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Take a scenic fall color drive through Minnesota’s state forests

Minnesota’s 60 state forests span 4.2 million acres and offer some of the most scenic fall color drives in the Midwest. From the boreal beauty of Finland State Forest in the northeast to the hardwood hills of Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest in the southeast, each forest offers a unique experience. Depending on the destination, visitors will see a spectacular mix of dark evergreen and vivid broadleaf trees set against a backdrop of bluffs, lakes or winding rivers.

Early antlerless-only deer season is Oct. 16-19

Hunters can participate in an early antlerless-only deer season from Thursday, Oct. 16, through Sunday, Oct. 19. The season increases opportunities for hunters in deer permit areas where deer populations are above population goals.

Statewide youth deer season returns Oct. 16-19

Minnesota offers a perfect opportunity for experienced deer hunters to share their knowledge and traditions with youth ages 10-17 during the statewide youth deer season.

Ask a Trooper: School Patrol…

Question: My grandkids get to be on their school’s “School Patrol.” I am so happy they get to help but can you talk about this? I want people to be aware to help keep them and everyone safe. Thank you for all you do.

Free community movie event and Dementia experience in Montevideo

The Montevideo Memory Loss Network (MAMLN) invites the public to a special free community event on Wednesday, October 22 at the Millennium Theater in Montevideo. Two showings of the film Still Mine will be offered at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., each paired with a unique interactive opportunity to step into the shoes of someone living with dementia.

Light Through the Strings Meander Weekend Concert

Dawson-Boyd Arts Association presents an intimate listening room concert featuring musicians Nikki Lemire and Doyle Turner at Madison Mercantile in Madison on Saturday, October 4 at 7:00pm.

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Pioneer PBS’ “Nordic Echoes” Exhibition Program nominated for Emmy Award

An 11-minute TV broadcast about the American-Scandinavian Foundation exhibition Nordic Echoes has been nominated for a regional Emmy® award. The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences — Upper Midwest Chapter announced on September 8, 2025 that a Pioneer PBS Postcards program filmed at the exhibition’s opening at Scandinavia