Tri County Canary
07/27/2026
The second member of the Bitker racing family is 32 year old Aaron Bitker of Bemidji. Aaron, brother of Josh, races in the Wissota Pure Stock class and is currently in 7th place in the very competitive class.
“Helping Deryk Weleski work on his race car got me started in racing,”...
07/27/2026
At first, fist clasping the wings came quickly as the little boy bent down to grab that which was within reach. He’d snuck up behind that which his eyes were beholding and held lightly to that which was now in hand. The yellow and black butterfly was all his! As he retrieved his trophy, his parents...
07/27/2026
“Now that’s the job I want,” said Steve, putting down the paper. “A guy could really sink his teeth into something like that.”
Doc looked up from his coffee. “Didn’t know you were looking for work, Steve. Cowboying not working out for you?”
“It isn’t that,” said the cowboy/farrier, “it’s just...
07/24/2026
Question: I saw your recent article about the visually impaired and white canes. I don’t think a lot of people are aware for something similar for the hearing impaired. Can you talk about that?
Answer: You are correct. Minnesota has a law that when a totally or partially deaf person with a service...
07/24/2026
By Deane Morrison
This year, August serves a smorgasbord of celestial delights in both the morning and evening skies.
In the west, Venus is still bright, though steadily sinking into the sunset. On the 16th, its beauty will be enhanced by a young crescent moon shining next to it.
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07/24/2026
Corneil Espeseth, age 89, of Fosston, MN and Erskine, MN, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 23rd, with her family by her side, at Essentia Health Hospital in Fosston. Services will be announced and held at a future date. Arrangements are with Carlin Family Funeral Service of Fosston and...
07/23/2026
Crowd Safety Tips
Whether you're attending a concert, festival, sporting event, parade, or community celebration, taking a few precautions can help you stay safe in large crowds.
Be aware of your surroundings. Identify exits, emergency routes, and landmarks as soon as you arrive.
Wash your hands...
07/22/2026
LeRoy Clarence Christensen, of Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. LeRoy was born on November 9, 1945, to Clarence Christensen and Sylvia Kliner Diedrich. He was raised in the Euclid, Minnesota area, where he attended elementary school, and Agricultural High...
07/22/2026
Driver Profile for: “Joshua Bitker”
year old Joshua Bitker of Bemidji races in the highly competitive Wissota Pure Stock class at Bemidji Speedway. He got his start in racing as a pitman for several fellow racers Sterling Knaeble and Deryk and Devyn Weleski.
“I get to share this hobby...
07/22/2026
Audrey Hemmingsen, age 88, of Erskine, MN, passed away on Sunday, July 19th, at McIntosh Senior Living in McIntosh. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 3rd, at Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine with the Rev. Pam Thorson officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m....
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