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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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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.
Some critters measure spring's progression by day length, others by temperature
During the Phenology Report for the week of March 3, 2026, Staff Phenologist John Latimer remarks on brooding Bald Eagles and anticipates seeing migratory birds in March.
US House Republicans grill Walz, Ellison over fraud in Minnesota social services
The hearing took place amid the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and a weeks-long partial shutdown of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as Democrats try to force changes to the administration’s immigration policy.
Area Voices: Grant helps Nemeth Art Center pay 'risk-taking' artists to create
The Nemeth Art Center in Park Rapids was named as one of the recipients of the spring 2025 grant from the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts.
Greater MN communities receive $7M in housing infrastructure grants
Five Northern Minnesota cities and two tribal nations in the region were selected to receive competitive grants that expand access to affordable housing.
Meet the 2026 Report for Minnesota interns covering the state Capitol
Abbey Mulcahy, Kendra Mobilia, Shay Scanlan and Eleanor Steffen are reporting on the Legislature. New this year, intern Karina Kafka is also producing photojournalism.
Man dies after being trapped under snow groomer; Judge denies Bemidji's motion to reopen boundary trial
Plus: The Brainerd Police Chief will retire early due to cancer; a new solar cooperative is forming in north-central MN; and MN DEED recently awarded more than $7 million in housing infrastructure grants.
Judge declines to reconsider Bemidji-Northern Township boundary battle
A motion was filed after Bemidji received a letter from Northern Township offering to connect to the city's existing wastewater plant rather than building its own new one.
What's for Breakfast: Generosity on the road with two Kathys
"What's for Breakfast" guests Kathy Lee and Kathy Kooda from Grand Rapids have been delivering donations to families in need in the Twin Cities due to the impact of Operation Metro Surge.
Man dies after being trapped under snow groomer in St. Louis County
The March 3, 2026, incident involved a private piece of older equipment on private property.
North-central Minnesota's first-ever solar energy co-op launches
The co-op is free and open to homeowners and business owners in Cass, Crow Wing, Morrison, Todd and Wadena. Members will leverage their numbers to buy solar energy at a competitive price.
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.
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During the week of Feb. 24, 2026, we enjoy reports of cardinals singing, snow melting, and plants breaking bud. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.
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