President Joe Biden approved federal disaster relief in 22 of Minnesota's 87 counties because of the severe flooding in recent weeks.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency approved the request Monday, July 1, from state officials for the declaration. The approval provides resources to reimburse communities for debris removal, repair and replacement of damaged infrastructure.
In a Friday briefing with FEMA Regional Administrator Tom Sivak, Gov. Tim Walz said it will take a united effort at every level of government to rebuild and recover.
Area counties receiving assistance include Cass, Cook, Lake and St. Louis. State officials say damage assessments are ongoing, and more counties and forms of assistance may be added once these are completed.
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Plus: Carlton, Wrenshall school districts to consolidate; Walz appoints new judge to 6th Judicial District; Amazon facility opens in Baxter; and Community and Indigenous Fair planned. -
Contributed/Lorie Shaull via FlickrCurrently closed periods would be open for catch-and-release for largemouth and smallmouth bass, creating a continuous, year-round season. -
Larissa Donovan/KAXEBetween MnDOT and the city of Bemidji, six roundabouts are planned for construction between 2025 and 2027 on Highway 197 and its access roads. -
Contributed/Arrowhead Regional Development CommissionAnn Seigfreid's work will focus on energy sovereignty for the Bois Forte and Fond du Lac bands. -
Contributed/Adobe Stock via Minnesota News ConnectionMinnesota officials say in its first year, the state's North Star Promise program provided more than $100 million in tuition aid to low-income families. -
Contributed/Minnesota Power | AlleteThe 180-mile electrical transmission line from Grand Rapids to St. Cloud will reportedly boost grid reliability and resilience in Northern and central Minnesota. -
And: Arrowhead Regional Development Commission hosts a Coastal and Climate Resilience Fellow; and girls soccer and tennis state tourneys start Tuesday.
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Contributed/Chelsea PuscPlans are forming for a dog park in Deer River. Chelsea Pusc is leading efforts to raise funds, including a brunch 9 a.m-1 p.m. Oct. 19, 2025, at the Deer River Vets Club.
