Baxter MN

The reconstruction of the major intersection in Baxter is set for 2028. The open house meetings are on July 22, 2025.

About 235 employees will be laid off as a result, starting Sept. 25, 2025, and Super One will offer employees an opportunity to interview for positions, according to DEED.

Over 400 nurse practitioners and physician assistants across 69 facilities from across Northern Minnesota began an open-ended unfair labor practice strike July 10, 2025.

WonderTrek Museum in Baxter seeks to engage children in the joy of play and the wonder of learning. This summer they will break ground on a new outdoor adventure space.

Minnesota’s Forest to Tap program is offering tree seedlings on Friday, April 25, 2025, at local breweries in Baxter, Aitkin, Grand Rapids, Walker, Crosby and Bemidji.

According to a news release, Keri Heintzeman said she plans to prioritize face-to-face conversations with voters through door-knocking efforts before the election.

Candidates include Steve Cotariu, Josh Gazelka, Keri Heintzeman, John Howe, Doug Kern, Angel Zierden and Matthew Zinda. An eighth candidate, Jennifer Carnahan, did not attend, saying she was sick.

Former State Sen. Justin Eichorn resigned from the Senate on March 20. He had been arrested in Bloomington three days earlier for soliciting a minor for prostitution.

The clinic will be located at the site of the former Camping World in Baxter. It will provide space where Essentia will supplement existing services with new offerings.

Here's where you can find lights, community events, parades and more events in Northern Minnesota to keep you entertained throughout the holiday season.