Posts by Sarah Winkelmann
Better Business Bureau Provides Tip for Ordering Flowers on Valentine’s Day
Burnsville, MN – February 9, 2018 – Valentine’s Day is a banner day for many, particularly couples, hopeful romantics, florists and gift shop owners. Flowers and balloon arrangements are always…
Read MoreCLC Student Conquers Cancer, Shares Story Through Music
“It was just really scary to hear that happen, you know? That something is inside of you that isn’t normal,” said Hannah Aldrich, a cancer survivor. That was the initial…
Read MoreGov. Dayton Eyes March 14 for the State of the State Address
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Gov. Mark Dayton is penciling a mid-March date for his final State of the State address.Dayton sent a letter to House Speaker Kurt Daudt Thursday…
Read MoreArt Sector Economic Impact Study Reveals Large Numbers in Morrison County
It all started with a goal. “I wanted to look for some way to be able to gather those numbers,” said Mary Warner, Morrison County Historical Society Executive Director. And…
Read MoreBrainerd Schools Soon Accepting Nominations for Teacher of the Year 2018
The Brainerd School District will soon be collecting nominations online for Brainerd Teacher of the Year 2018. Anyone is able to nominate a Brainerd Public School District teacher that made…
Read MoreInfluenza Causing High Hospitalization Numbers in Brainerd
Across the state of Minnesota, the flu virus is widespread, and Brainerd is no exception. “It has been a rough flu season,” said Kari Russell, Infections Prevention Specialist at Essentia…
Read MoreThree Arrested After Drug Bust Near Staples
Three Staples residents were arrested after officials found methamphetamine, heroin and marijuana in a home near Staples in Thomastown Township. Holly Marsh, 40, Colleen Marsh, 57, and Timothy Marsh, 62,…
Read MorePillager Puzzlers Win Nation’s Largest Jigsaw Puzzle Contest
A jigsaw puzzle competition was held as part of the Saint Paul Winter Carnival last weekend, and out of 78 teams from around the country, the Pillager Puzzlers were the…
Read MoreDeputy Pat Pickar Announces Run For Crow Wing County Sheriff
Crow Wing County Deputy Pat Pickar has announced his intent to run for Crow Wing County Sheriff in the 2018 election. According to a press release, Pickar is a lifelong…
Read MoreIn Focus: Brainerd Pottery Artist Shares His Inspiration
After dealing with PTSD, one Brainerd Lakes artist is using his pottery skills as therapy. “This is called horsehair pottery, and it’s from the Acoma Indians,” Kevin Matthews said. Matthews…
Read MoreLake Bemidji State Park Holding Candlelight Walk/Snowshoe Event
On February 10, Minnesota State Parks and Trails will host more than 30 candlelight events, including one at Lake Bemidji State Park. You can either hike or snowshoe with stars…
Read MoreGolden Apple: Brainerd High School Students Learn About Local Trade Careers
“It gives these high school students an opportunity to just look at options past high school,” said Colleen Faacks, the Mid Minnesota Builders Association Chief Administrative Officer. The tech shop…
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