U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith (D-MN) announced that Congress approved $1,000,000 in funding for Lake of the Woods County to acquire a specialized vessel for...

Saturday, January 24th, afternoon, the Brink Community Center held its 40th anniversary celebration.The weather outside was cold, but inside, there...

Roger Lindquist, now of Portland, Oregon, never received the recognition he deserved in this newspaper when he was discharged in September of 1965,...

Lois Achen was honored by many family members and friends at a very special event this past weekend at the American Legion in Baudette. They...

Two peaceful protests were held at Willie Walleye Hill Friday, January 16. Both groups held signs referring to recent events in Minneapolis and the...

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting public comments on two proposed off-highway vehicle trail projects under the Grant-in-Aid program. The OHV GIA...

After a public hearing, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners amended the county’s ATV ordinance to apply to, and to read that county...

MN Department of Natural ResourcesLora Rae Barcus, 40, Virginia, MN: date of offense 1/1/26. Count one: Fishing without a license. Disposition: Convicted. Fees:...

Based on the official blotter from the Lake of the Woods County Sheriff's Office, law enforcement responded to a wide range of incidents throughout 2025. The record covers...

 The family-owned resort formerly known as Sportsman’s Oak Island Lodge is proud to announce its official rebrand to Hennum’s Oak Island Lodge,...

 The Baudette Public Library has announced adjustments to its operating hours beginning in 2026. ​ These changes will affect Saturday operations, with the library scheduled...

Hunters harvested 186,203 deer during the 2025 hunting season, which is a statewide 9% increase from the 2024 hunting season, according to preliminary figures from the...

The Lake of the Woods School Board had its organizational meeting on Monday January, 5th.  Director Jerem Haack was appointed Board Chair, and Treasurer Craig Severs was...

The Baudette City Council received an update on the city’s comprehensive planning project, a major initiative aimed at shaping the community’s future growth and development...

At their January 6th Organizational meeting the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners appointed Third District Commissioner Joe Grund to Board Chair, and First...