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Excitement flowed when Kayla Bates, branch manager of Magnifi Financial in Little Falls, as well as her team learned that the member-owned credit union was named “Large Business of the Year” by the Little Falls Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism.“I was super surprised and in shock, happy that somebody...
Minnesota Power has filed its 2025 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC), outlining next steps to provide safe and reliable energy to customers while adding new resources, meeting increasing demand for energy and reducing carbon emissions.Minnesota Power serves customers and communities in northern Minnesota, including...
In a move to address the growing need for affordable housing in the region, the Morrison County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with Habitat for Humanity of Morrison County to utilize state affordable housing funds.The partnership, which was discussed during the Tuesday, Feb. 25th board meeting, will allow Habitat...
After a lengthy kitchen remodel and licensing process, Shady’s Main Street Grill has officially opened its new kitchen, allowing the popular local restaurant to expand its hours and menu offerings.The bar has been a fixture in downtown Randall for several decades, but the restaurant underwent a major transition on May...
In a detailed discussion at its Tuesday, Feb. 18 planning session, the Morrison County Board of Commissioners reviewed proposed amendments to the county’s zoning ordinance that would establish regulations for the development of biofuel plants.The changes, presented by Land Services Director Amy Kowalzek, aim to create a clear framework for...
International Process Plants (IPP), a global leader in repurposing industrial manufacturing sites, has leased its unique fermentation-based bio-acetone and bio-butanol plant in Little Falls, Minnesota, to Nuol Green Chemistry, a pioneering biochemical company focused on replacing petrochemical products with renewable and sustainable alternatives.The 40-million-gallon-per-year precision fermentation plant will serve as...
Little Falls and Swanville will receive a combined $4.08 million in funding for water improvement projects in the city, according to the Minnesota Public Facilities Authority (MPFA).Swanville will receive $3.05 million in state and federal grants for water system improvements, while Little Falls is receiving a $1.75 million loan for...
In a comprehensive presentation to the Morrison County Board of Commissioners during its Tuesday, Feb. 18 planning session, representatives from the regional service cooperative Sourcewell detailed the organization’s wide-ranging programs and collaborative efforts supporting local governments and communities.Sourcewell’s Chief Regional Solutions Officer, Dr. Paul Drange and Senior Director of Community...
Lights, camera, action: Inside Little Falls Community High School's Flyer Media Productions
Feb 21 2025The hallways of Little Falls Community High School were buzzing with excitement as students prepared for a basketball game between the Little Falls and Pierz high schools. However, it wasn’t just the athletes putting on their game faces; Little Falls’ Flyer Media Productions (FMP) members worked just as hard to...
The Morrison County Record and its managing editor Jeff Hage were recognized by the Minnesota Newspaper Association (MNA) Better Newspaper Contest on Jan. 30.The Record was presented with one award, while Hage was recognized with five individual awards for his work spanning The Morrison County Record, The Union-Times of Princeton...
Whether you’re planning a family trip, visiting friends, or just catching a flight, you’ll want to be ready for Real ID deadline coming May 7, 2025.As part of a federal effort to improve identification security to board domestic flights, enter certain federal buildings, or military bases you will need a...
Little Falls assistant police chief reflects on career, challenges facing small town departments
Feb 15 2025Little Falls Assistant Police Chief John Ruby shared his career journey, the unique challenges facing small town police departments and his vision for the future of the Little Falls Police Department.Ruby’s path to law enforcement was not a direct one. After graduating high school, he worked as a machinist for...
A Central Minnesota sports museum has announced its 2025 Hall of Fame inductees. Three people and two organizations will be inducted into the Minnesota Fishing Museum's Hall of Fame on September 26th.The people being enshrined are professional angler and youth fishing advocate Jimmy Bell, professional fisherman and guide Don Pursch,...
When Louise Kloss’s husband, Adrian Kloss, first proposed opening an ice cream and coffee shop three years ago, she was hesitant. But after finding the perfect location and diving headfirst into their new venture, Louise (who goes by Lucy among family members) has transformed the former Caffe Strolaga, with the...
Minnesota Power, a utility division of ALLETE Inc. has issued its first request for proposals (RFP) for distributed solar projects as part of its compliance with Minnesota’s new Distributed Solar Energy Standard (DSES).The RFP seeks proposals for solar generating facilities of 10 megawatts or less that will be connected to...
In a bold move to address the growing mental health and social service needs in the community, Morrison County has launched a groundbreaking new program that embeds a social worker directly with local law enforcement agencies. The “REACH” (Response, Embedded Assistance, Community Help) program, introduced at the Tuesday, Jan. 28...
There is something for everyone at the 8th annual I.C.E. Fest near Little Falls next weekend.Of course, its signature feature is the ice carousel. Organizer Chuck Zwilling says several years ago they went as large as their lake would allow, so now they have to get creative to keep changing...
Region Five Development Commission (R5DC) announced their 2024 Annual Award Winners and honors awardees at an event held at the Gull Lake Yacht Club in Brainerd on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024.R5DC selected Allegra Marketing-Print-Mail of Brainerd as the recipient of the 2024 Exceptional Service Provider of the Year for their...
For 47 years, Jerome Valentine and Kim LeBlanc have called a local grocery store their second home.There are a lot of historic milestones that happened in 1978.Grease, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, and Animal House were the top movies on the big screen. The Bee Gees were feeding the...
During the Tuesday, Jan. 21 planning session of the Morrison County Board of Commissioners, Land Services Director Amy Kowalzek provided an update on the county’s efforts to modernize its renewable energy standards. Kowalzek explained that the current ordinances, which cover solar and wind energy, do not fully reflect the rapidly...
Les Schwab Tire Center expands into Little Falls
Jan 24 2025When the new Les Schwab Tire Center opens in Little Falls around April 16, the community can expect more than just tires and auto services. As Area Manager Matt Bruce explained, the company is focused on building deep roots and becoming an integral part of the local landscape.“Little Falls is...
In the wake of a devastating flood that hit the city of Randall in June 2022, the local water and wastewater department has taken proactive measures to safeguard the community’s drinking water supply. These efforts have earned recognition from the Minnesota Department of Health and the Minnesota Rural Water Association.During...
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is calling on produce farmers who have never completed the Grower Questionnaire, or who have not filled it out since 2022, to complete the 2025 edition.Completing this questionnaire helps farmers identify the federal food safety requirements that apply to their operations and gain access...
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission today approved the Certificate of Need and Route Permit for Minnesota Power and Great River Energy’s jointly owned high-voltage transmission line to bolster electric reliability in northern and central Minnesota and support the regional clean energy transition.The Northland Reliability Project is an approximately 180-mile, double-circuit,...