Deer River

Lonny Witkofsky and Cory Smith are advancing to the Nov. 3, 2026, general election, based on unofficial results from Minnesota's primary election.

Bryan v. Itasca County paved the way for the modern tribal gaming industry. The monument recognizes Leech Lake Band member Helen Bryan and her husband, Russell Bryan.

Anyone who may have seen Rikki Skog, 37, on or after July 15, 2026, or with information that may assist investigators, is asked to contact the Itasca County Sheriff's Office.

Chris Reed, Cory Smith and Lonny Witkofsky are running for Itasca County Commissioner District 1.

Events this week include a butterfly field trip in the Sax-Zim Bog, a water ski show in Nevis and a celebration of art and fish houses in New York Mills.

Students in Deer River are tending to a "pizza garden" this summer, with the hopes of hosting a pizza party using ingredients from the garden in September 2026.

The Tuesday Summer Concert Series continues in the Grand Rapids area in 2026. Concerts are noon each Tuesday, June 2 through Aug. 18.

Events this week include "The Sound of Music" in Mountain Iron, the grand opening of a Deer River dog park and a mural unveiling in Bemidji.

Three of the communities receiving grant funding in this cycle are in Northern Minnesota: Floodwood, Fosston and Deer River.

The Full Service Community School model aims to support students and families beyond the classroom so that kids can reach their full potential.