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We understand that media impacts people. Our hope is that, through the six channels we broadcast and through our online presence, we can provide media experiences that leave people more knowledgeable, empowered, connected, and curious.

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Lakeland PBS is your home for educational programming–everything from children’s shows to local news coverage–across an estimated 7,500 square miles in northern and central Minnesota. Our viewing area includes 383,500+ people. Our programs keep you informed and up-to-date on the world around you or let you disappear inside world-class fiction. Whether for learning or entertainment, Lakeland PBS has an experience built just for you.

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National Shows

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History Of The Future
Masterpiece
Call The Midwife
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Finding Your Roots
Express Way
Show Tiles
Great Performances
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Americs Test Kitchen
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Pbs National Show Nature
Pbs National Show Nova
Show PBS News Hour
Pbs National Show The American Buffalo
Rick Steves

Local Productions

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Lakeland News
Featured Local Show Lakeland Currents
Featured Local Show Common Ground
Featured Local Show Backroads
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One Room Schoolhouses
Marcell
Northern Pacific
Fire Chasers
Table For 7
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Birchbark Canoe

Latest Local News

Check out recent headlines from the lakeland region and beyond! We have local news stories and national headlines.

Community

Incident at Bemidji’s Paul Bunyan Mall Sends Shockwaves Through the Community

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Crow Wing County Administrator Tim Houle Announces Retirement

Business

Crow Wing County Gets Go-Ahead for Crosslake Roundabout Project

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100+ Women Who Care Bemidji Area Gives $11,500 to Evergreen Youth & Family Services

Sports

BSU Defenseman Kyle Looft Signs Contract with AHL’s Texas Stars

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BSU Softball Splits Home Doubleheader with Wayne State on Sunday

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Nevis Baseball Rolls 9-1 Against Lake of the Woods at Home

Business

In Business: How The Olde Open Window in Brainerd Has Evolved After 14 Years

Community

Colorado Man Seriously Injured in 1-Vehicle Crash in Morrison County

Crime

Red Lake Woman Found Guilty of Child Neglect and Endangerment

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Gifts to the endowment fund can be made through a variety of direct or deferred gift arrangements.

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When you become a station member, you can stream more of your favorite PBS shows–including Masterpiece, NOVA, Nature, and many more! Unlock all of the benefits of modern-day media with PBS Passport!

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Funding from the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment is making it possible for the six public television stations of the Minnesota Public Television Association (MPTA) to make an impact across Minnesota.

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