Work of Artist Elsie Husom on Display at Brainerd Public Library

A new art exhibit featuring the work of Elsie Husom is on display at the Brainerd Public Library through the end of June. The exhibit includes 20 pieces of both abstract...

Judy Garland Museum Director Reacts to Indictment in Stolen Ruby Slippers Case

Officials at the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids say they were surprised and saddened when the news broke that a Grand Rapids man was involved with the theft of the...

Bemidji Public Arts Commission Voices Concerns Over Lack of Communication

The Bemidji Public Arts Commission provided their 2022 annual report at May 15’s regular council meeting. A major talking point mentioned was the lack of...

Man Indicted in Theft of ‘Wizard of Oz’ Ruby Slippers Worn by Judy Garland

(AP) – A man has been indicted by a grand jury on charges of stealing a pair of ruby red slippers worn by Judy Garland in “The Wizard of Oz,” federal prosecutors in North...

In Business: Traveling Art Pub Blends Art Education with Business Partnerships

It’s what some people call an art studio on the move. The Traveling Art Pub has expanded over its 10-year lifespan from central Minnesota to the northwest, looking...

In Focus: Bemidji Community Theater Presents Locally Written Play ‘Corresponding Lives’

What happens when you take the unique story of two lifelong friends, a cast of actors, and a community theater wanting to put on a show? The answer is, of course, Bemidji...

First City of Lights Foundation Reveals Upcoming Additions to Holiday Light Show

With the last bit of snow finally melted, a local organization is already preparing for this upcoming winter holiday season. The First City of Lights Foundation in...

In Focus: Sanford Health Recognizes Native American Youth Photographers

The halls of Sanford Bemidji Medical Center now feature photographs from local Native American artists. “Eagles Come Telling Stories,” or Bi-Dibaajimowag, is...

Headwaters Music & Arts Seeking Vocalists for ‘Bemidji Sings’ Competition

Headwaters Music & Arts is currently offering up-and-coming Bemidji talent a chance to take center stage in their annual “Bemidji Sings” vocal...

Central Lakes Rotarians Holding Music Festival to Bring Awareness to Human Trafficking

To help end human trafficking, the Central Lakes Rotary Club is putting on their 2nd annual REHT (Rotary Ends Human Trafficking) Music Festival this July. Their goal is...

Retired MN Pastor Makes Debut as Author with “Campfire in the Basement”

Darrell J. Pedersen was a pastor for decades in the Brainerd Lakes Area. Now that he’s retired, he’s taken the art of writing quite seriously. Pedersen...

Bemidji Chamber Orchestra Showcases Semester’s Worth of Work with Performance

What happens when you give an orchestra several months to prepare for a concert? It’s a performance worth the wait, as last Wednesday, the Bemidji community saw...