The Tri-County Drama Department recently presented Alfred Hitchcock Taught Me Everything I Know by Pat Cook, a clever and suspense-filled comedy inspired by the iconic style of Alfred Hitchcock. The production blended mystery, humor, and a touch of classic Hitchcock intrigue, keeping the audience guessing from start to finish. The cast delivered energetic performances under the direction of Laurie Lofstrom and Camille Wollin. - More photos at mynorthstarnews.com
East Grand Forks American Legion Post 157 sent letter to Discuss Sale of Building
Members of the East Grand Forks American Legion Post 157 were notified of a special meeting to held Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at the Legion building. The meeting addressed the pending sale of the post’s facility and the future operations of the organization.
In a letter to members dated November 5, Commander Jim Hance stated that the decision to sell the building was made by the post’s trustees due to ongoing financial challenges. The sale will result in the closure of the Legion’s bar, kitchen, and gambling operations once the transaction is complete.
“The action is being taken only after exhausting all other alternatives,” the notice read. “We can no longer operate at losses that have culminated in this action.”
The building has been listed with Oxford Realty, and in the meantime, the post is seeking a line of credit to continue limited operations and pay outstanding accounts. Approval from the membership will be required to move forward with that process.
Following the sale, the Legion plans to maintain a small office to support meetings, the Honor Guard, and administrative functions. Proceeds from the sale will be placed in interest-bearing accounts to help sustain operations in the future.
Hance noted that while Post 157 will continue to hold its charter and maintain an Honor Guard presence, declining membership and reduced volunteerism have taken a toll. He added that the challenges faced locally mirror a national trend affecting many veterans’ organizations.
Red Kettle Campaign Returns to Lake of the Woods for the 2025 Holiday Season
If you want to be a part of assisting your fellow community members in times of need just listen for the ring of the bells and watch for the return of the familiar Salvation Army Red Kettle at local business this holiday season. This is a great time to make a donation and consider signing up to ring the bell and help raise funds for the Lake of the Woods Salvation Army.
Did you know your donation stays in the community? All money raised with the Red Kettles will stay WITHIN the community it was donated to, donations made outside of the Red Kettle Campaign season do not stay local.
Contributions to the Red Kettle over the next few weeks determine the entire budget that the Lake of the Woods Salvation Army will have to use within Lake of the Woods County for the 2026-27 fiscal year.
This past year contributions have had a significant impact on the community by aiding Lake of the Woods County citizens in need. Among programs and assistance they have provided are help with utility bills, rental assistance, transportation, winter clothing, and hotel stays for those experiencing housing instability.
The organization has also partnered with other local groups and donated to the National Night Out, Community Thanksgiving and Christmas meals as well as donations to Lake of the Woods School for the purchase of school supplies, backpacks, accident clothing, hygiene and toiletry supplies as well as book fair tickets.
Local funds also supported the purchase of gift wrap to use at the White Elephant Sale at the school which helps to raise funds for the Early Childhood Family Education program and to alleviate the costs of the fire alarm upgrades required for local daycare centers located at Lake of the Woods School.
Funds were donated for the purchase of bus passes, special activities, and the Easter Egg Hunt at LakeWood Care Center, as well as to the Splash Pad Project, and the Lake of the Woods Food Shelf.
Red Kettles are set up at local businesses, and Bell Ringers will be collecting donations at Hugo’s Lake of the Woods Foods and Hometown Hardware Hank in Baudette on Saturdays in November and December.
To sign up as a Bell Ringer stop by Border Bank in Baudette to reserve your time slot. Thank you for your donations this season, and for your ongoing support.
