Bars and Restaurants Temporarily Close in Response to Increased COVID-19 Cases in Bemidji

There have been 33 cases of COVID-19 reported in Beltrami County in the past week. Some area bars and restaurants have temporarily closed in response. Over the weekend...

MN Lawmakers Back at Capitol For Special Session

Minnesota lawmakers were back at the Capitol today for the start of another special session, and legislative leaders say they’ve agreed on most details of a bonding...

Bemidji Parks and Recreation Offering Summer Activity Boxes

Because the Bemidji Parks and Recreation Department is not having their normal summer camp this year, they’re offering another alternative so that children can...

In Business: Graphic Packaging in Crosby Working to Increase Production

Graphic Packaging International in Crosby creates paper materials and machines to package common goods like beer, soda, and dry goods such as cereal. The company is...

BIR and Bemidji Speedway Welcome Back Fans and Racing

After a seven-week delay due to the coronavirus pandemic, the return of racing took place on Sunday at the Bemidji Speedway. Also on Sunday, Brainerd International...

499 New COVID-19 Cases, 2 Deaths Reported Monday in Minnesota

Minnesota reported 499 newly confirmed cases of coronavirus and two new deaths on Monday as Governor Tim Walz continues weighing whether to impose a statewide mask...

Annual Ruttger’s Summer Concert Series Scheduled to Go On

The Fourth Annual Ruttger’s Summer Concert Series in Deerwood is scheduled to continue through the rest of the summer with modifications. The concert series features...

Essentia Health Facilities Update Visitor Policy

The Essentia Health visitor policy has been updated to protect both patients and staff from the spread of COVID-19. Beginning immediately, only one visitor will be...