Nisswa MN

Emergency officials are still assessing damage after two tornadoes on Monday and are warning of unlicensed or uninsured contractors trying to take advantage of those needing repairs.

The first tornado began northwest of Pillager and ended after crossing Gull Lake. The second touched down north of North Long Lake near Merrifield before ending just before Ironton.

National Weather Service crews are surveying damage in the northern Brainerd lakes area following reports of a tornado. Heavy rainfall on the Iron Range caused flash flooding.

Early reports indicate most of the damage was in the Merrifield area. Tornado sightings were also reported near Casino, Lake Shore and Nisswa, which may be the same twister.

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced Sen. Keri Heintzeman as one of his appointments to the Advisory Task Force on Future of Minnesota’s Water.

The meeting will be 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at Nisswa City Hall and will be open-house style.

Minnesota’s Forest to Tap program is offering tree seedlings on Friday, April 25, 2025, at local breweries in Baxter, Aitkin, Grand Rapids, Walker, Crosby and Bemidji.

KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features Sarah Morris and Doyle Turner, Scott Jasmin and The Gracenotes, Charlie Parr and LaPlant Road.

Downtown Nisswa draws a crowd for its holiday kickoff Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, but some businessowners wish there was more focus on buying local ahead of Small Business Saturday.

Here's where you can find lights, community events, parades and more events in Northern Minnesota to keep you entertained throughout the holiday season.