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U of M researcher will share status of bee health
During the peak of fall colors, Friends of Itasca State Park will host an assortment of activities Saturday, Sept. 30. All are welcome to attend...
 News September 23, 2017 - 10:00am
The zebra mussels' microscopic larvae, called "veligers," may be carried in bait buckets, live wells or other water. (Photo source: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources)
Zebra mussel larvae found in Garfield Lake
An independent laboratory has confirmed zebra mussel larvae in Garfield Lake in Hubbard County, according to a Minnesota Department of Natural...
 News September 23, 2017 - 9:00am
Chris Tennant flushes out the live well.
Hubbard County urges use of free watercraft decontamination
The Hubbard County Environmental Services Department provides a free service: watercraft decontamination. Anyone concerned about the potential...
 News September 23, 2017 - 9:00am
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During 2016 Art Leap, a sister and brother learned weaving techniques on an antique loom at Bruce Engebretson’s studio. (Submitted photo)
Tour artist studios this weekend during Art Leap
Art Leap, an open studio event featuring artists and guest artists at 14 locations and other culturally rich destinations in the Park Rapids...
 entertainment September 20, 2017 - 10:00am
Credit Card and padlock on keyboard - security, e-commerce concept.
Local banks advise consumers to take precautions now
Potentially over 140 million American consumers' personal information was exposed after a data breach at Equifax, one of the three major credit...
 News September 20, 2017 - 9:00am
In their forthcoming book, "Little Minnesota in World War II," Deane and Jill Johnson share the heroism and history of 140 men from tiny towns who gave their lives. (Shannon Geisen/Enterprise)
Johnsons’ book honors brave men from smallest, rural towns
Small town, Minnesota farm boys were highly sought after by the U.S. military during World War II. Drawing from photos, military reports, newspapers,...
 News September 20, 2017 - 9:00am
Last year, 443 registered riders registered for the Headwaters 100. More than half chose to bike the full 100-mile route. (Enterprise file photo)
Headwaters 100 re-routed due to road construction
The Heartland Trail takes center stage in this year's Headwaters 100. Road construction on Highway 71 between Itasca State Park and Lake George...
 News September 20, 2017 - 9:00am
t09.14.17 Bob King -- 091517.N.DNT.PROTESTSUPERIORc4 -- Ta'sina SapaWin (center) of Cloquet, makes points about treaty rights, land and energy use with Superior police officer Joe Markon during a protest at Michel's Corp LLC, a contractor for Enbridge, in Superior Thursday morning. At right, officer Marc Letendre, listens in. About a dozen protestors were present. Bob King / rking@duluthnews.com
Protesters lock down site in Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Five people were arrested during protests Thursday, Sept. 14, after blocking entrances at an Enbridge pipeline contractor...
 News September 16, 2017 - 3:01pm
East Grand Forks' Carter Beck (5) blocked a punt against Park Rapidds' Zach Severtson in the second quarter of Friday night's game. Joshua Komer / Forum News Service
EGF defeats Panthers; Nevis, UNC roll to wins
Nevis and United North Central remained undefeated on the season with impressive wins while Park Rapids fell to 0-3 on the season with a loss...
 sports September 16, 2017 - 10:04am
A typical teen's bedroom display was set up on the auditorium stage during The Top Secret Project during a drug education presentation held Tuesday at Park Rapids Area High School. (Kevin Cederstrom/Enterprise)
Parents experience eye-opening education at Top Secret Project
Everyday items in a teenager's bedroom can be places to hide drugs in plain sight and parents should be aware of these potential hazards. Would...
 News September 16, 2017 - 10:00am
Hubbard County requests meeting with state auditor to resolve audit dispute
Eight counties, including Hubbard, are submitting a joint letter to Minnesota State Auditor Rebecca Otto, encouraging her to work with them to find "a mutually agreeable solution." In April, Otto deemed fiscal year 2015 audit results by Hoffman, Philipp & Knutson "substandard"...
 News September 13, 2017 - 10:00am
An art class is among the programs at the Hubbard County Jail designed to help inmates foster positive behavior and set goals. (Submitted photo)
Breaking the cycle: County jail programs guiding inmates toward better choices
Fewer lock-downs. Fewer fights. Fewer incidences of disrespect or behavioral issues. "There's a whole paradigm shift here in the environment,"...
 News September 11, 2017 - 10:27am
Park Rapids School Board approves teacher evaluation plan
About four years ago, Minnesota Statute required school boards and teacher representatives to develop a teacher evaluation and peer review for probationary and contract teachers through a joint, cooperative agreement. The Park Rapids School Board approved an updated teacher evaluation...
 News September 10, 2017 - 2:43pm
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Minn. Supreme Court rules Gov. Dayton's veto of legislative budget as constitutional
ST. PAUL — The Minnesota Supreme Court on Friday, Sept. 8, decided that Gov. Mark Dayton's veto of the House and Senate budgets earlier this...
 News September 9, 2017 - 3:24pm
Wayzata Police Officer William Mathews with his wife and son. Mathews was struck and killed Friday, Sept. 8, 2017, while clearing debris from the roadway of eastbound U.S. 12, authorities said. Courtesy of Hennepin County sheriff
Driver arrested after police officer struck, killed on Minnesota U.S. 12
WAYZATA, Minn.—A Wayzata police officer was struck and killed Friday afternoon while clearing debris from the roadway of U.S. 12, authorities...
 News September 9, 2017 - 3:24pm

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The zebra mussels' microscopic larvae, called "veligers," may be carried in bait buckets, live wells or other water. (Photo source: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources)

An independent laboratory has confirmed zebra mussel larvae in Garfield Lake in Hubbard County, according to a Minnesota Department of Natural Resources news release.

The lab provided photos of two ...

Park Rapids Area High School celebrates Homecoming next week, Sept. 25-29, with dress-up days, a hall decorating contest, powderpuff volleyball, pep fest, parade and a dance following the Sept. 29 ...

A typical teen's bedroom display was set up on the auditorium stage during The Top Secret Project during a drug education presentation held Tuesday at Park Rapids Area High School. (Kevin Cederstrom/Enterprise)

Everyday items in a teenager's bedroom can be places to hide drugs in plain sight and parents should be aware of these potential hazards. Would you ever think a slit ...

Ron Schara and Raven (Submitted photo)

Representatives from Cass County, Cass Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD), Hubbard County, and Hubbard SWCD have partnered to begin the development of the Leech Lake River One Watershed One ...

The audience chose Anne Dunn as the 2016 Great American Story contest winner. (Submitted photo)

Last spring, Park Rapids Lakes Area Arts Council (PRLAAC) issued a call to Minnesota storytellers to submit a 10-minute, recorded story for competition.

Storytellers responded, judges selected the top four, ...

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