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When we were small we could run around in the yard, but never go out alone. We could get lost. So some parents scared their kids with the Boogeyman stories. The big kids did it with the big bad wolf, and the bears. It may have caused nightmares, but it kept the kids from wandering away from the yard. Mom or some older kid would always be with until about first grade when we started doing simple chores. Then the barnyard was the limits. But it was always home that we returned to wherever we went. And even when you grow up, the call to come home is strong if your parents were good. If not, people got mad and never returned.

The 27-mile Wildlife Drive within the Roseau River Wildlife Management Area will be open from Saturday, July 19, through Sunday, July 27, and on the following weekends: Saturday, Aug. 2, and Sunday, Aug. 3, and Saturday, Aug. 9, and Sunday, Aug. 10. The self-guided tour traverses wetland, woodland, brushland, grassland and farmland habitats, providing visitors ample opportunity for wildlife viewing.

In Cook, join experienced watercolor artist and instructor Diane Levar on Monday, July 14, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., as she demonstrates how to paint blueberries. Learn how to mix the right colors as well as apply watercolor techniques to make them look luscious. All skill levels are welcome. A supply list will be given upon registration by calling Alberta at 218-666-2153 or by email to NWFAMN.ORG@GMAIL.COM.

The third annual International Day of Women in Mining luncheon was held June 16 at the Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm. Hosted by the Iron Mining Association of Minnesota and MiningMinnesota, the event brought together more than 100 women from across the mining industry and related sectors.

Lake Country Power has announced that 30 local high school seniors

Following the Minnesota Legislature’s passage of multiple major bills during the special session that wrapped up early on June 10, St. Louis County leaders reflected on the wins and losses of the session and issued this statement. During the June 10 County Board meeting, commissioners noted their appreciation for the local delegation for their hard work and advocacy on behalf of the citizens of St. Louis County, recognizing these are challenging times with competing priorities.

On June 8, at 10:14pm, the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office responded

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