The Lake of the Woods Economic Development Authority (LOW EDA) applied for and received a grant from the Blandin Foundation to establish a strategic framework ...

If you’re a community member that wants to help create a Vision for the Future of Downtown Baudette and learn about how to grow our ...

Pet Pantry and Supply is a local and family-owned pet store serving Baudette & Roseau, MN. With over 20 years in the pet industry, they ...

“The Hawk” in Roosevelt, was recently reopened under the leadership of Richard and Shauna Morris. Lake of the Woods’ newest restaurant features fresh, unique twists ...

Kenny Lanes, the newly reopened bowling alley in Baudette, MN.   Taking the initiative to become an entrepreneur can be a stressful endeavor. Matt and ...

Originally from Northern Minnesota, after service in the Navy, Chad Fulton found his way to Long Beach California, where he met and married Vikki Fulton. ...

What does 16-year-old Riley Stromlund have in common with billionaires Jeff Bezos, Mark Cuban, and Richard Branson? They all started their first business before graduating ...

HRDC and HRFC are pleased to announce the rollout of our new Covid-19 Relief Loan Fund. This program is the result of a $3.14 million ...

To support and assist local businesses adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Click Here to Apply Purpose: To provide emergency recovery support to small local ...

This program will make available $10,000 grants to Minnesotan owned and operated businesses that can demonstrate financial hardship as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. ...

BAUDETTE, MN (June 12, 2020) – The AmericInn by Wyndham Baudette at 1179 Main St W. today announced it has been awarded the annual “Best ...

Background Governor Tim Walz’s Executive Order 20-33 requires each business in operation during the peacetime emergency establish a COVID-19 Preparedness Plan. This plan is designed ...

U P D A T ED 4 /15 /2 0 Proper cleaning and disinfection of lodging rooms at hotels, motels, and similar facilities is critical ...

Employers must develop and implement a plan that addresses the following components and post it publicly.  If workers can work from home, they must be ...

Executive Order 20-40, issued by Gov. Tim Walz on April 23, 2020, requires each business in operation during the peacetime emergency establish a “COVID-19 Preparedness ...

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) has established a loan program to provide a source of working capital to help businesses affected ...

Small businesses are the backbone of our communities. The Lake of the Woods EDA (EDA) recognizes that we’re all affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Among ...

Over the last few months, you may have seen our series of videos featuring stories of local residents and life in Lake of the Woods ...

Reed McFarlane, Lake of the Woods Schools, was recognized by The Minnesota Educational Facilities Management Professionals Association (MASMS) and awarded the 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award ...

IS YOUR STAFF PREPARED TO DELIVER GREAT SERVICE THAT BRINGS CUSTOMERS BACK? But, what if your staff doesn’t speak her native language? What happens when ...

Whether returning to their hometown or to a favorite family vacation spot, for many Minnesotans the Fourth of July holiday is a chance to head ...

If you are driving downtown you may have noticed a new store has opened, Ship Shop Baudette. Ship Shop is your one stop for shipping ...

Since 1998, Gary and Pam Larson’s Furniture Gallery has provided home furnishing to the Lake of the Woods area featuring  big city style and selection ...

Article & Photo Credit: Northern Light Region The new Maple Gate Apartment building officially opened over the weekend in Baudette. The 24-unit building is located ...

SPOTLIGHT BUSINESS: SANDPIEPER DESIGN, INC For Katie Pieper life in the Lake of the Woods Community is the right choice for her and her family. Katie ...

Dear Perspective Business-Owner and Entrepreneur: Thank you for considering starting a business in Lake of the Woods County, I think you will find that Lake ...

A Better Pace of Life and a Growing Business led the Blodgett’s to “Get Hooked for Life” in Lake of the Woods. Rick and Joyce ...

Article Credit: Doris Knutson Managing Editor Northern Light Region In the latter part of the 1950s, an idea that originated in the mind of Baudette ...

Being able to work and live in their favorite vacation destination led the Nerland Family to “Get Hooked for Life” in Lake of the Woods. ...

Article credit: Twin Cities Business Photo credit: Mike Hovde, Northern Light Region “Baudette-based ANI Pharmaceuticals Inc. posted strong growth in 2017 with its annual revenues ...

The city of Baudette has funds remaining for owner-occupied housing rehabilitation through the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Small Cities Development Program (SCDP). ...

Northern Light Region wins award in MNA’s The Northern Light Region staff attended the 151st Annual Minnesota Newspaper Association Convention, held last week, January 25-26, ...

Lake of the Woods, MN Chosen as the Site of the 2019 World Ploughing Competition Baudette, MN  (November 29, 2017)  Lake of the Woods in ...

CHI LakeWood Health in Baudette recently welcomed two new providers to its Therapy Department, Kyle Yoder, Physical Therapist and Kelly Yoder, Physical Therapist Assistant. Kyle ...

Fundraising campaign kicks off to reel in money for new Willie Walleye Article credit: Northern Light Region The City of Baudette made it official at ...

Small Town Life and Business Opportunity Led Vickie Hasbargen to “Get Hooked for Life” in Lake of the Woods. For Vickie Hasbargen, living in the ...

Page 1 Launches Promotional Product Division Page 1 Publications and the Northern Light Region launched their promotional products division with a launch party held last ...

New Construction Baudette, MN The Lake of the Woods EDA is partnering with the Headwaters Housing Development Corporation build two single-family homes in Baudette. The ...

Lake of the Woods Drifters Prepare for First Year of Trail Grooming By: Doris Knutson Northern Light Region After riding the Border/Northern Connection trails for ...

International Bridge Construction Set to Begin in May of 2018 Article Credit: Mike Hovde Northern Light Region Preparations for the new International Bridge linking Baudette ...

WANT TO START OR GROW YOUR OWN BUSINESS? If you’re not afraid to work hard, dream big & get creative, you can live your dream ...

Considering starting up a family child care business? The Lake of the Woods Economic Development Authority is now offering partially forgivable loans to new and ...

Broadband has revolutionized business, government, education, work and lifestyles. Without robust broadband access our communities will be unable to take advantage of the extraordinary benefits ...

AmericInn Breaks Ground on 18-room Expansion North Waters Hospitality, based in Bemidji, MN, became the new owners of the AmericInn Lodge and Suites in Baudette ...

Special Parking Restrictions & Road Closures to Accommodate July 4th Events Press Release The Baudette-Lake of the Woods Chamber of Commerce would like motorists to ...

Baudette Will Once Again Be The Place To Be On The 4th of July People are often heard saying, “There’s no place like Baudette on ...

The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners sponsored a buoy project designed to mark the location of the northern-most point in the continental ...

Join the fun in Baudette June 2 & 3rd at Willie Walleye Weekend!

Airline’s Hometown Lakes Project showcases Minnesota heritage and pride Article Credit: Doris Knutson Northern Light Region Last week, Sun Country Airlines out of Minneapolis announced ...

Article & photo credit: Doris Knutson Northern Light Region, March 15, 2017 At Enchanted Cottage, Lynn Furbish makes everything old new again While many crafters ...