Thief River Falls Regional Airport is a very busy airport. “We’re actually the third busiest cargo airport in Minnesota, behind only Minneapolis and Rochester,” said airport manager, Joe Hedrick.
In addition to cargo flights, Thief River Falls Regional airport offers passenger flights through Denver Air. Two regional jets, a 30-passenger and a 50-passenger, provide many daily options for passengers flying to and from Minneapolis.
Flying into, or out of, the airport is very convenient. “Being a rural airport, we have the pleasure of a more hassle-free security check in,” Joe shared. In addition, cars can park free, whether parking short-term or long-term.
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Looking Back on Welcoming Week and Building a Local Culture of Welcoming
Welcoming Week brought Thief River Falls residents together for concerts, tours, storytelling, and other community events. Organizations hosted activities that connected newcomers and longtime residents, highlighting the role everyone plays in building belonging and supporting workforce recruitment and retention throughout Pennington County. The celebration emphasized welcoming as a shared responsibility.
Child Care Business Health Matters to Thief River Falls’ Economy
New findings from First Children’s Finance highlight the importance of child care business health and the implications for local economies. Learn why sustainable child care matters to Thief River Falls families, employers, and workforce growth—and how understanding providers’ challenges can help guide community partnerships and support lasting local economic vitality.
Manufacturers’ Breakfast Scheduled for October 29
Celebrate our area manufacturers at the free Manufacturers’ Breakfast October 29 at DigiKey from 8:30–10:00 a.m. Hear Neil Linscheid discuss attracting and retaining residents in “A Place to Come. A Reason to Stay.” Tours follow breakfast. Registration is highly encouraged to expedite check-in. Join us in appreciating manufacturing’s vital economic contributions.
Building a Business Through His Lens
Join TREK October 6 to hear Chad Donarski, owner of Impact Photography. Discover how he’s building a business through his lens, emphasizing quality, creativity, and client relationships. Connect with entrepreneurs and fellow community members from 8:30–9:30 a.m. at 102 Main Ave N in Thief River Falls. People interested in business or entrepreneurship are encourage to attend.
Welcoming Week Brings Community Together September 12-19
Celebrate Welcoming Week in Thief River Falls September 12–19, 2026. Enjoy live music, local shopping, a historic walking tour, community open houses, and behind-the-scenes tours of Arctic Cat, DigiKey, and Northland Community & Technical College. Everyone is invited to connect, explore, and discover what makes our community feel like home.
Nonprofit Training Event September 10
Join other area nonprofit staff and board members for this free nonprofit training event hosted by the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits. This free Minnesota Council of Nonprofits nonprofit training event features practical board governance training, insights on the state of the nonprofit sector, networking, conversation and a meal. Nonprofit staff, board members and volunteers are welcome.
Advance Thief River to Receive National Impact Award
Advance Thief River and NWRDC have been selected to recieve a national impact award for their Thrive in Thief River project. The two organizations teamed with University of Minnesota Extension, Department of Community Development and EAPC Architects to develop Thrive...
From Public Service to Entrepreneurship
Join us for TREK on September 1 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in Thief River Falls, featuring local entrepreneur Brady Meunier. Hear how Brady transitioned from a 10-year career in law enforcement to co-owning Northstars Construction, Northstars Properties and Energy on Main. Learn about his journey into entrepreneurship, the realities of business ownership, and the importance of flexibility, family, hard work and community involvement. TREK is free and open to everyone.
Welcoming Week September 12-19
Celebrate Welcoming Week in Thief River Falls, Sept. 12–19. Join us for a week of celebrating the people, cultures, and connections that make the Thief River Falls area a welcoming place to live, work, and call home. Whether you’ve lived here your whole life, or just arrived, Welcoming Week is a chance to meet neighbors, learn about different cultures, and help build a stronger community together.
Building a Business Outdoors: Tony Dorn to Speak at TREK
Join Two Rivers Entrepreneur Kinnection (TREK) on August 4 in Thief River Falls as local entrepreneur Tony Dorn, owner of Kingpin Bear Baits & Scent, shares how he built a successful business around hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation. Learn from his entrepreneurial journey, enjoy coffee and networking, and connect with fellow entrepreneurs, business leaders, and community members. TREK is free and open to anyone interested in small business and a vibrant local economy.
