Posts by Chantelle Calhoun
Minnesota Department of Human Rights Files Civil Rights Charge Against MPD
The Minnesota Department of Human Rights will begin an investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department, after filing a civil rights charge related to the death of George Floyd. Investigators will…
Read MoreOperation Sandwich Delivers Weekly Meals Amid COVID-19
Bridges of Hope is offering its Operation Sandwich Program in Brainerd this summer by providing free meals to children and families in need. Volunteers are distributing a week’s supply of…
Read MoreLakewood Health System’s Eagle Bend Clinic to Reopen on June 1
Lakewood Health System’s Eagle Bend clinic will reopen next week to see patients for preventive care of ongoing medical conditions. Lakewood’s Browerville clinic will be dedicated to seeing patients with…
Read MoreBrainerd Residents Protest in the Wake of George Floyd’s Death
A peaceful protest in the wake of George Floyd’s death was held in Brainerd today, coming after the second day of ongoing protests in Minneapolis that have quickly turned violent.…
Read MoreTwo-Vehicle Accident Involving ATV Near Pierz
A two-vehicle accident occurred when a teen driver pulled his ATV out in front of a vehicle at the intersection of 153rd Street about six miles east of Pierz. The…
Read MoreBrainerd Fourth of July Fireworks Show Will Still Go On Amidst Parade Cancellation
After announcing the cancellation of the annual Fourth of July parade, Brainerd Community Action still plans to hold this year’s fireworks show. Additional information will be released in the coming…
Read MoreAmerican Red Cross in Urgent Need of Blood Donations
The American Red Cross is in urgent need of blood supply as hospitals begin non-urgent and elective surgeries, increasing the demand for blood. Those who donate will receive a Red…
Read MoreDragon Forge Games in Brainerd Looking Forward To Fully Reopening
As the Governor continues to lift restrictions, area businesses are beginning to see customers return. Dragon Forge Games in downtown Brainerd is looking forward to reopening completely, all while keeping…
Read MoreTwo Occupants Involved in ATV Accident in Little Falls
A man and a woman were taken to the hospital on Sunday after their ATV rolled southwest of Little Falls. According to a report from the Morrison County Sheriff’s Office,…
Read MoreBrainerd Memorial Day Ceremony Broadcasted On Facebook Live
Every year since 1968, the Brainerd Area Memorial Day Committee honors veterans of the Armed Forces with a Memorial Day parade, but due to COVID-19 restrictions, the committee held a…
Read MoreIn Focus: Aitkin High School Choir Premieres Virtual Concert
The Aitkin High School Concert Choir recently premiered their first ever virtual concert. Students recorded their performances remotely, while producers worked to bring all the recordings together. The concert has…
Read MoreThis Year’s Minnesota State Fair Is Canceled
The Minnesota State Fair will not be held in 2020. The announcement came on Friday, May 22nd following a meeting with the Minnesota State Agricultural Society, who governs the state…
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