By Tim Douglass tdouglass@pctribune.com Glenwood City Attorney Troy Nelson discussed the new Minnesota law legalizing adult cannabis use and the possible regulatory framework about cannabis and Glenwood’s role in that law.  In short, Nelson told the Glenwood City Commission that it was too soon for the city to be doing much on the issue, especially since the… Read More

By Melanie Stegner Reporter A group popped up in Pope County recently that is directed toward modern homesteading.  The Minnewaska Modern Homesteader group’s mission is a community of women who support and encourage each other to learn and grow in traditional skills and apply them to modern day living. Through shared wisdom and knowledge, group members are… Read More

Do you have an interest in the weather? Are you looking for a way to do something for the environment from your location? Or how about a great classroom or family activity that provides an easy way for kids to get involved with science?  Volunteer as a rainfall monitor for the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and… Read More

Minnewaska Area Elementary Kindergarten through second grade physical education classes were able to take advantage of the snowy weather last week. According to the PhyEd teacher, Grace Gerads, the kids were excited to be active outside and share the experience with their classmates.

Last week provided the area with plenty of snow and winter-like weather.  Minnewaska Schools had a SNOW E-Learning day on Monday, so Carter and MacKenzie Taffe (above) took it literally and made a”SNOW E-ngineered Man.”  Bigger than last year and so are they!  Building a snowman of this size is no easy task.  Now that’s… Read More

A Long Beach man was arrested and charged with multiple felonies related to child pornography and interference with privacy of a minor, it was stated in a news release from the Pope County Sheriff’s office.   The Pope County Sheriff’s Office received multiple tips from the National Center of Missing and Exploited Children of an individual… Read More

These classes are offered for youth and adults who have not taken a firearms safety class. You must be at least 11 years old to take the classes. Ages 14 years and above may take the online class and do the virtual field day which does not require attending this class. Receiving this safety certification… Read More

Do you have an interest in the weather? Are you looking for a way to do something for the environment from your location? Or how about a great classroom or family activity that provides an easy way for kids to get involved with science?  Volunteer as a rainfall monitor for the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and… Read More

Someplace Safe was recently awarded funding to offer supportive services to community members who are experiencing labor trafficking throughout the agency’s 9 county service area. Someplace Safe labor trafficking services include crisis intervention, safety planning, case management, assisting with housing and emergency resources, connecting with legal and immigration services, and general support. Anne LaFrinier-Ritchie, Safe Harbor… Read More

Ann Engen, a long-time member of the Glacial Ridge Hospital Board of Directors, has retired after 34 years of service. Ann has provided valuable guidance and leadership during significant organizational growth and change. During her tenure, Glacial Ridge Health System expanded its services, completed many building projects, opened new facilities, and received numerous awards for quality… Read More