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Kennedy water bids in, awaiting USDA approval
By Anna Jauhola There is a positive outlook for the water project at Kennedy. On Wednesday, March 18, Bollig Engineering – the city’s engineer – opened three bids at their office in Fargo. City Clerk/Treasurer Melissa Woinarowicz said the apparent low bid came in at $34,000 under the engineer’s estimate of $1,580,000. There are hurdles…
Read MoreUnwind in Hallock a way to reset before spring
By Anna Jauhola As the long winter months often drag into early April, the Hallock Mainstreet Committee wanted to host one more winter event. Unwind in Hallock will feature several relaxing, hygge-focused activities such as yoga, self-care lessons, fika time and crafting. “We’re really trying to focus on being content in Hallock in the winter,”…
Read MoreSnowy owls in Kittson County
Snowy owls along Highway 75 and Highway 11 have been prominent this winter. On Tuesday, March 10, this reporter spotted three snowy owls along these corridors. Often, they perch on power poles. At left, this owl took off, annoyed with the photographer. At right, this owl was content to concentrate on its morning hunt. (Enterprise…
Read MoreLancaster City Council approves request for RLF business loan
By Anna Jauhola Lancaster City Council approved a new loan for a business during its regular meeting on Wednesday, March 11. Jesse Peterson applied for an $80,000 loan from the Revolving Loan Fund to assist him in purchasing the former RPM Motor Sports facility. He plans to create a business repairing small engines and ATVs.…
Read MoreNo bids lead to Task Order nod by Kennedy Council
By Anna Jauhola The Kennedy City Council approved a task order for the city’s water project during its regular meeting on Monday, March 9. Task Order No. 3 came from Bollig Engineering to assist the city in applying for funding and administering that funding for the water project. The cost of the services is $5,000.…
Read MoreFar North Spirits wins 2026 DISCUS Innovation Showcase
HALLOCK — Far North Spirits, an estate distillery in Hallock, Minn., has been named the first-place winner of the 2026 DISCUS Innovation Showcase, presented by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) and sponsored by Spearhead Global. Far North earned the top prize — a $10,000 cash award, one year of DISCUS membership,…
Read MoreSafe schools funding increase sought for first time in 13 years
By Graham Johnson House Public Information Services The last time safe school funding was increased in Minnesota was in 2013. Thirteen years later, Rep. Julie Greene (DFL-Edina) is seeking to increase the money schools receive for security expenses. She sponsors HF3653, which as amended, would increase safe schools revenue from $36 per pupil unit to…
Read MoreCouncil hears update on dilapidated house repair
By Anna Jauhola The city of Hallock is working with owners of a dilapidated house to get it back into safe condition. During the regular council meeting on Monday, March 2, Craig and Randy Wiese, who own the home at 303 S. Forest Ave., gave a progress update. “We’ve patched the roof. We’ve repaired the…
Read MoreFish House Festival set for March 21
The winter has been long, so, it’s time for some fun! Come to Lake Bronson on Saturday, March 21 for the Lake Bronson Improvement Committee’s First Annual Fish House Festival and the Kittson County Museum’s First Annual “Sleds of the Stars” snowmobile show. Some people may not have used their fish house for the last…
Read MoreHallock Figure Skating Show 2026
HALLOCK FIGURE SKATING CLUB’S 45TH SHOW was Movie Night.
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