Originally an Ojibwa village by the name of Chengwatana, which loosely translates to "white pine town," was in the general area that was to become Pine City. The Dakotas were the first in the region, then both the Dakota and the Ojibwa were there, and it was primarily Ojibwa by the early 1800s. Lumbering began with the Treaty of St. Peters in 1837, but the industry was initially limited to the available waterways. In 1848, the Ojibwa community of Chengwatana formed as an incorporated village, becoming the county seat of Pine County in 1856. In the late 1800s, European settlers came to work in the woods, and a railroad was built to support the logging industry. Pine City grew, and was platted in 1869. In 1872, two years after a fire destroyed the courthouse in Chengwatana, Pine City became the county seat. Pine City incorporated as a village in 1881, while nearby Chengwatana declined, becoming a ghost town. Over the years, several attempts were made to move the county seat to Hinckley or Sandstone, as these localities are more centrally located, but Pine City has prevailed in these efforts. In 1939, Pine City built a two-story city hall, but gave it to the county fearing that it would lose the county seat due to the need for more office space. In 1952, the courthouse burned, and a new one was built onto the north end of the one-time city hall, which is used in part by the city today. In 2007, a few years after a failed attempt to split the county, a new courthouse was built on the northern edge of Pine City. The city is served by Interstate Highway 35 and County Roads 7, 8, 9, 11, and 61. Pine City is situated along the southern and southwestern shores of Cross Lake, while Rock Lake is in southern Pine City. Nearby localities include Beroun, Grasston, Greely, Henriette, and Rock Creek. Grantsburg and Benson, Wisconsin are sixteen and twenty-one miles east and southeast of Pine City, respectively. Topics related to Pine City Township may also be listed here.
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The official municipal web site for the central-eastern Minnesota city offers a profile and history of the city, and an overview of city departments and services, ordinances, fee schedules, and a calendar of events, council meetings, agendas and minutes. Utility bills may be paid online, and a business resource and relocation guide, economic development resources, and a guide to the city is put forth.
http://www.pinecity.govoffice.com/
Located in Pine City, Minnesota, the non-profit, volunteer-driven organization provides a facility to be used as a gathering place for artisans and art lovers, including art gallery space, classes, lessons, and events, including a summer arts program for children, special events, and music lessons. Class schedules, online registrations, and a gallery schedule are posted to the site, along with membership and sponsorship opportunities, contacts, and a blog.
http://pinecenter.org/
The Chamber is a not-for-profit organization made up of business owners and others in Pine City, Beroun, Brook Park, Grasston and Rock Creek, as well as some businesses in Grantburg, Hinckley, Mora and Rush City. Member policies and services, meeting schedules and a member directory are posted to the site, along with visitor and relocation information, and a guide to local attractions, events, and business resources.
http://www.pinecitychamber.com/
Affiliated with Lions Club International, the Pine City, Minnesota service organization meet on the first and third Thursday of each month at the American Legion in Pine City. Meeting times and announcement are posted to the site, along with a calendar of events, membership information, a list of club officers, and promotional video. Special events are highlighted on the site, with an overview of the organization.
http://www.pinecitylions.com/
The weekly newspaper is published in Pine City, Minnesota, the county seat of Pine County. Offering local and regional news and sports stories, a calendar of events, obituaries, local announcements and public notices, classified adverting, and multimedia resources. An archive of past editions is available in PDF format, and subscription services, advertising opportunities, and contact are posted to the site.
http://www.pinecitymn.com/
Providing a PK-12th grade education, the public school district operates Pine City Elementary School, Pine City Junior Senior High School, and an early learning center, alternative learning center, and community education program. District schedules, policies and reports, lunch menus, a directory of faculty and staff, and announcements are posted to the site. Meal payments, registration fees, and other fees may be paid online.
http://www.pinecity.k12.mn.us/
Located in Pine County, Minnesota, Pine City Township was organized in 1874. Operating as a separate political entity from the city of Pine City, the official township web site offers an administrative and departmental contact directory, a schedule of township meetings, meeting minutes, and access to various permits and forms. Hall rental policies, public notices, announcements, public notices, and links to local resources are included.
http://www.pinecitytownship.com/
Pine County is in east-central Minnesota, including the Chengwatana State Forest, General Andrews State Forest, Banning State Park, St. Croix State Park, and the Nemadji State Forest. County board agendas and minutes are posted on the official county site, along with administrative contacts, its comprehensive plan, a calendar of events, and employment opportunities. A private login for employees is included.
http://www.co.pine.mn.us/
Pine Technical & Community College
Established in 1965, PTCC is a two-year college in Pine City, Minnesota. Directions and schedules are published to the site, and its liberal arts and transfer degrees, advanced manufacturing degrees, automotive and business programs, computer science and information technology, education and human services, gunsmithing and technology, specialized diplomas, American sign language, and nursing accreditations are featured.
http://www.pine.edu/
Pokegama Lake RV Park & Golf Course
Family owned and operated, the recreational vehicle park, campground, and golf course are located on forty acres in Pine City, Minnesota. Park rules, feature and amenities are stated, along with a park brochure, office hours and contacts. The adjoining golf course offers nine holes of golf. Golf rates, club rentals, cart rentals, and seasonal rates are put forward, and a gallery of photographs depict the guest accommodations, common areas, and golf facilities.
http://www.pokegamalakervandgolf.com
Situated on the Snake River in Pine City, Minnesota, roughly halfway between the Twin Cities and Duluth, the four-bedroom, three-bath rental home can accommodate up to ten guests. A 30-foot by 25s-foot crafting space is also available. The accommodations are described in detail, with photographs, an availability calendar, rates, and payment options. Area attractions are highlighted, and reservations may be made through the site.
http://www.sunnysideretreatinmn.com/
On the northern end of Cross Lake, just outside of Pine City, Minnesota, the three-bedroom cabin is available for rent by the week or weekend. The cabin's features and setting are described in detail, and a gallery of photographs is included, along with directions, a list of amenities, and suggestions of what you should bring if you are renting the cabin. Rates, an availability calendar, and contacts are included.
http://www.pinecitycabinrental.com/