06/02/2026
Corrine’s Corner
June 8 corner, 2026
100-dollar winner
Calendar Winner for the Clearwater County Fair Calendar Raffle
6-1-2026 – Fred Stinar, Bagley won $100.
Principal Tharaldson says Clearbrook-Gonvick students have registered for their classes next year. New students will have an opportunity to register in the fall at the back-to-school registration event. New Families with students who would be interested in attending Clearbrook-Gonvick next year are encouraged to contact the office to start the registration process this spring before summer break for planning purposes. You can call the school at 218-776-3112.
The Great War
Granlund Lodge #240 Sons of Norway presents a program with speaker, Dr. Caleb Curfman on Thursday June 11, 2026. Meeting at 6:30 PM with program beginning at approximately 7:30 PM at the Embassy Center, 603 3rd St NE, Fosston
Come Join the Parade
Vintage cars, tractors, floats, walkers, other creative entries (and even politicians) are welcome to join the parade in Gully on the 4th of July. The parade will begin at 10:30 am, with registration and lining up starting at 9:00. Prizes will be given.
Non-participants are invited to just come and watch!
Gully and Trail are jointly planning this 4th of July celebration due to it being our country’s 250 years of independence. Following the parade the celebration will resume in Trail.
What is coming up this summer
It starts June 5 to 7 with the Erskine Water Carnival.
July 3-4-5 – Gully and Trail celebrates 250 years of Independence
July 10 and 11 – Gonvick Rodeo
July 9 to 12 Polk County Fair
July 16-19 Pennington County Fair
July 23-26 - Marshall County Fair
August 1 – Thief River Falls – River Fest
August 6 to 9 - Clearwater County Fair.
Events coming up
June 2 – Blood Drive in Gonvick at the Gonvick Community Center. If you would like to donate call Shari at 218-556-1504 or Norma at 218-280-3973.
June 2 – 121st Annual Meeting for Garden Valley. 10:30 meeting. at Win-E-Mac School in Erskine. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Live broadcast will be available on the local TV channels.
June 5 – 7 – City wide Rummage Sale in Fosston.
June 8 – Clearbrook City Council meeting at 7:00 p.m.
June 11 – Gonvick City Council meeting at 500 p.m.
June 13 – Gonvick Legion Fish Fry starting at 5:00 p.m.
June 14 – Zion Cemetery steeple dedication. Time is 2:00 p.m. at the cemetery.
June 15 - Clearbrook-Gonvick School Board meeting
If you have a picture that you have taken at an event. Send to [email protected] so that we can put it on our web site. Include who, what and where would be great. Thank you
A reminder that you can go to www.tricocanary.com to see news from the area with the same things that were in the Tri County Canary each week of newspaper publication. Also, there is Leader-Record news and listing of area obituaries that come in each day and Corrine’s Corner. You can see past editions from March 11, 2015, to May 2025 that you can look through. These are all free thanks to the advertisers.
Clearbrook Senior Citizens Center
JUNE HAPPENINGS:
• Morning Cards Tuesday's at 9 am.
* Morning Cards Wednesday's at 8:00 am.
• Senior Center Shop Hours: Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday 10 to 1pm. (If OPEN sign light is on - it's open!)
Old & new items! Shop donations are always welcome and
appreciated! We welcome household donations (NO clothes,
please) and consignments.
• SENIOR CHAIR YOGA with Jim Askin - Mon. - Fri.
(SUMMER SEASON IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.)
• *LEVEL 3 Fridays at 9am.
• *LEVEL 2 9 : 0 0 a m on Mon. & Wed.
• *LEVEL 1 9 a m on Tues. & Thurs.
• 6/2 Board Meeting at 9:00am.
• 6/11 AND 6/25 Senior FOOT NAIL Service - one FREE foot
care per month, per member! 1pm to 3pm. Appointment
Necessary! Call #218-776-3154 or stop by the center to
make appointment.
• 6/11 BINGO at 11:45am - Call the day ahead to reserve a
spot for lunch: #218-776-3154 (Taco Salad)
• 6/16 LIVE MUSIC with Jerry Stormo at 11:45 + Door
Prizes! Jerry brings the 60's & 70's music to life for a
FUN, joyous time! Call the day ahead to reserve a spot for
lunch #218-776-3154
• 6/25 DIGITAL LEARNING & ASSISTANCE
for Seniors. 12pm-1pm. One-on-one assistance with
volunteer, tech guru, Jim Askin. Feel more confident
using your phone, tablets, and computers.
• 6/27 ICE CREAM SOCIAL Saturday from 4 to 5pm. FREE
WILL donation. Enjoy ice cream with assorted toppings, or
a root beer float, before heading over to play Bingo during
Clearbrook's Summerfest 2026.
BIG Thanks to Jim Askin for being a Meals on Wheels Driver,
Yoga Facilitator and Digital Tech help for our Seniors. YOU ROCK!!!
• "By the time you're 80 years old you've learned everything. Then,
you only have to remember it.” - George Burns
Ann Marie Newman
Writer/Artist/OopsyAnnie
972-922-5465
Senior Transportation Service for Clearwater County residents who are 60 & over. Rides are scheduled Monday-Friday. 48-hour notice required. Call 218- 888-2320 to schedule. This project is made possible in part under the Federal Older Americans Act through an award from the Land of the Dancing Sky Area Agency on Aging under an Area Plan approved by the Minnesota Board on Aging.
Clearbrook-Leonard Senior Meals
Monday, June 1 – Country Fried Stea, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Green Beans, Pudding with Toping.
Tuesday, June 2–– Chicken Lasagna, Garden Salad, Fresh Fruit, Cookie
Wednesday, June 3 – Meatloaf, Scalloped Potatoes, Candied Carrots, Rice Krispy Bar
Thursday, June 4 – Baked Chicken, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Mixed Vegetables, Ice Cream.
Friday, June 5 – Polish Sausage, Baked Sweet Potato, Sauerkraut, Poke Cake.
Monday, June 8 – Chicken Patty on Bun, 3 Bean Salad, Tri Taters, Fruit Cup
Interested in receiving meal deliveries, or dining weekdays at 11 am at the Clearbrook-Leonard Senior Center. Call 218-776-3154 for more information. Must be the day before the meal, or by 9 am on the day you plan to eat at the center.
Clearwater County Demolition Debris Landfill Hours:
Tuesday 10 am - 2 pm
Thursday 2 pm - 7 pm
Saturday 8 am - 12 pm
Located 1.5 miles NE of Bagley on County Road 24
UPS pickup
The Leader-Record office in Gonvick has daily UPS pick up for your return packages. Have your return label attached.
Passport Pictures
If you need a passport picture call Richards Publishing to set up a time to get that taken at 218-487-5225. Thank you
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is waiving vehicle permit fees at all 73 state parks and recreation areas. This Free Park Day is one of four days each year on which visitors don’t need a vehicle permit at state parks and recreation areas. The DNR offers one-free day in each season, giving Minnesotans an opportunity to experience the parks at different times of year.
Free days for Minnesota state parks and recreation areas in 2026 are:
• Saturday, June 13
• Friday, Nov. 27
Tidbits
Good news Doctor Bob Burgess of Gonvick who was helicoptered out to Fargo. He had 100% blockage of the LAD artery (or widowmaker) and after getting great treatment and 2 stents, he is doing much better. Thank goodness for all prayers for him
The wood ticks at out… If you find a tick, remove it immediately using fine-tipped tweezers. Grip it as close to the skin as possible and pull straight up without twisting. Clean the bite area with rubbing alcohol or soap and water, and monitor your symptoms for the next 30 days.
The 2028 NFL Draft is coming to U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, the NFL confirmed on Tuesday. The draft has evolved into one of the biggest annual events on the NFL calendar, drawing hundreds of thousands of fans to the draft and events around it. Wendy Blackshaw, president and CEO of Minnesota Sports & Events (MNSE), estimates that the draft will bring $100 to $200 million in economic impact.
Bonnie Stewart received the Fosston Service Award for her efforts in improving the arts culture in the town.
Cheryl Johnson of Roseau was found safe after a night in the Beltrami Island State Forest south of Warroad. She was spotted by helicopter.
Gene and Mary Scott will be celebrating her 50 years of marriage on Saturday, June 6 from 1 to 3 pm at the Lengby Community Center.
What are they thinking of next in Oregon. There is a proposal to ban hunting and fishing in the state. Who are these people and I hope that does not get anywhere.
The Bemidji Rotary and Bemidji Chamber of Commerce are excited to announce that the Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival presented by Paul Bunyan Communications will celebrate its 20th anniversary July 30 through August 1. Early Bird Team Registration is now open, and teams can save $100 off the registration fee if they sign up by June 1st.
The City of Gonvick, Minnesota is inviting bids from developers, investors, and business owners for the purchase and development of a centrally located commercial property within the City. The City is offering the following property for sale by public bid: Lots 8–12, Block 7, Original Townsite of the City of Gonvick, Clearwater County, Minnesota. This property provides an opportunity for commercial or mixed-use development in the heart of Gonvick and is being offered to encourage new business activity and economic growth within the community. Call the City of Gonvick 218-487-5243 for more information.
The Bemidji DAV Van runs through Shevlin, Bagley, Fosston, Clearbrook, and Leonard at no cost to Veterans 5 days a week except on holidays. Call 855-277-9787 for your free ride: Clearwater CVSO has our schedules with names and numbers.
Alcoholics Anonymous Questions? Call Jeffrey at 218-255-3829 Tuesdays 7 PM - At the Dome- West of Fireside, Bagley; Wednesdays 7 PM - At the Dome – West of Fireside, Bagley; Fridays 7 PM - Shevlin Fire Hall, Shevlin; Sundays 7 PM - At the Dome - West of Fireside Bagley.
Norwegian
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The “Shevlin Garden Club” meets on the third Tuesday of the month summer and fall at 6:30pm. Winter and spring the meeting is on the third Saturday of the month at 1pm. Locations vary. Like/join our page to stay up to date!
A reminder that you can go to www.tricocanary.com to get news from the area with the same things that were in the Tri County Canary each week of newspaper publication. Also, there is Leader-Record news and listing of area obituaries that come in each day. You can see past editions from March 11, 2015, to May 2025 that you can look through. These are all free thanks to the advertisers.
Clearwater Quilters Guild meets on the 3rd Wednesday and Friday of each month to sew or do your crafts such as knitting, crocheting. Contact Carol Peterson at 218-791-2177 or Carole Johnson at 218-556-3455 if you wish to do work at the Gonvick Community Center.
