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Gezhibaabisega Day: Grand Portage Band Reclaims 87 Acres of Ancestral Land

Mar 19, 2026 12:16PM ● By Content Editor

The land return, finalized in February and celebrated publicly on March 16, represents the largest restoration of Grand Portage land in recent history - Boreal - March 19, 2026

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Here's your annual reminder to "test, tend, and treat" your well water, free kits available through Cook County Land Services

Mar 19, 2026 09:21AM ● By Content Editor

In Minnesota, approximately 1.1 million residents rely on private wells for drinking water. But when it comes to determining whether it is safe to drink, testing is the only sure way to know - Boreal - March 19, 2026

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Local coalition forms North Shore R&R for community organizers impacted by Twin Cities Operation Metro Surge

Mar 18, 2026 09:11AM ● By Content Editor

North Shore R&R provides three-to-four-night stays in a variety of settings, including private guest rooms, local resorts, and vacation rentals - Boreal - March 18, 2026

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Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa regains 87 acres of historically significant lands

Mar 16, 2026 04:36PM ● By Content Editor

The Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa has regained ownership of three parcels of land totaling approximately 87 acres, according to a March 16, 2026, news release - Boreal - March 13, 2026

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Northern Minnesota ice shelter removal deadlines approach for 2026

Mar 16, 2026 11:10AM ● By Content Editor

For those fishing in the northern third of Minnesota, the deadline to remove ice shelters from inland waters is 11:59 p.m. on March 16, 2026. For waters along the Canada-U.S. border, the deadline is March 31 - Boreal - March 16, 2026

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Lutsen Mountains joins Ikon Pass for 2026-27 season

Mar 12, 2026 09:25AM ● By Content Editor

The Ikon Pass is a global season pass program that provides access to more than 70 ski resorts worldwide, including North American resorts such as Aspen Snowmass, Steamboat, and Jackson Hole - Boreal - March 12, 2026

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Updated: Minnesota DNR seeks public input on Cook and Lake County lake management plans

Mar 11, 2026 08:26AM ● By Content Editor

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced an open comment period for the update of fisheries management plans across the state, including 15 lakes in Cook County - Boreal - March 10, 2026

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Cook County Sheriff Pat Eliasen announces resignation for May 8, 2026

Mar 09, 2026 01:07PM ● By Content Editor

On March 9, 2026, Cook County Sheriff Pat Eliasen announced his resignation, effective May 8, 2026. This update follows his previous announcement, made on January 13, 2026, in which he indicated he would not seek reelection in the upcoming November election - Boreal - Mar 9, 2026

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Skiers compete amongst "punchy" and sticky conditions at last weekend’s Ski North Ultra

Mar 09, 2026 11:07AM ● By Content Editor

The Ski North Ultra wrapped up Saturday along the North Shore, sending skiers across 38 or 100 kilometers of classic-only sticky and “punchy” trails through the Norpine, Cascade River State Park, and Bally Creek systems - Boreal - Mar 9, 2026

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Community gathers for annual E.A.T.S. fundraiser at ISD166

Mar 09, 2026 10:31AM ● By Content Editor

The Cook County ISD166 Education Foundation held its annual Enriching Academics Through Sustenance (E.A.T.S.) event on Thursday, March 5, 2026 - Boreal Community Media - Mar 9, 2026

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