Posts by Mary Balstad
In Focus: Travel, Tubas, Trikes, and a Trailer Make Music in Bemidji
It’s a 3,000-mile journey that centered around music, travel and a tricycle to became an experience called “InnerTuba.” Tubist Jon Hodkin spent over 100 days traveling the Mississippi River from…
Read MoreBemidji United Way Kicks Off Community Campaign by Raising Over $263,000
With over $263,000 raised, the United Way of Bemidji Area kicked off their 2023 Community Campaign with major success. The campaign started yesterday at Lueken’s Village Foods North by not…
Read MoreFosston, Essentia Health to Enter into Mediation After 15-Month OB Care Pause
A central hub for medical services in northwest Minnesota could take possible legal action against Essentia Health if a core service is not restored. The city of Fosston is working…
Read MoreBemidji Police, ISD 31 Update School Resource Officer Policy Following New State Law
With new laws passed in the past legislative session and the removal of a single two-letter word in a statute, school resource officers in Minnesota can now face possible liabilities…
Read MoreIn Business: Bemidji’s “Copper Cauldron” Aims to Foster Spiritual Community
The owner calls it a “self-care shop” centered around the metaphysical. The Copper Cauldron Healing & Gifts is a shop in the Bemidji area that works to introduce people to…
Read MoreMississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative Meets in Bemidji for Annual Conference
Leaders of the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative (MRCTI) gathered in Bemidji this week for their annual conference. With a goal of discussing ways to preserve the river in…
Read MoreStarry Stonewort Confirmed in Dora Lake in Itasca County
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of an aquatic invasive species in an Itasca County lake. According to a news release, the DNR says that the…
Read MoreBemidji Considers Roundabouts for Traffic Control on Hannah Ave., Middle School Dr.
Bemidji may see more roundabouts along heavy traffic streets in the near future. At their latest meeting, the Bemidji City Council looked to support the option for roundabouts over other…
Read MoreBemidji Dog Show Sees Hundreds of Competitors for the Weekend
Man’s best friend took to the stage this weekend at the annual Paul Bunyan Dog Training Association United Kennel Club show in Bemidji. Roughly 800 competitors from across the nation…
Read MoreKiesler Wellness Center Holds Annual “Walk for Life” for Suicide Awareness in Grand Rapids
It’s a topic many groups are working to remove the stigma around: suicide. One such group is the Kiesler Wellness Center in Grand Rapids with their annual Walk for Life…
Read MoreFormer 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 felony count of…
Read MoreBemidji High School Opens Access to CNA Program with New Lab
As Bemidji High School welcomes students to a new school year, they are also introducing a new addition to one classroom. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program training lab provides…
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