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Cass County Sheriff's Report
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office responded to 129 incidents between April 14-20, including the following: Abandoned vehicle, Strawberry Point, Cass Lake. Accident, no injury, Hwy. 371/Ridge Ave., Pine River. Accident, no injury, Front St. S., Pine River. Accident, no injury,...
Cass County Board adopts new ATV ordinance
The Cass County Board adopted a new ATV ordinance, and discussed electronic advertising on billboard signs, and bathroom improvements to both the museum and HHVS building during the April 16 meeting held in Backus. After the Pledge of Allegiance, the fourth public hearing for the new ATV ordinance was held. Woodtick Wheelers ATV Club and ATV Safety Educator Craig Wadzink recommended the ATV Ordinance Committee reconvene at the end of...
The old and the new
In the Feb. 7 “The old and the new” column, Chris Smith suggested we give a history of all the newspapers in our little town sometime. His dad, Don Smith, was the publisher of The Pilot-Independent from 1978 to 1985. There is a very good history of all the newspapers in a book entitled, “Walker’s First Hundred Years,” published by the Cass County Historical Society. The little I know about the history of the papers are from my friendship with two individuals — Larry Oliver,...
Kris O’Brien and Friends in concert May 5 with ‘The Story of Easter’
“The Story of Easter” concert is May 5 at 2 p.m. at Hope Lutheran Church in Walker. Kris O’Brien, the leader of the concert team, is in her fifth decade as a singer and guitarist. She was part of the Krisendale Duo that was managed for 11 years by Bob Dylan’s brother. They presented concerts in 25 states and fronted concerts for Gordon Lightfoot, John Denver and more. Kris came...
Minnesota man to be sentenced after kidnapping son, triggering AMBER Alert, hours-long standoff
BRAINERD, Minn. — A Minnesota man who kidnapped his 2-year-old son last year, triggering an AMBER Alert and a standoff, will be sentenced on Thursday. Scott Henrikson, 42, pleaded guilty in March to a felony count of depriving the custodial rights of a parent, a gross misdemeanor count of violating an order of protection and a misdemeanor count of obstructing the legal process.According to the criminal complaint filed in Crow Wing County, Henrikson was a passenger in a vehicle with woman, who was driving, and their toddler in Baxter on July 29, 2023.The woman, who has sole parental custody of the boy,...
In Focus: 5th ‘Tattoo You’ Convention Makes Its Way to Walker
Northern Lights Casino in Walker is hosting the fifth Tattoo You Midwest convention, a special weekend event that invites artists from all over the Midwest to meet new clients and show off their abilities. “Well, I’ve been doing this for about 35 years, and it started out as a reason...
Grant's Leech Lake Guide, LLC, is new Chamber member
The newest member of the Leech Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is Grant’s Leech Lake Guide, LLC. Owner Grant DeVries grew up fishing on Leech Lake, and is following in his grandfather’s footsteps by teaching and sharing his passion for fishing. “My grandfather is the legendary Leech Lake guide Alan Maas or, as most call him, ‘Muskie Al,’ and yes, I do have his waypoints!” Drop Grant a line at (218) 536-9242 or leechlakeguide.com. Grant’s focus is multi-species with a specialty in walleye and muskie fishing. He uses a Ranger boat with new electronics. Full or half days available with everything included. Family friendly! Let’s take a kid fishing! Grant is pictured with his First Business Dollar.
Leech Lake Ice-Out Contest winner
Jonathan Gustafson won the kayak and paddle donated by Walker Bay Dock during The Pilot-Independent’s 21st annual Leech Lake Ice-Out Contest. Gustafson was one of 40 people who correctly guessed April 12. There were 841 people who entered the contest and 21 prizes given away. Pictured with Gustafson are his five children and Amanda Carlson, who along with husband, Cody Carlson, own Walker Bay Dock.
Oratory Contest winner speaks at Legion
Minnesota Legion Oratorical Contest winner Elijah Cox was the speaker at the Walker Legion Membership dinner. He delivered his winning contest presentation to the Legion members who were very impressed with this young man’s delivery. Cox, a sophomore, will be competing May 17-19 in Hillsdale, Mich., at Hillsdale College in the Legion National Oratorical Contest.
Community Church, Walker, announces coffee house concerts
The Community Church of Walker (UCC) will be hosting two concerts this spring in the social hall before the summer Gazebo Concerts begin. All free-will donations will go to a charity. Complimentary coffee and treats will be provided. The first concert April 28 at 6 p.m. will feature Ryan and Joanne Pels, with all donations going to the World Central Kitchen WCK is a not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization devoted to providing meals in the wake of natural disasters. WCK is first to the front lines, providing...
Flag retirement in Laporte May 8 at Vets Memorial
The In Country veterans group and the American Legion and Auxiliary of Laporte are sponsoring a flag retirement at the Laporte Veteran Memorial downtown May 8 at 10 a.m. Fifth-grade students at Laporte School are invited. In the past each student deposited a flag into the flames. Jim Smith spoke about respect for the flag. In the past it was quite impressive; the students were very interested and learned about respect for the flag. If it is raining the event will be scheduled for the next day.
This Week in History
10 years ago... The 17th annual Run, Walk, Ride Around Woman Lake will be held May 3, the weekend before Fishing Opener. The event gives serious runners a chance to get ready for Grandma’s Marathon, and the rest of us a chance to get ready for all the fun activities spring and summer have to offer. ...
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