Archive for Jan. 14 2022
Brainerd Lakes Area Mourning Loss of Irma Cragun
The Brainerd Lakes Area is mourning the loss of Irma Cragun, co-owner of Cragun’s Resort on Gull Lake, who passed away on Monday. Her impact in the community affected many…
Read MoreWalker Community Mourns Death of Corrine Erickson, Beloved Mother and Wife
The communities of Walker, Longville, and Remer are mourning the loss of a beloved mother and wife, Corrine Elizabeth Erickson, who passed away at age 32 Saturday, January 8 due…
Read MoreBrainerd Jaycees to Hold Virtual Ice Fishing Tournament
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, last year’s Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza went virtual. Because of its success, the Brainerd Jaycees have announced a new and separate virtual event called America’s…
Read MoreOrton’s Gas Station in Walker Completes Its Remodel
The Orton’s gas station in Walker has a brand-new layout and design. This has been the first week since the reintroduction of the gas station and once inside, customers will…
Read MoreIn Focus: CLC Opens “The Nest”, A Multicultural Room for Students
A new multicultural center opened this past Wednesday at Central Lakes College in Brainerd called The Nest. The room is designed for marginalized students and contains a social justice mural…
Read MoreCrow Wing County Details Upcoming Highway Maintenance Activities
Crow Wing County has released an update on upcoming highway maintenance activities for next week. On Monday, January 17th, all County Offices will be closed in observance of Martin Luther…
Read More32 New COVID-19 Deaths, 11,560 New Cases Reported Friday in MN
The state today reported 32 new COVID-19 related deaths along with 11,560 new coronavirus cases. There were six deaths in the Lakeland viewing area: One person from Aitkin County between…
Read MoreNeedle-Felted Painting Workshop to be Held at Crossing Arts Alliance in Brainerd
The Crossing Arts Alliance in Brainerd is hosting a needle-felted painting workshop on Saturday, January 29th, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Needle felting is the art and craft of…
Read MoreSerious Concerns in Itasca County Due to COVID-19 Spiking Again
Even with more vaccinations and treatments in the area, health officials in Itasca County are concerned with the recent increase in COVID-19 cases. According to a recent release from Itasca…
Read More6-Year-Old Struck, Killed on Highway in Mille Lacs County
ONAMIA, Minn. (AP) — The State Patrol says an individual struck and killed on an east-central Minnesota highway was a 6-year-old girl. The patrol said the child was in the…
Read MoreBSU Men’s Hockey’s Owen Sillinger Nominated for Hobey Baker Award
Originally aired January 13, 2022 on Lakeland News
Read MoreCrosby-Ironton Boys Basketball Stays Perfect on Season with Win Over Greenway
Originally aired January 13, 2022 on Lakeland News
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