Bemidji Discusses Possibility of Sanford Wellness Center in Railroad Corridor

The railroad corridor in Bemidji has sat vacant for years, and since 2017, the St. Paul Port Authority has studied the land quality of the lot. There has now been a plan...

Construction on the New Bridge in Pine River on Schedule

Construction on the new 220-foot bridge over the Norway Brook Dam in Pine River is on schedule. The $2.8 million project widens the road and will improve pedestrian...

Bemidji Diver To Be Featured on Discovery Channel Show

A Bemidji diver will soon be featured on a Discovery Channel show searching for lost treasure. The show, called “Expedition Unknown” and hosted by Josh Gates,...

In Focus: Bemidji’s Art in the Park Returns for 53rd Year

The Watermark Art Center will be hosting its 53rd annual Art in the Park two-day festival this weekend. You’ll be able to find hand-crafted items such as jewelry,...

Brooklyn Park Man Dies of Apparent Drowning in Hubbard Co. Lake

A 65-year-old Brooklyn Park man has died after apparently drowning in a Hubbard County lake. The incident happened on Little Mantrap Lake around 9 PM on July 12....

Minnesota Enters Drought Warning Phase

With 52 percent of Minnesota now experiencing severe drought and 4 percent in extreme drought, the state has entered the drought warning phase. With this designation, the...

Eckles Township Fire Now 70% Contained

State fire officials say the wildfire in Eckles Township, about five miles northwest of Bemidji, is now 70% contained and that it was started by a person. On July 15,...

Two Teens Injured in Personal Watercraft Crash on Rush Lake

Two teenagers were injured after the personal watercraft they were operating collided on Rush Lake in Crow Wing County. The Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office...