Rising Hopes Foundation Hosting Job Fair in Brainerd Ahead of Freedom Ranch Opening

With the Rising Hope Foundation’s Freedom Ranch almost set for its grand opening in Brainerd, the organization is hosting a job fair this weekend with hopes of filling...

Free Park Day Set for Sept. 9 at All MN State Park & Recreation Areas

Originally posted Aug. 31, 2023 People will be able to visit Minnesota State Parks without paying a vehicle fee this Saturday. The upcoming “Free Park Day” is...

Some Small Towns in America are Disbanding Police Forces, Citing Hiring Woes

GOODHUE, Minn. (AP) — As Goodhue Police Chief Josh Smith struggled this summer to fill vacancies in his small department, he warned the town’s City Council that...

Brainerd Home Damaged by Fire, Family Able to Get Out Safely

A house in Brainerd was damaged by fire early this morning, but everyone inside was able to evacuate the home safely. Firefighters responded around 5:30 this morning to...

Road Resurfacing on Highway 197 in Bemidji to Begin Sunday

Motorists on Highway 197/Paul Bunyan Drive NW in Bemidji will experience overnight lane closures as crews are scheduled to begin resurfacing the road beginning this...

Former Middle School Coach Charged With Criminal Sexual Conduct

A former middle school volleyball coach is charged with criminal sexual conduct with a minor. According to court documents, Jeffrey Booge, 45, of Bemidji is facing one...