Baudette City Council Meeting 7-14-2025

By Graham Scher – R & J Broadcasting | July 16, 2025

Baudette, MINN. – Baudette City Council met in regular session Monday night at Baudette City Hall. Important discussions were had about the rest of summer plans in Baudette and what events are coming up. R&J News spoke with Mayor Dylan Hancharyk who talked about the new face being sworn in to fill the vacant seat at the table after Steve Johnson retired from the council last month.

Liz Weigel was sworn in and participated in her first city council meeting Monday evening.

Mayor Hancharyk also discussed other items on the agenda:

The signs will be placed on the East and West sides of the city but exact locations haven’t been determined just yet.

Other items that were discussed was approval for the annual summer reading program kid concert, and an ordinance and resolution that was approved accepting bond award for the Timber Mill Splash Pad.

KQ92 and KRWB Radio will continue to cover and follow Baudette City Council meetings, and updates from the City of Baudette.

Baudette City Council Liz Weigel Mayor Dylan Hancharyk

Woods Fishing Tournament Recap from Owner and Winners

By Graham Scher – R & J Broadcasting | July 14, 2025

Warroad, MINN. – The 26th annual Woods Outdoor Sporting Goods Fishing Tournament was held on Saturday at Lake of the Woods. The owner of The Woods Nick Marvin shared his thoughts on how this year’s tournament went

He also talked about the changes that were put in place for this year’s tournament

Fishing in their third Woods Outdoor Sporting Goods Fishing Tournament the team of Cody Schultz and Nate Obitz won 1st place. Obitz shared his thoughts after the tournament

Obitz also talked about how he and his fishing partner got into the sport

You can watch an archive of the awards ceremony from this year’s Woods Outdoor Sporting Goods Fishing Tournament on yourliveevent.com.

Lake of the Woods Woods Fishing Tournament

Fishing Season Expectations for 4th of July Weekend

By Graham Scher – R&J Broadcasting | July 2, 2025

Warroad, MINN. – July has arrived, which means we’re in the heart of the Minnesota Summer Fishing Season season. Nathan Olson of the Minnesota DNR Fisheries Department says weather the last month has had an impact on fish in our region, and he tells us what fishermen can expect when out on the lake.

With the busy 4th of July Holiday weekend fast approaching, Olson reminds boaters about the importance of taking the appropriate steps in preventing aquatic hitchhikers, even if the boat launches are busier than normal. Olson also reminds people to stay hydrated while out on the water. More information, and materials regarding fishing in Minnesota can be seen on the Minnesota DNR Fisheries webpage at www.dnr.state.mn.us/fishing.

Lake of the Woods County Fair New Attractions

By Graham Scher – R & J Broadcasting | June 24, 2025

Baudette, MINN. – Lake of the Woods County Fair Board met Wednesday night to discuss final details of the fair before the beginning of the County Fair next week. KQ92 and KRWB News spoke with JP Sweet, President of County Fair Board to discuss more details of the new attractions in 2025.

We also asked Sweet about what he expects attendance to look like this year.

Sweet spoke on why the community looks forward to this so much every year and why its so fun for new and familiar faces.

Lake of the Woods County Fair begins Wednesday June 25th.

Lake of the Woods County Fair

Roseau Groundbreaking, Four New Homes Being Built

By Graham Scher – R & J Broadcasting | June 23, 2025

Roseau, MINN. – A Groundbreaking took place in Roseau yesterday. Four new single family homes are being built at 98 Oak Crest Blvd in Roseau by Northstar Neighbors Community Land Trust, a subsidiary of Northwest Minnesota Foundation. KQ92 and KRWB News spoke with Cory Boushee, Executive Director of NorthStar Neighbors about the new homes.

Boushee provides a timeline for the beginning of construction and when he hopes to have the first 2 homes completed.

Boushee also explains more about Northstar Neighbors and their plans for the surrounding communities this year.

To find more information or fill out a pre-qualification, check out their website at northstarneighbors.org.

Northstar Neighbors Roseau Affordable Housing Roseau Groundbreaking

U.S. Coast Guard Update on Lake of the Woods

By Graham Scher – R & J Broadcasting | June 20, 2025

Warroad, MINN. – Lake of the Woods has increased Coast Guard patrolling over the past several years. KQ92 and KRWB News spoke with Zachary Fedak, Waterways Management Division Chief of Marine Safety Unit Duluth who tells us more.

Fedak also explains why the lake hasn’t always been patrolled constantly and consistently at all times.

Fedak also just shares a couple reminders the U.S. Coast Guard wants to reinforce to boaters on the water this summer.

Lake of the Woods U.S. Coast Guard

Warroad School New Gymnasium Floor Update

By Graham Scher – R & J Broadcasting | June 20, 2025

Warroad, MINN. – The Warroad High School Gymnasium has been undergoing renovations since May 20th when the Gym has officially been closed. Dr. Shawn Yates provides an update on the Warroad High School Gym floor and how things are being completed for fall and winter sports.

As the on-going gym project continues, the gym will officially be closed until July 15th when the renovations are expected to be completed.

Roseau Gazebo Night Continues Tonight

Roseau Gazebo Night concert series continues tonight at the Roseau Gazebo in Riverview Park. Live music will be performed by Divas through the Decades. The concert series continues every Thursday night this summer.

The Divas through the Decades are three female singers bringing hit songs from famous divas of the 40s through today. Tonight they are Divas Gone Country, as they plan country music for the concert.

Music begins tonight at 6:30pm. Admission is Free to all, don’t forget to bring a chair or blanket. The Polaris ALS Team will be serving dinner of a chili dog meal, coleslaw, chips, desert bar, and water for 10 dollars. Meal proceeds support the fight against ALS. You can find more information on Roseau Gazebo Night’s facebook page.

Riverview Park is located at 201 Third Ave in Roseau. Highway 11 is still closed in Roseau, parking space on Third Ave NE in front of the gazebo may be limited.

Update: Warroad’s Government Island

By Graham Scher – R & J Broadcasting | June 19, 2025

Warroad, MINN. – The community of Warroad is working to continue growing Hockeytown USA into a year-round destination for locals and tourists alike. Through the help of organizations such as Warroad Community Development, the man-made Government Island in the area has been redeveloped into one of these destination spots. KQ92 and KRWB News spoke with Warroad Mayor Tom Goldsmith who tells us more.

The island is across from Lake of the Woods Brewery, and all citizens are encouraged to check out Government Island whether from the mainland, or even from on the water.

Government Island

Warroad School Board Approves New Levy Vote for November 2025

By Graham Scher – R & J Broadcasting | June 18, 2025

Warroad, MINN. – Warroad School Board met in regulars session Tuesday morning at Warroad High School. The biggest point of discussion was a new levy that will help the Warroad schools. KQ92 and KRWB News spoke with Dr. Shawn Yates who tells us more.