Posts by Chantelle Calhoun
Sanford Bemidji Receives CPR Devices to Confront Cardiac Threat From COVID-19
The Sanford Bemidji Medical Center recently received seven LUCAS mechanical CPR devices donated by the Helmsley Charitable Trust to care for patients during the pandemic. On April 21st, the Leona…
Read MoreBemidji Bus Line Brings Awareness to Staggering Halt Due to COVID-19
The Bemidji Bus Line is working in partnership with hundreds of motor coach bus companies from around the country that are headed to the U.S. Capitol and the National Mall…
Read MoreBrainerd Public Library Holding Art Contest For Book Club Readers
One Book, One Minnesota is a new statewide book club that invites Minnesotans of all ages to come together virtually to read a selected book. To encourage more reading, the…
Read MoreBrainerd Public Library Offering Curbside Pickup to Check Out Books
Like many organizations in our area, the Brainerd Public Library has adopted the curbside pickup process as a way to still offer books to patrons. Residents can call to make…
Read MoreMinnesota Dept. Of Human Services Launches Webpage For Mental Health Awareness Month
The Minnesota Department of Human Services has launched a webpage with a broad range of mental health resources for those struggling with stress and anxiety during the COVID-19 crisis. Mental…
Read MoreNursing Program at NTC Plans to Hold Virtual Pinning Ceremony
The nursing program at Northwest Technical College in Bemidji will honor its 2020 graduates by holding a virtual pinning ceremony. The nursing students will be formally admitted into their new…
Read MoreNisswa Chamber Creates Guide To Reopen Businesses
The Nisswa Chamber of Commerce has created a guide that business owners can follow to create a safety plan in order to reopen their businesses. After the Governor’s announcement that…
Read MoreMinnesota National Guard Conducts Flyovers Honoring COVID-19 Frontline Workers
The Minnesota National Guard has conducted flyovers to recognize those on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic response. The flight was scheduled for Wednesday, May 6th at 10:55 a.m. beginning…
Read MoreMid-Minnesota Women’s Center Begins New Campaign To Raise Money For Services
The Mid-Minnesota Women’s Center in Brainerd is asking for the community’s help to raise funds after having to cancel their annual fundraiser and most of their events. The women’s center…
Read MorePolice Attempting to Locate Suspect Involved In Firearm Assault In Merrifield
Deputies and officers throughout Crow Wing County assisted in looking for a suspect who was wearing a handkerchief over their face when they discharged a firearm from their vehicle, while…
Read MoreBig Al’s Bar & Grill in Emily Offers Live Music and Curbside BBQ
Big Al’s Bar & Grill in Emily held a live music event over the weekend to bring awareness to small businesses who rely on the community for support. Patrons listened…
Read MoreBemidji Chamber to Speak With Gov. Walz About Reopening Local Businesses
The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce is hosting a call with Governor Walz this week, and the Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce will be a part of that call to discuss…
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