Grand Rapids

An open community jam in September 2026 was centered around the history and legacy of four families in Grand Rapids with deep musical ties to the area.

Events this week include Indigenous Peoples Day events in Bemidji, Grand Rapids and Brainerd, plus a few local theater productions.

The Grand Rapids Police Department is investigating a prank call about a fabricated shooting at Old Central School on Oct. 6, 2026.

KAXE's weekly list of shows near you features Wussow's One Week, Superior Siren, McKeon Hugh Roberts, Junkyard Mule, The Oxbows, Carter Junction, Hoot Owls, Kelley Smith, LaPlant Road and Everybird.

After a 25% reduction in its budget for 2026, the staff at Grand Rapids Area Library look ahead to next year after receiving a $50,000 donation.

KAXE partnered with ICTV to host candidate forums for Grand Rapids and Deer River school boards on Sept. 30, 2026. Videos of the forum are available at watchictv.org.

Events this week include a Celebration of Nations in Brainerd, a candlelit adventure at Lake Bemidji State Park and an open house at the Grand Rapids Fire Hall.

The Minnesota Forestry Association hosts the first Great Minnesota Woods Walk on Oct. 3, 2026, to explore local forests, learn about forest management and enjoy autumn.

David Marty, Christopher Reilly, Darren Romans, Brian Vroman and Dan Wolf are running for Grand Rapids School Board.

Cory Smith and Lonny Witkofsky are running for Itasca County Commissioner District 1. John A. Johnson and Robert Preble are running for Commissioner District 3. Devin J. Gorski and Cassidy Villeneuve are running for county attorney. Dennis Barsness and Marjorie Sella are running for the Soil and Water Conservation District 4.