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Plus: The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland continue to deal with staffing challenges; and MnDOT crews will begin a project on Highway 2 in Grand Rapids starting Monday, July 21.
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The reconstruction of the major intersection in Baxter is set for 2028. The open house meetings are on July 22, 2025.
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And: Administrative law judge recommends blocking sale of Minnesota Power parent company ALLETE; Roadwork underway on Highway 89 near Grygla.
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Crews are resurfacing the road from Highway 219 to the Roseau County line. Work is expected to be complete by late August.
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Plus: Hundreds to be laid off after grocery store chain sale in Brainerd lakes area; and Itasca County delays an agreement on Grand Rapids library.
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This project will resurface the highway, improve drainage, replace sidewalks, and improve pedestrian crossings, with all work expected to be completed by this fall.
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And: One suspect in Cloquet armed robbery in custody; Crow Wing County signs agreement with USDA; and election clerks are getting proactive with messaging to win over skeptics.
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Plus: Denise Slipy announces 2026 Senate District 6 run; Sen. Klobuchar gives speech on floor in support of public media; and Astera Health celebrates the opening of a cancer center in Wadena.
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And: Essentia Health advanced practice providers go on strike; and the YMCA and Early EDge to partner on child care in Grand Rapids.
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Those traveling on Highway 37 may see delays of up to 10 minutes while beams are moved from trucks and put in place.