Posts by Shirelle Moore
In Focus: Watermark Art Center Celebrates One Year At New Location
“Things have gone much faster than we thought. I can’t believe we’re already at our one year anniversary,” says Lori Forshee-Donnay, the executive director of the Watermark Art Center. It…
Read MoreGolden Apple: Northern Elementary Inspires Creativity With Makerspace Classroom
If you take a look inside Northern Elementary School’s new makerspace classroom, you’ll find everything from building blocks and gears to rulers and toothpicks. The makerspace classroom is designed to…
Read MoreMail-Only Ballots Being Discussed For 2020 Presidential Primary In Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota political party leaders and state and local officials are considering mail balloting for the 2020 presidential primary, a dramatic change from past practices in which citizens…
Read MoreLocal “Heroes & Helpers” Take Kids On Christmas Shopping Spree
Santa got a little help once again this year thanks to the Bemidji Police Department’s 3rd annual “Heroes and Helpers” event. “I had so much fun because I got stuff…
Read MoreHoliday Phone Scam Targeting Businesses In Cass County
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public to be aware of a scam affecting area businesses. In the most recent scam call, the caller identifies themselves as a…
Read MoreCrystal Brook Senior Living Facility Hosts Grand Opening In Park Rapids
Welcome to Crystal Brook. The 80-unit senior living facility is now available to all seniors in the Park Rapids area. “This has been a 4-year vision or more to bring…
Read MoreNew Study Finds Minnesota Utilities Continue To Meet Or Exceed Energy-Saving Goals
SAINT PAUL — Minnesota utilities should be able to continue to meet or exceed their annual energy-saving goals over the next decade, according to a new study prepared for the…
Read MoreGovernor-Elect Tim Walz Brings Listening Tour To Bemidji
Governor-elect Tim Walz is off on a statewide listening tour. He recently made a stop in Bemidji to hear the voices of northern Minnesota. Walz says the goal of the…
Read MorePersell Maintains Lead After District 5A Recount
The Beltrami County State Auditor’s Office has completed a recount of votes for the District 5A race between Republican Matt Bliss and DFLer John Persell. Election day results from the…
Read MoreActivist Winona LaDuke Applies To Public Utilities Commission Seat
Winona LaDuke, Executive Director of Honor the Earth, has applied for a seat on the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) which is being vacated by outgoing chair Nancy Lange. In…
Read MoreIn Focus: Headwaters Music Students Show Skills At Winter Recitals
After months of practicing, the students of the Headwaters School of Music & Arts in Bemidji are finally showing off their talents for their annual winter recital. “I’m excited but…
Read MoreMnDOT Urges Drivers To Be Cautious When Driving Around Snowplows
With the possibility of snow totals forecasts for parts of the state of this weekend, the Minnesota Department of Transportation is urging drivers to use extra caution during plowing and…
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