Be sure to activate your online access that is free as part of your print subscription by visiting pineandlakes.com/activate. Here are highlights of what was published in the Echo Journal e-papers online every day in the past week. Each e-paper is seven to nine pages of world, national, state, business, entertainment and sports news:
Thursday, June 10: Canada takes steps to lift border restrictions. Visit Zippel Bay State Park on Lake of the Woods. “In the Heights” musical arrives in theaters.
Friday, June 11: Demand soars for Ford’s all-electric F-150 Lightning. Rising cost of lumber even causes picnic table prices to soar. Brisbane is set to land the 2032 Olympics.
Saturday, June 12: First Caribbean cruise has two passengers test positive for COVID-19. “Crazy Rich Asians” director has regrets about stereotypical depictions. The legacy of “Raiders of the Lost Ark” as film turns 40.
Sunday, June 13: States ply COVID-19 unvaccinated with incentives. Courage Kenny fishing contest offers outdoor fun for adults. College Football Playoffs looking at expansion.
Monday, June 14: Florida city sells its water tower by mistake. Clothing brands bet all-day workout gear is here to stay. Minnesota Lynx to retire two players’ numbers.
Tuesday, June 15: U.S. exceeds 600,000 COVID-19 deaths. Bargain airfare ends as demand increases. Former Beach Boy Brian Wilson details good and bad vibrations in documentary.
Wednesday, June 16: Find this week’s Echo Journal pages, along with extra pages of state, national, world, sports, business and entertainment news