Archive for Feb. 21 2023
Woman Dies in House Fire Near Aitkin
A house fire near Aitkin claimed the life of one woman on Monday. The Aitkin County Sheriff’s Office reports that they were alerted of the fire, located southeast of Aitkin…
Read MoreMinnesota Senate Moves to Restore Voting Rights for Felons
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Senate moved Tuesday to restore voting rights to convicted felons as soon as they get out of prison instead of continuing to require…
Read MoreThree People Charged for Conspiracy to Traffic Drugs on Red Lake Reservation
Three people are charged with conspiracy of and intent to traffic fentanyl and methamphetamine on the Red Lake Reservation. According to a press release, Derek Jon Paddy, 27, of Bemidji,…
Read MoreBemidji Local Holds Lecture on Finding Butterflies of the Northwoods
The Forest History Center in Grand Rapids started a lecture series this year that runs during the winter months through the end of April. As part of the series, they…
Read MoreIn Business: Two Hearts in Bemidji Finds New Location Almost a Full Year After Fire
After a fire almost put her store out of business, Govinder Davgun saw not only her staff come out to support her, but the Bemidji community as well. In March…
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