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Pine River-Backus graduates persevere to the end of their high school career

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Pine River-Backus graduates persevere to the end of their high school career

PINE RIVER — While graduation for the Pine River-Backus High School class of 2025 was an occasion for celebration, there was bitterness mixed in with the sweetness. A bouquet of flowers here, a handprint and quote on a mortarboard in the second row, a tear being wiped away by students here and there,and a slight hesitation and cracking in Ayla Richards' voice when she spoke of Keylah Kendrick, the classmate who died only 21 days before the May 3…Read Article

Letter to the Editor: It's about time for trail work

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Letter to the Editor: It's about time for trail work

I'm writing about last week's news article by Travis Grimler on the repaving project on the Paul Bunyan Trail from Pine River to Hackensack. This portion of the trail was in dire need of this project! As past Pine River Chamber director, I can relay the fact that many people, both local and out-of-towners, had left me a number of requests about paying attention to this area asset. Two years ago, our local Pine River Area EDC invited state Rep. S…Read Article

Living for the Long Haul in Rural MN: Sustainable food production in rural self-sufficient communities

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Living for the Long Haul in Rural MN: Sustainable food production in rural self-sufficient communities

PINE RIVER — In a previous column, we discussed some of the advantages and disadvantages we have in providing for our own food needs here in north central Minnesota. Herein, we discuss aspects of producing our own food in a sustainable manner. Despite the marked decline in the number of small farms in north central Minnesota over the last 50 years, we still have an adequate number of farmers, livestock and vegetable growers, as well as agricultu…See the Story

Pine River Chamber Information Center Celebrates 25 Years

PINE RIVER — The Pine River Chamber of Commerce will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Information Center from 3-5 p.m. Friday, June 6, at the Information Center. Hot dogs and refreshments will be available for a freewill donation. Events include a flag raising ceremony by the Pine River American Legion Post 613 and a short program by John Wetrosky, chamber director in 2000. The Pine River Market Square farmers market will operate from 1-5 p…Salzburg · Salzburg See the Story

Pages from the Past: May 28, 2025

60 years ago: May 28, 1965 (Headline) Bill Burnson plants nearly a quarter million trees for state Fred Venning has a right to be proud of this 12-pound walleye caught last week at his home on Whitefish Lake. 40 years ago: May 30, 1985 The Pine River Lions Club-sponsored annual blood bank drive for the St. Joseph's Medical Center Blood Bank set an all-time high with 72 pints of blood donated. Faith Arboleda receives a plaque for volunteer servic…Trees · Pine River Read Article

Pine River-Backus and Pequot Lakes STRIVE students honored

Students from Pine River-Backus and Pequot Lakes high schools were honored by the Central Lakes Rotary Club on May 6. These area students will each receive $500 scholarships to assist in their ongoing educational plans. STRIVE is a Rotary Club program where volunteer mentors work with high school seniors, motivating them to improve their school performance during their senior year, as well as to establish attainable goals after they graduate. S…Pine River · Pine River Read Article

Pine River City Council tackles free piles in yards

PINE RIVER — Pine River Mayor Tamara Hansen posed an amendment to the city's "general regulations" ordinance as it pertains to free piles in Pine River yards. During the May 13 regular meeting, Hansen said some residents were taking advantage of the vagueness of the council's regulations on such things as garage sales. She said there have been free piles on the curb outside of their homes. These piles are sometimes less than pleasing to the eye,…Pine River · Pine River Read Article

Pine River farmers market opens May 23

PINE RIVER — Pine River Market Square, a weekly local growers and crafters market, will begin its 15th season in Pine River from 2:30-5:30 p.m. Friday, May 23. The market features a variety of vendors with local goods. including fresh produce, starter plants, baked goods, eggs, fresh cut flowers in season, crafts and more. The Pine River Garden Club plant sale will take place at this opening market. They offer many perennials that grow in their …Pine River · Pine River Read Article

Pages from the Past: May 21, 2025

60 years ago: May 21, 1965 The Pine River Tigers won undisputed possession of the Crow Wing Valley Conference championship here Monday, by defeating Pillager 4-2, to remain unbeaten in conference play. (Advertisement) Tank's Club: Where chicken is king. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday night specials. Chicken, shrimp, hamburger steak 85 cents. Free entertainment by The Pastels live music 9 p.m. every Saturday nite 1 mile north of Paul Bunyan…Pine River · Pine River Read Article

Softball: Pine River-Backus pounds Walker-Hackensack-Akeley 15-5 in first round

PINE RIVER — Aaliyah Lewis finished 3-3 with a home run, double, four RBI and two runs for the No. 7-seeded Pine River-Backus Tigers in a 15-5 softball win over the No. 10-seeded Walker-Hackensack-Akeley Wolves in the Section 5A opening round Monday, May 19. Sawyer Tulenchik went 3-3 with three runs and an RBI for the Tigers while Autumn Burns doubled as a part of her three-hit game with two runs. Kaitlyn Rilea tallied two hits, a double and th…Reserve Bank of India · Pine River Read Article

ID theft is program topic at Pine River church

PINE RIVER — ID Theft, Prevention and Security is the topic of a program from 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, at Pine River United Methodist Church. Haley Conrad and Samantha Rudbeck, of First National Bank, will present the program that's the last in this season's Old Age Is Not For Sissies series aimed at anyone aging. There is no charge. The program will be in the lower level dining hall. Use the Third Street entrance. Like what you're reading? C…Pine River · Pine River Read Article

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