Sen. Tina Smith Hosts Hearing on Native American Housing

In Minnesota, only 49% of Native households own their own home as compared to 76% of white households. Senator Tina Smith of Minnesota held a hearing to learn more about...

Brainerd Parks and Rec Board Discusses City Parks Going Tobacco Free

Members of the Brainerd Parks and Recreation board are discussing whether city parks should go tobacco free. Currently, Brainerd’s policy states tobacco use is not...

Bemidji Area Schools Celebrate the Start of Summer Break

Teachers, students, faculty and parents have all had to adapt quickly with the new changes schools have faced this year. Despite challenges, teachers worked together to...

Crow Wing County’s Roadside Cleanup App Now Available

A roadside cleanup app is now available for Crow Wing County residents. The “Pick A Mile” program is an easy-to-use app where residents can reserve a stretch...

Jeff Hanks Selected as New Lakeland PBS President and CEO

As we’ve previously reported, there are leadership changes on the way at Lakeland PBS. Longtime president and CEO Bill Sanford is retiring later this month. We...

With Hot Days on the Way, Doctors Say to Limit Time in Heat

With potential record highs 90s projected over the next couple of days, doctors are reminding people of the dangers of prolonged time spent outside. Doctors are saying...

Fishing Tips: Fishing Regulation Changes on Area Lakes

With summer now here, it’s that time of year again – time for Fishing Tips with two of the best in the business, Ray Gildow and Mandy Uhrich. In the opening...

Extreme Heat Conditions Expected This Weekend

The Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public of expected extreme heat conditions this weekend. Northern Minnesota is known for harsh winters, but...

Bemidji Parks and Recreation Kicks Off Summer 150k Challenge

The Bemidji Parks and Recreation department has started a new Summer Challenge to get out and move. It will be a virtual challenge that can be accomplished from any...

President Biden Announces International COVID-19 Vaccine Sharing Plan

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. will donate 75% of its unused COVID-19 vaccines to the U.N.-backed COVAX global vaccine sharing program, President Joe Biden announced Thursday...

More Than 200 New COVID-19 Cases Reported Thursday

The state reported 238 new coronavirus cases on Thursday and 10 new COVID-19 related deaths, none of which were in the Lakeland viewing area. The new cases came from...