Archive for May. 22 2020
This Year’s Minnesota State Fair Is Canceled
The Minnesota State Fair will not be held in 2020. The announcement came on Friday, May 22nd following a meeting with the Minnesota State Agricultural Society, who governs the state…
Read MoreNew Highest Death Toll from COVID-19 in Minnesota
There have been 33 deaths from COVID-19 in Minnesota yesterday. This is a new one-day high for deaths reported since the beginning of the pandemic in the state, bringing the…
Read MoreRed Lake Man Indicted On Methamphetamine And Firearm Charges
United States Attorney Erica H. MacDonald today announced the unsealing of a federal indictment charging 46-year-old Arlin Maurice Thunder of Redby with one count of possession with intent to distribute…
Read MoreMorrison County to Receive Assistance For Damage From March Winter Storm
Importance of Protecting Skin From the Sun Stressed as Weather Warms Up
Davis, Smith Named Brainerd Athletes of the Year at Virtual All-Sports Banquest
Some Churches Defy Gov. Walz’s Order, Plan to Reopen Next Week
Churches across the state have been closed since mid-March. The Catholic Archdiocese of Saint Paul & Minneapolis and the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod have written letters to Governor Tim Walz saying…
Read MoreOutdoor Dining Options Available on June 1st, But Restrictions Still Apply
As restrictions start to loosen and more businesses across the state are starting to open up, restaurants and bars will now be allowed to add another option for customers to…
Read MoreEssentia Health Laying Off 900 Workers
Essentia Health is laying off 900 workers, or about 6% of its workforce, to make up for lost revenue due to the coronavirus pandemic. Essentia leadership made that announcement on…
Read MoreSafari North Wildlife Park Opens Drive-Thru Exhibit
Safari North Wildlife Park in Brainerd has opened their gift shop and drive-thru exhibit for the first time today in weeks. The park is not allowed to be open to…
Read MoreBrainerd Lakes Area Golf Community Helping Athletes Navigate Lost Season
Like all other Minnesota State High School League spring sports, the golf season was cut short this year due to COVID-19. But with some creativity and social distancing, local golfers…
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