from the retailers was...
Already finished with your summer reading list and need more ideas?
Check out the author line-up for Aug. 10 Northwoods Art and Book Festival that runs from 9 a.m.- to 3 p.m. The Northwoods Art Council is excited to welcome 13 new authors to the line-up of returning faves. And while you are browsing books plan on attending Darrell Pedersen’s presentation “Don’t Take Your Story to the Grave With You” at 11 a.m. in UCC Sanctuary. He is the memoir author of “Campfire in the Basement” and “Who Will Carry the Fire? More Reflections From A...
Gragson named Lakes Area United Way Executive Director
The Lakes Area United Way (LAUW) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Bob Gragson as the new executive director, effective July 8. Gragson brings a wealth of experience in leadership within both the nonprofit and private sectors. According to Kim Blank, Board Chair, “Bob brings a wealth of experience, working with United Ways, both larger and smaller, in his career. We are excited to have his expertise to support the continued stability and growth of Lakes Area United Way.” ...
Happy Dancing Turtle & Hunt Utilities Group host open house Aug. 8
Everyone is invited to take part in the Hunt Utilities Group Resilient Living Campus’ Open House Aug. 8 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The event is co-hosted by Happy Dancing Turtle and Hunt Utilities Group/HUG Hydronics. Happy Dancing Turtle is a nonprofit dedicated to growing good stewards of the planet by providing education, programs, and experiences for youth and adults that inspire wonder and empower change. Hunt Utilities Group (HUG)...
National Night Out in Hackensack is Aug. 6
Hackensack’s National Night Out (NNO) Party will be held Aug. 6 from 5-7 p.m. at the Community Center. Sponsored by the Hackensack Lions Club, the evening will feature free hot dogs, chips, popcorn and root beer floats; a free bounce house and games for kids; and free blood presure checks. Child ID kids will be available, but quantities are limited. National Night Out also gives guests a chance to visit with members of the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, Hackensack Area Fire and Rescue Squad and others.
This Week in History
10 years ago... Citing both environmental and economic concerns, Eighth District Congressman Rick Nolan has expressed opposition to the Enbridge Sandpiper pipeline, Noland spoke of concerns about route that threatens environmentally senstiive areas. It cuts through vulnerable northern wetlands, porous sandy soil and water tables used for drinking water. “There’s no economic reason why the...
Theology in the trenches: ‘Through the Eyes of Suffering’
Did you ever learn something about someone else, and after you did, you were able to understand them just a little more? That’s what happened to me as I listened to a short twelve-minute devotional about the life of Mother Teresa. As I listened, the one reading explained that at the beginning of her ministry, she had a flood of mystical experiences including visions. At the heart of each was a deeper insight into the burning heart of Jesus’ love for souls. In other words,...
Week 6 Hackensack Fishing Contest
It was a perfect Sweetheart Day at the lake to be fishing. It was cooler than the last two weeks and the fish were biting, where the big catch of the day was a 14.5 ounce bass. So many happy faces on the youth and the adults cheering on the little minnows during their races. After the fishing contest, many families enjoyed playing kids games in the park sponsored by...
Back-to-back Babe Ruth District titles for WHA Wolves
BEMIDJI — The Walker-Hackensack-Akeley Babe Ruth team won their second straight District 2 Championship Sunday night, and in the process completed an undefeated 10-0 season. Behind strong pitching by Cole Rutten and Brad Hasse, the Wolves beat Bagley 3-0 at Bemidji State University. Rutten gave up only two hits, two walks and struck out nine in five-plus innings of work. Hasse got the final four outs including striking out the side in the seventh. ...
Hackensack civic groups continue to do good things to bring people to town
There are a lot of good things happening in the small hub of Hackensack, including a new sports courts and renovation to the city park bathrooms. At the July 15 city meeting, the council approved a design of the Sports Courts, and also discussed reconstruction of the Sports Courts parking lot and a City Park bathrooms renovation. The Sports Courts fundraiser has $51,000 of its $60,000 goal in donations, including...
Walker Bay Live moves to Walker Marina this week
Walker Bay Live continued their season last week at Walker City Park near the playground. Returning artist and local favorite Timmy Haus kicked off the night with Johnny Cash, John Denver and other classics that everyone loves, while new and local band, Forge North, continued the show with new, original music. Both artists presented a nitty-gritty, folksy vibe, with nothing but passion and love for performing. The audience remained present and fully engaged for the entirety of the evening and walked away with nothing but...
2024 Northland All-Conference
All Conference Nevis: Austin Ahrendt, Eli Klimek, Devin Lindow, Marshall Kaln — 8-1 record WHA: Wyatt Hegg, Gavi Swanson, Brad Hasse, Cole Ruten — 8-1 Blackduck: Max Bear, Cater Pater, Ross Weisert, Wilton Lien — 8-1 Lake of the Woods:...
Six WHA baseball players selected all-conference
Six Walker-Hackensack-Akeley baseball players were selected to the Northland Conference all-conference teams. The Wolves tied with Blackduck and Nevis for the conference crown at 8-1. During the regular season, WHA beat Blackduck 10-7 but lost 6-5 Nevis, who lost to Blackduck 10-3. During a recent awards get-together, Coach Pat Richter handed out all-conference plaques to Wyatt Hegg, Gavin Swanson, Brad Hasse and Cole Rutten. Swanson and Hasse also made the...
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