LOCAL
Backus Lions to host annual Holiday Sale November 8
The Backus Lions hold four basic fundraisers during the year.
Backus Legion hosts deer hunter’s weekend events
The Backus American Legion Auxiliary will host a bake sale on Friday, November 7th, starting at noon
Outdoors - In their territory
Saturday morning started very early. Shortly before 3 a.m., Billie, the poodle, got up from his bed at the foot of our bed and made a quiet, “woof”.
Successful hunting season starts with safety
With hundreds of thousands of hunters set to converge on the state’s fields and woods for the Saturday, Nov. 8 firearms deer opener, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters that safe hunts are successful hunts.
SHERIFF’S CORNER
Beware of scams using spoofing techniques
Recently, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office has received numerous reports of fraud and scam phone calls and text messages in which the scammer has posed as a member of the Cass County Sheriff’s Office.
Lutheran Social Services meals to host free meal distribution event
Lutheran Social Service (LSS) Meals will host a free meal distribution pop-up for older adults on Wednesday, Nov. 12, starting at 10 a.m.
Cass County lights green in support of Operation Green Light for Veterans
Cass County Buildings, to include the Courthouse, the Health Human and Veterans Service building, the Highway Department in Walker, and the Land Use building in Backus have been illuminated green as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans
Pine River Market Square Farmers Market Indoor Market
Pine River Market Square, a local growers’ and crafters’ market, will host the last market for 2025 as an indoor market.
LAWOT kick off Toys for Kids drive
The Longville Area Women of Today are kicking off their annual Toys for Kids drive, collecting gifts and monetary donations to brighten the holidays for local families.
Local Izaak Walton League chapter receives award and hosts fundraiser
The Cass County Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America was recently presented the 2025 Save Our Streams award for excellence in their efforts to preserve clean water in our area.
Volunteer drivers need with Faith in Action
Minnesota’s food shelves have seen a large uptick in use this year by people of all ages as food costs continue to rise and SNAP benefits face an uncertain future.
