Marcell

Ellen Bomstad and Carol Ann Gilbertson are running for the Itasca at large seat in the Northern Itasca Hospital District, which governs the Bigfork Valley health system.Tracy Boldt and Matthew Niemala are running for the Marcell Township seat.

Conservation districts and counties across the state will instruct volunteers on how to identify invasive species like starry stonewort in area lakes on Aug. 8, 2026.

Events this week include many Halloween themed activities, an opportunity to learn curling in Grand Rapids and an art reception in Bemidji.

Events this week include Karaoke for a Cause in Grand Rapids, Pride Month in the Park in Brainerd, Lake Bemidji State Park pint night and kids' fishing day in Marcell.