Minnesota FalconCam 2026 Goes Live

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has launched the 16th annual FalconCam livestream for 2026, now featuring sharper video and sound for the first time. The camera follows a pair of peregrine falcons as they prepare their nest, with eggs expected around late March. FalconCam gives viewers a close-up look at courtship, nesting, and chick rearing, while supporting conservation efforts that helped restore peregrine falcons in Minnesota after near-extinction. The livestream is available on the DNR website and YouTube.

National Groundwater Awareness Week is March 8-14


The Minnesota Department of Health is reminding rural residents during National Groundwater Awareness Week that regular testing is the only way to know if private well water is safe. Health officials say common contaminants in Minnesota wells include nitrate, coliform bacteria, arsenic, lead and manganese—most of which can’t be seen, smelled or tasted. With many homes in northwestern Minnesota relying on private wells, the state recommends testing for bacteria and nitrate every year to protect drinking water.

St Patrick’s Day activities at Warroad Riverplace

Kids can get into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit with a fun and creative activity at Warroad Riverplace.

Today, Warroad RiverPlace will host a free drop-in craft for kids from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Young participants will have the chance to make their own lucky beaded bracelets using festive green, white, and gold beads. Each bracelet can be personalized and finished with a special lucky charm, making it the perfect accessory to celebrate the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day holiday.

The activity is free and open to kids during the drop-in hours, so families are welcome to stop by anytime between 3:30 and 5 p.m today.

That’s free kids crafts at Warroad RiverPlace today from 3:30 to 5pm—adding a little extra luck for St. Patrick’s Day.