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The Janzen Boys Family Folk Trio takes the stage tonight at Backus Community Center, International Falls student-athletes are earning recognition on the basketball court, and the community continues showing up for its young people — here’s what’s happening around the Falls this Thursday.
The Janzen Boys Family Folk Trio performs tonight at the John Faith Little Theatre inside Backus Community Center. Music kicks off at 7:00 p.m. — grab your tickets at thejanzenboys.com/tickets.
Mark your calendars: the Alumni Basketball Tournament is set for Saturday, April 4th. Registration is open for both current students and alumni through the Community Education store at isd361.k12.mn.us.
KOOTASCA Community Action continues its Circles of Support programming aimed at reducing social isolation. Weekly community meals happen Mondays from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at 822 NE 5th Ave and Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 811 NE 4th Street. The programming is funded in part by Age-Friendly Minnesota.
“Research indicates that the health consequences of social isolation can be as detrimental as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.”
Yesterday was Transit Employee Appreciation Day, and Arrowhead Transit took a moment to recognize the drivers, dispatchers, maintenance crews, and administrators who keep northern Minnesota connected every single day. Next time you step aboard one of their buses or call dispatch, take a moment to say thanks.
Congratulations to the International Falls players named to the Arrowhead All-Conference Girls Basketball Team. Both ISD 361 and the International Falls Broncos page shared the recognition — a well-deserved honor after a strong season on the court.
ISD 361 students competed in the MIEA Ojibwe Quiz Bowl, representing the Falls in this cultural knowledge competition.
It’s pie season for Bronco Baseball! The annual pie fundraiser is underway — message the ISD 361 page or contact your favorite Bronco Baseball player to get your pies ordered in time for Easter.
Thanks to the generosity of local folks, $1,545 was raised to help make sure kids who want to take part in activities at the International Falls school district can. A great reminder that this community looks out for its young people.
A reminder from Rainy Lake Medical Center: the Rainy Lake Clinic offers extended hours — 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday — so you can schedule care around your life, not the other way around. Whether you’re bringing in a child before school or stopping by after work, they’re there for you. Call 218-283-5503 to book an appointment.
The City of International Falls has posted the minutes from the March 2 City Council regular meeting. Read the full minutes on the city website.
The Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign continues through April 6th, and Koochiching County Food Access is encouraging donations. All funds and food donated during the campaign receive a partial match — every bit helps your neighbors right here in Koochiching County.
You can mail a check to KCFA, PO Box 5, Int’l Falls 56649 or donate online at kcfoodaccess.org.
KCFA is also in need of plastic shopping bags. Drop them off at the Alano Club, 410 5th Ave on Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Voyageurs Conservancy is still buzzing from Canoecopia this past weekend, where staff and volunteers connected with hundreds of people excited to explore Voyageurs National Park. Some were discovering the park for the first time, while others were fine-tuning routes and campsites for their visit. Interested in volunteering for future outreach? Sign up at voyageurs.org/volunteer.
Open water fishing season is on the horizon, and Rainy Lake is calling. Both the Rainy Lake Visitors Bureau and Rainy Lake Houseboats are encouraging anglers to start planning their trips now — the lake is known for trophy fishing and unforgettable days on the water.
It’s Women’s History Wednesday at the Koochiching County Historical Society, and this week’s feature is Mary Colwell and the Colwell sisters. Born in London, England in 1852, Mary eventually made her way to what was then known as Koochiching — now International Falls — where she filed a homestead and built the town’s first confectionery.
After losing her husband Charles during construction, she finished the build on her own and opened the doors herself. Her daughter Agnes later married Dan Holler and renamed the shop Holler’s Confectionery. The original location on old Second Street moved to Fourth Avenue around 1906, and by 1917–1918 was located at 316 3rd Street — where Pick Me Flowers stands today.
Coffee Landing Cafe is tempting taste buds today with Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies and Double Chocolate Strawberry Banana Muffins. Get there while they last.
Sammy’s Pizza keeps the lunch specials rolling — yesterday’s lineup featured Soup & Salad ($11), Turkey Melt with chips ($12), and Honey Sriracha Chicken Wrap with fries ($13), with Chicken Wild Rice and Potato Bacon soups on the stove.
Over at The Library Restaurant, the soup board featured Guinness Stew, Taco Soup, and Hungarian Mushroom — stop by to see what’s on today.
Ronnings is getting ready for Easter and spring. Their Bitty Bogg Bags make the perfect Easter basket — fill them with Crocs, YETI gear, books, candy, Ronnings Popcorn, squishies, slime, or swimsuits. New spring clothing arrivals are also hitting the racks.
Tilson Bay Company is now taking individual and team orders for custom sports-themed items — perfect for players, parents, and end-of-season gifts. Available for any sport or special occasion. Message them to get started.
Small Town Tech has a timely tip for gardeners: use AI to plan your garden. Tell it your planting zone (we’re Zone 3a–3b up here), your frost-free window (typically late May to early June), and what you want to grow — you’ll get a full planting schedule and spacing guide in seconds.
Looking for summer work? The IF Area Chamber of Commerce is sharing summer 2026 job opportunities — spots fill fast, so apply soon. Meanwhile, Border Bob’s is updating applications for summer help. Stop in if you’re interested in joining their team.
