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 […]
While the International Falls Public Library has been sharing books with the community for over 100 years, like most libraries today, it has evolved into an informational resource center and community hub to meet the ever changing needs of the public. The library, located across from Smokey Bear Park in the town’s center, underwent a […]
The Minnesota, Dakota, and Western (MD&W) railroad is a short-line railroad that was created in 1909 to support the construction and operations of the Minnesota and Ontario Paper Company (MANDO). It is one of the oldest short line railroads in the country still operating. The MD&W was a key component of the history of the mill […]