Pinen County News

The website pinecountynews.com features two community newspapers: the Pine City Pioneer and the North Pine County News. These publications serve the Pine County area in Minnesota and are part of NorthStar Media, which also publishes the Star Gazette (mlstargazette.com) and the Evergreen Shopper in Moose Lake, Minnesota. Additionally, NorthStar Media produces the Isanti-Chisago County Star, a free newspaper available in Cambridge, Minnesota, and has a commercial web printing division located in Cambridge. NorthStar Media is owned by Gene Johnson, who resides in White Bear Lake. The Pine City Pioneer, which has been in circulation since 1873, reaches an audience of 2,500 readers. The North Pine County News, which continues the legacy of the Askov American, Hinckley News, and Pine County Courier, also has a circulation of 2,500. The Hinckley News originated in 1891 under the name Pine Wood Dart, while the Pine County Courier was established in 1894. The Askov American began its publication journey in 1914.

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Fawn Meadows water main loop goes out for bid

1 week ago | pinecountynews.com | T.A. LeBrun

The water main loop at Fawn Meadows development north of Pine City will go out for bid, according to the Pine City Council. The project would run water from the tower north of town from 16th Avenue to Fawn Meadows Way through an undeveloped area. Pine City Engineer Greg Anderson from SEH has drafted plans and specifications with a large construction window of August through November of this year in hopes of getting more competitive bids.
Good people

1 week ago | pinecountynews.com | Bruce Thompson

If you have visited with me, you have often heard, “There are a lot of good people out there.”In the challenges I have endured these past two years, many “Good People” have shown compassion, support and love. A person really finds out who his friends are in the darkest of times. These people cheer us on to better days and a positive outlook. Another thing you hear me say is, “Bad things happen to good people.” Our world is marked with sin right from the days of Eve and Adam.
Pokegama takes on cannabis zoning

1 week ago | pinecountynews.com | T.A. LeBrun

Pokegama Township is so far the only township in Pine County to create their own cannabis zoning ordinance, other than Royalton Township who eventually decided to fall under the county’s ordinance. Pokegama’s ordinance to regulate cannabis businesses is allowed under state statute under Minnesota Statute, chapter 342, which authorizes townships “to protect the public health, safety and welfare” of their residents by regulating cannabis businesses within the legal boundaries of the townships.
Stormy weather

1 week ago | pinecountynews.com | T.A. LeBrun

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County cannabis zoning ordinance concerns continue

2 weeks ago | pinecountynews.com | T.A. LeBrun

Cannabis farms continue to be a concern in Pine County as residents speak up about issues that may affect their livelihood. Issues including odor of cannabis plants and processing, affecting air quality to those residents living adjacent to farms; light noise of facilities; and moral concerns are ongoing concerns. Those concerned say the original ordinance was about right as far as strictness goes but that the final ordinance is not strict enough.
Cannabis zoning concerns continue

2 weeks ago | pinecountynews.com | T.A. LeBrun

Cannabis farms continue to be a concern in Pine County as residents speak up about issues that may affect their livelihood. Issues including odor of cannabis plants and processing, affecting air quality to those residents living adjacent to farms; light noise of facilities; and moral concerns are ongoing concerns. Those concerned say the original ordinance was about right as far as strictness goes but that the final ordinance is not strict enough.
Flying high in Rush City and beyond

2 weeks ago | pinecountynews.com | T.A. LeBrun

For Kevin Nelson, who grew up in Rush City, flying comes second nature having gone up with his father Mark Nelson in small aircrafts before he could even remember. The Rush City Airport was Kevin’s stomping ground growing up as his parents owned and operated Hawk Aviation, a single-operator flight school founded in 2001. Kevin’s dad Mark is also a pilot for SkyWest Airlines as his day job. Growing up around the flight school, it was almost inevitable that Kevin would soon by flying.
Fly-in draws a crowd

2 weeks ago | pinecountynews.com | T.A. LeBrun

Many come out for the annual Rush City Regional Airport Fly-In/Drive-In where the Lions hold their pancake breakfast, color guard presents colors, food and drinks are enjoyed, kids enjoy bouncy house, and warbirds, antique planes, classic cars, antique tractors are on hand. Some attendees enjoy airplane rides as well!
MS-150 Bike Ride

2 weeks ago | pinecountynews.com | T.A. LeBrun

Bikers roll through Pine City and take a rest at the fairgrounds for a 150-mile bike ride from Proctor to White Bear Lake to raise money for a multiple sclerosis cure.
Softball team honors

2 weeks ago | pinecountynews.com | Andrew Burger

The 2025 Girls Varsity Softball season came to a close at this year’s awards banquet where players, coaches and families gathered to honor a year filled with dedication, growth and standout performances. The evening began with a shared meal before transitioning into an awards ceremony that reflected the heart and soul of the team. Emily Stewart was a dual award winner, earning both batting champion and hardest hitter.