Archive for Jan. 7 2021
Itasca County Says Finish Line for Pandemic in Sight, But Patience Still Needed
Itasca County health professionals say the finish line is in sight for the COVID-19 pandemic, but they are still asking for diligence and patience in the coming weeks. Schools in…
Read MoreBrainerd Area Restaurant, Bar, and Brewery Owners Respond to Reopening
Governor Walz announced on Wednesday, Jan. 6 that bars, restaurants, and breweries could open the following Monday, Jan. 11 at 50 percent capacity, with no more than 150 people in…
Read MoreBemidji Middle and High Schools to Potentially Return to Hybrid Learning Model
ISD 31 leaders will be meeting with the Northwest Minnesota Regional COVID Support Team next Tuesday to seek permission for the school district to bring back middle and high school…
Read MoreAudrey Thayer First Native American Woman Elected to Bemidji City Council
On Monday, the Bemidji City Council officially welcomed new mayor Jorge Prince and first-time council member Audrey Thayer. Thayer is the first Native American woman to ever serve on the…
Read MoreGolden Apple: Crosby-Ironton School District Welcoming Students Back to the Classroom
Not only will students return to the classrooms next week, but a change in grading policy is helping students in the Crosby-Ironton School District return as well. After meeting with…
Read MoreGreater Bemidji Providing COVID-19 Relief Grants to Local Businesses
Beltrami County has been awarded $908,000 which will provide grants to local businesses and non-profits impacted by the pandemic. Greater Bemidji is administering these grants on behalf of the county.…
Read More44 New COVID-19 Related Deaths, 2,004 New Cases Reported Thursday
Today, Minnesota reported 44 new COVID-19 related deaths along with 2,004 new coronavirus cases. The deaths included three people from the Lakeland viewing area: One person from Aitkin County aged…
Read MoreBSU Men’s Hockey Excited for Opportunity vs. Red-Hot Falcons
Originally aired January 6, 2021 on Lakeland News
Read MoreBSU Men’s Basketball’s Thompson, Kone Making Impact for Team
Originally aired January 6, 2021 on Lakeland News
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