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Contributed/Karina Kafka / Report for MinnesotaThe community solar garden program created by Hortman’s legislation was the first in the country. The program had bipartisan support and became a national model. -
Author Rep. John Burkel, R-Badger, described the bill as “straightforward, farmer-focused,” with the goal of more timely payouts after wild animals cause damage. -
The bill's author said Minnesota farmers are in a similar position to those during the 1980s farm crisis, which is why it is essential for the program to continue. -
And: Park Rapids man faces third charge for threatening lawmakers; former state Sen. Justin Eichorn's trial pushed to June; Warroad boys win state hockey title, and Kelliher/Northome, Mountain Iron-Buhl and Rock Ridge to compete in girls basketball tourney. -
Contributed/Elizabeth Wickum via Mustang Girls BasketballThe Kelliher/Northome Mustangs' only loss this season was in December 2025 to Mountain Iron-Buhl, 100-90, and the Rangers' only loss was in February to Rock Ridge, 79-67. -
Contributed/Minnesota SenateIn seeking to move the date, Eichorn waived his rights to a speedy trial, but said he does intend to proceed to a jury trial. -
Contributed/Warroad SchoolsWarroad and Moorhead won the 2026 boys hockey titles, marking the first back-to-back all Northland champions in the two-class era. -
Larissa Donovan/KAXEProsecutors now allege John Tobias, 58 of rural Park Rapids, also left a threatening voicemail for state Rep. Krista Knudsen of Lake Shore. -
Contributed/Minnesota Department of TransportationMnDOT staff will answer questions and collect feedback for an ongoing study of the high-traffic area connecting neighborhoods, recreators and businesses. -
Contributed/Koochiching County Sheriff's OfficeA GoFundMe page stated 35-year-old Ashley Kittelson leaves behind three young children and she dedicated her life to serving others.
