Archive for May. 13 2021
Walz to End State Mask Mandate Following New Federal Guidance
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is ending the state mask mandate, an announcement that followed new federal recommendations on face coverings. Walz said he would sign executive orders Friday ending the…
Read MoreOver 1,000 New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Thursday
The state reported 1,011 new COVID-19 cases today along with 19 new deaths, three of which occurred in the Lakeland viewing area: a Beltrami County resident between 75-79 years old…
Read MoreItasca County Still Experiencing High COVID-19 Case Numbers
Itasca County Public Health will be hosting clinics offering the one-dose Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) vaccine on Monday, May 17, 10:30-2:00 at Kiesler Wellness Center, 3130 SE 2nd Ave, Grand…
Read MoreBemidji Police Give Update on Wednesday Shooting
Bemidji police officials now say approximately 21 shots were fired at a man in a vehicle in Bemidji yesterday. The incident happened just after six last night in the area…
Read MoreTrial Postponed for Three Former Officers Charged in George Floyd’s Death
The August trial of three former Minneapolis police officers charged in the death of George Floyd has been postponed. A Minnesota judge delayed the case until next March so a…
Read MoreJudge Rejects Move to Invalidate Leases for Proposed Twin Metals Mine
A federal judge has rejected a second attempt by opponents of the proposed Twin Metals copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota to invalidate the mineral rights leases needed for the project.…
Read MoreLamplighter Community Theatre in Staples Ready to Reopen
The Lamplighter Community Theatre in Staples is ready to open its doors to the public. Back in November, the theater was preparing to present “The Last Five Years,” but that…
Read MoreGolden Apple: Lowell Elementary Teacher Awarded Brainerd “Teacher of the Year”
Erin Karlgaard, third grade teacher from Lowell Elementary in Brainerd, has won the Brainerd Public Schools’ “Teacher of the Year” award. The students were extremely happy to see their teacher…
Read MoreAnglers Can Prevent Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species
The approaching fishing season comes with a reminder from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to always follow state laws to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. It’s also…
Read MoreUpdated CDC Guidance States Fully Vaccinated People Can Go Without Mask
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a major step toward returning to pre-pandemic life, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention eased indoor mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people on Thursday, allowing…
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