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James Austad did not provide a reason. At Tuesday's Itasca County Board meeting, 13 people opposed his appointment, most because of his requested salary and perceived political leanings.

The Sweetest Grass Dispensary opened June 6, 2024, at the "Y" intersection of highways 200 and 371, near the Northern Lights Casino in Walker.

The area of enhanced risk for severe weather includes the cities of Brainerd, Walker and Grand Rapids to the west up through the Arrowhead and into northwestern Wisconsin.

During the Phenology Report for the week of July 22, 2025, Staff Phenologist John Latimer covers wild food, young eagles, and dashing damselflies.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness Minnesota invites members of the community to share their experiences navigating the state's mental healthcare system July 30, 2025.

President and CEO Karla Eischens will retire at the end of the year after more than two decades of service and Dr. Jason Caron will be her replacement.

The county has requested that the state permit an additional 48.3 acres north and west of the current landfill, which will extend its life by roughly 15 years.

During the week of July 22, 2025, we enjoy reports from Upward Bound participants exploring a bog and many more. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

Information that helps solve certain Minnesota cases involving missing and murdered Indigenous relatives may be eligible for a new tip program from the state's MMIR office.

Essentia Health advanced practice providers ended their strike, but Essentia still refuses to bargain as it appeals the certification of the bargaining unit.

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension identified the man killed in a July 15, 2025, use-of-force incident in Normanna Township and the deputies involved.

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture enacted an emergency quarantine for southeastern Itasca County, limiting firewood and ash tree material movement out of the area.

The county applied to add 10 canister locations to the current permit and updated the permit to reflect current state agency requirements.

Attorney General Keith Ellison announced two separate settlements with the Borealis Art Guild and its founders over misuse of funds.

Several Northern Minnesota communities saw 3 or more inches of rainfall over two days this week as severe weather and showers crossed the region.

Authorities have identified Raeann Pry as one of the two victims of a house fire in Beatty Township on July 17, 2025. The other is believed to be Susan Hein.

The Boys and Girls Club of Greenway merged with the club in Grand Rapids in 2024 due to a lack of proper staffing.

KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features The Wicked Bees, a block party in Chisholm, Katy Tessman & The Turnbuckles and The Lonely Loons.

Cynthia "Cyndy" Martin, 65, allegedly hit and killed 19-year-old Carter Haithcock with her car on Highway 169 near Nashwauk before driving away on July 3, 2024.

Multiple callers reported the animal coming too close for comfort on the trails north of the school, with a runner being nipped on Thursday, July 25, 2025.