2020 Residents Guide by Park Rapids Enterprise

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2020 GUIDE TO HUBBARD COUNTY

What’s inside Our Residents Guide offers one convenient source for finding out about resources available in Hubbard County. The guide is updated annually to provide the most accurate information possible.

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Jody Hanson, Publisher jhanson@echopress.com Diann Drew, Business Mgr. ddrew@echopress.com Karen Holtan, Operations Coordinator kholtan@parkrapidsenterprise.com

Editorial Staff

Shannon Geisen, Editor sgeisen@parkrapidsenterprise.com Vance Carlson, Sports Editor vcarlson@parkrapidsenterprise.com Lorie Skarpness, Reporter lskarpness@parkrapidsenterprise.com Robin Fish Jr., Reporter rfish@parkrapidsenterprise.com

To reach us If there is something missing that you would like to see included in next year’s guide, feel free to write, call or email the Enterprise at 203 Henrietta Ave. N., Park Rapids MN 56470, call 732-3364, email sgeisen@ parkrapidsenterprise.com. The staff thanks all the individuals and organizations who provided the information, as well as the advertisers who make it possible to publish it. Highlights

Calendar of Events....................6 Map of Park Rapids..................8 If You’re New...........................16

History

Landmarks................. 10-12,14

Community

Federal & State Officials.......15 CommunityOverview..... 16-17 Hubbard County Board.18-19 Park Rapids City Council......20 Nevis City Council...................22 Akeley City Council.................24 Townships................................26 Transportation................. 28-29 Senior Services......................30 Social Services ......................32 Agriculture Services..............33 Lakeshore Owner Info ........34 Recycling........................... 36-37 Medical Services.....................38 Clinics................................. 40-41

Education

Park Rapids School........ 44-45 Nevis School............................46 Laporte School........................47 Heartland Christian Academy...................................47

Churches & Organizations

Area Organizations......... 48-49 Church Listings............... 50, 52 Cemeteries...............................53

Business

Downtown Business Association................................54 Hubbard County Regional Economic Development Commission..............................54 Industries .................................56 Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce........57 Small Business Development Center........................................58 Auto Directory.........................58 Contractor Directory...... 59-61

Parks & Recreation

Itasca State Park ...................62 North Country Trail ..............63 Recreation Resources...........64 City Parks.......................... 65-66 Fishing.......................................66

Events & Entertainment

Arts Organizations.......... 68-71 Paul Bunyan Days.................72 PBR Bull Ride..........................72 Blueberry Fest.........................73 Nevis Pig Race........................73 Nevis Muskie Days.................73 Hubbard County Fair.............73 Downtown PR events...........74 Field Days ...............................74

Advertising

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Circulation

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Office Staff

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OFFICE HOURS

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2020 Calendar of Events March

3 – Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning, “Aerial Firefighting,” Park Theatre 5 – “The Hall Sisters,” Heartland Concert Association, Park Rapids 4 – Park Rapids Enterprise Food Shelf Chili Challenge Benefit, Park Rapids American Legion 10 – Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning,“The Great White North,” Park Theatre 17 – Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning, “The Land Feeds Us, Body and Soul” at Park Theatre 24 – Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning, “Fish and Wildlife Enforcement: A Look Back,” Park Theatre 31 – Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning, “A Farm, A Forest, A Little Blue Bird and the Future: Or, What Happens When a Farmer Marries a Bluebirder,” Park Theatre

April

7 – Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning, “For Love of a River: Minnesota,” Park Theatre 11– Easter Egg Hunt, Muskie Park, Nevis 14 – Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning, “Hobos of the Great Depression,” Park Theatre 21 – Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning, “I’m Just a Girl from Federal Dam,” Park Theatre 24, 26 – Park Rapids Classic Chorale spring concert, St. Johns Lutheran Church 28 – Heartland Concert Association, “Ball in the House,” Park Rapids

May

1 – Hubbard County Historical Museum opens 1 – Nemeth Art Center opens 3 – Park Rapids Area Community Band spring concert 9 – Minnesota Fishing Opener 16 – Minnesota Bike Opener 16 – Take Flight! Spotting Spring Birds, Itasca State Park 23 – Take Flight! Spotting Spring Birds, Itasca State Park 27– Science in Nature, Itasca State Park 30 – Ribbon-cutting ceremony, Park Rapids Sculpture Trail

June

6 – Take Flight! Spotting Spring Birds, Itasca State Park 11 – 2nd Street Stage, “Rich Mattson and the Northstars,” Park Rapids 20 – Author Fest, Park Rapids 14 – Nevis Sites & Bites 18-20 – Moondance Jammin’ Country 18 – 2nd Street Stage, “Everett Smithson Band,” Park Rapids 28 – Water Ski Show, Halverson Beach, Nevis 24-26 – Lake George Blueberry Festival 25 – 2nd Street Stage, “Boss Mama and the Jebberhooch,” Park Rapids 26-28 – Paul Bunyan Days, Akeley 27 – Audrey’s Purple Dream 5K Run, Akeley

July

2-4 –Headwaters PRCA Xtreme Bull Ride and Pro Rodeo. 3 – 2nd Street Stage, “4onthefloor,” Park Rapids 4 – Firecracker Footrace, Heartland Park, Park Rapids 4 – Fourth of July parade 4 – John Michael Lerma Pie Contest, Park Rapids 4 – Park Rapids Area Community Band pre-fireworks concert 4 – Park Rapids Rotary Fourth of July fireworks 9 – 2nd Street Stage, “32 Below,” Park Rapids 10-11 – Bigfoot Days, Remer 11 – Water Ski Show, Halverson Beach, Nevis 12 – Nevis Pig Races 15-18 – Moondance Jam 15-20 – Hubbard County Fair, Shell Prairie Agricultural Association 16 – 2nd Street Stage, “Jacob Mahon & the Salty Dogs,” Park Rapids 23 – 2nd Street Stage, Charlie Parr, Park Rapids 23-24 – Crazy Days, Park Rapids 31-Aug. 15 – “Big Fish,” Northern Light Opera Company 24-25 – Nevis Muskie Days 25-26 – Lake George Blueberry Festival 30 – 2nd Street Stage, Mae Simpson Music, Park Rapids

August

1 – Nevis City-wide Garage Sale 1 - Audrey’s Purple Dream Motorcycle Fund Run, Akeley

1 – Walker Bay Day 1-2 – Field Days, Park Rapids Antique Tractor & Engine Club’s East 40 Grounds 2 – Water Ski Show, Halverson Beach, Nevis 2 – Taste of Dorset 6 – 2nd Street Stage, “Corey Medina & Brothers,” Park Rapids 7-10 – Leech Lake Regatta, Walker 8 – Legends and Logging Days, Park Rapids Antique Tractor & Engine Club’s East 40 Grounds 8 – Northwoods Triathlon, Nevis 8 – Remer Harvest Festival 8 – Run to the Rapids classic car show, Park Rapids 13 – 2nd Street Stage, “The Joyann Parker Band,” Park Rapids 14-16 – Lake Itasca Region Pioneer Farmer Show 15-16 – Art Fair at the Winery, Forestedge Winery, Laporte 22 – Veterans Tribute Program, Howard Maninga’s home, Ponsford

September

4-6 – Nimrod Bull Bash 12 – Ethnic Fest, Walker 12-13 – Bigfoot Music Festival, Remer 26 – Headwaters 100 Bike Ride, Park Rapids 26 – Moondance Harvest Moon Festival, Walker 26-27 – Art Leap 2020

October

1-31 – Shoptoberfest, downtown Park Rapids 31 – Trick or Treat Downtown Park Rapids

November

7 – Minnesota Firearms Deer Season Opener 26 – Turkey Trot and 5K Walk/Run, Park Rapids 26 – Community Thank Meal, Riverside United Methodist Church 27 – Community Tree Lighting Ceremony and Yuletide Sampler 28 – Small Business Saturday

December

19 – Itasca State Park Winter Bird Count 25 – American Legion Community Christmas Dinner

Note: Events are subject to change. Always check with the organizer before making plans.

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KEEP YOUR GARBAGE OUT OF THE LANDFILL - Pitch-in and reduce your waste by requesting less packaging, buy in bulk, reduce junk mail and recycle all you can! Park Rapids Coborn’s (Back Parking Lot) Of Recyclables In Cwikla ACE Hardware Hubbard County Are Hugo’s Walmart (Parking Lot) Located At: Lake George Town Hall Laporte Third Base Hubbard Community Center Becida Bar & Grill Arago Town Hall Farden Twp. Grace Lake Bar & Grill City of Akeley Behind Liquor Store Chamberlain White Oak Town Hall SHEDS OPEN AT ALL TIMES OR Nevis County Public Works Lot DROP RECYCLABLES AT BOTH Benedict Hardware Store TRANSFER STATIONS Backwoods Bar and Grill

SHEDS FOR DROP OFF

Hubbard County Recycling 218-732-1468

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HUBBARD COUNTY TRANSFER STATION HOURS SOUTH TRANSFER STATION 218-732-9181 Located East of Park Rapids on Hwy. 34, then South on County Road 6 (812 South Henrietta Avenue) Open: Monday thru Friday 7:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Saturday 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m

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NORTH TRANSFER STATION

218-224-2100

Located 1 mi. North of Jct. of U.S. Hwy. 71 & 200 at Kabekona Corners (41304 U.S. Hwy. #71, Laporte, MN) Open: Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m

BOTH STATIONS: Accept all solid waste, recyclables and demolition debris. Closed on Sundays and holidays #1 Plastic

HUBBARD COUNTY SOLID WASTE DEPARTMENT 101 Crocus Hill Street, Park Rapids, MN 56470 Josh Holte (218) 732-9568 Email: jholte@co.hubbard.mn.us

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Remember to open bags and put recyclables freely in the recycling containers to help keep contamination rates low. And remember to only recycle what is listed on the recycling label. Plastic bags can be recycled at Walmart of Coborn’s in Park Rapids. Hubbard County has an organics recycling program for food waste. If you would like to sign up for the program, you can register on-line at co.hubbard.mn.us/waste, the County Public Works Building, or at the south transfer station. There is a drop off container located at the south transfer station. Hubbard County is offering an agricultural plastics recycling program. Boat wrap and greenhouse film are also included in this program. You can bring the plastics to either of the transfer stations. If you have any questions email solidwaste@co.hubbard. mn.us or call 732-1468

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BusinessIndex Accounting

Northwoods Tax Professionals, Inc. ................................. 29

Appliances

Harvala Appliance.................................. 29

Assisted Living

Diamond Willow..................................... 27 Heritage Community............................ 33 Knute Nelson.............................................3

Attorneys

Peloquin/Jenson Attorneys & Counselors PLLC............................... 39 Thomason, Swanson & Zahn, PLLC.............................................. 29

Auctioneers

Bachmann Auctioneers....................... 19 Jokela Auctions, Inc............................... 19

Auto Detailing/Repair/ Sales/Parts/Towing

Advanced Automotive.......................... 53 Heartland Maintenance and Repair............................................... 53 Josh’s Collision Center.......................... 53 Mills Detail & Trailer Sales................. 36 Park Rapids Ford................................... 42 Thielen Motors, Inc............................... 47 Warren’s Tire & Auto........................... 53 West Side Auto...................................... 53

Building Centers

Northland Lumber................................ 23

Butcher

Main Street Meats................................ 36

Cabinetry

Jerry Eischens Cabinetry..................... 60

Carpet Cleaning

ChemDry.................................................. 59

Churches

Assembly of God.................................... 50 Eastside Christian Church................... 51 Hubbard United Methodist................. 52 Trinity Church......................................... 52 Riverside United Methodist Church.................................. 50

Concrete

KL Concrete, LLC................................... 60 Menahga Concrete................................ 57

Construction/Contractor

ABC Seamless........................................ 59 Action Contracting, Inc......................... 59 Bruce Beckley Construction............... 59 Emcon, Inc............................................... 60 Lindow Construction, Inc..................... 61 Racer Construction................................ 61

Dining

Knob & Kettle.......................................... 69 Zappy’s Cafe............................................ 71

Docks

Menahga Marine & Rental LLC........................................... 57 Dan’s All Season Service....................................................... 55

Education

Mahube-OTWA...................................... 37 Electric Company Itasca Mantrap Elec. Coop.................. 21

Investment

Recycling

Insurance

Rental

Jewelry

Seamless Siding

Thrivent Financial Services................. 13 Avenson Insurance................................ 13 Humana.................................................... 37 Thrivent Financial Services................. 13

Electricians

Avenson Electric..................................... 59 Davis Electric........................................... 25 Hansen’s Electric.................................... 60 Hoffman Electric.................................... 60 Marchell Electric, Inc............................. 61 Steve’s Electric Service, Inc................ 61 Northern Pines Plumbing Heating & Electric....................................................... 61

Price’s Fine Jewelry.............................. 25

Lake Association

Hubbard County COLA........................ 39

Licenses-Fishing/Hunting

Excavating

L&M Fleet................................................. 31

Backhoe Pete.......................................... 59 Racer Construction................................ 61 Thelen’s Excavating & Septic, Inc................................................. 61

Hubbard County Solid Waste...............7 Menahga Marine & Rental LLC........................................... 57 R&R Rental.............................................. 23 ABC Seamless........................................ 59 D&S Seamless Siding.......................... 59

Septic Systems

Thelen Excavating & Septic................ 61

Small Engine Repair

Liquor

Rapids Spirits.......................................... 67 Dorset Corner Liquor........................... 37

L&M Fleet................................................. 31 Menahga Marine & Rental LLC........................................... 57 Cwikla Ace Hardware........................... 25

Carter’s Red Wagon Farm.......................................................... 21

Locksmith

Sporting & Outdoors Goods

Financial Services

Marine Sales & Service

Farm Market

Kent Reeve Locksmithing.................... 60

Citizens National Bank......................... 21 Community First Bank......................... 27 Northwoods Bank................................. 31 Thrivent Financial Service....................................................... 13

Dan’s All Season Service..................... 55 Johnsons On The Water..................... 27 Menahga Marine & Rental LLC........ 57

Fireplaces/Stoves

Massage/Therapy

Masonry

Burlingame Masonry….59

Wilkening Fireplace............................... 19

Bio Balance………....41 Naturale Alternatives............................ 41

Fuel

Cenex Lakes Area Co-op.................... 55

Medical Facilities

Dan’s All Season Service..................... 55 L&M Fleet................................................. 31

Storage Units

Menahga Marine & Rental LLC........................................... 57 Up North Storage.................................. 39

Surveying

Lindow Surveying & Mapping, LLC.......................................... 35

Therapy/Counseling

A Better Connection............................. 41

Gifts

Tourism/Information

Irene’s Favorite Things......................... 29

Essentia Health...................................... 41 CHI St. Joseph’s Health....................... 76 Sanford Health....................................... 39

Glass/Auto

Nursery/Garden Center

Trailer Services

Residential/Commercial Craig’s Glass, LLC.................................. 59

Forest & Floral........................................ 23 Flying W Gardens.................................. 60 Hafners..................................................... 35

Grocery Stores/Meat Market Hugo’s..........................................................2 Coborn’s.......................................................5 Main Street Meats................................ 36

Painters

Painters..................................................... 61

Pawn Shop

Hardware

Fuller’s Gun & Pawn............................. 22

Cwilka Ace Hardware........................... 25 L&M Fleet................................................. 31

Pest Control

North Star Pest Control...................... 61

Heating/Plumbing/Air Conditioning

Pet Care

Ackerman Plumbing & Heating, LLC........................................... 59 Leading Edge Mechanical................... 60 Northern Pines Plumbing, Heating & Electric.................................. 61 R&G Plumbing & Heating, Inc........... 61 True North Mechanical........................ 61 Ulvin Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning................................. 61

Angie’s Groom N Board...................... 57 Snuggle’n Snooze Inn.......................... 57

Petroleum Company

Enbridge................................................... 75

Pharmacy

Coborn’s.......................................................5 Hugo’s..........................................................2

Propane

Home-Based Businesses

Mary Kay.................................................. 37 Watkins..................................................... 21

Cenex Lakes Area Co-op.................... 55

Home Furnishings

Affinity Real Estate................................ 19 Bachmann Carow Real Estate, Inc.. 19 Preferred Properties............................. 25 ReMax....................................................... 55

Real Estate

Beds Plus................................................. 42 S&L Outlet............................................... 13

Park Rapids Chamber of Commerice... 55 Mills Detail & Trailer Sales.......................................................... 36

Transit Services

Heartland Express................................. 31

Tree Service

Northwoods 1st Tree Service........... 36

Upholstery

Gateway Upholstery.............................. 43

Welding

Darchuk’s Fabrication........................... 60

Landmarks

Unique landmarks dot the county Cutler in 1895. The Park Rapids Volunteer Fire Department celebrated its centennial in 1991. ► The Fish Hook mill pond and dam at Rice Park (and the state fish hatchery) still bear evidence of what was once the site of the town’s first sawmill and flour mill. They were built by Franklin C. Rice who came here in 1881 and founded the village of Park Rapids. In 1908 the voters gave Rice the franchise for the town’s electricity.

Park Rapids ► Constructed in 1922, the Park Rapids National Guard Armory, formerly the home of Company C, 2nd Battalion 136th Infantry, is also located on Hwy. 71 south. The Guard unit here was recognized in May 1947 with 16 enlisted men assigned. Renamed Armory Square, the structure has been renovated as an events center. ► The U.S. Post Office, at the corner of Park Avenue (Hwy. 71) and 3rd St., was occupied in 1939. In 1940, well-known Minnesota sculptor Alonzo Hauser carved oak figures for the post office as part of the Section of Fine Arts, administered by the U.S. Treasury. These large figures depict a lumberjack, an Indian and a scene of lakes, deer and pines and are located in the lobby. Atop the brick building are a cupola and unique weathervane. The old granite steps were removed in 2006. ► The original Hubbard County Courthouse, located at 3rd St. and Court Ave., was built in 1900. A fine example of Victorian design, it is on the National Register of Historic Buildings. It is the home of the Hubbard County Historical Society and Nemeth Art Center. ► Main Avenue parking – a street wide enough to accommodate center and side parking – is a curiosity and a memorable feature of the town. It is said since Park Rapids originally was a logging community, the street was laid out so wide to allow teamsters to turn their horses around. It also has been said the street was made wide so piles of lumber could be stacked in the center to dry. Both stories may be right. ► The fire bell, displayed in front of the fire hall on Hwy. 71 south, was presented to the fire department by James B.

Dorset area First English Lutheran Church in Dorset, dedicated in 1936, is built of hand-split fieldstone gathered from neighboring farms. Nevis Muskie Park, located just north of Highway 34 in Nevis, is the home of the Tiger Muskie erected in the early 1950s. Trees were planted in the park in honor of Nevis’ World War I dead and now the park has a veterans memorial with a lighted flagpole, flower bed, honorarium benches and a walkway. A pavilion was dedicated in the park in 1993 with an enclosed stand for food sales and shelter for picnic tables. Akeley Paul Bunyan’s statue on State Hwy. 34 in Akeley is the world’s tallest of the legendary woodcutter. He kneels holding his ax in one hand and stretching out his other hand as a seat for picture taking. It was dedicated in 1985 in a ceremony at Memorial Park, which is also the home of Paul’s cradle and an

historical museum operated by the Paul Bunyan Historical Society. Two Inlets The Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes at St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church, Two Inlets, is a replica of the one in France with life-size statues of our Lady and Saint Bernadette, Stations of the Cross set in fieldstone frames and an outdoor altar. Osage Straight Lake is the source of Straight River. The 15 river miles between the dam at Straight Lake and the riverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s confluence with the Fish Hook River is one of the premier brown trout streams in the state. Such natural reproduction is a rarity. Trout Unlimited promotes catch and release so trophy-size fish can continue to thrive here. The former school on Hwy. 34 was built in 1938 during the WPA era. The building was the center of activity when Osage celebrated its centennial in 1991. The parade was so long, organizers considered having the parade stand still and the spectators walk around so the front would not catch the back and block the streets.

Landmarks

Local newspaper, libraries, museums, other valuable resources

Park Rapids Enterprise Founded in 1882, the Park Rapids Enterprise is Hubbard Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest continuous business venture. It was the first newspaper established north of Northern Pacific Railroad in Minnesota. The Park Rapids Enterprise is committed to providing the most complete local news coverage in the region. The Enterprise publishes Wednesday and Saturday each week with continuous online updates. Serving the communities of Park Rapids, Nevis, Akeley, Menahga, Dorset, Lake George, Osage and the surrounding lakes area, the award-winning Enterprise is the most comprehensive news source in the area and the official newspaper of Hubbard County. To subscribe, call the office 732-3364 or email Kathy Dennis at kdennis@parkrapidsenterprise.com.

Park Rapids Area Library Park Rapids Area Library staff and volunteers strive to uphold its mission: Connecting people with resources, creating community through diversity. Among services offered are computer use, free wireless access and the capability to scan, print and fax documents. Job applications and resumes can be printed and faxed free of charge. Local and regional newspapers are available at the library. Materials available for check out include books, audiobooks, music, movies and magazines. Patrons may access e-books, e-audiobooks and e-magazines using a library card. New materials are ordered throughout the year. Readers can find new releases, best sellers, and a wide array of genres and styles. Children and their caregivers are invited to spend time in the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s area reading and using learning tablets, games or puzzles, and attending story time on Fridays at 10:30 a.m. The library hosts special events and programs for people of all ages. Many of these programs feature authors, musicians, storytellers, and other artists and performers. There is no charge to attend any library-sponsored event. The Friends of the Library group hosts four book sales each year. The summer sale lasts two days. The 2020 sale dates are Feb. 13, May 14, July 9-10 and Oct. 8.

Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning The Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning is a nonprofit organization that presents free programs to people of all ages, offering opportunities for intellectual pursuits related to the humanities. Presentations feature the fine arts, liberal arts, philosophy, literature, history, comparative religions, languages, current issues and events. For more information, contact Marty Leistikow at 218-699-3527 or hcllemail@ gmail.com.

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Park Rapids Area Library is located at 210 1st St W. Hours are 9:30-6:30 Monday, 9:30-5:30 Tuesday through Thursday, 9:30-4:30 Friday, and 9:30-1:30 Saturday. For more information, call 732-4966, visit krls.org, e-mail parkrapids@ krls.org or find the libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook page.

Akeley Historical Museum The Akeley Paul Bunyan Historical Museum is located on Main Street, immediately behind the large statue of Paul Bunyan. It opened in 1984 and contains an interesting collection of pictures and artifacts portraying the early Akeley history when the largest sawmill in the state was located here and the population was between 3,000 and 4,000. When volunteers are available, the museum is open daily from 1-4 p.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Hubbard County Historical Museum The Hubbard County Historical Museum is located in the original Hubbard County Courthouse, built in 1900 and located at 301 Court Street, Park Rapids. The interior of the museum retains the original tin ceilings, eight vaults and the gilded, 14-karat gold lettering on the office doors. Delve into the beginnings of Hubbard County. Each room depicts a different aspect of early life in the area. Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from May 1 through Sept. 30. Tours are available. Call ahead, if you have a large group, at 732-5237. The website is www. hubbardcountyhistory.org.

Akeley Community Library Located in the Akeley Regional Community Center, the library is open from 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. There are two computers with internet access and a printer. Books for all ages, including a genealogy section. Community Education Park Rapids Community Education offers classes and activities to all ages, birth to senior citizens. Visit www. parkrapidscomed.com or call 237-6600. To contact Nevis Community Education, email coordinator Katie Rittgers at krittgers@nevis308.org. The official website is https://sites.google.com/nevis308.org/nevis-community-ed/ home. Laporte Community Education is managed by Lisa Moss at lisa.moss@laporte.k12.mn.us or 218-224-2288, ext. 146.

All-Veterans Memorial Dedicated in August 2003, the memorial is devoted to the memory of all veterans of all wars and branches of the service. Visitors will find granite monoliths commemorating past wars and a stone walkway and benches commemorating individual veterans. Construction has started on the All Veterans Memorial Interpretive and Educational Center. The lighted area is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The memorial is located on Hwy. 71 south, adjacent to the Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce.

Community Congress U.S. Rep. Pete Stauber, Congressional District 8, Republican 126 Cannon HOB, Washington, DC 20515. Phone: 202-225-6211. U.S. Sen. Tina Smith, Democrat 309 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510. Phone: 202-224-5641.

Pete Stauber U.S. Rep.

Tina Smith U.S. Senator

Amy Klobuchar U.S. Senator

U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Democrat 302 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510. Phone: 202-224-3244.

Your federal, state elected officials State Senator Dist. 2 Sen. Paul Utke, Republican, 95 University Ave. West, Minnesota Senate Bldg, Room 3403, St. Paul, MN 55155, 651-2969651 or e-mail sen.paul.utke@senate.mn. State Representatives Dist. 2A Rep. Matt Grossell, Republican, 4227 State Office Building, St. Paul, MN 55155, 651-296-4265, rep.matt.grossell@house.mn. Dist. 2B Rep. Steve Green, Republican, 315 State Office Building, St. Paul, MN 55155, 651-296-9918, rep.steve.green@house.mn. Paul Utke District 2

Steve Green District 2B

Matt Grossell District 2A

John Persell District 5A

Dist. 5A Rep. John Persell, DFL, 437 State Office Building, St. Paul, MN 55155, 651-296-5516 , rep.john.persell@house.mn. Consumer information ► Office of Minnesota Attorney General, Keith Ellison, 445 Minnesota St., Suite 1400, St. Paul, MN 55101, 800-657-3787 or www.ag.state.mn.us. ► American Civil Liberties Union of Minnesota, P.O. Box 14720, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (651) 645-4097, support@aclu-mn.org or www.aclu-mn.org. ► Better Business Bureau of Minnesota & North Dakota, 220 S. River Ridge Cir., Burnsville, MN 55337, ask@thefirstbbb.org, www. bbb.org, (651) 699-1111 or (651) 699-7665. ► Minnesota Department of Commerce, Golden Rule Building, 85 7th Place East, Suite 280, St. Paul, MN 55101, 800-657-3602, consumer.protection@state.mn.us or www.commerce.state.mn.us. ► Federal Trade Commission for the Consumer 877-FTC-HELP or www.ftc.gov/bcp/consumer.shtm. ► Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota, Bemidji office 218751-9201 or www.lsnmlaw.org. ► Social Security Administration, Bemidji Office, 2900 Hannah Ave. NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, 800-772-1213 or www. socialsecurity.gov ► Minnesota Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE), 877-664-8463 or www.vinelink.com. RESIDENTS GUIDE | PAGE 15

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Park Rapids Founded in 1880 by rugged pioneers, farmers and loggers, this city was named for its park-like groves and the rapids on the Fishhook River. The area’s natural beauty – and source of the mighty Mississippi River – attracts residents and tourists alike. Park Rapids is the county seat for Hubbard County. Its smalltown charm also boasts schools, medical services, parks, recreation, arts, an airport and business opportunities. Nevis The lakeside village, located on the east end of Belle Taine, is the gateway to the Paul Bunyan State Forest and 90 lakes located within a 10-mile radius. It’s known for its huge tiger muskie, located at Muskie Park. Nevis also offers a public beach, public dock with handicapped access, park, boat ramp and public access to Belle Taine north of Hwy. 34. Nevis has a Civic and Commerce Association, Senior Citizens

Center, a number of churches and many year-around and seasonal businesses. Akeley The world’s tallest statue of Paul Bunyan and Paul’s cradle mark Akeley as home of the legendary woodsman. The Paul Bunyan Historical Society Museum, also located in the city park known as Paul’s Patio, houses artifacts from the days when Akeley was a logging boom town. Community organizations include the Civic and Commerce, Akeley Lions, Garden Club, Senior Citizens Club and Eastern Hubbard County Fire District and Auxiliary. The city has several churches, light industry and many year-around and seasonal businesses. The Akeley Regional Community Center is home to the Akeley Community Library, thrift store, an archery range, a dog training site and two gymnasiums. Public meeting rooms are available to rent or use.

Becida In Becida, the deer are so plentiful in the fall it is a favorite place for hunters. The Becida Community Church is only about three miles away. The small community is located in the northwestern part of the county at the junction of CSAHs 9 and 3.

fine eating establishment where those attending a play at the Long Lake Theater can dine before taking in a play. Long Lake Theater draws in summer visitors from miles around. Hubbard is located at the south end of Long Lake on Hwy. 87. Kabekona Kabekona is located at the junction of state Highways 71 and 200 along the Kabekona River.

Benedict Benedict is an unincorporated community in Lakeport Township with several local businesses. The Paul Bunyan Lake George Lake George is in a natural outdoor recreation area with Snowmobile Trail skirts Benedict bringing winter business. Benedict is located on State Hwy. 200, southeast of Laporte. two lakes on its doorstep. Unique seasonal and year-round businesses make up this active community, which has its own senior citizens group and garden club. Lake George has a post Dorset Dorset is home to several gift shops and restaurants. Dorset office, Senior Citizens Center, fire hall and a township hall. is also the home of First English Lutheran Church. The Heart- Many acres of state-owned forest land make Lake George a land Trail is an attraction with horse stalls for public use, a park prime blueberry picking spot. Lake George is located on U.S. with a picnic area and shelter and a nature walk hiking trail. Hwy. 71, east of Itasca State Park. Dorset is located about a mile north of Hwy. 34 between Park Laporte Rapids and Nevis. Laporte has a celebration on 4th of July weekend. Laporte is home to the Lakeport Fire Department and First RespondEmmaville ers. Service organizations in Laporte include the Laporte-BenEmmaville, with a booming population in single digits, is welcoming clientele at the Emmaville Store. Emmaville is located edict Lions Club, Laporte Book Club, Northwoods Writers and Laporte Comets 4-H Club. Laporte is located on Garfield Lake on CSAH 4 northeast of Park Rapids. on State Hwy. 200. Guthrie A community center in Guthrie is located on the old school Nary Naryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pride and joy is its community center, an old school grounds. This center serves as a gathering place for commucomplete with the original stage. The Helga Town Board rennity groups. Guthrie is located on CSAH 16 on the boundary ovated the building for residents to use, but the center has its between Guthrie and Hart Lake townships. own board in charge of scheduling and raising money to maintain the facility. It has kitchen facilities and houses a library. Hubbard The community of Hubbard is mostly residential, except for a Nary is located in northeastern Hubbard County on CSAH 9.

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Charlene Christenson District 2 218-616-2181 cchristenson@ co.hubbard.mn.us

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Hubbard County Board Hubbard County is governed by the County Board of Commissioners, elected by district. The board meets twice a month, at 9 a.m. on the first and third Tuesdays, in the boardroom on the third floor of the Hubbard County Government Center in Park Rapids.â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;The county has a website at www.co.hubbard. mn.us that contains information on all departments, county ordinances, employment opportunities, lake maps, parcel maps and more. All employees listed below may be reached by email. Their addresses are the first letter of their first names and full last names followed by the county address, for example, enerness@ co.hubbard.mn.us.

Department Managers

Ag Inspector/Parks and Recreation Greg Hensel, 237-1456 Aquatic Invasive Species Nick Macklem, 732-3890 Assessor Ginger Buitenwerf, 732-3452 Attorney Jonathan Frieden, 732-4133 Auditor/Treasurer Kay Rave, 732-3196 Coordinator Eric Nerness, 732-2362 Court Administrator Camille Bessler, 732-3573

Crime Victim Services Jill Christenson, 732-4133 Emergency Management Brian Halbasch, 732-2588 Environmental Services Eric Buitenwerf, 732-3890 Extension Service Sally Shearer, 732-3391 Facilities Maintenance Bobby Wilkins, 732-2520 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Sam Lively, 732-2326 Heritage Living Center Kurt Hansen, 732-3329 Human Resources Gina Teems, 732-2324 Land Survey Ryan Miller, 732-3302 Natural Resources Mark Lohmeier, 732-4270 License Center Kay Rave, 732-3426 Passport Services Ginger Buitenwerf, 732-3452 Public Works/Highway Department Coordinator Jed Nordin, 732-3302 Probation Officer Joe Peterson, 732-2355

Recorder Nicole Lueth, 732-3552 Sheriff Cory Aukes, 732-3331 Social Services Brian Ophus, 732-1451

Solid Waste Officer Josh Holte, 732-3302 Veterans Services Officer Jerrold Bjerke, 732-3561 The Veterans Service Office is located at the Extension Office at the fairgrounds in Park Rapids, 201 Fair Ave. 001690844r1

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Community Park Rapids City Council

Ryan Leckner rjleckner@live.com

Erika Randall erikachrandall@ hotmail.com

Liz Stone lzstone301@ gmail.com

The city of Park Rapids, population 3,976, is the county seat for Hubbard County. Services provided by the city include law enforcement, fire protection, sewer and water utilities, maintenance of streets and parks, and the public library, which is a member of the Kitchigami Regional Library System. The city has a zoning ordinance; building permits are required and are available at city hall. For businesses wishing to expand or locate in the Park Rapids area, assistance is provided through the Heartland Lakes Development Commission. The city also operates a municipal airport and liquor store. City hall is located at 212 2nd St. W. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call 732-3163. The city’s website is ci.park-rapids.mn.us. The Park Rapids Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at City Hall. Ryan Leckner is mayor, and council members are Erika Randall, Liz Stone, Tom Conway and Bob Wills.

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Department Managers

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City Administrator Ryan Mathisrud, 732-2748, rmathisrud@arvig.net City Clerk Margie Vik, 732-2745, mvik@unitelc.com City Treasurer Angela Brumbaugh, 237-2744, abrumbaugh@arvig.net City Planner Andrew Mack, AICP, 732-2746, a.mack@arvig.net Public Works Scott Burlingame, 237-2713, pworks@unitelc.com Facilities Maintenance Chris Fieldsend, 237-2720, cfieldsend@arvig.net Police Chief Jeff Appel, 237-2711, jappel@co.hubbard.mn.us Fire Chief Terry Long, 252-2013, terryl@unitelc.com Liquor Store Manager Scott Olson, 237-2750, prspirits@unitelc.com

Welcome BY MAYOR RYAN LECKNER

Welcome to Park Rapids – a city whose true heart is the heart of its people. Our friendly community of 3,000-plus is nestled among the beautiful Fish Hook River and multiple area lakes. Park Rapids is renowned for its unique downtown area, which features center parking on Main Street surrounded by many quaint stores, trendy restaurants and the historic Park Theater. The downtown area provides a charming venue for community events like 2nd Street Stage, which showcases music and talent all summer long. From great schools to parks and playgrounds, from farmers’ markets to the arts, from health clinics to public safety, Park Rapids has you and your family covered. We are located 20 miles south of Itasca State Park, which highlights the headwaters of the Mississippi River. Come ride and walk on our many miles of maintained bike and snowmobile trails. Celebrate the Fourth of July with our wonderful fireworks show and famous Professional Bull Riders bull ride. We enjoy four distinct seasons packed with events and activities that provide entertainment all year long. Being born and raised here, I am proud to call Park Rapids home and warmly welcome you to visit our city and enjoy all that our family-friendly destination has to offer. Hope to see you in Park Rapids soon!

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The lakeside village of Nevis is located on the east end of Belle Taine. The Nevis City Council meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Nevis Administration Building. The Nevis Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department and Public Works Department are located in the Nevis Fire Hall Building at 204 Main Street East. Jarod Senger serves as mayor. Assistant mayor is Rich Johnson. Council members are Teresa Leshovsky, Jeanne Thompson and Sue Gray. A public beach and dock with handicapped access along with a boat ramp are located at the public access to Lake Belle Taine north of Hwy. 34. Children will enjoy the recently completed playground at Halvorson Park with access from Park Street. A new playground is also being installed at Muskie Park on Hwy. 2 this spring.

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Department Managers

City Administrator Dawn Veit, 652-3866, neviscty@eot.com Deputy Clerk/Planning and Zoning .Dawn Rouse, 652-3866, nevisdeputyclerk@ arvig.net Public Works Supervisor Don Umthun, 652-3867, donumthun@ hotmail.com Liquor Store Manager Kiley Weaver, 652-3135 Fire Chief Chris Norton, 652-2323, nevisfire@arvig.net Police Deputy Josh Oswald, 652-3866 (non-emergency)

Welcome to Nevis, home of the tiger muskie! Every July our community celebrates Muskie Days with family fun and a wide variety of music. The swimming beach on beautiful Lake Belle Taine is popular all summer, along with biking on the Heartland Trail that goes right through downtown. Stop at the new pollinator garden located near the visitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s center, just off the trail. Children will enjoy a visit to try out the new playground equipment at Muskie Park or Halverson Park just up the hill from the beach. In the fall, come back to check out the beautiful colors along Paul Bunyan Drive north of town. In the winter, there are hundreds of miles of groomed snowmobile trails to explore. Whatever the season, Nevis offers something fun for everyone!

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Akeley City Council

Brian Hitchcock

Dan Riggs

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The Akeley City Council meets the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Akeley City Hall on 25 Broadway Street. The mayor is Brian Hitchcock. Council members are Bobbie Wosika, Billy Krotzer, Dan Riggs and interim Nathan George, who is filling Margaret Bond-Vorel’s position in her absence. The city owns and operates an on-and offsale municipal liquor store, known by locals as “the muni.” It is located on State Hwy. 34, just a block from the Paul Bunyan Statue. For information about city government, call city hall at 652-2465 or go to their new website at akeleycity.com.

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Akeley city campground The city-owned campground is one of Akeley’s hidden gems. Located dockside on 11th Crow Wing Lake, reservations are usually made well in advance of the busy summer. For more information on rates and availability, call the park manager at 218-2524570 or go to www.akeleycitycampground. com. There is also a public beach, playground and access near the campground.

Department Managers

City Clerk Kristi Kath, akeleych@arvig.net Akeley Police Chief Jimmy Hansen, 652-4440 or jimmyz802@yahoo.com Public Works Supervisor Kelly VandenEykel, 252-2639, akeleymn1@arvig.net Liquor Store Manager Lacey Hitchcock, 652-4084, akeleyliquorstore@arvig.net

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Community A guide to township government Questions about township government can usually be answered by town clerks: Clay Township: Margie Vik, mvik@unitelc.com Clover Township: Tara Harsha, 255-3615,

clovertownship@live.com Crow Wing Township: Brian Ford, 252-8323, cwltclerk@outlook.com Farden Township: Laurel Schummer, 368-5654, schumme@paulbunyan.net

Fern Township: Kim Watkins, 854-7497, 209-6884, frnkenberries@hotmail.com Guthrie Township: Amanda Fallgren, 556-1790, guthriet@paulbunyan.net Hart Lake Township: Charlotte Rauch, 224-3217, char@paulbunyan.net Helga Township: Susan Adkins, 766-6272, clerk@helgatownship.com Hendrickson Township: Linda Beck, 224-3873, hendricksontownshipclerk@gmail.com Henrietta Township: Ann Lempola, 699-3617, henriettatown@unitelc.com Hubbard Township: Laura Kujawa, 732-8836, lkkujawa@hotmail.com Lake Alice Township: Lois Holleman, 308-0093, clerklakealicetownship@gmail.com Lake Emma Township: Nan Iles, 732-0516, lakeemmatwp@outlook.com Lake George Township: Joyce Harvey, 699-3338, charvey@paulbunyan.net Lake Hattie Township: Christopher Parthun, 854-7272, lakehatttietownship@gmail.com Lakeport Township: Terri White, 368-8446, whiteterri38@hotmail.com Mantrap Township: Carice Golberg-Cummins, 255-4052, mantrapclerk@gmail.com Nevis Township: Pat Hrubes, 652-3546, nevistownship@outlook.com Rockwood Township: Jean Diffley, 751-5672, tjdiff@paulbunyan.net Schoolcraft Township: Stephen Booth, 854-7262, steevbooth@hotmail.com Steamboat River Township: Tom Knight, 224-3195, pinhurst@paulbunyan.net Straight River Township: Kari Weston, 732-2662, straightrivertownshipclerk@gmail.com Thorpe Township: Amy Strandell, 255-4890, amy.strandell@outlook.com Todd Township: Pat Cadreau, 237-3772, cadreaubob@unitelc.com White Oak Township: Jeff Lindstrom, 652-3456, whiteoakclerk1@gmail.com

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Heartland Express The Heartland Express is Hubbard County’s public transit system. All ages can ride, all Hubbard County residents have access and it has become heavily relied upon to get people to their medical appointments, work, day care, preschool and just plain fun trips. The Heartland Express provides service to the city of Park Rapids as well as a two-mile radius outside the city. A 16-passenger, wheelchair accessible bus is used to transport. The hours of this service are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. One afternoon bus runs until 6:45 p.m. Monday through Friday. On Saturday, rides are available from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The dispatch center at 732-3500, option 1, is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. You may book a ride a week in advance or on the same day, based on availability. By using three wheelchair-accessible buses, Heartland Express is able to maintain the mobility of residents and give people another way to stay independent. By providing transportation services to young children, parents are free from having to leave work for rides to preschool or other community events. It is a great service for daycare providers as well. During the summer months, unlimited ride passes are available to children for recreation programs, field trips and just general transportation needs. In addition, there is a daily bus into Park Rapids from Laporte. It arrives at 8:30 a.m. and leaves again at 2:30 p.m. People in Laporte, Akeley, Nevis and Dorset all have access to the bus. Rides from Park Rapids through the northern end of the county into Bemidji are provided twice per month as well. Fares

are $1.50 each way on the city bus and $6 roundtrip for the Laporte/Park Rapids run and the Bemidji runs. If you have other transportation needs or more questions on how to access public transportation services, call 732-9328. Private providers  People’s Express at 800-450-0123 offers non-emergency medical transportation from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays, and by appointment on weekends.  Medi-van, offering non-emergency medical transportation 24 hours a day, seven days a week, may be reached at 800-4220976. The Minnesota Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) License Center is located at 322 Main Ave. S. in Park Rapids. The center provides services including registration and yearly renewals for vehicles. Park Rapids Airport The Park Rapids Municipal Airport is located on the southwest edge of the city along Highway 71 south. The facility includes two paved runways, a 5,500-foot runway plus a second 3,500foot landing strip. The airport is staffed daily and features 24-hour automated 100 LL and full-service Jet A fuel. Tie-downs and short- or long-term hangar storage are available. The airport’s full-service maintenance shop offers annual, 100-hour and pre-buy inspections, engine overhauls, prop balancing, parts sales, aircraft painting, oil changes, free estimates, aircraft brokerage and sales.

Veterans Services Office helps veterans and their families The Hubbard County Veterans Services Office offers assistance and support to eligible veterans, their dependents and survivors in obtaining benefits through the state and federal departments of Veterans Affairs, and provides benefit counseling, claims service, and referrals for a variety of other programs. Veterans Service Officers Jerrold Bjerke and Darius Simon provide assistance on compensation and pension benefits,

healthcare, education, insurance, home loan, military records and awards, and death benefits. The office is located at 201 Fair Ave. in Park Rapids, and the phone number is 732-3561. Bjerke also provides outreach in Laporte every third Thursday of the month at the Lakeport Town Hall from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Community Services for older adults Senior nutrition One important program for county seniors is the Lutheran Social Service (LSS) Nutrition Program. Persons 60 years of age or older and their spouses are eligible for noon group meals served at congregate meal sites. Diners are asked to call the site the day before they plan to participate. (A call to Diner’s Club sites isn’t necessary.) The suggested donations is $5 to $8.40 per meal. No one will be turned away because of an inability to pay. Home-delivered meals are available for those who are homebound and unable to prepare their own meals. Dining sites are as follows: ► Akeley Diner’s Club: Zappy’s Cafe. On-site or home delivery. Call 652-2233. Meal tickets are distributed at First National Bank of Walker in Akeley. ► Lake George Diner’s Club: Meal tickets are distributed at Lake George Cafe, 218-699-3080. ► Nevis Senior Citizens Center: On-site or home delivery. Call 652-2022. ► Nevis Diner’s Club: Northwoods Café. On-site or home delivery. Call 652-3608. Meal tickets are distributed at Northwoods Bank in Nevis. ► Park Rapids Diner’s Club: Great Northern Café. On-site only. Call 732-9529. Meal tickets are distributed at Seip Drug, 237-5848, and Northwoods Bank, 218-732-7221 ► Park Rapids Woodland Court Apartments: Offers on-site and home delivery in the Park Rapids area. Call 237-2798. This service is made possible, in part, under the Federal Older Americans Act through an award from the Land of the Dancing Sky Agency on Aging Inc. under an area plan approved by the Minnesota Board on Aging. Contact 1-800-488-4146 for more information.

Living at Home of the Park Rapids Area Living at Home’s (LAH) mission is to mobilize volunteers and other community resources to help seniors stay in the home of their choice as long as it is safe to do so. Home can mean many different things – a house, an apartment, or even an assisted living facility. LAH provides services to persons 65-plus in the communities of Park Rapids, Nevis, Akeley, Osage and the surrounding areas. Caregiver support services are available for anyone who is caring for someone aged 60 or older. LAH staff can arrange transportation services to a local medical appointment, the grocery store, or on another errand. They also have volunteer drivers willing to go to Fargo, Bemidji and Detroit Lakes for medical appointments. LAH also offers temporary light housekeeping, minor handyman services, respite care, friendly visiting and caregiver support. LAH is always looking for additional volunteers. In the last fiscal year, 60 volunteers provided 2,600 hours of their time and drove almost 22,000 miles in service to 250 clients in its service area. Living at Home offices are located at 120 Main Ave. N. in Park Rapids. For more information, call 732-3137, write to P.O. Box 465, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, or go to www.parkrapidslivingathome.org. Senior Linkage Line The Senior Linkage Line is a free telephone service that makes it easy for older adults and their caregivers to find community services. Call 800-333-2433 or visit www.seniorlinkageline.com to connect with services, such as health insurance counseling, senior assisted living, legal assistance and more.

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Local ag agencies assist with planning, management Three agencies in Park Rapids provide services to the county’s rural areas. The offices are co-located at 603 N. Central Ave., Park Rapids.

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Soil & Water Conservation District The Hubbard County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is a non-profit, local unit of government that has five elected supervisors. It utilizes staff and funds to inventory, maintain and protect the natural resource base and to implement projects. The SWCD is charged with encouraging local landowners to conserve the soil and water resources by implementing conservation practices that reduce or prevent erosion, sedimentation, siltation and agriculturally-related pollution in order to preserve our natural resources, ensure continued soil productivity, control floods, preserve wildlife, protect the tax base and protect public lands and waters. SWCD programs address erosion control practices, lakeshore and riverbank stabilization practices, watershed protection projects, stormwater runoff practices, lake water quality and groundwater level monitoring, abandoned well sealing, tree sales, precipitation monitoring, private well nitrate testing, forest stewardship assistance, conservation easements and assistance to irrigators in water management. The SWCD also administers the Wetland Conservation Act for the county. Hubbard SWCD is a partner in the Leech Lake River Comprehensive Water Management Plan, also known as One Watershed One Plan (1W1P), and the Mississippi River

Natural Resources Conservation Service Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) staff works with private landowners to help them protect their natural resources. The agency emphasizes voluntary, science-based assistance, partnerships and cooperative problem solving at the community level. Some types of technical assistance and planning services provided include: erosion control practices on agricultural and nonagricultural land; windbreak planning; a wide array of agronomic practices for cropland; wildlife habitat management planning; and pollution abatement practices, such as animal waste facilities and manure management. For information, call 732-9723 or visit www.mn.nrcs.usda.gov. Farm Service Agency Stabilizing farm income, helping farmers conserve land and water resources, providing credit to new or disadvantaged farmers and helping farm operations recover from the effects of disaster are the missions of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA). Although the public may obtain general information from the headquarters and state offices, county offices administer all FSA programs. For more information, call 732-9723 or visit www.fsa.usda.gov.

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Numerous local organizations protect natural resources County shoreland and septic ordinances Hubbard County has a Shoreland Management Ordinance which has jurisdiction over lands located within 1,000 feet of a classified lake and 500 feet of a classified river or stream. A land use permit is necessary for all structures and all legal additions to existing structures. A shoreland alteration permit is required for rock riprap and most grading, excavating, or filling projects in shoreland areas. A current compliance inspection for septic treatment systems must be on file prior to issuance of any sewered structure land use permits or to apply for conditional use permits, variances, or property subdivisions. Hubbard County has a Subsurface Sewage Treatment System Ordinance, which requires septic permits for all new installations, alterations, extensions and certain repairs of existing septic systems. A site evaluation and septic system design from a licensed septic system designer must be submitted for approval prior to the issuance of a septic permit. The ordinance covers the design, location, installation, use and maintenance of subsurface sewage treatment systems. Privies (outhouses) are allowed, provided they are maintained in a clean condition and do not constitute a public nuisance. Privies require a site evaluation design and a septic permit. The second floor of the Hubbard County Government Center is the best place to go for information about the Shoreland Management Ordinance, land use permits, well testing, septic systems and E911 addressing. Permit application forms and regulations are available online at www.co.hubbard.mn.us or by calling the Environmental Services Department at 732-3890. Hubbard County Extension Service The Hubbard County University of Minnesota Extension office is located at 201 Fair Avenue, Park Rapids. They provide educational programs on sustainable farming, water quality, nutrition and address horticulture questions. They offer the youth of our community learning opportunities via 4-H clubs, special-interest groups, after-school programs, civic engagement, community service, camping and school enrichment. For more information, call 732-3391, visit http://www3.extension.umn.edu/local/hubbard or www.extension.umn.edu or email sshearer@umn.edu. Soil and Water Conservation District The Hubbard County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is a non-profit, local unit of government that has a board of five elected supervisors and is primarily funded by state, local and federal grants. It utilizes staff and funds to inventory, maintain and protect Hubbard County’s soil and water resources. SWCD programs benefit the whole community by helping landowners access programs and complete projects to implement shoreline, forest and agriculture-based management

practices that reduce or prevent erosion, sedimentation, siltation and pollution in order to protect our drinking water, preserve our natural resources, ensure continued soil productivity, control floods, preserve wildlife, protect the tax base and protect public lands and waters for the enjoyment of present and future generations. SWCD also administers the Wetland Conservation Act and is a partner in the Leech Lake River Comprehensive Water Management Plan, also known as One Watershed One Plan, and the Mississippi River Headwaters Comprehensive Water Management Plan. Call 732-0121 ext. 4, visit www.hubbardswcd.org or check out the SWCD on Facebook. Natural Resources Conservation Service The NRCS office provides technical support, including soil expertise, for local projects. Landowners are frequently referred to district conservationist Jody Peek for help in stabilizing disturbed soils due to building activity or septic system work in critical areas. Peek can recommend proper methods as well as seed mixtures. For information, call 732-9723 or visit www. mn.nrcs.usda.gov.

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources DNR Fisheries: Doug Kingsley is a knowledgeable contact at the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Fisheries office which is located in Park Rapids on the east side of the river, just below the Fish Hook dam. Information on lake and stream surveys, shoreline alterations, aquatic plants, exotic species, boating regulations, fish consumption advisories, etc. can be found here. Lake users should report the presence and location of any exotic specimens they find to this office. Anglers who fish in Hubbard, Wadena and eastern Becker counties benefit from the management, habitat and oversight work of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ Park Rapids area fisheries staff. Area Fisheries Supervisor Doug Kingsley and a staff of four full-time and three part-time or seasonal employees manage about 108 fishing lakes and 220 miles of rivers and streams. These waters include popular fishing destinations such as the Fish Hook and Mantrap chains of lakes, the Crow Wing River and its chain of lakes and the Straight River, a premier brown trout stream. The Park Rapids Fisheries office is located at 301 South Grove Avenue. Call 218-732-4153 or email parkrapids.fisheries@ state.mn.us. Nicole Kovar is the Northwest Region Aquatic Invasive Species Specialist. She can be reached at 732-8960, Ext. 222 or nicole. kovar@state.mn.us. DNR Wildlife: The Park Rapids Area Wildlife Office is located at 603 1st St. West, next to the Area Forestry Office. The staff conducts a variety of surveys on both plant and animal

species. Information on hunting seasons, wildlife, their habitat requirements and technical assistance is available upon request. Call 732-8452. Hunters, trappers and wildlife watchers in Wadena, Cass, Becker, Clearwater and Hubbard counties benefit from the management, habitat and oversight work of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ Park Rapids Area wildlife staff. Area Wildlife Supervisor Erik Thorson, one full-time area assistant manager, a seasonal laborer and a part-time Office and Administrative Specialist manage 21 Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) totaling 11,331 acres, which include the popular Crow Wing Chain, Yaeger Lake and Mule Lake WMAs. The staff also helps coordinate wildlife work on 11 state forests. DNR Forestry: The Park Rapids Area Forestry Office is located at 607 1st St. West. Staff will help with questions about land management. These concerns may be tree planting, timber sales, timber stand improvement, woodland stewardship plans, state land recreation, leases and easements and any questions you may have on open burning and permits. Stop in the office or call 732-3309. DNR Ecological Services are located at 110 7th St. West, Suite 301, Park Rapids. Hydrologist Darrin Hoverson may be reached at 732-8960, Ext. 225 or darrin.hov@state.mn.us. Turn in Poachers: To report a violation, call 800-652-9093 24 hours a day, or key #TIP on your cell phone. If you wish to remain completely anonymous, you must contact TIP by phone.

Callers may receive an reward of up to $1,000 for reporting a violation that leads to an arrest. The reward amount is determined by the seriousness of the crime reported. Boat and Water Safety Patrol Hubbard County Sheriff’s deputies inspect boats of area resorts for current registration and safety violations, patrols area lakes during the summer months, issues swim raft permits for special events held on area lakes and heads up all search and rescue operations on the lakes, such as drowning. Call 732-3331. Hubbard County Coalition of Lake Associations The Hubbard County Coalition of Lake Associations (COLA), formed in 1988, represents 30 area lake associations with over 2,500 members on 42 lakes. You love these lakes! When moving your boat, gear or equipment between water bodies clean mud, vegetation and marine animals, drain water and dry. Boat and gear decontamination is free in Park Rapids. Call ahead to 218-252-6738. Remember to dispose of unwanted bait in trash. Live our vision, too, as a “leader in protecting Hubbard County lakes and rivers.” Visit www.HubbardColaMN. org to learn more.

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Community Help Hubbard County reduce, reuse, recycle, repair Different types of waste require different methods of disposal or recycling. In Hubbard County, most waste can be dropped off at either of the transfer stations. The south transfer station is located at 812 Henrietta Ave. S. in Park Rapids (east on Hwy. 34, then south approximately one-half mile on County 6). Hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays. Call 732-1468 with questions. The north transfer station is located at 41304 Hwy. 71, one mile north of the junction of Highways 71 and 200 (Kabekona Corner). Hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Call 224-2100. Both of the transfer stations are closed on holidays. Hubbard County residents can drop off the following materials at either transfer station for no charge: fluorescent light bulbs, used oil and oil filters, furniture, white goods (stoves, refrigerators, etc.), brush/diseased tree waste and passenger vehicle tires (limits may apply). In addition to accepting trash and recycling at no cost, the transfer stations will also accept lawn clippings, leaves, garden debris and vegetable waste and peelings for composting. The

resulting compost is free for residents to use on their lawns and gardens or is used in projects by the county. Out of County users must pay prior to dumping or may purchase a yearly permit for disposing of household trash. Rechargeable (Ni-Cad and Lithium Ion) and button (watches, hearing aids, cameras) batteries may be dropped off at either transfer station for recycling. Lead acid batteries should be turned in where new batteries are purchased or may be dropped off at either transfer station. General household alkaline batteries (AA, AAA, C, D) may be disposed of in the trash. Electronics, such as computer monitors, televisions and telephones (any items with a display) must be recycled by law. Electronics must be taken to either transfer station to be recycled and are not accepted at the recycling sheds. Household hazardous waste is accepted all year at the south transfer station and from April 15 through Sept. 15 at the north transfer station. Be sure to dispose of your household hazardous waste properly by taking it to one of the transfer stations. Household chemicals, paints, lawn and garden chemicals, and evensome personal care products, can be hazardous.

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Questions concerning proper disposal of household hazardous waste and others may be directed to Janelle Pedersen at 7321468. Hubbard County accepts the following for recycling: cardboard, newspaper, magazines, phonebooks, junk mail, office paper, cans (aluminum, steel and tin), glass containers, #1 plastic and #2 plastic. These materials can be dropped off at either transfer station or at any of the 15 recycling sheds across the county. There are recycling sheds in the following locations: Grace Lake Bar & Grill in Farden Township, Backwoods Bar & Grill in Rockwood Township, Becida Bar & Grill, Lake George Town Hall, Laporte 3rd Base, the hardware store in Benedict, Arago Town Hall, behind the liquor store in Akeley, Hubbard County Public Works lot in Nevis, White Oak Town Hall in Chamberlain, Hubbard Community Center; as well as Hugo’s, Cwikla Ace Hardware, Coborn’s (back parking lot) and Walmart in Park Rapids. The recycling sheds are open at all times. The recycling sheds and roll-off containers are only there for convenient drop off of recyclables, and only recyclables listed above are accepted. No other materials or trash are accepted and violators will be prosecuted. All waste must be taken to one of the transfer stations. For information on recyclables, or for businesses looking for collection, call 732-1468. Hubbard County also accepts organics (food waste) from residents who register for the program and you can drop off organics in the designated organics collection site at the south transfer station. Accepted items include food waste (fruit, vegetables, bones, dairy, eggs, meat, etc.), food soiled paper (napkins, paper

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CHI St. Joseph’s Health of Park Rapids is an award-winning, 25-bed critical access hospital located in the heart of lake country. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, CHI St. Joseph’s Health offers a full range of services including 24/7 Emergency Department and Level IV Trauma Center, orthopedics, hospitalist program, testing, surgery, rehabilitation, and more so that you can experience better health. The health care facility combines state-of-the-art technology with personalized care to create a welcoming, healing environment. Its purpose goes beyond helping people overcome illness or injury. CHI St. Joseph’s Health works to build healthier communities for residents, friends and neighbors. CHI St. Joseph’s Health partners with local agencies and organizations to strengthen healthcare programs offered in the community, providing more people access to care. CHI St. Joseph’s Health specialty and outreach includes the following: Orthopedics is offered on a full-time basis for inpatient, outpatient and trauma-related care, enabling area patients to receive these specialized services right in Park Rapids. Services include sports medicine, hip, knee, and shoulder replacements; carpal tunnel and trigger finger releases; fracture surgeries of the upper and lower extremities; knee and shoulder arthroscopies, fracture care and more. No referral needed. To schedule an appointment, call 616-3700. Community Dental Clinic provides dental care for patients on state-provided insurance plans, such as MinnesotaCare, Medical Assistance and Veterans Administration coverage with prior approval. Certain Hubbard County income-eligible residents may qualify for reduced-rate dental care. For appointments or to see if you qualify, call 732-4436. Community Health believes that preventing disease, protecting your health and promoting wellness is vital in creating healthy communities. Services focus on improved wellness for children and adults of all ages. Services include Women, Infants and Children (WIC), family home visiting, child and teen checkups, foot care, diabetes prevention classes, adult immunizations and health screenings, fall prevention classes, violence prevention

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Community Other medical facilities and services Family Safety Network of Cass, Clearwater and Hubbard counties Family Safety Network, formerly known as Headwaters Intervention Center (HIC), has been serving the community and the needs of victims and families of domestic abuse and violence since 1978. Most recently HIC and Family Crisis Center in Bagley merged with Family Safety Network. The tri-county program provides personal and legal advocacy, community education events for domestic violence awareness/prevention and free law clinics. Other services include a 24-hour crisis line, violence and crisis intervention and safety planning. Family Safety Network can be reached 24 hours a day at 732-7413. Our new office in Park Rapids is located at 109 Grove Ave. S., Unit 1 and is staffed Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Support Within Reach Support Within Reach is a private, non-profit, community service organization serving residents and those impacted by incidents of sexual violence in Aitkin, Beltrami, Cass, Clearwater, Hubbard and Itasca counties. They have six offices serving north-central Minnesota. An advocate can be reached for emergencies outside of office hours, 24 hours per day, by calling the Park Rapids office number (237-0300 or toll free at 1-800-708-2727). Clients will be linked to an answering service who will take your first name and number. A sexual assault advocate will call back at the number you provide. The Park Rapids office is located 323 Main Ave S. To reach the Bemidji office, call 218-444-9524 or 1-800-708-2727. The Walker office is 218-547-4892 or 1-800-708-2727. A Better Connection A Better Connection (ABC) is a Licensed Rule 29 (Community Mental Health Center/Clinic), Rule 245G (Chemical Health) and CTSS Certified (Children’s Therapeutic Services and Supports) facility. Clinicians work with mental health clients of all ages, as well as adolescents and adults with chemical health and co-occurring disorders. ABC is contracted with most public and private insurance companies. CTSS Clinicians provide outpatient services in the office, school, home and community. A variety of therapeutic techniques are offered for individuals, couples, groups or family psychotherapy, depending on need. The center offers a variety of services, including parenting groups, child play therapy, personal growth counseling and much more. It is located at 1009 Hollinger Street, Park Rapids. Call 252-6608 or go to www.abetterconnectioninc.com. GroupWorks Wellness GroupWorks provides comprehensive services in the area of mental health, substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders. Our staff includes clinical social workers, licensed

professional clinical counselors, licensed alcohol and drug counselors, licensed psychologists and advanced practice psychiatric nurses who prescribe medication. We offer individual, couples, family and group therapy services. Our current groups include ROAR (Rising Over Abuse and Rape), PSST (Parenting Support, Skills and Tools) and a communication skills group for teens. Specialties include peripheral and EEG biofeedback, experiential and ROPES therapy training, court-ordered sex offender assessment and therapy services, anger management assessment and treatment, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy by DBT-certified therapists. Our co-occurring clinician can provide an expansive list of services related to substance use. With the broad range of services we provide under one roof, GroupWorks can help you make the changes necessary to live your best life. GroupWorks is located at 1003 Hollinger St, Park Rapids. Call 366-2636 or visit www.groupworkswellness.com for more information. Lake Country Associates, Inc. Experienced therapists at Lake Country Associates can help you and your family improve communication and move forward in a positive direction. LCA provides a broad array of services to persons of all ages from early childhood to mature adulthood. Staff work with people on life adjustments – from grief and loss to severe mental illness. Services include diagnostic assessments, substance use disorder assessments and treatment, parenting support, Christian counseling, individual and family therapy, conflict resolution, children’s play therapy, art therapy, couples counseling, adult mental health, medication education, peer support services, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and more. Lake Country Associates is located at 515 Bridge St. in Park Rapids. Call 366-9229 or visit lakecountryassociates.com. Stellher Human Services Stellher Human Services offers a variety of mental health services to the communities it serves in north-central and northwest Minnesota, including services for infants, children, teens, adults and families. Specific programs include children and adult crisis, in-home services and school-based skills counseling and psychotherapy, as well as school-home interventionist services. In addition, Stellher provides outpatient services and early childhood mental health services. The mental health crisis line is 800-422-0045. Stellher’s main office is in Bemidji, with additional offices in Detroit Lakes and Wadena. Call 218-444-2845 or visit stellher.com.

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Education

Park Rapids Schools prepare students for the future

Park Rapids Area Schools enrolls approximately 1,650 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The district has a history of vision, excellence and success that is summed up in their vision: “Preparing today’s learners for tomorrow’s challenges.” Doors to student success begin with a comprehensive voluntary pre-kindergarten program and an all-day, everyday kindergarten, and continue through high school. The Park Rapids Area School District employs about 250 professionals, including a faculty of 124 teachers. Approximately 56 percent of the teaching staff has a master’s degree or its equivalent. Century School, located west of the high school, is made up of nine “schools” within the facility. Each grade, K-8, has its own “pod” and special identity. This system enables the district to offer specialized education for each of its grade levels according to the unique needs of the various age groups A comprehensive curriculum, preK-12, provides a multitude of offerings for students and technology integration is transforming student learning. The district offers one of the finest early childhood programs in the state. Early Childhood Family Education, School Readiness, Head Start, Early Childhood Special Education, Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten programs and other family services are located at the Frank White

Education Center. At Park Rapids Area High School, students can earn an equivalent of a full year of college credits while staying in school. The Park Rapids College in the Schools program saves families of the Park Rapids Area community several thousand dollars toward furthering our students’ education. Additionally, students can choose from a full range of elective opportunities. Elective choices in fine arts, building trades, and other vocational areas make the student experience one that will build their skills for the future. The district’s website can be found at www.parkrapids. k12.mn.us. Park Rapids Community Education Lifelong learning is available to people of all ages at reasonable costs. A Community Education Advisory Council meets monthly to advise staff on programs, budget and collaborative efforts. Anyone interested in serving may call 237-6600 for an application form. A brochure is published three times a year and mailed to residents in the Park Rapids School District. Copies also are available at the public library. For a brochure or other information, contact the Community Education office at 237-6600. Convenient access to an online program is available at www.parkrapidscomed.com.

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

Lance Bagstad Superintendent lbagstad@parkrapids. k12.mn.us

Jeff Johnson High School Principal jjohnson@parkrapids. k12.mn.us

Joleen De La Hunt Century Elemementary School Principal jdelahunt@parkrapids.k12.mn.us

Early childhood education Play and Learn School (PALS) programs at the Frank White Education Center provide a warm and stimulating environment where children and parents can grow together. This collaboration of programming includes Mahube Head Start and others. Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes and special events are available for children ages 0 to 5 years and their parents/guardians. Experiences are aimed to help strengthen families and young children by providing information, support and encouragement while having fun. Weekly classes, onetime special events, speakers and more are among choices offered. The School Readiness program, for children ages 3.5 to 5 and not in kindergarten, is tuition- based. All children are eligible as classroom space allows. The goal is to ensure that

Shawn Andress Century Middle School Principal sandress@parkrapids. k12.mn.us

Jeremy Nordick Activities Director, jnordick@parkrapids. k12.mn.us

children and their families are educationally, physically and emotionally ready for kindergarten. Adult Basic Education Offers adults the opportunity to get their GED, learn English as a second language, improve job skills and others, such as reading, math and computers. One-on-one tutoring is provided. Alternative Learning Center The Alternative Learning Center (ALC) offers students a non-traditional path to graduation. Students who qualify are offered a rigorous program of study that is flexible, challenging and rewarding. Students work at their own pace to complete the required coursework for a high school diploma. For more information, contact Lisa Coborn, ALC coordinator, at 237-6629.

Park Rapids School Board

Sherry Safratowich 732-8026

ssafratowich @parkrapids.k12.mn.us

Gary Gauldin 732-3706

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Stephanie Carlson 573-3874

Clayton Hoyt 237-7170

claytonhoyt@ parkrapids.k12.mn.us

scarlson@ parkrapids.k12.mn.us

Dennis Dodge 573-3238

ddodge@ parkrapids.k12.mn.us

Jay Pike 237-1493

jaypike@ parkrapids.k12.mn.us

The Park Rapids Area School Board generally meets at 6 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month at the Frank White Education Center community room. The public is welcome to attend. For a schedule of meetings, contact district secretary Kim Splett at 237-6500. Current agendas are posted at www.parkrapids.k12.mn.us/domain/577. RESIDENTS GUIDE | PAGE 45

Education Nevis School takes pride in quality education The Nevis Public School District is committed to providing all of its students an opportunity to excel in its academic offerings and wide variety of extracurricular and fine art activities. Academic excellence begins with small class sizes, where grades K-3 are capped at 21 students per section, while grades 4-6 are capped at 23 students per section. Grades 7-12 are limited to 50 students per grade level. This very favorable student-teacher ratio leads to high MCA and ACT scores. Small class sizes, modern technology and an experienced staff all contribute to providing an academic setting where all students have the opportunity to grow and achieve success. Academic opportunities are also evident with a large number of college-level courses taught in the school by an adjunct professor or online. College credit courses are part of the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College in the High School program, with courses like Composition I, Introduction to Literature, Studio Arts, College Algebra, Survey of Calculus, World History and U.S. History and Chemistry being offered. Online courses being taken by students this year include abnormal psychology, composition II, economics, general psychology, lifeSpan psychology, nutrition, public speaking, world geography, introduction to computers, biology, ethics and criminal justice. The school is proud to partner with Alexandria Technical and Community College to offer students an opportunity to earn an AA degree. Nevis School offers an extensive list of extracurricular programs, providing activities that involve about 80 percent of our students in grades 7-12.

In addition to a number of athletic teams, students have the opportunity to participate in several academic or leadership activities, such as Academic Decathalon, FCCLA, Knowledge Bowl, FIRST Robotics, Math League, National Honor Society, Science Fair, and Student Council. Special Olympics also provide a wide variety of activities, including swimming, basketball, bowling and track. Recent extracurricular highlights include the Robotics Team placing first in the Lake Superior Regional and qualifying for the World Championships in Detroit, Michigan and State competition in 2019. The football team played in the State 9-Man Championship at U.S. Bank Stadium in 2017. In the area of fine arts, students have opportunities in Art Club, yearbook, drama, one act play, band, choir, pep band and jazz band. Nevis Public School prides itself on being a small school that maximizes opportunities for its students. For additional information, call the school at 218-652-3500. The district website is www.nevis.k12.mn.us. School Administration

Superintendent:

Gregg Parks, gparks@nevis308.org Principal:

Brian Michaelson, bmichaelson@nevis308.org 7-12 Dean of Students/Activities Director:

Bryan Wormley, bwormley@nevis308.org

K-6 Dean of Students:

Shawn Klimek, sklimek@nevis308.org

Community Education Coordinator:

Katie Rittgers, krittgers@nevis308.org

Nevis School Board

Larry Smith

lsmith@nevis308.org

Justin Isaacson jisaacson@ Nevis308.org

Gary Stennes

Andy Lindow

gstennes@ Nevis308.org

alindow@Nevis308.org

Ed Becker

ebecker@Nevis308.org

Maggie Stacey

mstacey@Nevis308.org

Nevis School Board meetings are held the fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the school media center.

Laporte School recognized for its ag in the classroom Laporte’s “school on the hill” offers a wide range of educational activities for students in preschool through grade 12. In addition to the traditional courses, the school offers vocational instruction, including manufacturing, robotics and automotive classes. They are rebuilding what will be a robust music program with plenty of enthusiasm for band involvement. The school was recognized statewide for its wellness initiatives, healthy options for meals and snacks, and a renowned garden program which educates students about sustainability practices, responsibility, and whole body nutrition. Laporte continues to boast small class sizes allowing for more individualized attention and engagement. PBIS is now fully implemented and complements this inclusive environment focusing on positive behavior reinforcement and restorative approaches as students learn to navigate the world around them. Community education programs allow the continued involvement of all ages. The K-12 facility was built with community use in mind. The school welcomes many students from outside the district through open enrollment. The school’s number is

218-224-2288, visit www.laporte.k12.mn.us or follow us on Facebook. School administration Superintendent: Kim Goodwin Principal: Aaron Dombeck Dean of Students: Nicki Martinez Laporte School Board The Laporte School Board meets the second Monday of the month at 6 p.m. in the media center at the school, except for April 2020, when it meets on the second Tuesday of the month. John Seegmiller, john.seegmiller@laporte. k12.mn.us Joe Jorland, joe.jorland@laporte.k12.mn.us Susan Olson, susan.olson@laporte.k12. mn.us Lisa Price, lisa.price.@laporte.k12.mn.us Stephanie Zubke, stephanie.zubke@laporte. k12.mn.us Jessica Howg, jessica.howg@laporte.k12. mn.us Holly Wright, holly.wright@laporte.k12.mn.us

Christian school opens in Park Rapids Heartland Lakes Christian School is a Christ-centered school community serving Christian families with integrity in the Park Rapids area. According to their mission statement, they are built on a Biblical worldview and seek to provide students with a high standard of education while maintaining the joy of learning. They strive to instill Christ-like character in students in order to prepare them to be moral, intelligent, productive, and responsible citizens who will serve and witness to the world. The school is located at 295 Western Ave. S., Park Rapids. For more information, call ;(218) 270-7061, email kellycitrowske.hlcs@gmail. com or visit https://heartland-lakes-christian-school. webnode.com.

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Organizations

AA, Al-Anon, Nar-Anon aaminnesota.org and 564-5458 ACTION Park Rapids parkrapids.com/actionparkrapids ACEsMN acesmn.com All-Veterans Memorial Committee Jeff Siebert, 255-0489 American Cancer Society -Hubbard County 800-227-2345 or www.cancer.org American Legion, Otto Hendrickson Post 212 732-5238, american@unitelc.com or www.parkrapidsamericanlegion.com American Legion Auxiliary Pat Cadreau, 255-0826 Boy Scouts Park Rapids Troop 58, David Zinniel, 252-3631 Nevis Troop 56, Chris Davis, 255-0441 Caregivers Discussion Group Regina Theisen, 732-3137 or caregiver@parkrapidslivingathome.org Century School PTA 237-6340 or pta@parkrapids.k12.mn.us Chess Club Jim Nemzek, 732-4887 CHI St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health Volunteer Services Kristen Partlow, 218-616-3197, Anne-KristenPartlow@catholichealth.net Crazy Quilters Royce Weston, 237-6298. Cub Scouts Park Rapids Pack 58, Dustin Lof, 255-2915 Nevis Pack 56, Chris Norton, 366-1609

Disabled American Veterans Jeff Siebert, 255-0489 Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary Glyndle Siebert, 255-0489 Duplicate Bridge Club Sheila Tuhy, 520-404-4667 or edst2e@gmail.com Education Minnesota-Park Rapids 237-6309 Farmers Market Brett and Brenda Kent, 732-9165 Forest Riders Snowmobile Club Richard Ohm, 366-3124, flyingw gardens@live.com or Tim Eischens, 218-252-6025, time@paulbunyan.net Forest Riders ATV Club Tim Eischens, 218-252-6025, time@paulbunyan.net Friends of Itasca State Park www.friendsofitasca.org Friends of the Library Josi Ashmore, 237-6971 Girl Scouts 218-751-4886 or 800-955-6032 Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning Marty Leistikow, 699-3527 Headwaters Humane Society Animal Shelter Rochelle Hamp, 237-7100 Headwaters R/C Flying Club www.headwatersrcclub.org Headwaters Good Sam RV Chapter Carl Drury, 218-255-1459 or csdrury@arvig.net Heartland Arts Rod or Marie Nordberg, 237-8950, www.heartlandarts.org

Heartland Concert Association www.heartlandconcertassociation.org Heartland Homes Bill Simpson, 732-4572 Helenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen helenskitchenpr.org Heritage Community Friends of Heritage 732-3329 or www.heritageparkrapids.org Hubbard County Child Abuse Prevention Council Bob Kaumans, bkaumans@co.hub bard.mn.us or 732-2402 Hubbard County Coalition of Lake Associations Sharon Natzel, 763-355-7908, HCColaMN@gmail.com or www.hubbardcolamn.org Hubbard County DFL Carolyn Spangler, 252-9970, carolynspangler1@gmail.com or hubbardcountydfl@gmail.com Hubbard County 4-H 732-3391 or https://local.extension. umn.edu/local/hubbard/4-h Hubbard County Historical Society 732-5237 or www.hubbardcountyhistory.org Hubbard County Republicans Dave De La Hunt, 255-2864 or info@hubbardcountygop.net Hubbard County Master Gardeners Sally Shearer, 252-2555 or sshearer@umn.edu Hubbard in Prevention Coalition 255-3692 or www.hubbardinprevention.org Hunger No More Eric Bervig, 929-9692 or eric@chasingclarence.com

Organizations Itascatur Outdoor Activity Club itascatur.org Itasca Area Lakes Tourism Association www.itascaarea.com Jackpine Writers’ Bloc Sharon Harris, 732-3782 or www.jackpinewriters.com Kinship of Park Rapids Area 732-0058 or kinshipparkrapids@gmail.com Knights of Columbus Nevis-Laporte: Gary Roerick, 218-760-8266 Park Rapids: Alan Czeczok, 732-9408 Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity 218-828-8517 or www.lakesareahabitat.org Let’s Go Fishing - Headwaters Lakes Area Chapter 237-6600 or headwaters.lgfws.com Lions International Park Rapids – Dick Kimball, 255-0233 or Zelda Novak, 732-9295 or 252-7247 Laporte-Benedict – Sue Olson, 224-2399, suzabeth@msn.com or laportebenedictlionsclub@gmail.com Osage – Bob Mack, 255-0923 or Mark Larson, 255-2481 Living at Home of the Park Rapids Area 732-3137 or www.parkrapidslivingathome.org Loon Country Carvers Chuck Yliniemi, 732-9643 Mantrap Valley Conservation Club President Russ Olson, 320-200-8159 or mantrapvalleycc.org Marine Corps League, Star of the North Detachment Dave Free, 252-8193 Masonic Shell Lodge 184 Master Kent Cease, 820-9175 Minnesota Darkhouse & Angling Assn., Park Rapids Chapter Dean Hanisch, 732-8690 or www.mndarkhouse.org/park-rapids-chapter Minnesota Deer Hunters Assn., Park Rapids Chapter Russ Johnsrud, 732-8411 or www.mndeerhunters.com Nevis Trailblazers Club Karl Dierkhising, 218-252-2637 or nevistrailblazers.clubhosting.org North Country Trail Association Itasca Moraine Chapter - itm@north countrytrail.org or northcountrytrail.org/itm Laurentian Lakes Chapter - llc@north countrytrail.org or northcountrytrail.org/llc Northern Knights Car Club northernknightscarclubpr@gmail.com or northernknightscarclub.org Northern Light Opera Company Paul or Pat Dove, 732-7096, pd5@evansville.edu

Osage Sportsmans Club Allen Belt, 732-0978, 255-0503 or osagesportsmansclub.com Park Rapids Amateur Hockey Association 732-9179 or www.prhockey.com Park Rapids Area Antique Tractor & Engine Club Noel Allard, 732-5100 Park Rapids Area Community Band Paul Peterson, 732-4760 or www.pracb.com Park Rapids Area Home School Association prahsa@yahoo.com Park Rapids Area League of Women Voters Carolynne White, 732-9819, lwvparkrapids@lwvmn.org, www.lwvmn.org/local-leagues/park-rapids-area Park Rapids Area Library Foundation Ltd. Jerry Novak, 732-5388 Park Rapids Area Retired Military Group Commander David Buchholz at 218-616-0432 Park Rapids Classic Chorale Dave Keller, 732-9458 Park Rapids Downtown Business Association 237-7777, 866-237-7779 or www.parkrapidsdowntown.com Park Rapids Education & Activities Foundation Steph Carlson, 252-1597 or Lisa Koppelman, 320-293-1857 Park Rapids Figure Skating Club prfsc15@gmail.com or parkrapidsfsc.org Park Rapids Friendly Squares Karen Van De Venter, krgvande@ unitelc.com, 218-252-3853 Park Rapids Garden Club Karrie Kapsner, 732-9079, bkkapsner@gmail.com Park Rapids High School All-School Reunion Connie Carmichael, 252-0086, connieprhs@gmail.com, www.prhsrenunion.com Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 732-4111 or www.parkrapids.com Park Rapids Mah Jongg League Call Park Rapids Senior Center on Mondays, 732-8612 Park Rapids Ministerial Association Paul McKibben, 573-3143 or 841-9047 Park Rapids Mothers of Preschoolers Sue Parks, 732-4731 or Faithbridge Church, 732-1404 Park Rapids Senior Citizens Center 732-8612

Party Bridge at Park Rapids Senior Center Donna, 732-5013 or Ruthann, 732-7427 Paul Bunyan Archery Club Calub Shavlik, 218-209-6467 Paul Bunyan Forest Riders MC www.pbfriders.com PEO Sisterhood Chapter FJ – Jan Rumpza, 732-5666 or janlstark@hotmail.com Chapter FQ – Jackie Willms 237-5816 or 573-489-7449 Pregnancy Resource Center of the Park Rapids Area 732-5212 or www.prcparkrapids.org Quilts of Valor LuVerne Yocum, 732-9036 or qovf.org. Red Hat Society Itasca Ruby Violets Chapter – Pat Cadreau, 237-3772 Nevis Chapter – Joan Blumberg at 732-7747 Red Hat Ladies of Park Rapids – Linda Moberg, 732-2979 or linmob21@gmail.com Rotary Club of Park Rapids parkrapidsrotary.com Rubber Stamp Club Deb Frentress, 564-4792 Salvation Army, Hubbard Co. Service Unit Eric Haugland, 252-7151, 732-3910 or erichaugland@yahoo.com Support Within Reach 237-0300 or 1-800-708-2727, www.supportwithinreach.org Shell Prairie Agriculture Association Russell Smith, 252-0264 or www.hubbardcountyfair.com Sons of the American Legion Bob Cadreau, 237-3772 or cadreaubob@unitelc.com Tall Pine Toms Chapter, National Wild Turkey Federation Terry Bliss, 255-2525, blissbldg@gmail.com or talpinetoms@gmail.com Volunteer Heartland Lakes olunteerheartlandlakes@gmail.com or https://volunteerheartlandlakes.galaxydigital.com Wellspring for the World www.wellspringfortheworld.org or members Tony Platz at 732-8029, Steve Steinborn at 701-261-2241 or Mark Larsen at 701-261-2241. Whist and Hand & Foot groups Irene Gartner, 732-4307 White Birch Artists Jill Geisen-Clack, 218-252-6322, jrgeisenclack@gmail.com

Places to Worship

Park Rapids Assembly of God: 208 Western Ave. S.; Pastor Tim Wilson; 732-8818; www.pragmn.org. Calvary Lutheran Church (ELCA): 112 Park Ave. S.; Lead Pastor Steve Norby, Pastor Justin Fenger; 732-7284; www. calvaryparkrapids.com. Eastside Christian Church: 16623 State Hwy. 87; Campus Pastor Justin Domogalla, Associate Pastor Brandon Galligan; 732-4676; www.eastside.com. Faithbridge Church: 1505 Park Ave. S.; Pastor Jeff Lange; 732-1404; www.faithbridgepr.org. First Baptist Church: 909 8th St. West; Pastor Joshua Hawn; 732-3321; www.fbcpr.org. Frontline Church: 15936 192nd St., Park Rapids; Pastors Russell and Robin Smith, 237-3727; www.accessfrontline.com. Jehovah’s Witnesses: 19420 U.S. Hwy. 71 North, Park Rapids; 732-4290. Lakes Area Vineyard Church: 17765 Highway 34 Park Rapids; Campus Pastor John Arras, 237-8463; www.myvineyardchurch.com.

New Life Community Church: 600 Bridge St.; Pastors Fred and Beverly Brown; 732-7000, 732-5637; newlife@newlifeofpr.org. Park Rapids Church of Christ: 707 N. Main; Scott Warne, minister; 732-5105. Restoration Christian Church: Sunday evenings at Lakes Area Vineyard Church; Pastors Joel and Jennifer Juni, 237-1700; www.restoration-christian-church.com. Riverside United Methodist Church: Highway 71 North; Pastors Chip and Lori Nielsen, 732-5205; www.riversideumcchurch.com. St. Johns Lutheran Church (LCMS): Highway 34 West; Pastors James Neubauer and Joel Newton, 732-9783. www. stjohnspr.org. St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church: 305 5th St. West; Father Thomas Friedl; 732-5142; stpeterpr.org. Seventh-Day Adventist: 18098 Elisha Dr.; Pastor Joel Kratzke; 732-7186; parkrapidsmn.adventistchurch.org. Trinity Episcopal & Presbyterian Church: 3rd St. West & Court Ave; 732-4393.

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Places to Worship Harvey Kietzman; 652-3779; Harvey. kietzman@gmail.com. White Oak Bible Chapel: 30908 170th St. in Chamberlain, 6 mi. south of Akeley; Pastor Jake Nelson; 6523848; www.whiteoakbiblechapel.org.

Dorset First English Lutheran (LCMS): Pastor Chris Davis; 732-9466; www.dorsetlutheran.org. Nevis Church of Christ: 100 E. Pleasant; 652-3900; neviscoc@arvig.net. Fellowship Baptist Church: 200 E. Main; Pastor Tom C. Drury Jr.; 6524400. Heartland Community Lutheran Parish (ELCA) Bethany Lutheran: 100 3rd Ave.; Pastor Carleton Smee; 652-2030; www.bethanylutherannevis.org. Our Lady of the Pines Catholic Church: 205 Main St. W.; Fr. Tony Fernando, 652-4005, www.ccnevislaporte. org. Peace Lutheran Church (LCMC): 24025 Hwy. 34; Pastor Tim Balfanz; 652-6508; peacelutherannevis.com.

Laporte Christ Gospel Fellowship: 37466 County Rd. 39; Pastor Rick Clyde; 2242800. St. Theodore of Tarsus Catholic Church: 580 County Rd 39; Fr. Tony Fernando; 652-4005; www.ccnevislaporte.org. Trinity Lutheran Church: 150 Second St. N.E.; Pastor Rene Mehlberg; 2242417; tlclaporte.org. Lake George Lake George Bible Chapel: 37285 Hwy. 71, 7 mi. east of Itasca State Park; Pastor Mike English; 699-3013; lakegeorgebiblechapel.weebly.com. Trinity Lutheran Church (LCMS): 37115 U.S. Hwy. 71; Pastor Don Kirchner; 266-3330.

Hubbard Hubbard United Methodist Church: 12150 Broadway Rd.; Pastor Lauren Hauger; office 732-0224; www.hubbardumc.com. Akeley Akeley United Methodist Church: 17 First St. S.E.; Pastor Don Bird; 252-4069; www.akeleyumc.org. Heartland Community Lutheran Parish (ELCA) First Lutheran Church: 10 Pleasant Ave.; Pastor Carleton Smee; 652-3335; www.flcakeley.org. Lighthouse at the Lake: 5127 Howard Lake Trail, Moore Springs Resort on Howard Lake; Pastors Stuart and Judy Kay Johnson; 652-2134; loh@unitelc.org. St. John’s Lutheran (LCMS): 110 Pleasant Ave.; Pastor

Outlying churches Grace Community Church: 24068 Pine Ave. N., Osage; Pastor Paul McKibben; 573-3143. Kabekona Community Church: 24044 Old Cemetery Rd., Laporte; Pastor Randy Reimer; 224-2827; www.kabekona.org. Malvik Lutheran Church: 27689 474th St., Guthrie; Pastor Jeb Monge; 444-4112, malviklutheranchurch@gmail.com. St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Grotto: 55744 County Rd. 44, Two Inlets; Father Thomas Friedl; 732-4046; www. stmarys-twoinlets-churchandgrotto.com.

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Cemeteries Akeley Cemetery, 23407 County 12, Akeley Arago-Clover-Evergreen, 27182 105th Ave. (Hwy. 71 N.), Park Rapids Bethel Cemetery, 15488 County 11, Park Rapids Dudley Memorial Cemetery, 22248 236th St., Nevis Evergreen Cemetery, 24321 Old Cemetery Rd, Laporte Farden Township Cemetery, 32547 500th St., Cass Lake Fern Township Cemetery, 47334 129th Ave., Solway Greenwood Cemetery, 16223 State 34, Park Rapids Henrietta Cemetery, 18029 County 11, Park Rapids Hubbard Cemetery, 17854 County 109, Park Rapids (Hubbard) Lake Alice Cemetery, 38908 115th Ave., Laporte Lake Emma Cemetery, 26442 Inward Loop, Park Rapids Lake George Cemetery, 37724 Night Hawk Rd, Lake George Lakeport Cemetery, 37742 North Willow Road, Laporte Lakeside Catholic Cemetery, County 18, Nevis Lakeview Cemetery, County 18, Nevis Lemon Cemetery, 29366 150 St., Nevis Resthaven, West Ave., Nevis St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Cemetery Rd, Park Rapids (Two Inlets) St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery, 982 Henrietta Ave. S., Park Rapids St. Theodore’s Catholic Cemetery, 635 1st Ave. N.W., Laporte White Oak Cemetery, 16955 State 64, Akeley

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Discover up north hospitality and a friendly hometown spirit when you “stroll and shop” downtown Park Rapids. The extrawide street is lined with gift shops, boutiques, antique stores, pubs, delis, arts, crafts and more. Relax on one of the many benches and enjoy gourmet coffee, ice cream and snacks. If you seek evening entertainment, take in a movie at the Art Deco theater and sample a variety of cuisines and bar scenes at our locally owned establishments. One reason Park Rapids’ Main Street was named one of Minnesota’s Top 10 is the profusion of flowers that decorate store fronts and hanging baskets on the carriage lights in the summer months. Handsome decor enhances the experience in other seasons. Whether you’re lucky enough to live here, stay at the cabin, be out on the trails or visit Itasca State Park, you’re invited to see what’s new downtown all year long. Most businesses plan special events and activities throughout the year, but look for promotions, such as Spring Refresh and Shoptoberfest. Join the great community get-together for the summer music series, 2nd Street Stage, Thursday nights June 11 through Aug. 13. Each week brings a new band, social hour, beer garden, kids’ activities and more. Crazy Days on Thursday and Friday, July 23 and 24, makes finding bargains fun. Businesses go all out with sidewalk sales and staff dressed in crazy costumes. On Thursday, enjoy a pet parade, live music, food contests and kids’ entertainment.

Water Wars on Main on Thursday, Aug. 6 matches firefighters and local teams who battle it out for a trophy and bragging rights. The contest kicks off Legends & Logging Days fun, celebrating our logging heritage with some old-fashioned and more modern activities. The extra-wide Main Street is the perfect place for the Run to the Rapids classic car show, Aug. 7-8. Car buffs will see beautifully restored classic cars and trucks and can meet with their proud owners. On Halloween, hundreds of princesses, Ninja turtles, goblins and other cute costumed characters come downtown for Trick or Treat Park Rapids. Downtown businesses herald the holiday season the Friday after Thanksgiving, hosting a Yuletide Sampler with hot cider, hot chocolate and treats in their stores. The Yuletide Sampler is a prelude to the annual Heartland Lakes Community Tree-Lighting Ceremony with a Christmas carol sing-along, Santa’s arrival, fire pits for roasting marshmallows and the countdown to lighting the beautifully decorated tree on Main Street. The annual event is best described as a Norman Rockwell moment. A Downtown Walking Map will help you explore what Downtown Park Rapids has to offer and can be found in park kiosks, local businesses and in the Chamber Discovery Guide. Or visit www.parkrapidsdowntown.com to see the webcam on Main, on area lakes and at the Mississippi headwaters. The website also provides updates on events, promotions, a member directory and much more. Or follow Park Rapids Downtown on Facebook.

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Park Rapids Avionics Park Rapids Avionics’ services include the installation and maintenance of custom aircraft instrumentation paneling, navigation systems, instrumentation, flight control systems, weather systems, and electronics. For more information, call Tom Hass at 237-1525, email tom@parkrapidsavionics.com, or visit www.parkrapidsavionics.com.

on all seven continents. In partnership with RDO Farms, a leading potato supplier, the Park Rapids plant can truly deliver products from “field to plate.” To learn more about why Lamb Weston is the world’s preferred potato company, visit www.Lambweston.com.

Black Swan Cooperage, LLC Black Swan Cooperage, LLC is a whiskey barrel manufacturer located right in the Park Rapids industrial park. In addition to whiskey barrels, Black Swan makes a variety of other cooperage-related wood products created to flavor beer, wine, spirits and cocktails. All of these products are sold specifically to the craft distilling and brewing industries across the U.S., Canada and several other countries. The Black Swan team prides themselves on sharing their knowledge of wood with the craft distilling and brewing community and beyond. For more information, visit www. blackswanbarrels.com.

TEAM Industries Whether you need computer numerically controlled (CNC) milling or turning, spline rolling or broaching, or clutch assembly and balancing, TEAM Park Rapids is a lean manufacturing facility located at 501 Industrial Park Rd. TEAM is a vertically integrated engineering and manufacturing company that has been driving innovation in performance and reliability enhancing components since 1967. TEAM offers a complete range of services – from collaboration on new product designs to custom contract manufacturing. Its principal products include transmissions and transaxles, axles and four-wheel-drive systems, continuously variable transmissions (CVTs), and electric vehicle drivetrains. It is a market leader in drivetrain technology that offers a complete range of services that includes everything from collaboration on product designs to manufacturing to your specifications. TEAM also can provide make-to-print components and works with nearly every type ferrous or non-ferrous material; cast, forged, wrought, or extruded. For more information, go to www. team-ind.com.

Lamb Weston/RDO Frozen Park Rapids plant Lamb Weston is a leading supplier of frozen potato, sweet potato, appetizer and other vegetable products to restaurants and retailers around the world. For more than 60 years, Lamb Weston operations, like the Lamb Weston/ RDO Park Rapids facility, have produced unique and innovative products that today grace the tables and shelves of restaurants and food retailers in more than 110 countries

Business PR Chamber of Commerce advances interests of its members The Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism is a progressive, membership-driven organization wherein members cooperate to advance their common interests to build a sustainable, thriving community. The mission of the chamber is to serve, connect and promote its members. Its 350-plus members are a diverse group, each committed to the vitality and sustainability of the Park Rapids lakes area. The chamber supports three main programs: membership services, events and tourism marketing. The chamber provides business advocacy, networking, referral, promotion and educational opportunities to enhance the business climate in this area. Events promote community engagement, increase awareness of our great resources and create activities for both residents and visitors. Events that the chamber spearheads are the Minnesota Bike Opener, Park Rapids Fourth of July parade, Legends and Logging Days and the

Christmas Tree Lighting, while supporting and collaborating on a multitude of other events. As the official destination marketing organization, the chamber spends a significant amount of its resources to market and promote Park Rapids and the Heartland Lakes area as a tourist destination. The chamber markets to potential guests from Minnesota, Iowa, North and South Dakota, Wisconsin, Canada and around the world. The chamber collaborates with a number of organizations, public entities and private businesses to advance facilities, attractions and recreational amenities. The chamber operates the Park Rapids Visitor Information Center at 1204 Park Avenue S. (U.S. Hwy. 71 S.) with 24/7 restroom facilities and information. If you have any questions regarding the Park Rapids lakes area or a chamber program, call 732-4111, click www.parkrapids.com, stop by the visitor center or email chamber@parkrapids.com.

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Business Expert advice from Northwest Small Business Development Center The business experts at the Northwest Small Business Development Center (NWSBDC) are here to support you. They provide free information, confidential counseling and one-on-one support to start, build and grow your business. They have the tools, templates, training and services to make the process as easy as possible. The NWSBDC is a non-profit supported and funded by the host institution, the University of Minnesota-Duluth, U.S. Small Business Administration, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) and other regional contributors. Its core services include the following: ► Services for existing businesses ► Services for start-ups ► Training workshops and seminars ► Professional, confidential consulting. NWSBDC provides business consulting assistance at no

charge to support Minnesota small business owners within its nine-county service territory in developing strategies, locating customers, improving sales and enhancing profitability. The center’s consulting staff has extensive business experience in marketing, finance and accounting, operations, business planning and business management. NWSBDC serves Beltrami, Clearwater, Hubbard, Kittson, Lake of the Woods, Mahnomen, Marshall, Norman, Polk, Pennington, Red Lake, and Roseau counties. Take advantage of NWSBDC events and online resources to learn more about a wide variety of topics that impact small businesses. Contact NWSBDC with questions or to request a free consultation. The NWSBDC office is located in Bemidji. For more information, visit www.nwsbdc.org, call 218-755-4255 or email nwsbdc@d.umn.edu.

HCREDC aims to grow local economy The Hubbard County Regional Economic Development Commission coordinates and facilitates the development of a strong and competitive economy in the county. As a public-private partnership, the HCREDC focuses on addressing needs and opportunities of existing businesses, provide assistance to new and expanding businesses, while embracing the exceptional quality of life the area offers. The HCREDC also collaborates with the Small Business Development Center to offer services to local businesses. The SCORE Chapter continues to provide excellent mentors/

consultants for area residents contemplating the start of a new business, or for those simply trying to improve the operations and bottom line of their existing business. HCREDC Executive Director is Mary Thompson (218368-7980 or mthompson@hrdc.org). Executive assistant Carolyn Pfeifer can be reached at 732-2259 or cjp@hubbardcountyedc.com. To learn more about the HCREDC, call 732-2256 or stop by the office on the third floor of the Hubbard County Government Center, located at 301 Court Ave., Park Rapids.

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Itasca State Park Park Rapids is the undisputed gateway to Itasca State Park and the south entrance is a 19-mile drive from Park Rapids north on U.S. Hwy. 71. The east entrance is only a couple miles farther, then another mile or so west at the junction of Hwy. 71 and State Hwy. 200. Itasca State Park encompasses Lake Itasca, the official source of the Mississippi River, and a scenic area of northern Minnesota that has remained relatively unchanged from its natural state. Established in 1891, Itasca is Minnesota’s oldest state park. Today, the park totals more than 32,000 acres and includes more than 100 lakes. Stand under towering pines at Preacher’s Grove. Visit the Itasca Indian Cemetery or Wegmann’s Cabin, landmarks of centuries gone by. Camp under the stars, or stay the night at the historic Douglas Lodge or cabins. Explore Wilderness Drive past the 2,000-acre Wilderness Sanctuary, one of Minnesota’s seven National Natural Landmarks. But the main attraction will continue to be walking across the headwaters of the Mississippi River on stones at the mouth of Lake Itasca. There are plenty of other outdoor activities to do at the park, such as taking an excursion boat on Lake Itasca, exploring along Wilderness Drive, biking or hiking along more than 30 miles of designated trails, fishing in one of the many lakes, observing the wild flowers in season or birding. Like the entire Park Rapids area, wildlife can be seen throughout the park. For more information about the park events and schedules, call Itasca State Park headquarters at 218-699-7251 or go to www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/itasca/index.html. Mary Gibbs Mississippi Headwaters Center The Mary Gibbs Mississippi Headwaters Center opened in 2005 and affords a “river of stories” for guests. The visitor center is named after the brave, young park commissioner, Mary Gibbs.

The “Rivers of the World” sculpture is the focal point, interpretive signs identify the earth’s waterways and the Centennial Plaque, Time Capsule and International Peace Pole also engage visitors. Outdoor exhibits in a portico allow the center to be open 365 days a year and as visitors enter the portico, they are greeted by quotes from the park’s premier explorers – Ozawindib, Henry Schoolcraft, Jacob V. Brower and Jean Nicollet. Visitors get acquainted with the headwaters’ natural history and gain an understanding of the area’s attraction for thousands of years. The changes in transportation are documented through the eras – from Native American travel and trade, to U.S. settlement and expansion to logging. Along the trail to the headwaters, kiosks draw guests to learn the river’s story with a natural history angle. Park visitors become attuned to its aquatic species, birds, animals, exotic species and plants. Douglas Lodge One historic landmark that has welcomed visitors to the park since the beginning of the 20th century is Douglas Lodge. The lodge, a two-story pine log building at the south end of Lake Itasca, has been serving guests since 1905. Few changes have been made to the original lodge, which was built with green, newly cut pine logs harvested in the park. Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center The Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center is the largest visitor center in any of Minnesota’s state parks. The 13,000-square-foot facility has exhibits on the Ojibwe, explorer and pioneer history of the area around Itasca. Land surveyor Jacob Brower lobbied hard to designate this area as a state park in 1891 to protect the pines from logging.

National scenic trail runs through county The North Country Trail (NCT) wanders 4,600 miles through America’s rugged northern Heartland. From New York to North Dakota, hikers can find adventure. Traversing through seven states, the NCT is the longest national scenic trail in the U.S. It’s the only one in Minnesota. NCT enters Minnesota near Jay Cooke State Park and winds toward the Chippewa National Forest, Hubbard County, the Paul Bunyan State Forest and the scenic Itasca Moraine landscape before heading further south through the Maplewood State Park and on to the North Dakota border. Upon reaching Itasca State Park, NCT is in the neighborhood of the Mississippi headwaters before turning south and following the Laurentian Divide. The trail path is natural, with roots and snags removed and and overhanging limbs trimmed for unimpeded hiking. Being open to foot traffic only, hikers, berry pickers, hunters, birdwatchers, geocachers, snowshoers and Hok skiers have miles of trails to explore. Anyone walking this trail is in for a treat as it meanders

through forested hills and valleys interspersed with rivers, lakes, and numerous wetlands. Short day hikes or overnight hikes are possible. The Laurentian Lakes Chapter is responsible for maintaining over 72 miles of the NCT – from the middle of Itasca State park west to Clearwater County Hwy. 39 Trailhead, south through the Tamarac Wildlife Refuge, Hubbel Pond, crossing Hwy 34, through private land and then road walks to Frazee. Maps, events and suggested hikes are available at northcountrytrail.org/llc. The Itasca Moraine Chapter, based in the Park Rapids-Walker-Hackensack area, is responsible for a 107mile section. The chapter also hosts year-around hikes. For more information, visit northcountrytrail.org/itm. At most locations, there is a kiosk or signboard with information about the trail. Hiking distances to the nearest kiosk are also provided. A “Guide to Hiking the North Country Trail in Minnesota” guidebook is available in bookstores in Park Rapids, Itasca State Park, Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge and online.

Parks & Recreation Numerous outlets for outdoor fun Heartland State Trail The Heartland Trail is a 49-mile, multiple-use trail, open to non-motorized use during the spring, fall and summer. It’s situated on an old railroad bed. It’s an excellent trail for running, biking, in-line skating or walking. There are mile markers posted along the trail, which runs from Heartland Park in Park Rapids to Dorset (6.3 miles), Nevis (5.3 miles), Akeley (6.3 miles), Walker (9.4 miles) Wilkinson (12.5 miles) and ends two miles before Cass Lake (7.2 miles). Users can expect to see a wide variety of wildlife and wildflowers along the way. In the winter, the Heartland Trail is part of a network of groomed riding trails in the area. The hilly snowmobile trail alongside the Heartland Trail, with beautiful scenery and wildlife, is a great opportunity for horseback riding, mountain biking, running, walking and, of course, snowmobiling. Paul Bunyan State Trail The Paul Bunyan Trail is 115 miles long, extending from Crow Wing State Park to Lake Bemidji State Park. It’s the longest of Minnesota’s state trails and the longest continuously paved rail-trail in the country. It’s built on the former Burlington Northern railroad corridor, dating back to 1893. Trail users will get their fill of aspens, maples and oaks, and horizon-spanning freshwater lakes. The trail is open

year-round to non-motorized use and snowmobile in the winter. In Walker, the route intersects with the Heartland Trail. Soaring Eagle Ski Trail The Itascatur Outdoor Activity Club maintains the Soaring Eagle Ski Trails. Enjoy beautiful cross-country ski trails and have a cup of hot chocolate in the warming house. Bring your own skis or check-out ski equipment. A MN Ski pass is required for all skiers over the age of 16. Soaring Eagle Trail is located at 25467 U.S. Hwy 71, eight miles north of Park Rapids, and across from the Eagle View Golf Course. For more information, visit www.itascatur.org or their Facebook page. Competitions For those looking to quench their thirst for competition, the Park Rapids area has many events throughout the summer. ► The Firecracker Footrace is held at Heartland Park on the Fourth of July. ► The Northwoods Triathlon is Saturday, Aug. 8 in Nevis. Details can be found at www.nevischamber.com/ northwoods-triathlon.html. ► The annual Headwaters 100 with 100-, 75- and 45-mile bicycle rides is held the fourth Saturday of September. For more information, go to www.itascatur.org.

Public accesses, community parks abound Lake public accesses Many of the county’s 313 lakes have public accesses and the county and some communities maintain parks. Park Rapids Park Rapids offers a variety of opportunities for recreation, including an indoor swimming pool at the high school, a skateboard park and tennis courts. In the winter, there is an outdoor public skating rink adjacent to the Ted O. Johnson Ice Arena. Other winter recreation includes groomed snowmobile and cross-country ski trails and, of course, ice fishing. Heartland Park: Located along Fish Hook River in Park Rapids. Swimming beach, playground, hiking trail, a hacky sack court, pickleball courts, tennis courts, softball field, picnic tables and shelters, restrooms, public access to the river and access to the Heartland Trail. Deane Park: This three-acre park offers places to relax and picnic and includes a dock on the lake. It’s found on Eagle Point Drive, north of Park Rapids, between Fish Hook River and Fish Hook Lake. Rice Park: This three-acre park, located on Grove Avenue South near the dam on Fish Hook River, has a picnic shelter and access to the river and the Mill Pond above the dam.

Lindquist Park: Located east of Heritage Living Center between 5th and 6th Streets West, this park offers picnic tables, barbecue grills, drinking fountain, athletic field and playground equipment. Red Bridge Park: The Heartland Trail is now rerouted over a new bridge into the park. The park is located across the footbridge west of Heartland Park and features a Sculpture Trail. Depot Park: Tennis courts, a skateboard park, parking, swings, picnic tables, water fountain, public restrooms, playground equipment and a shelter are available for public use. Depot Park is on 3rd Street East, across from the former middle school. Nevis City Beach & Park: Playground equipment, picnic tables, swimming beach and restrooms. Take State Hwy. 34 to Nevis, north on CSAH 2 and west on Beach Road. Muskie Park: Picnic tables, pavilion and playground as well as a Veterans Memorial with a lighted flagpole, flowerbed, honorarium benches and walkway are available at this popular park. Take Hwy. 34 to Nevis, then head north three blocks on CSAH 2.

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continued from page 65 Nevis Skating Rink: Built in 2008, the rink (on County Road 2) is open to the public during the winter months as long as weather provides. Nevis Frolf Course: Nevis is home to a Frisbee golf course in Pearson Park on the west end of Main Street. The public is welcome to play a round. Akeley City Park: Picnic tables, shelter, Paul Bunyan Historical Society Museum, Paul Bunyan’s statue and Paul’s cradle are found at this park along Hwy. 34. City Beach & Campground: Take Hwy. 34 to Akeley, then follow signs. Public access to

11th Crow Wing Lake, shelter, picnic tables, fishing, boat landing and campground. Lake George Community Park: Swimming beach, baseball field, picnic tables, picnic shelter, playground, toilets and public access. It’s south of Hwy. 71, on Paine Lake. Farden Township Farris Park: The 20-acre park has tennis courts, a basketball court, a softball field, trails, playground, picnic area, shelter, barbecue grills and restrooms. It’s located in northeastern Hubbard County, in the vicinity of Farden Township Hall.

Anglers catch great memories on our lakes The Park Rapids area and its abundance of lakes provide ample opportunity for the fishing enthusiast. Whether you’re looking to fish simply for the fun of dropping a line on a beautiful summer day or take part in a competitive tournament, you’re sure to find what you want in Hubbard County. Once the fishing opener takes place in early May, the lakes come alive as walleye anglers join those already out angling for panfish. Northern pike, muskie, bluegills, crappies, sunfish, rock bass and perch, even trout, can be caught. Take your pick.

Whatever you catch off the dock, from shore or pull into the boat, it’s about memories in the lakes and pines area. Fishing is a family sport for the youngster with his or her first rod and reel to the avid sportsperson to the family on vacation, visiting one of the many lakes and resorts. Summer fishing can be hanging out on the dock, snapping a photo with a big catch. Check in at one of the local bait shops for tips or hot spots, best time of day, best bait and lures for whatever lake you’re heading out to fish.

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Hubbard County is home to a robust arts scene Numerous artists, writers, actors, dancers and vocalists call the Northwoods their home. For the latest information about arts events, read the Park Rapids Enterprise or visit www.parkrapidsenterprise.com. Art Leap Art Leap 2020, slated for Sept. 26-27, is an open studio event. The driving tour, sponsored by Heartland Arts, invites visitors to meet artists, see their studios and find other culturally rich destinations. Highlights include live demonstrations, outdoor music and seeing fall colors at their peak.

Heartland Concert Association Founded in 1981, the Heartland Concert Association’s goal is to bring quality entertainment to the area at a reasonable price. From September to May, its concert series offers five live performances – classical, Broadway, jazz, country and more. Admission to the Heartland Concert series is by season membership ticket or at the door. For more information, visit www.heartlandconcertassociation.org.

Blank Canvas Gallery Blank Canvas Gallery is an online source connecting art lovers with unique, original art created by talented artists. Artists work in a variety of mediums and styles. Email info@ blankcanvasgallery.com or go online to www.blankcanvasgallery.com.

Jackpine Writers’ Bloc This local writing group publishes a literary journal, ‘The Talking Stick.” Visit www.jackpinewriters.com. Loon Country Carvers Loon Country Carvers is an informal organization of woodcarvers. They gather Mondays at at the Park Rapids Library to whittle, gouge and chisel while visiting with fellow enthusiasts. For more information, call Chuck Yliniemi at 732-9643.

Heartland Arts Council Heartland Arts is the new name for the Park Rapids Lakes Area Arts Council. Heartland Arts remains an umbrella organization for 16 regional arts groups, promoting excellence in the arts through creation, education and performance. The council meets monthly to share calendars, inspire new arts projects and build community around the arts. Heartland Arts also sponsors annual events, including Noon Hour Concerts and Art Leap. For more information, visit www.heartlandarts.org.

Nemeth Art Center The Nemeth Art Center (NAC) is open from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, May through September. Admission is free. The gallery is located in the upper level of the historic county courthouse, located at 301

Entertainment Court Ave. Founded in 1977 by Park Rapids community members, the NAC has provided quality arts and education experiences to north-central Minnesota. For more information about upcoming exhibits and membership privileges, visit www.nemethartcenter.org. Northern Lights Dance Academy The Northern Lights Dance Academy offers classes for the recreational dancer as well as the advanced, competitive dancer. The Park Rapids studio is located at 600 N. Park Ave. A winter showcase and spring recital allow dancers to demonstrate their talent. Call 218530-0030, visit www.nldadance.com or email info@ nldadance.com. Park Rapids Area Community Band Sixty to 70 musicians rehearse at the Park Rapids High School in preparation for the community bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spring and late fall concerts and the pre-fireworks show on the Fourth of July. Contact Paul Peterson at 7324760 or visit www.pracb.com. Park Rapids Classic Chorale The Park Rapids Classic Chorale is a 45-member, community chorus under the musical direction of Melanie Hanson. The chorale performs a Christmas and spring concert. For more information, contact Dave Keller at 732-9458. continued on page 71

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Theatrical productions delight audiences Jasper’s Theater Jasper’s Theater, nestled in the pines 1 mile east of Park Rapids, is a one-of -a-kind variety show experience that rivals the music and comedy shows of Branson, Missouri. Visitors near and far come to enjoy a multi-generational cast and crew in a highly entertaining two-hour show featuring music, comedy and a little magic. Enjoy our show as you sit in our padded seats and air conditioned log theater, just east of Park Rapids on scenic Highway 34. Call 218-255-1333 or visit www. jasperstheater.com. Long Lake Theater Long Lake Theater presents musicals, comedy, drama and concerts along with other entertainment in the village of Hubbard on the south end of Long Lake. Additionally, this family-friendly venue hosts

kids camps and workshops, special events and is open to weddings, receptions, meetings and other community engagements. This lovely, little venue resides in two former churches built in the 1890s and invites you to enjoy meeting at its very own, “Two Loons Pub,” before the shows. For more information, call 732-0099 or visit www.longlaketheater.com. Northern Light Opera Company Since 2002, the Northern Light Opera Company (NLOC) has produced professional quality musical theater. Community singers, dancers, ages 8 to 85, and a live orchestra are challenged by theater professionals to bring significant and compelling music theater to a large, regional audience. The summer 2020 production of “Big Fish” will

be produced at Armory Arts and Event Center from July 31 to Aug. 8. Tickets available at Beagle Books. For more information, check www. northernlightopera.org. NLOKids NLOKids is a three-week theater camp for children ages 8 to 13 where participants develop their acting, singing, improvisational and movement skills. Led by NLOC director and student interns, children create their own story, compose music, build costumes/sets and perform original music theater for family and friends. In 2020, NLOKids will continue its four-year collaboration between the Park Rapids and Pine Point communities, recruiting students from each. For more information, email info@northernlightopera. org.

continued from page 69 Sculpture Trail Visitors to Red Bridge Park may be surprised and delighted to see sculptures installed along the paved trail. Six new sculptures were placed along the Red Bridge Park Sculpture Trail, and two were added at Main and 2nd Street in downtown Park Rapids. All eight artworks remain in place for a year. The City of Park Rapids and Park Rapids Arts and Culture Commission will be accepting entries for the Red Bridge Park Sculpture Trail again in spring 2020. The park is the trailhead for the Heartland State Trail which is used year round for walking, running, biking, rollerblading, snowmobiling and other recreational activities. Red Bridge Park is located near downtown Park Rapids and visitors can access the park from Fishhook River and nearby Heartland Park. White Birch Artists White Birch Artists meet to draw or paint using any medium weekly during the spring, summer and fall. If interested, contact Jill Geisen-Clack for more information at 218-252-6322 or jrgeisenclack@gmail.com.

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Welcome to Akeley’s Paul Bunyan Days

The 72nd annual Paul Bunyan Days festival welcomes visitors to Akeley June 26-28. At the center of the festival is the 31-foot statue of Paul Bunyan on Hwy. 34. Akeley claims to be the birthplace of the legendary logger and has the cradle to prove it. The area surrounding the statue is known by locals as Paul’s Patio and is the site of many festival events including the Friday night fish fry, Saturday morning breakfast and kids’ games. A 5K run to raise funds for Audrey’s Purple Dream, a local organization supporting those with cancer and their families, will be held Saturday morning. Saturday afternoon features a fishing tournament at the pier and a dance will be held Saturday night. The festival concludes Sunday with a parade down Hwy. 34. A bigger and better car show is also being planned.

Tasty blueberries celebrated in Lake George

Sponsored by the Lake George Area Association, the 36th annual Blueberry Festival takes place July 24-26. The three-day event offers activities for kids and adults while celebrating Minnesota’s favorite fruit. Check out the blueberry pancake breakfast or sample a piece of pie made with wild blueberries picked in the area and topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Lake George is located on County Road 4, about 19 miles north of Park Rapids.

42nd annual Park Rapids PRCA Xtreme Bulls, Broncs

The road to Las Vegas and National Finals Rodeo features a major stop at Minnesota’s largest pro rodeo event in Park Rapids over the Fourth of July weekend. Jokela ProWest has been granted special approval from the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) sanctioning body in Colorado for an exciting new rodeo format. For the first time ever, the 2020 event will consist entirely of broncs and bulls. Not only is it the first time for Park Rapids, but it’s the first approval given for an event of this kind in the state of Minnesota. The three-day event, July 2-4, now will feature Xtreme broncs and bulls each day, with the PRCA’s top contestants riding the nation’s toughest bucking stock for eight long seconds. This format will show elite contestants setting a new bar for athletic ability and professionalism. The show is the largest professional rodeo event in Minnesota and one of northern Minnesota’s premiere summer attractions. The rodeo and bull ride will take place rain or shine. Go to www.parkrapidsbullride.com for updates, details and ticket info.

Nevis will host presidential pig race

The 12th annual running of the Nevis Pig Races will be July 12, with race times at 1:05 p.m. and 3:05 p.m. This year’s presidential pig race will pit Donald Trump against the Democratic candidates to determine who will run the country. Rather than touring the U.S. looking for votes, pigs will use their feet to actually run for office. This race will get by without all the name calling and mud slinging. Who should be president will be determined in 11 seconds – without spending $2.75 billion doing it. This will save the candidates millions of dollars and the American people the pain of enduring another three months of political analysis and empty promises. According to International Pig Racing Federation regulations, no candidate speeches will be allowed. The Nevis Lions Club will be serving pork sandwiches. There will also be a surprise guest.

County fair fun slated for July 15-19

The Hubbard County Fair includes a variety of entertainment at the grandstand arena and in the band shell, 4-H exhibits in the animal barns and a midway filled with games and rides. The 2020 fair, organized by the Shell Prairie Agriculture Association, will be held Wednesday to Sunday, July 15-19 in Park Rapids. The midway carnival rides will be open from Wednesday evening through Saturday. Thursday will be Kids’ Day and Friday will be Senior Day. Other events planned for the fair include Motocross on Wednesday, a talent show on Thursday, a truck and tractor pull Friday and Baja racing Saturday. The fair will conclude Sunday with “Cowboy Church” and the demolition derby. The 4-H will feature livestock, poultry, horses and rabbits, a dog show, 4-H and open-class exhibits, and vendors throughout the fair. Don’t forget the fair food! Stop in for cheese curds, corn dogs, fresh French fries, pork burgers, ice cream and other mouth-watering delicacies.

Family fun featured at Nevis Muskie Days

Meet at the Muskie statue in downtown Nevis where many of the festivities for the annual Nevis Muskie Days Festival will be held July 24-25. This event includes a variety of bands, along with many activities for families including children’s games, a fishing contest, inflatables, and a parade. The annual town celebration dates back to 1948, evolved from the carnival in past years to a vibrant, independent music festival. More information will be available at nevischamber.com.

Downtown offers year-round family fun

Join the great community get-together for the summer music series, 2nd Street Stage, Thursday nights June 11 through Aug. 13. Each week brings a new band, social hour, beer garden, cornhole tournaments, kids’ activities and more. On Halloween, hundreds of princesses, Ninja turtles, goblins and other cute costumed characters come downtown for Trick or Treat Park Rapids. Downtown businesses herald the holiday season the Friday after Thanksgiving, hosting a Yuletide Sampler with hot cider, hot chocolate and treats in their stores. The Yuletide Sampler is a prelude to the annual Heartland Lakes Community Tree-Lighting Ceremony with a Christmas carol sing-along, Santa’s arrival, fire pits for roasting marshmallows and the countdown to lighting the beautifully decorated tree on Main Street.

Travel back in time at Field Days

Field Days spectators can travel back in time to see how farming and logging were done in the early 1900s. Hosted by the Park Rapids Antique Tractor and Engine Club, the 28th annual Field Days will be held Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 1-2. Demonstrations of combining, threshing, tractor plowing, shingle making, a hay press, gas engines, lath making, snow fence machine and sawmill are done on the grounds. Sawmill operations include lath making, planing, shingle making and fence making. Horse-related machinery is on display as well. Kids will enjoy miniature and barrel railroad train rides. A tractor parade will be held both days, and there will also be music. A tractor pull will be held Saturday, with gospel music at the Sunday morning church service. The Antique Tractor and Engine Club grounds are located on County Road 6, about a half-mile south of Hwy. 34 on the east side of Park Rapids. For more information on this event, call 732-5100 or 2652-2519.

Lumberjacks show off brawn at Legends and Logging Days

Park Rapids Legends and Logging Day celebrates the area’s logging and lumberjack heritage. The festivities start with Water Wars at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6 on Main Avenue in downtown Park Rapids. Teams sign up to battle it out for bragging rights and possession of the coveted Loony Traveling Trophy. Live music on 2nd Street Stage follows the competition. On Saturday, Aug. 8, Legends and Logging Day continues at the East 40 Park Rapids Antique Tractor Grounds at 1008 Eighth St. E., just west of County Road 6 and a few blocks south of State Highway 34. Lumberjacks will demonstrate sawing, log rolling and other feats reminiscent of the days when pioneers came to the north woods to make a living. Master chainsaw artists will carve their masterpieces. Visitors can watch as logs take shape as beautiful works of art before their eyes.

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