Sandhill Cranes – By Mike Hanson My father taught me to identify birds by their song but I never heard The Greater Sandhill Crane while I was a snippet, did you? Never saw one either and you would think I would remember as their size stands out, they are about 4 feet tall and […]
Estimated economic impact on the local economy from Voyageurs National Park in 2016 – $24.6 million. Dollar amount donated to the International Falls’ Pennies for Play fundraiser by the MinnesotaSuper Bowl Host Committee – $48,000. Birthday that this year marks for Rainy River Community College – 50.
Nikki Skifstad and her husband Luke, have recently returned to International Falls from Colorado Springs where Luke worked for the Colorado Springs Police Department. Along with them, they have brought a Christian-based non-profit organization called Shield 616 which works to provide active shooter gear, as well as community support to local law enforcement officers. The […]
All of the signs of fall are in view here in Koochiching County and the transition into this wonderful time of year is underway. Schools are back in session and residents and visitors are exchanging boats for ATVs and taking to the woods to appreciate the recreational opportunities this season provides. It’s been a busy […]
For brothers Matt and Paul Kavan the journey that brought them to Ranier as owners of Loony’s Brew has crossed decades and three continents. The brothers grew up in suburban Minneapolis to parents who grew up in rural Minnesota and valued travel. Upon nearing retirement they scouted numerous lake locations in Wisconsin and Minnesota and […]