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September 16, 2025

Williams City Council Finalizes General Fund and Fire Department...

September 16, 2025

On Monday, September 08, 2025, the Williams City Council met at Williams City Hall. All council members were present, including Chad Lundsten, Leslie Huerd, Jana Kukowski,...

Governor Walz Appoints Michael Grover to Fill Ninth Judicial...

September 16, 2025

Governor Tim Walz has announced the appointment of Michael Grover as a District Court Judge in Minnesota’s Ninth Judicial District. Grover will...

County Upgrades Beacon Program: Free Online Access to Forms and Maps

September 16, 2025

Most county forms, applications, and maps will soon be available online and downloaded for free after a newly authorized upgrade to the county’s Beacon program. At their...

Lorraine Rone, 88

September 15, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lorraine Minnicent Rone, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, who went home...

Janice Charlton (Larson) 86

September 11, 2025

Janice Charlton (Larson), 86, of Williams, MN, passed away into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, September 7th, 2025, at the LakeWood Care Center in...

Harry's House

Maria Meikel worked hard at preparing homemade apple muffins for the students.

Students Enjoy Local Apple Treat

September 16, 2025

Our school lunch cafeteria has the new name of Lunchroom 390 and a new head cook, Micah Haack. This week our students were given a special treat...

Homecoming King and Queen Candidates: Front Row: Ella Johnson, Kendal Bowman, Emma Broberg and Halle Holen
Back Row: Zach Brouse, Andy Higgins, Dawson Canfield and Bryce Hasbargen (not pictured) Photo Credit to Jennifer Moeller

Homecoming Time at Lake of the Woods School

September 16, 2025

Homecoming is just around the corner.Activities and events will kick off on Friday, September 19th in the high school where the students will meet...

Lake of the Woods School Menus

September 16, 2025

Breakfast:Wednesday, Sept 17 – Scrambled eggs, muffin, fruit, juice, milkThursday, Sept 18 – Cereal, muffin, fruit, juice, milkFriday, Sept 19 – Mini blueberry waffle,...

Community Focus

Border Bank Collects Winter Gear for Families in Need

September 16, 2025

As the crisp air of fall settles in, Border Bank is once again rallying the many communities it serves for its Annual Winter Warmth Drive, running from September 22 through...

Hotdish Contest Raises Funds for Lake of the Woods Food Shelf

September 16, 2025

Winners of the hot dish contest at Kraemer's 14th Annual Barn Dance north of Roosevelt have been announced. First place winner was Jeanne Miller, ...

Veterans Corner: Survey underway

September 16, 2025

As of 8 September, the county has distributed the veterans service surveys with prepaid envelopes to the American Legion, the Brink Senior Center, the Veterans of Foreign...

September 16, 2025

Brink Center BaudetteOpen 11 am-12:30 pmPlease call 218-634-1633Wed, Sept 17 – EVENING MEAL spaghetti and meatballs, veggies, garlic bread, fruit/dessertThu, Sept 18 –...

September 9, 2025

Brink Center BaudetteOpen 11 am-12:30 pmPlease call 218-634-1633Wed, Sept 10 – Pork chops, potatoes, veggies, fruit/dessertThu, Sept 11 – Jon’s famous chicken bowl,...

Looking Back from the files of the Baudette Region

September 16, 2025

20 Years Ago (2005) The Waskish area had reasons to celebrate as the new access at Upper Red Lake, located on the Tamarac River, east of Highway 72, opened and...

Looking Back from the Files of the Northern Light Region

September 16, 2025

10 Years Ago (2015)The 2015 Lake of the Woods Homecoming King and Queen Candidates were featured on the front page. They included Mikaela Sindelir, Jaiden Dahl, Lanie...

Looking Back from the files of the Baudette Region

September 9, 2025

20 Years Ago (2005) Featured on the Region’s front page was the oral history interview conducted by Museum Director Tom Imes with Ted Klegstad back in 1983. Ted...

City of Williams Meeting Minutes

September 15, 2025

Call to OrderMayor C. Lundsten called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call ...

Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners Proceedings

September 15, 2025

COMMISSIONER PROCEEDINGS August 26, 2025pursuant to MN. Statute 331A.01, subd. 10the published...

Lake of the Woods School Board Agenda

September 15, 2025

Lake of the Woods School ISD #390September 22, 2025 @ 7:00 PMBoard of Education Meeting - ITV Room Board Meeting AgendaCall to OrderPledge of AllegianceApproval of...

Salute 2024

The Happy House

Left to right: Kodiak Dorrow 8th place in varsity meet, Isaiah Youso's first varsity race with a 11th place finish, and Gus Hasbargen placed 9th in the junior high meet. photo by Lisa Olson

Bears Perform Strong Races in Warroad

September 16, 2025

Despite the increase in temperatures again this week, the Bears cross country team had strong showings in Warroad, shaving down personal records...

The Bears Volleyball Team won the paddle again in 2025 with their win over Warroad. photo by Lisa Olson

Bears Win Battle for the Paddle

September 16, 2025

The Bears volleyball team won the Battle of the Paddle for the 9th year in a row! This annual game was started nine years ago by Jaimie Snowdon...

Group photo of the 6th-12th grade football teams, volleyball teams, and cross country team. photo by Lisa Olson

Bears Hold All Falls Sports Practice

September 9, 2025

The Lake of the Woods fall sports athletes — consisting of over 100 volleyball players, football players, and cross country runners in grades 6-12...

Lake of the Woods Fishing Report by Joe Henry Lake of the Woods...

September 16, 2025

On the South End... Walleyes are setting up in good numbers in 22 – 27 feet of water, with the bite excellent as we move deeper into fall....

Lake of the Woods Historical Society: 292nd Radar Squadron Reunion

September 16, 2025

It’s common wisdom to save the best for last; one final burst of energy and joy to close on, to be remembered fondly for years to come. That was the goal for the final...

September 16, 2025

Celebrating birthdays this week are Vicki Streich and Candy Schuh. Wishing you both a wonderful day. Happy anniversary to Mike and Kathy Nordine and Pete and Sandy Olson...

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