Posts by Shirelle Moore
In Focus: BSU Hosts 49th Annual Festival Of Nations
Bemidji State University celebrated the different backgrounds of all their students with the 49th annual Festival of Nations. The Beaux Arts Ballroom at BSU was packed with the song, dance…
Read MoreAmerican Indian Movement Planning Possible Boycott Of Bemidji Businesses
Leaders with the American Indian Movement (AIM) in Bemidji say a boycott of Bemidji businesses could happen in the near future in response to feelings of poor race relations around…
Read MoreGolden Apple: BHS Offers All-Women Automotive Class
“It’s a good chance to get to know your vehicle or basic maintenance,” says Genna Albrecht, a 9th grader who attends the Bemidji High School automotive class. Almost everyone drives,…
Read MoreLaporte Woman Injured In Crash
A Laporte woman was sent to the hospital last night after a single car crash on Highway 2 in Beltrami County. It happened Wednesday just before midnight. Minnesota State Patrol…
Read MoreBemidji Woman Dies In Crash After Stabbing Boyfriend & Fleeing From Police
A Bemidji woman is dead after crashing her car during a police chase, following a stabbing. The incident started last night, just after 10. The Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office was…
Read MoreBill Creating Task Force On Missing And Murdered Indigenous Women Receives 2nd Hearing
Today, a bipartisan bill that would create a Governor’s Task Force on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women received a second hearing before the Minnesota House Public Safety Committee. The bill…
Read MoreBeltrami County Unveils New Courtroom
Beltrami County has officially added a 4th courtroom to its judicial building in Bemidji. The Beltrami County Judicial Building was built 15 years ago, but even then, officials knew they…
Read MoreNewsboys United Coming To The Sanford Center
Officials at the Sanford Center in Bemidji have announced their latest summer act: the Newsboys will be coming to the arena on July 29th. Since arriving on the scene in…
Read MoreBeltrami County Offers Safety Tips During MN Severe Weather Awareness Week
“Before long, the winter weather advisories and winter storm warnings will be replaced with severe thunderstorm and tornados watches and warnings,” says Christopher Muller, emergency services director for the Beltrami…
Read MoreGOP Plans $2.3M Campaign In Minnesota Governor’s Race
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Republican Governors Association is planning a $2.3 million advertising buy for the Minnesota governor’s race just days after former Gov. Tim Pawlenty entered. The…
Read MoreIn Focus: Bagley Class Explores The Versatility Of Acrylics
You’ve seen watercolor and probably oil on canvas, but did you know you could get all those same effects just by investing in some acrylic paint? “Whatever you can create…
Read MoreWoman Faces Felony Charges For Stealing Drugs From Nursing Home Residents
Itasca County Attorney John J. Muhar reports that a criminal complaint was filed in the Itasca County District court charging 38-year-old Bobbi Jo Vandorn of Grand Rapids with 7 counts…
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