News: Thursday 5/17/2012 01:28 PM
Boater Rescued by Seaplane Flying Magazine Max Trescott describes in his blog about the incident that the pilot, identified as Rusty Eichorn of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, was flying with two other pilots over the Pokegama Lake when he saw a boat moving in a circular pattern described by Eichorn ...
News: Thursday 5/17/2012 01:01 PM
A downed power pole outside of Pluemer's furniture on 1st ave NE in Grand Rapids is responsible for heavy power outages within a few block radius, including at the Herald-Review office. Power lines ar
Blog: Thursday 5/17/2012 11:32 AM
The City of Minneapolis recently released the results of their Digital Community Survey. The survey is interesting in that you can track some high level stats but the focus is really on the community/neighborhood perspective.
One quick high level stat how important is it to you to have computer and Internet access at home?
Take that question and drill down by neighborhood and you can see how the details shine a light on areas that could possibly benefit from digital inclusion programs and/or public awareness campaign:
Now consider if you were looking to relocate to Minneapolis and this was the one piece of information you had.
News: Thursday 5/17/2012 10:30 AM
Lake Country Powers Board of Directors has named Greg Randa general manager of the 43,000 member rural electric cooperative. The veteran cooperative manager will be charged with the responsibility to
News: Thursday 5/17/2012 10:30 AM
Mary Jo Wimmer Consulting has been providing direction, problem-solving and leadership development to businesses, churches, non-profits and communities in rural Minnesota for 24 years. Mary Jo Wimmer
News: Thursday 5/17/2012 10:30 AM
Dr. Lee Jess of Grand Rapids was selected as the 2012 Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) Guest of Honor at the associations annual convention, the Star of the North Meeting, held at St. Pauls RiverC
Videos: Thursday 5/17/2012 09:58 AM
Homes for Sale - 2103 Maple St - Grand Rapids, MN 55744 - Katherine Bowman
Other 4 beds 2 baths Katherine Bowman CENTURY 21 Land of Lakes www.century21.com
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Blog: Thursday 5/17/2012 05:10 AM
Tulips
It wasnt the best year for tulips. Spring started too early and too warm. Then came frosty nights and hungry rabbits.
Ive been looking all around town for some gorgeous tulips to photograph. I finally found these in a park near downtown.
Tulip season seems to be finished for this year.
News: Thursday 5/17/2012 12:11 AM
Fulda Free Press Blandin Community Leadership Program retreat Fulda Free Press A program of the Grand Rapids-based Blandin Foundation, BCLP has provided experiential leadership training for more than 6000 community leaders from more than 425 rural Minnesota communities since it began in 1985. Local residents participated in the ...
Blog: Wednesday 5/16/2012 09:20 PM
Today I attended a full day of Continuing Legal Education sessions on Broadband. It was very interesting. I tried to take full notes (below); I will also try to give some general impressions:
The focus is on consumer savings, jobs and economic development
The FCC is aware that changing funding mechanisms presents issues for incumbents and other businesses. Thats why they are trying a gradual approach.
Videos: Wednesday 5/16/2012 08:30 PM
Homes for Sale - 35392 N Moose Point Rd - Grand Rapids, MN 55744 - Jordan Osse
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Videos: Wednesday 5/16/2012 05:04 PM
River of Life Church: Dedication Weekend Promo
River of Life Church is having a church dedication Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, May 18-20 of 2012. We would like to invite you to join us in celebrating the completion and dedication of our new church building! For more information about River of Life Church, go to: www.visittheriver.com 707 NW. 17th Ave. Grand Rapids, MN 55744
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Blog: Wednesday 5/16/2012 03:24 PM
Last month, the NTCA (National Telecommunications Cooperative Association) published a collection of case studies highlighting some best-of class stories for use of broadband technology in rural communities. The goal is
This paper will explain the economic and societal gains enabled by broadband, and describe how different rural service providers and the communities they serve have embraced the challenges and opportunities of new technology.
They take a look at Education, Health Care, Agriculture, Electronic Government, Public Safety, Utilities and the Consumers Home.
Blog: Wednesday 5/16/2012 02:38 PM
Ellen Sandbeck will not be able to speak this evening due to a personal emergency. We hope to reschedule her for later this summer. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause. In addition toEllens "Green Barbarians" book, we have other books on non-toxic cleaning, natural formulas, simplifying your life, and conserving energy. Check out the display!
News: Wednesday 5/16/2012 09:19 AM
The Hill City Hornets patience paid off at the plate on Monday afternoon against the McGregor Mercuries at Kaslow Field. The Hornets took 13 walks and turned 10 of those into runs en route to a 20-3 v
News: Wednesday 5/16/2012 09:15 AM
One big inning ultimately doomed the youthful Hill City Hornet softball team on Tuesday afternoon at the Hill City Softball field. Unfortunately, for the Hornets it was an 11-run first inning that hel
News: Wednesday 5/16/2012 09:15 AM
The Grand Rapids Thunderhawk softball team took to the road on Monday afternoon to play two against the Superior Senior Spartans. The Thunderhawks salvaged a split with the Spartans after they dumped
News: Wednesday 5/16/2012 08:48 AM
The following are gross misdemeanor and felony convictions as reported in the Itasca County Court Disposition Bulletin dated March 26 through April 9.
News: Wednesday 5/16/2012 08:30 AM
A warrant was issued for one defendant and a trial date set for another in connection with an alleged burglary ring.
News: Wednesday 5/16/2012 08:30 AM
On Thursday, May 20, a total of 292 students at Itasca Community College were awarded 317 degrees, diplomas, and certificates. There were 57 students who graduated with Honors, and 83 who graduated wi
News: Wednesday 5/16/2012 08:30 AM
Following the surprise vote by the Greenway School board at their last regularly scheduled meeting, the board reconvened for a special meeting on Monday, May 14, to revisit the topics of reducing and
News: Wednesday 5/16/2012 08:30 AM
Grand Rapids has taken another step to go green.
News: Wednesday 5/16/2012 08:26 AM
GRHS jazz band students meet world-renowned
trumpet player Allen Vizzutti
News: Wednesday 5/16/2012 08:05 AM
Blog: Wednesday 5/16/2012 05:15 AM
Cherry Trees
The wild cherry trees are blooming. I went to Hawk Ridge in Duluth, Minnesota to take some photos.
Cherry Trees
Here are some wild cherry trees between two large conifers.
Cherry Trees
Here are some wild cherry trees growing near the rocks. Notice that the landscape is starting to green up.