Nisswa MN

KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features Rich Mattson, Matthew Miltich & The Clearwater Hot Club, Jack Klatt, and MorningBird.

Events this week include CLC's Jingle and Mingle in Nisswa, art receptions in Grand Rapids and Cook, a Christmas party in Marble and the Festival of Trees in Shevlin.

KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features Rangers, Saltydog, Weary Ramblers, and Caige Jambor.

Brainerd musician Kelley Smith was announced as the new artistic director of the long-running concert series on July 25, 2025.

The Brainerd lakes area health care provider also added a full-time neurologist, has invested in oncology, and will transition hospice and home care services to a new provider.

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.