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Hwy 2 resurfacing from Grand Rapids to Hwy 200 detour changes August 4
Construction on Hwy 2 from the Prairie River east of Grand Rapids to two miles east of Hwy 65 in Itasca County will continue with a detour change on August 4. Hwy 2 will now be closed between the Prairie River east of Grand Rapids to two miles east of Swan River. The new Hwy 2 detour for local access will utilize Itasca County Rd 3 between Grand Rapids and Jacobson and Hwy 200 between Jacobson and the junction of Hwy 2 East of Swan River.
Hwy 2 between Hwy 65 in Swan River and the east junction of Hwy 200 will no longer be open and will be closed to through traffic. The truck detour will also utilize Hwy 169 South of Grand Rapids and Hwy 200 between Hill City and Hwy 2 east of Jacobson.
Local traffic will be able to access businesses and properties in the construction zone, but through traffic will need to take the detour. For maps and more information, please visit: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/d1/projects/hwy2-reclaim/index.html
Important reminders for motorists regarding work zone safety:
- Slow down when approaching every work zone, then navigate through with care and caution.
- Stay alert; work zones constantly change.
- Watch for workers and slow moving equipment.
- Obey posted speed limits. Fine for a violation in a work zone is $300.
- Minimize distractions behind the wheel.
- Be patient; expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
For more information on projects in northeast Minnesota, follow us on Facebook at https://facebook.com/groups/MnDOTnortheast and Twitter at @mndotnortheast. For real-time traffic and travel information in Minnesota, visit www.511mn.org.
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New Scott Olson Memorial Bench
The City has installed the New Scott Olson Memorial Bench.
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2021 Olson Memorial 5k Run/Walk and City Picnic
5K Run & Walk Starts at Ryan Park
Pre-register @ 8 am, Race @ 9 am
City Picnic @ Ryan Park
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
The City will provide hambugers and hotdogs, buns, plates, etc., water and lemonade. Please bring a dish to pass.
Hope we see you there!
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Blood Drive
You’re invited to donate blood. In the wake of COVID-19, blood supplies continue to be critically low.
Blood drives coming up in the Grand Rapids area: Appointments typically fill fast—there are three ways to schedule a time convenient for you:
Tuesday, July 13 from 10:00-5:00
Bloodmobile hosted at Grand Rapids High School, 800 Conifer Drive
Contact: Katie Thunshelle Phone: 218-327-5760 X41521
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Online: https://www.mbcherohub.club/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/67923
Thursday, July 29 from 10:30-5:30
Bloodmobile hosted by ElderCircleat United Methodist Church, 1701 SE 5th Ave, Grand Rapids (two blocks west of Grand Rapids Airport)
Contact: Lisa Randall Phone: 218-999-9233 x278
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Online: https://www.mbcherohub.club/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/67940
Friday, July 30 from 9:00-1:00
Bloodmobile hosted by ElderCircleat United Methodist Church, 1701 SE 5th Ave, Grand Rapids (two blocks west of Grand Rapids Airport)
Contact: Lisa Randall Phone: 218-999-9233 x278
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Online: https://www.mbcherohub.club/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/67941 218-999-9233400 River Road Suite #1Grand Rapids, MN 55744 www.eldercircle.org
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Ryan Park and Fraser Street Striping
A big Thank You to Tars and Stripes for the nice striping job they did at Ryan Park. They're on their way to Fraser Street now! Please slow down and respect their space as they work! They'll be back tomorrow afternoon to do the speed bumps on Walters and Pleasant.Thank you for your patience!
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MnDOT Hwy 2 LaPrairie Mill and Overlay Project
To keep up to date on the MnDOT planning progress for the Highway 2 LaPrairie Mill and Overlay Project go to their website at http://www.dot.state.mn.us/d1/projects/hwy2-laprairie/. The project includes pedestrian improvements including a shared paved should along Highway 2 from LaPrairie Avenue to Airport Road and a potential enhanced crossing at LaPrairie Avenue to Cromell Drive.
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Preliminary Flood Insurance Study and Flood Insurance Rate Map
Preliminary Flood Insurance Study and Flood Insurance Rate Map
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Itasca County Code Red System
Itasca County Code Red SystemItasca County Emergency Alert SystemTo sign up for the Itasca County Emergency Alert Program, click here.AboutGet alerted about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for our Emergency Alert Program. This system enables us to provide all Itasca County residents and businesses with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, unexpected road closures, missing persons and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods.You will receive time-sensitive messages wherever you specify, such as your home, mobile or business phones, email address, text messages and more. You pick where, you pick how.QuestionsEverbridge gives those who want to be included an easy and secure method for inputting information. The data collected will only be used for emergency notification purposes. Questions should be directed to the Itasca County Emergency Management Office, at (218) 327-7483 or emailing at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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Adopt -A-River Clean Up Days
The Itasca County SWCD will be doing it's Annual Adopt-A-River clean up this year on Thursday May 13th.