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The Recount Begins

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008 at 2:15 pm

The recount is officially underway in the race for the U.S Senate seat between Norm Coleman and Al Franken. Two area counties kicked off their recount this morning. Chisago County and Pine County are in the process of hand counting each of the ballots cast in the November 4th election. Over 14,000 votes were cast in Pine County on November 4th.

Local U.S. Senate Recount Schedule

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008 at 6:57 am

The recount begins Wednesday in the race for the U.S Senate seat between Al Franken and Norm Coleman.

Pine County

Where: County Board Room, Pine City

When: Wednesday, Nov. 19th @ Noon

Arrowhead Transit Budget Cut, Pine County Loses a Bus

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008 at 6:27 am

America’s economic hardships are weighing heavy on all facet of life. On Tuesday, the Pine County Board learned that now includes their upcoming public transit system. Jack Larson is the Transit Director with Arrowhead Transit. He told the board that Mn/DOT cut the system budget in half and that means Pine County will get one less bus when the service begins in January.

Tractor Involved in Weekend Three-Vehicle Crash

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008 at 12:24 pm

A Saturday afternoon three-vehicle accident in Milaca involving a John Deer Tractor, left two people injured.

[Audio/Gallery] First Look at P.C Elementary Renovations

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008 at 12:22 pm

Members of the Pine City School Board and area teachers met at the elementary school Monday. They were given a tour of the nearly $7-million dollar renovation project that includes five new classrooms, a gymnasium, and new media center. Elementary Principal, Dave Arola, says once complete the additions will mean a new level of education possibilities for local students.

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Man Dies in Hunting Accident

Monday, November 17th, 2008 at 10:37 am

Glen Henry Roeder passed away, Thursday, after he fell from his deer stand while hunting at his home. Isanti County Chief Deputy, Russ Monson, says Roeder got his leg stuck in the stand’s latter, and was unable to get out.


Hear Monson’s Statements:

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Benefit for Bette

Monday, November 17th, 2008 at 7:47 am

Bette Nelson is in the middle of a very difficult battle against cancer and her family would like to invite you to help meet her needs for medical treatments and other expenses!! Please come and enjoy good food and a fun outing with your friends, neighbors, and relatives. By doing so you will help Bette meet all of her financial needs during this difficult time.

American Diabetes Month

Monday, November 17th, 2008 at 6:54 am

November is American Diabetes Month. Nearly 24-million people have diabetes, according to the center of Disease Control and Prevention. Video from Step Out To Cure Diabetes Walk: September 27th, 2008.

Osceola Father, Former Court Judge Candidate, Charged for Child Porn

Monday, November 17th, 2008 at 6:31 am

A 37-year-old father of five from Osceola is facing possession of child pornography charges. Jason Pape was charged late last week for owning three computer hard drives and a thumb drive that contained images of minors involved in sexual conduct.

“Ball in the House” Performs for PCA

Friday, November 14th, 2008 at 6:30 pm

Ball in the House is performing at the Pine City Auditorium, Saturday, in support of the Pine Center for the Arts. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students.

Watch Ball in the House practicing Friday at Pine City High School:

Pawlenty Calls for Help of N’tl Guard in Mille Lacs Drowning

Friday, November 14th, 2008 at 4:31 pm

Saint Paul - Governor Tim Pawlenty today signed Emergency Executive Order 08-17, directing the Minnesota National Guard to assist the Mille Lacs County Sheriff in a search and recovery operation on Lake Mille Lacs. On October 29, 2008, a person was reported missing and presumed drowned. The Mille Lacs County Sheriff has requested National Guard resources to continue its efforts to locate the missing person.

Cast of “A Christmas Carol” on WCMP Morning Show

Friday, November 14th, 2008 at 8:04 am

Members of the cast of Pine City High School’s “A Christmas Carol” sat down with Courtney Foxx, on “The First Thing in the Morning Show,” Friday, to talk about the musical-play which opens next week. Hear the complete interview with Director, Brad Mariska, Trevor Clune (Scrooge), and Josh Palmer (Mystery).

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Pet Adoption Feeling Effects of Economy

Friday, November 14th, 2008 at 7:26 am

Sammy, available at Burnett ShelterRoughly 30 cats and dogs are sitting in the Burnett County Shelter, hoping to find an owner and a friend. This weekend, the Humane Society of Burnett County is hosting Adoption Day at the Tractor Supply Company in St. Croix Falls.


Kennel Manager, Lucas Avery:

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Denny Hecker Files Lawsuit

Friday, November 14th, 2008 at 7:15 am

Denny Hecker, the owner of multiple car dealerships throughout the state of Minnesota, including one in Pine City, filed suit against business partner Chrysler Financial on Thursday.

Isanti County Commissioner Race Settled with Recount

Thursday, November 13th, 2008 at 6:14 am

Eight votes separated Larry Southerland and Terry Turnquist in the race for the Isanti County Commissioner Two seat after the November 4th General Election. Eight days later, the number remained at eight. The Isanti County Auditors Office held the recount Wednesday at the Isanti County Government Center, and when all the ballots were counted, Incumbant Larry Southerland still had eight more votes.

[Video/Audio] Pine County’s Four Legged Crime Fighter

Wednesday, November 12th, 2008 at 12:53 pm

"Zap" and Deputy Paul Wiedenstrom


The Pine County Sheriff’s Department would not be complete with out a four legged crime fighter named “Zap.” Zap is in his final year of service for the county On Wednesday, he showed off his skills at the Pine City Senior Dining Site.


Watch Zap in Action:

Veterans Day: Stories and Memories of a Vet’s Son

Wednesday, November 12th, 2008 at 6:44 am

Dr. Jon Stratte gave a pair of presentations at city hall for Veterans Day. Stratte showed videos, letters, and artifacts his father, Dr. Alf Stratte, collected while serving in World War II.

RedRockOnAir.com Braggin’ Board

Monday, November 10th, 2008 at 6:14 am

Bag a Big One? Submit your hunting photos to the RedRockOnAir.com Braggin Board. Tell us what you shot it with, from how far away, and where you were hunting. Also include you name and how long you have been hunting. Submit photos to courtney@redrockonair.com and see the Board at Courtney Foxx’s Blog page.


(Natalie Kolling and her first deer, a 5 point buck shot Saturday morning at 7:00 A.M.)

Recent Local News

The Recount Begins

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

State forest classification plan completed for East-Central Minnesota

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

Local U.S. Senate Recount Schedule

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

Arrowhead Transit Budget Cut, Pine County Loses a Bus

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

Moore Leaving MPCA

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008

Tractor Involved in Weekend Three-Vehicle Crash

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008

[Audio/Gallery] First Look at P.C Elementary Renovations

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008
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RedRockOnAir.com Braggin’ Board

Natalie Kolling and her first deer, a 5 point buck shot Saturday morning at 7:00 A.M. Click Here for more

Congrats!

Pam Sword from Grasston is the winner of the Mini Quad ATV Giveaway. She registered in Grantsburg during a WCMP/WXCX Live Remote.

Check Out Courtney Foxx’s NEW BLOG!

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11-13-08 Pine County Sheriff’s Report w/ Sheriff Mark Mansavage

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