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Visit TRF announces inaugural Fourth of July Parade
Visit Thief River Falls has announced the First Annual Fourth of July Boat Parade, taking place on Thursday, July 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. on the Red Lake River. This free, family-friendly event is open to both residents and visitors and is designed to celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday…
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Candidates file for county office
by April Scheinoha Editor Candidates have filed for county offices in the Northern Watch circulation area. The following candidates have filed, according to the Minnesota Secretary of State’s Office: Kittson County • District 3 county commissioner – Michael J. Docken, Naomi Larson, Jennifer Peterson and Loren Younggren • District 5…
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Guilty plea entered in Hallock murder case
by April Scheinoha Editor A Kennedy woman pled guilty Thursday, May 28 in Kittson County District Court to a felony charge of second degree murder – unintentional. Another charge of second degree murder is expected to be dismissed against Jordan Carol Hanson, 24. Sentencing has been set for Wednesday, July…
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Pennington County commissioners approve Road and Bridge Plan
by April Scheinoha Editor The Pennington County Board approved the Five-Year Road and Bridge Plan at its meeting Tuesday, May 26. Estimated to cost about $23.8 million with engineering costs included, the plan features 15 projects. The projects will be covered by a combination of local funding, state aid and…
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Closing a chapter at Lincoln High
by April Scheinoha Editor A total of 126 Lincoln High School students crossed a stage, obtained their diplomas and shifted their ’26 tassels Friday, May 22 at Ralph Engelstad Arena in Thief River Falls. “This moment marks not only the end of one chapter, but the beginning of many new…
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Memorial Day to be observed
Memorial Day will be observed Monday, May 25. Information about the following local Memorial Day observances was provided to the Northern Watch or another area newspaper: Argyle Argyle American Legion Post 353 will hold a Memorial Day program Monday, May 25 at 10:15 a.m. at the Argyle Auditorium. The main…
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LHS graduation set for Friday
Lincoln High School will hold its graduation ceremony Friday, May 22 at 6 p.m. at Ralph Engelstad Arena in Thief River Falls. Speakers include Ellie McDermott and Sophia Tougas, who will provide the class welcome; Wyatt Nelson and Briley Olsonawski, who will provide the message. Ainsley Fincher and Casey Nelson,…
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Pennington County Board accepts bid for CSAH 11 project
by April Scheinoha Editor Next month, the Pennington County State Aid Highway 11 project is expected to begin in Thief River Falls. At its meeting Tuesday, May 12, the Pennington County Board accepted the low bid for the project. Davidson Construction had the low bid of $3,619.100.35, according to County…
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TRF Council amends resolution regarding venue management
by April Scheinoha Editor Two weeks after approving a 30-day notice to terminate its relationship with Oak View Group 360, the Thief River Falls City Council has backtracked. At its meeting Tuesday, May 5, by a vote of 7 to 1, the council approved amending its prior resolution to simply…
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Cecil Elbert returns to TRF to finish what he started … nearly 50 years ago
by April Scheinoha Editor Cecil Elbert returned last week to finish a journey he started nearly 50 years ago. He began the journey where it ended last time – along Highway 59 in Thief River Falls. Cecil is on his way to Portland, Maine. This time, he is accompanied by…
