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Boys' Basketball: Pine River-Backus comeback results in first-round win

PINE RIVER — Isaiah Aulie scored 16 of his 21 points in the second half to spear a 61-59 comeback win for the No. 3-seeded ...
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Minnesota leaders react to Kristi Noem's ouster from DHS

Noem's departure also comes after she underwent a series of hearings before Congress on the conduct of DHS under her leadership. U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., at the Tuesday, March 3, Senate ...
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Bipartisan bill would make infertility treatments more affordable for Minnesotans

The bill would require all health plans that provide Minnesotans with maternity benefits to cover infertility treatment and fertility preservation services ...
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Living for the Long Haul in Rural MN: Sprout Food Hub

In total, Sprout supports the local economy by providing a market and support for local producers, which increases income for local growers. This helps to keep agricultural land in production, keep ...
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Fog starting to clear with a slow warm-up this afternoon

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March offerings at Pine River-Backus Family Center listed

The Pine River-Backus Family Center at 245 Barclay Ave. in Pine River is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Thursday and from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays. Contact the family center at 218-587-4292.
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Looking Back: March 4, 2026

Nisswa Elementary School Principal Molly Raske reads “Green Eggs and Ham” dressed as The Cat in the Hat in celebration of Dr. Seuss’ March 2 birthday. Check out our other PineandLakes area news ...
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Backus firefighter appointed to city council

BACKUS — The Backus City Council appointed Austin Smith to fill a council seat vacated in February by Troy Risk. The action came at the council's regular meeting Monday, March 2. Smith was one of four ...
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Resources exist for lakes area veterans

For what financial needs exist, such as rental of the private room at the coffee shop, Northern Lakes Vets and Friends sometimes holds small fundraisers, including a brat sale in 2025.
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Dense fog settling in across central Minnesota this morning

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Land & Waters Preservation Trust’s grant application deadline is April 1

The Land & Waters Preservation Trust Endowment will award $16,000 in grants to worthy projects in May. Land & Waters, ...
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Cass County Sheriff Department still seeking tips on Rachel Anthony murder

Rachel Anthony is featured on the “Five of Spades” playing card the MN BCA developed to bring awareness to cases across the State of Minnesota. The Cold Case Playing Cards highlight 52 violent ...