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KAXE kicks off its 50th birthday year with locally produced beers from Klockow Brewing in Grand Rapids, Bemidji Brewing in Bemidji and Jack Pine Brewery in Baxter.
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Working with his Big Thief bandmate James Krivchenia as producer, tasteful synthesizers and other electronica elements are a welcome addition to Meek’s folk-rock troubadour sound, never a distraction. Their inclusion was the starting point for Meek’s fourth solo album, and often that can lead to large shifts in sound and tone, but the twinkling arpeggios and quirky sound effects are deftly woven into the mix in a way that only accentuates his rambling and whimsical songwriting on the mysteries and pitfalls of love. Plus, with voices like Adrianne Lenker and Jolie Holland on backing vocals, you know there’s going to be magic in the air. - Malachy Koons
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Forest staff will share information on upcoming road and trail construction, prescribed fire activities and recreation projects.
DNR seeks feedback on Itasca State Park management plan
The DNR is proposing two sets of changes in Itasca State Park to expand overnight camping and winter recreation, as well as protect Lake Itasca's shoreline.
Bemidji Day returns to the Minnesota State Capitol for 19th year
The Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce's annual trip to St. Paul on March 5, 2026, included many first-time visitors who advocated on local issues.
Public input sought for Beltrami County Hazard Mitigation Plan
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Cass Lake area conservation officer named 2025 Officer of the Year
Patrick McGowan joined four other conservation officers who were honored at a late February 2026 ceremony at Camp Ripley.
At the Capitol: Fraud bills, slowing speeders, student cellphones, gun control
News Director Chelsey Perkins catches up on what's happening in St. Paul with Report for Minnesota student journalists Abbey Mulcahy, Kendra Mobilia, Shay Scanlan and Eleanor Steffen.
Events Up North March 9-15: St. Urho's celebrations in Menahga and Jacobson
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Question of the Week: When were you stymied by unexpected snowstorms?
Even though it's March, Minnesotans know that we could still see large amounts of snow. This week, we've been collecting stories about the ways snowstorms have affected you.
North Star Student: 1 season left in S-M's Ronnie Noska's 'amazing' tennis career
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Bomb threat closes Park Rapids restaurant; Hibbing moves ahead with school closure
Plus: The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources awards Cass Lake conservation officer as 2025 officer of the year; and the high school boys hockey tourney is underway.
Bright Spot: Singing for our neighbors to promote unity
Everyone is invited to a sing-along for unity and healing at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Community Presbyterian Church in Grand Rapids.
Bomb threat temporary closes The Good Life Cafe in Park Rapids
In a March 5, 2026, update, owner Molly Luther wrote that authorities determined the phone call came from outside the community and there was no ongoing threat.
When our neighbors are in need of food, organizations and volunteers across Northern Minnesota step up. Food shelves, community meals and soup kitchens aim to the fill the gaps.
With The Setlist, KAXE's Music Team curates the best live music to catch each week across Northern Minnesota and beyond.
Pam Perry, retired non-game wildlife biologist, discusses the wonders of late winter birding, including Red-headed Woodpeckers, Common Redpolls and Horned Larks.
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