Fosston

Wrestlers from Grand Rapids, Staples-Motley and Badger-Greenbush/Middle River topped the podium at state Feb. 28, 2026, with another 35 Northlanders from 12 teams winning medals.

Over 100 student-athletes from rural Northern Minnesota will wrestle at the 2026 state tournament in St. Paul, with a strong representation from the north-central region.

After arbitrators found no breach of contract with Essentia Health ending labor and delivery services at Fosston, the city announced it is seeking to end the provider's role in the hospital.

Proceeds from the Nov. 30, 2025, event will support hospice care services at Essentia Health-Fosston.

Plus: Secretary of State Steve Simon presented St. Louis County election workers with awards; and the Minnesota Department of Health presented two Northwest Minnesota practitioners with rural health awards.

Dr. Joseph Corser, a medical director at Sanford Bemidji, and Nicole Kiesow, physician assistant from the Headwaters Health Clinic in Fosston, were recognized for their contributions to rural health.

Aurora Center for the Arts is hosting UpNorth LitFest Sept. 25-26, 2025, in Fosston. Bonnie Stewart joined “Area Voices” to discuss the guests hosting workshops.

The MN trauma system is a voluntary network of hospitals designated at various levels, reflecting their resources and capabilities, which aim to match severely injured patients with the most appropriate care.

Essentia surveys Northland communities on their health needs every three years. The results guide the organization's community health initiatives.

KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features The Cactus Blossoms and Boxcar, Ditty Wish Band, Caleigh, Scott Jasmin, The Brothers Burn Mountain and MorningBird.