Archive for Jul. 1 2020
Authorities Looking For Suspicious Man Approaching Women in Fosston
Polk County authorities are asking for the public’s help in finding a suspicious man who has been approaching women in Fosston and asking them if they want a ride. The…
Read MoreMN Senate Opens Hearings on Unrest Following George Floyd’s Death
The Republican-controlled Minnesota Senate has opened hearings on the unrest that rocked the state after the death of George Floyd. The hearings are focusing on the destruction involving Twin Cities…
Read MoreHospitalizations in MN Due to COVID-19 Continue to Drop
Hospitalizations in Minnesota due to COVID-19 continue to drop, as do the number of people needing ICU beds. On Wednesday, the Minnesota Department of Health reported that 260 people are…
Read MoreMN Hospitality Groups Ask Bars, Restaurants, and Breweries to Follow Safety Guidelines
Minnesota’s leading hospitality organizations have issued an open letter to their members and customers this week to request that bars, restaurants, and breweries follow specific safety guidelines to remain open.…
Read MoreThe Outreach Program Hosts Meal Packing Event at Camp Ripley
The Outreach Program of Brainerd Lakes and the servicemembers of Camp Ripley joined forces earlier today to help provide meals for those in need. Shawn Hansen, the Executive Director of…
Read MoreGood Food, Good Life, 365 – Watermelon, Blueberry Sparklers
Blackduck Receives $50,000 USDA Grant For Equipment Improvements
The City of Blackduck has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the USDA in order to make equipment improvements for the upcoming year. Blackduck reached out to the USDA in…
Read MorePolk County Crash Leaves 16-Year-Old Bicyclist in Critical Condition
A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered life-threatening injuries today when he was struck by a car in Polk County. According to Sgt. Jesse Grabow of the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, James William…
Read MorePlane Crashes at a Private Grass Airstrip Near Brainerd
A small plane carrying two individuals crashed at a private grass airstrip near Brainerd. Both individuals suffered injuries. According to Crow Wing County Sheriff Scott Goddard, shortly after 11:00 a.m.…
Read MoreBrainerd Public Library Offering Free Gardening Webinar
The Brainerd Public Library announced today that a new free gardening webinar will be offered for community members of all ages. “Daylilies: Delightful and Diverse” will be presented by Master…
Read MoreMille Lacs Lake Closed for Walleye Fishing for July
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources announced today that Mille Lacs Lake is closed to walleye fishing for the month of July, with the anticipation of a fall walleye season…
Read MoreBemidji Police Asking For Help in Investigation Involving Flammable Items in Dumpsters
The Bemidji Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding those responsible for placing flammable items into dumpsters in downtown Bemidji on May 30th. Investigators found dumpsters with…
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