PassportPosts by Haydee Clotter
Bemidji Awarded Bird City Designation
Hastings and Saint Paul, Minnesota have something in common: they’re the first two Minnesota Bird Cities, and now Bemidji is on the list. There are a few requirements to receive…
Read MoreCommunity Spotlight: Follow The Yellow Brick Road To The Wizard Of Oz Festival
For 42 years, the Grand Rapids community has celebrated their favorite daughter, Judy Garland – better known as Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz. “After 78 years now, it’s still…
Read MoreMinnesota Wildfire Academy Prepares Future Firefighters
Wildfires can spread fast and need to be handled quickly. The next level of firefighters were up to the challenge. The 17th Annual Minnesota Wildfire Academy was held at Itasca…
Read MoreSevere Weather Warning Issued
The U.S. National Weather Service issued a special weather statement, which is in effect until 4:30 p.m. Shower and thunderstorms will develop across the northern half of Red River Valley…
Read MoreFatal Motorcycle Crash In Polk County
One person is dead after being involved in a motorcycle crash. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, a 2006 Honda motorcycle was northbound on Polk County Road 4 of Spruce…
Read MorePrince Remembered On His Birthday With New Music
To honor the anniversary of Prince’s death, his sister, Tyka Nelson, released a new music video for her song,” End of the Road.” The video features a peek into the…
Read MoreToday In History
Today is Wednesday, June 7, the 185th day of 2017. There are 207 days left in the year. Here are a few things that happened on this date in… In…
Read MoreUpcoming Lane Closure In Mille Lacs County
Beginning on Monday, June 12, motorists traveling northbound U.S. Highway 169 between County Road 11 and County Road 19, north of Milaca, may encounter traffic and delays due to the…
Read MoreBirds, Bees and Butterflies Celebration Week Is Happening In Bemidji
Bemidji has plenty of activities lined up to promote birds, bees and butterflies in the community. Here’s what you can do in honor of Birds, Bees and Butterflies Celebration Week:…
Read MoreLab Supervisor In Philando Castile Manslaughter Trial Will Continue To Testify
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A lab supervisor at the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is expected to continue testifying in the trial of an officer who fatally shot a…
Read MoreLevel 3 Sex Offender To Be Released In Bemidji
The Bemidji Police Department (BPD) wants to inform the public about the release of a level three sex offender. Tadashi David Anderson, 27, engaged in sexual contact with a 14-year-old…
Read MoreNew Bike Law Will Ensure Safety Of Bicyclists
The next time you’re out for a bike ride, it’ll be a lot safer for bicyclists and drivers sharing the roads. A new law allows motorists to pass a bicycle…
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