The smoke event this week was significant - here's a look at some stats the team at MPCA compiled for hourly concentrations of fine particle pollution (this is a different measurement than AQI though the two are related). The monitor in Grand Portage set a new state record.

Land Services Staff started mowing the 13 hunter hiker trails in CWC. The trails are mowed twice a year, once in June & again in Sept. Stop by Land Services to grab a trail map & ask if your favorite trail has been mowed. Contact them at 218-824-1010 or [email protected]

Opioid Funding Applications Still Open. BLADE/Opioid Coalition are now accepting applications for the second round of opioid funding in Crow Wing County. The deadline to apply is June 30. dlvr.it/TKjpb7 #CrowWingCounty

06-04-2025 Community Focus – Crow Wing County 1067wjjy.com/episode/06-04-…

County maintenance crews will close a portion of County Road 111 between Vision Drive & Cedar Shores Drive, on Tuesday 6/10 from 7am to 3pm for a culvert replacement. Use an alternate route during this time. Final paving operations will take place after this date. #CrowWingCounty

The Brainerd Elks Lodge #615 Flag Day Ceremony is Saturday 6/14 at 4pm. The annual event is at the All Veteran’s Memorial outside the Historic Courthouse. #CrowWingCounty

The Crow Wing County Board of Commissioners have a County Board meeting at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, June 10th. You can watch live on our youtube channel. #CrowWingCounty youtube.com/channel/UC26vW…

Share your feedback in our Long Range Transportation Plan and check out what others are saying. gis.bolton-menk.com/inputid/?app=C… #CrowWingCounty

Work starts today on County Road 144 from TH 25 to TH 18, near the intersection of Butternut Road. On 6/18 the first of two detours will be in place as CR 144 will be closed from just N of Butternut road to approximately 2,800 feet south. crowwing.gov/149/Current-Pr… #CrowWingCounty

Parking Lot Closure June 23-30: The lot N of the Sheriff's Office & E of Community Services will be resurfaced & reopen July 1, weather depending. The public should park in the Judicial Center public parking on the N side of Laurel Street. dlvr.it/TLNslk #CrowWingCounty

The Sheriff’s Office has set up an emergency operations center at the Merrifield Lions Park. They are conducting storm damage assessments in the coming hours. If you need assistance, please call our dispatch non-emergency number at (218)829-4749. #CrowWingCounty

Road Closure: County Road 127 is currently shutdown from CR 3 to CR 137 for crews to perform highline repairs due to the storm damage. Please avoid the area at this time if you can. #CrowWingCounty

There doesn’t appear to be any significant damage to homes from this evening’s storm. Roads are open & most power should be restored soon. Biggest impact is from downed trees. If you have an emergency call 911 218-829-4749, or [email protected] Stay safe. #CrowWingCounty

The Crow Wing County Board of Commissioners have a regular Committee of the Whole meeting at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, June 17th. You can watch live on our youtube channel. #CrowWingCounty youtube.com/channel/UC26vW…

After a major storm, scam artists & identity thieves often try to take advantage of those cleaning up & needing repairs. Scams can involve anything from tree cleanup to roof repair. Watch for & report any suspicious activity. dlvr.it/TLPlxP #CrowWingCounty

Do you have damage to your home from Monday’s storm? Let us know & we can connect you with info. Email [email protected]. If you know of an elderly resident or someone needing assistance call our Sheriff’s Office so they can check on them. 218-829-4749. #CrowWingCounty

County offices will be closed on Thursday June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. #CrowWingCounty

We're in an extreme heat warning & some residents remain without power from the overnight storm. If you or someone you know needs additional support contact the Sheriff’s Office at 218-829-4749. If you have an emergency call 9-1-1. Please check on neighbors. #CrowWingCounty

Parking Lot Closure June 23-30: The lot N of the Sheriff's Office & E of Community Services will be resurfaced & reopen July 1, weather depending. Please park in the Judicial Center public parking on the North side of Laurel Street. dlvr.it/TLNslk #CrowWingCounty