Ice Fishing season is underway, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is reminding anglers to make sure they do their part in keeping our waters free of trash. Minnesota DNR Fisheries Supervisor Nathan Olson says you could face heavy fines for failing to keep your site clean.
Olson also reminds anglers about the new regulation allowing the use of previously banned types of non-motorized hook setting devices.
More information about ice fishing regulations can be seen on the Minnesota DNR Website.
Lil’ Chompers Child Care of Greenbush has announced a major step forward in plans for its new child care center. Bid packets for the upcoming facility are now officially available, and advertisements inviting contractors to bid have been placed in several regional newspapers, including The Greenbush Tribune, Roseau Times-Region, Thief River Falls Times, Grand Forks Herald, and Bemidji Pioneer.
Contractors interested in the project are invited to attend the bid opening on Thursday, February 5th, at 2 p.m. at the Greenbush Community Center. Organizers say this milestone marks continued progress on expanding child care services for local families — a need that has been identified as a top community priority and supported through multiple funding sources.
Lil’ Chompers Board President Karen Dvergsten says the project wouldn’t be possible without strong community support. She says volunteers and generous donors have played a key role in bringing the project this far.
Lil’ Chompers Child Care hopes to break ground this spring, with plans to open the new facility in January of 2027. Once completed, the center expects to serve around 60 children, ranging in age from six weeks to 13 years old.
For more information, community members can email lilchomperschildcare@gmail.com or contact a Lil’ Chompers board member.
Mark Ellerbusch has announced his campaign for Marshall County Sheriff. Current Sheriff Jason Boman is planning to retire, and Ellerbusch says he hopes to build on the strong foundation Boman has established during his 33 years of service to the county.
Ellerbusch brings 13 years of law enforcement experience to the race. A lifelong Marshall County resident, he says he is running to ensure the Sheriff’s Office remains professional, accountable, and focused on serving every member of the community.
If elected, Ellerbusch says his priorities include supporting deputies and staff, keeping communities safe, and maintaining transparency and accountability. He adds that he wants residents, businesses, and schools to know they can always depend on the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office.
