Posts by Hanky Hazelton
In Business: Northern Pacific Center Offers Entrepreneurs Opportunities to Start a Business
The Northern Pacific Center in Brainerd is a 150-year-old property that’s been restored and now houses modern-day events and shops. As they continue to expand and build, they want entrepreneurs…
Read MoreLakes Area Rescue Looking for Volunteers, Equipment Donations as They Expand Services
Lakes Area Rescue, which provides emergency medical services to Crow Wing County, Cass County, and parts of Brainerd, has recently expanded to cover East Gull Lake. In the past year,…
Read MoreFive Women Inducted Into Brainerd Public Schools’ Legendary Women Hall of Fame
Brainerd Public Schools recently honored five women who previously graduated from Brainerd High School and inducted them into their Legendary Women Hall of Fame. Those chosen for the honor have…
Read MoreRandall Fire Department Replaces Old Turnout Gear Thanks to Community Funding
Thanks to $82,000 in funding, the Randall Fire Department has been able to replace nearly 20-year-old equipment with new turnout gear. Turnout gear protects a firefighter when responding to calls,…
Read MoreIronton Community Steps in to Help Firefighter and His Family After House Fire
The town of Ironton and its residents have stepped up to help one of their own. Ironton firefighter John Juracek and his family lost just about everything to a recent…
Read MoreIn Focus: CLC Performing Arts to Host Minnesota Songwriters in Conversation
Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center is partnering with B93.3 for a night of music and conversation with “Songwriters in the Round” this Friday. Three artists originally from Minnesota –…
Read MoreGolden Apple: Nisswa 3rd Grade Students Portray Heroes Past & Present
Famous scientists, athletes, politicians, and more could be found at Nisswa Elementary on Thursday for the school’s annual wax museum event. The wax museum is an annual tradition at the…
Read More48-Year-Old Perham Woman Found Dead in Deerwood
A 48-year old woman from Perham was found dead in Deerwood on Wednesday. The Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office reports their dispatch center received a call at approximately 12:43 p.m.…
Read MoreLocal Cardiologist Gives Tips on Good Heart Health for American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month, and according to the CDC, the leading cause of death for people in the United States is heart disease. In Minnesota, more than 8,500 people…
Read MoreBrainerd Declares Snow Emergency & Snow Removal for Thursday Morning
With a winter storm on the way, the city of Brainerd is declaring a snow emergency starting Thursday morning. To keep individuals safe, all roads and sidewalks need to be…
Read MoreSoulful Horse in Pequot Lakes Receives Over $15,000 to Support Program for Youth
Soulful Horse in Pequot Lakes has received over $15,000 in donations to support their work in helping youth learn fundamental life skills and gain self-esteem. Last month, Soulful Horse was…
Read MoreBrainerd Lakes Area Police Officers to Receive VR De-escalation Training
Through funds provided by Sourcewell, the Breezy Point Police Department has purchased new virtual reality equipment to help officers train for a number of situations. The Apex Officer X2 VR…
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