Archive for Apr. 12 2018
Bemidji School Board Approves Five Candidates For Superintendent
The Bemidji Area School Board approved a slate of five candidates tonight for their open superintendent position. They are: Rochelle Johnson – current Cass Lake-Bena Superintendent Dr. Tony Kinkel –…
Read MoreBrainerd Boys Tennis Eyes State Tournament
The Brainerd tennis team brings back a large portion of their roster from last year, where they won 20 games and made it to the section finals. “We already have…
Read MoreGolden Apple: BHS Offers All-Women Automotive Class
“It’s a good chance to get to know your vehicle or basic maintenance,” says Genna Albrecht, a 9th grader who attends the Bemidji High School automotive class. Almost everyone drives,…
Read MoreBemidji State University Begins 100-Year Centennial Celebration
It was 100 years ago today that the ground was broken for the Bemidji Normal School. Fast forward 100 years, and Bemidji State University spent the day honoring its 100…
Read MoreBrainerd Police Participate In Statewide Distracted Driving Campaign
You might see additional police cars on the road the next few weeks as extra distracted driving enforcement is now underway. The Brainerd Police Department is just one of over…
Read MoreMan Convicted In Rose Downwind Murder Case To Be Resentenced
A Bemidji man who was sentenced to almost 17 years in prison for aiding an offender in connection with the murder of a Bemidji woman is entitled to a new…
Read MoreMinnesota Gov. Dayton Criticizes His Predecessor Pawlenty
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton is criticizing his predecessor, Republican Tim Pawlenty, who has announced plans to seek his old office. Dayton told the Star Tribune…
Read MoreLaporte Woman Injured In Crash
A Laporte woman was sent to the hospital last night after a single car crash on Highway 2 in Beltrami County. It happened Wednesday just before midnight. Minnesota State Patrol…
Read MoreBrainerd YMCA Hosting Free Healthy Kids Day
On Saturday, April 21, the Brainerd Family YMCA is holding a free community event to inspire more kids to keep their minds and bodies active. The event will run from…
Read MoreHighway 6 Lane Closures In Emily Begin April 30
Motorists who travel Highway 6 through Emily will encounter construction crews, heavy equipment and potential delays after a project to reconstruct Highway 6 and the Highway 6/County Road 1 intersection…
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