Archive for Dec. 13 2021
Investigation at Brainerd HS After Student Brings Unloaded BB Gun to School
An investigation is underway at Brainerd High School after a student brought an unloaded BB gun to school last Wednesday. In a letter to parents, school principal Andrea Rusk says…
Read MoreSertoma Winter Wonderland in Brainerd Opens for Health Care Workers
The Brainerd Area Sertoma Club’s Winter Wonderland at the Northland Arboretum is usually only open Wednesday through Saturday during the holiday season, but not this week. After a successful night…
Read MoreIn Business: New Owners Keep Walker Bay Coffee Co. Going for the Community
As many locals know, Walker Bay Coffee Co. has been around for many years, serving the quaint town of Walker hot coffee, soups, sandwiches, and even pastries. Previous owner Deb…
Read MoreStaples Man Arrested Following High-Speed Chase in Wadena County
A 44-year-old Staples man has been arrested following a high-speed chase in Wadena County. The pursuit started on County Road 2 on a vehicle traveling west and involved speeds of…
Read MoreChauvin Expected to Plead Guilty in Floyd Civil Rights Case
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin appears to be on the verge of pleading guilty to violating George Floyd’s civil rights. A federal docket entry on Monday…
Read MoreTom Welle, Longtime Bemidji Community Leader, Passes Away at 71
Tom Welle, a longtime community leader in Bemidji, has passed away Thursday, December 9th at the age of 71 after a long battle with prostate cancer. Welle served as president…
Read More3,655 New COVID-19 Cases, 46 Deaths Reported Monday in MN
The state today reported 46 new COVID-19 related deaths along with 3,655 new coronavirus cases. There were five deaths in the Lakeland viewing area: Two people from Cass County, one…
Read MorePequot Lakes School District Closed Monday Due to Safety Threats
The Pequot Lakes School District cancelled all classes and school events Monday citing alleged safety threats to the district. In a joint letter from the Pequot Lakes Police Department and…
Read MorePerson Affiliated with Minnesota State University Has COVID Omicron Variant
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A person affiliated with Minnesota State University, Mankato has the state’s second confirmed coronavirus case involving the omicron variant. University President Edward Inch has sent…
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