LOCAL
Backus Lions continue busy summer with community events
The Backus Lions have been busy this summer. Along with operating their popular Polish stand, the club has also introduced an occasional Wednesday evening sloppy joe meal, served from the Polish stand at Godfrey’s store.
Memories made at the races
Week 5 of the Longville turtle races delivered exactly what summer in Minnesota is supposed to look like: great weather, smiles and 381 racers!
Longville’s beanbag tournament
Longville’s annual 4th of July volleyball tournament was the largest ever.
Deep Portage Programs Feature Archery, Foraging and Climbing
Deep Portage Learning Center continues the outdoor programs the week of July 14th
Hackensack Children’s Fishing Contest week 5
What a perfect day to spend on the peninsula and dock of Hackensack....
“Taste of Hack” community event a huge success
The Hackensack Game Changers received a Joy & Connection grant from the Initiative Foundation to support the “Taste of Hack” event celebrating the completion of the Highway 371 construction project.
Spark of Hope community fundraiser July 21
Did the Independence Day celebrations give you a spark of hope? You are invited to keep it glowing by coming to the “Spark of Hope” community fundraiser at Hope Lutheran Church of Walker
Melvin Hones Fellow award
Anita Jordan earns Melvin Jones Award.
City of Walker update on water main break
The City of Walker would like to provide an update regarding yesterday afternoon’s emergency water main break and thank the many individuals who responded quickly to minimize the impact on our community.
Salem Lutheran Church to host Christmas in July
Salem Lutheran Church is hosting their annual “Christmas in July” collection to benefit those in need of hats, mittens and scarves for the winter.
Pine River Library expands public service hours to better serve the community
The Pine River Library is pleased to announce expanded operating hours in response to community interest and patron feedback.
Salem Lutheran Church hosts Vacation Bible School
As America celebrates 250 years of independence, Salem Lutheran Church in Longville invites families to reflect on the ideals of welcome, hope and community that have helped shape our nation.
Free “Camp Houdini” Interactive Theater Tour Heading to Kitchigami Regional Libraries
This July, Sparkle Academy, the educational branch of Sparkle Theatricals, is partnering with the Kitchigami Regional Library System (KRLS) to launch Camp Houdini—an interactive summer tour visiting 10 regional library branches starting July 13.
