Itasca County

100+ Women Who Care - Itasca Area is hosting a fundraising event for a local nonprofit, to be chosen at the event by attendees.

Larry Hopkins attributes his victory to increased awareness of the special election. He thanked those who helped with his campaign and looks forward to serving Itasca County.

Minnesotans are voting for Itasca County Board, Two Harbors City Council, Rock Ridge School Board and referendums in the Pequot Lakes, Pine River-Backus and Nevis school districts.

Sheriffs Joe Dasovich and Bryan Welk say joining will increase safety in their Northern Minnesota communities, but the program carries profiling and liability concerns.

Plus: Megan Buffington recaps a candidate forum for the special Itasca County Board elecion.

Started in 2015, the award has a history of highlighting community members for their leadership and outstanding service in the Itasca County area.

The city has been operating its ambulance service at a deficit for years. A new county district will spread the cost across the entire service area.

The two were the top vote-getters in the field of five candidates running in the special election for County Commissioner District 4.

A special election to fill Itasca County Commissioner District 4 will be Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025.

A 20-year-old Ohio man is accused of scamming thousands of dollars out of elderly victims in Grand Rapids and Hibbing.