Archive for Mar. 20 2020
Walz Considers “Stay at Home” Order as Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Reach 115
Minnesota now has 115 confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of Friday, March 20th. However, health officials say the confirmed cases figure represents just the tip of the iceberg, because not…
Read MoreMany See Anxiety Levels Elevated Due To Coronavirus Pandemic
With the rising number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state and the governor declaring a state of emergency that led to schools and businesses closing, people’s anxiety levels have…
Read MoreBrainerd Medical Supply Preparing For Increased Demand
Medical supplies are at a premium around the country due to the skyrocketing demand created by the novel coronavirus outbreak. Locally, Brainerd Medical Supply is preparing for any and all…
Read MoreHelp Wanted At Lueken’s Village Foods
The impact of COVID-19 has left many people in northern Minnesota without a reliable source of income, but due to the high demand for groceries, Bemidji area business Lueken’s Village…
Read MoreBill To Combat Infant/Toddler Childcare Crisis On Hold
Childcare providers in Beltrami County are limited by current child-adult ratios that keep daycare from operating at their potential capacity. Senator Paul Utke along with some Beltrami County licensed day…
Read MoreA Non-Holiday Miracle: Jaycees Light Up Paul Bunyan’s Christmas Tree During COVID-19 Pandemic
A trend that’s lighting up the nation during the coronavirus outbreak has made its way to Bemidji. As people across the country are self-quarantining or are working from home, some…
Read MoreUpdate: Signing Date Cancelled For Higher Education Resolution
The signing date regarding the higher education resolution in Indian Country has been cancelled. Tribal education officials announced the Memorandum of Understanding would be signed on March 25th, between 12…
Read MoreBrainerd International Raceway 2020 Races Will Still Go On Amid COVID-19
Brainerd International Raceway has announced its 2020 race schedule despite the COVID-19 outbreak. The first spectator race is scheduled for April 18th and 19th. Brainerd International Raceway has no immediate…
Read MoreNew Licensing Law For Assisted Living Facilities
The Heath Regulation Division of the Minnesota Department of Heath announced upcoming licensing changes for assisted living services. The Minnesota Legislature passed the new law last year, and it will…
Read MoreDuran Duran: A Diamond in the Mind
March 28 at 8pm — Tune in or stream with the PBS app and online at video.lptv.org. Grab a front row seat to the iconic band’s stunning performance at Manchester’s…
Read MoreAnnual Good Samaritan Bowl Events Postponed in Brainerd and Pine River
The Good Samaritan Society has postponed this year’s Good Samaritan Bowl events in Brainerd and Pine River to protect the health of the community. The 17th annual fundraiser was originally…
Read MoreBeltrami County’s Response To COVID-19
All departments within the Beltrami County campus are limiting in-person contact. Beltrami County is asking residents to use online and phone services to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Beltrami County…
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