LOCAL
Seeking repair and mending talent for fix-it events
Local non-profit Happy Dancing Turtle is seeking volunteer fixers, menders, and carpenters, as well as folks who just like to tinker or help with events.
AMERICA’S 250TH ANNIVERSARY
Lakeland communities prepare for Fourth of July celebrations
As America marks its 250th anniversary in 2026, communities throughout the area are preparing to celebrate Independence Day with parades, live music, family activities, fireworks and hometown traditions.
Sheriff’s Corner - bouys, navigation markers and permits
Minnesota’s thousands of lakes and waterways make swimming rafts, mooring buoys, and navigation markers common features on the water
Lakeside Concert Series in Hackensack
The Northwoods Arts Council’s Lakeside Concert Series continues Friday, July 3, with performances by Forge North and Charley Wagner.
NHS Fourth Quarter Honor Rolls Announced
Northland High School in Remer has announced the fourth quarter honor rolls for the academic year 2025-2026.
Deep Portage Offers Outdoor Adventure and Creative Programs in Early July
Deep Portage Learning Center continues its summer lineup of public programs with a variety of outdoor adventures and hands-on activities scheduled for late June and early July.
‘Fresh Water Otter’ exhibit opens June 30 at Longville Lakes Arts Center
The Longville Lakes Arts Center will welcome the return of artists Stephanie Johnson, Angie Arden and Kimberly Krulas with their newest collaborative exhibit, “Fresh Water Otter,” opening Monday, June 30.
NTC announces 2026 spring Dean’s List
Maria Swankier, a student at Northwest Technical College from Remer, has earned Dean’s List honors at NTC for the spring 2026 semester.
Immunization, Child and Teen Checkup, Family Planning Clinics and WIC Schedules
Cass County Health, Human & Veterans Services has announced their Immunization clinics, Child & Teen Checkup clinics, WIC and Family Planning clinics schedules for the month of July. The schedule includes:
BSU Spring 2026 Dean’s & President’s Lists
Ayla Richards from Backus earned President’s Honor Roll from Bemidji State University in Bemidji at the conclusion of the Spring 2026 semester.
Check for invasive species before buying or selling docks, lifts, boats or other water equipment
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds people to check boats and trailers, docks and boat lifts, and all other water-related equipment for aquatic invasive species, especially when buying or selling used equipment.
Walker Bay Theater announces full summer and fall schedule
The 2026 season at Walker Bay Theater continues to gain momentum, with additional productions and special events being added to an already busy schedule.
Hackensack Children’s Fishing Contest week 3
What do Tuesdays and rain have in common in Hackensack, MN? Not much really. We are rarely rained out, and today was no exception.
Children’s author Sarah Carlson story time at the Longville Library
The Margaret Welch Memorial Library in Longville will be hosting children’s author Sarah Carlson, author of the Chloe series on Thursday July 2nd at 10:30 am. Carlson will be presenting a special storytime reading of her Chloe books along with an activity and snack.
