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The non-profit, which uses restorative justice practices as an alternative to the traditional juvenile court system, is ...
09/16/2024

The non-profit, which uses restorative justice practices as an alternative to the traditional juvenile court system, is inviting the public to take part in the fundraiser event on Sep. 28 at Cragun’s Legacy Courses in East Gull Lake.

The Lakes Area Restorative Justice Project will be holding a celebration for its 20th anniversary on September 28th at Cragun’s Legacy Courses in East Gull Lake. For two decades, the Lakes Area Restorative Justice Project, is a non-profit organization that uses restorative justice practices as an ...

The one-day event tackled the demands women in the region face and was also was focused on identifying and exploring res...
09/16/2024

The one-day event tackled the demands women in the region face and was also was focused on identifying and exploring resilience building.

The GFWC Nevis Area Women’s Club brought the women of central Minnesota together for its Empowering Women | Resilience Conference Friday morning. The one-day event not only tackled the demands women face in the region, but also was focused on identifying and exploring resilience building and helpi...

ICYMI: Last Thursday, the BSU men's hockey program unveiled a commemorative bronze bust of former head coach R.H. “Bob” ...
09/16/2024

ICYMI: Last Thursday, the BSU men's hockey program unveiled a commemorative bronze bust of former head coach R.H. “Bob” Peters, which will overlook the entrance to the rink at the Sanford Center.

They say heroes live forever, but legends never die. BSU men's hockey immortalized former head coach R.H. "Bob" Peters on Thursday night with a commemorative bust made of bronze that will overlook the entrance to the rink at the Sanford Center. Over 100 former and current players, as well as…

Elections officials are making changes to Minnesota’s automatic voter registration system after finding some potentially...
09/15/2024

Elections officials are making changes to Minnesota’s automatic voter registration system after finding some potentially problematic entries, but they say they are not aware of anyone ineligible who has been registered to vote via the system.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Elections officials are making changes to Minnesota’s automatic voter registration system after finding some potentially problematic entries, but they say they are not aware of anyone ineligible who has been registered to vote via the system. The Secretary of State’s Off...

If successful, the move would put the predators under states’ oversight and would allow hunting in the Great Lakes regio...
09/14/2024

If successful, the move would put the predators under states’ oversight and would allow hunting in the Great Lakes region, which had been suspended by a court order. Protections will remain in place pending the court’s decision.

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — The Biden administration on Friday asked an appeals court to revive a Trump-era rule that lifted remaining Endangered Species Act protections for gray wolves in the U.S. If successful, the move would put the predators under state oversight nationwide and open the door for hu...

The clinic was held for children with bone, muscle, or joint problems, who are examined to see if they can get a referra...
09/14/2024

The clinic was held for children with bone, muscle, or joint problems, who are examined to see if they can get a referral to Shriners Children’s in Woodbury.

On Friday, for the first time since 2019, the Headwaters Shrine Club of Bemidji held their annual screening clinic at Sanford Bemidji Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center. Children with bone, muscle, or joint problems could get examined by the Shriners, who then referred the patients to Shriners Chil...

Nevis won 43-6, with five different players accounting for the Tigers’ first five scores. They’re now 3-0 on the season ...
09/14/2024

Nevis won 43-6, with five different players accounting for the Tigers’ first five scores. They’re now 3-0 on the season and improve their win streak to 16, building off last year’s undefeated 13-0 campaign.

The defending 9-player state champion Nevis Tigers picked up right there they left off last season, beating Sebeka 44-12 in Week 1 and winning 18-12 in overtime over Ogilvie in Week 2. On Friday, Nevis was hosting Hill City/Northland. The Tigers were sporting the alternate black uniforms for homecom...

Both teams came into the matchup undefeated at 2-0, but the Lumberjacks would fall to the Spuds 57-28. Bemidji will retu...
09/14/2024

Both teams came into the matchup undefeated at 2-0, but the Lumberjacks would fall to the Spuds 57-28. Bemidji will return home for their homecoming game next week.

Bemidji football was on the road Friday night at Moorhead. Both teams came into the matchup undefeated at 2-0. The Lumberjacks fell to the Spuds 57-28 and suffer their first loss of the season. The Jacks return home for their homecoming game next week.

The Pioneers would defeated Minnewaska 26-21 Friday night. They will host Albany next week.
09/14/2024

The Pioneers would defeated Minnewaska 26-21 Friday night. They will host Albany next week.

Pierz football was looking to stay undefeated Friday as they hosted 1-1 Minnewaska. The Pioneers would go on to beat Minnewaska 26-21 and improve to 3-0 on the year. They will host Albany next week.

Pequot Lakes exploded for 35 points en route to a 35-14 victory over Two Harbors. The Patriots have outscored their oppo...
09/14/2024

Pequot Lakes exploded for 35 points en route to a 35-14 victory over Two Harbors. The Patriots have outscored their opponents 133-34 through their first three games and play Esko at home next week.

Pequot Lakes was on the road Friday night at Two Harbors. The Patriots were trying to remain unbeaten on the year after a 2-0 start. The team exploded for 35 points en route to a 35-14 victory over Two Harbors. The Patriots have outscored their opponents 133-34 through their first…

In team results for the boys, Brainerd placed 3rd and Bemidji finished in 5th, while on the girls' side of things, Brain...
09/14/2024

In team results for the boys, Brainerd placed 3rd and Bemidji finished in 5th, while on the girls' side of things, Brainerd came in 4th and Bemidji in 7th.

Brainerd was hosting the Section 8AAA Preview for cross country on Friday, where Bemidji was running as well. Brooke Wenz was the top performer for the Warrior girls, finishing eighth overall in 20 minutes and 39 seconds. Chloe Derby stood out for the Lumberjacks, finishing 11th overall in 21 minute...

The Jacks have something special going this season, as Bemidji won all seven matches against Moorhead Thursday afternoon...
09/13/2024

The Jacks have something special going this season, as Bemidji won all seven matches against Moorhead Thursday afternoon, and while they played a tough one with Fergus Falls earlier in the day, they came out on top 4-3.

A little over midway through the season, Bemidji girls' tennis is a perfect 13-0, and for the first time in program history, they are receiving votes in the Class AA Minnesota Tennis Coaches' Poll. But on Thursday, the Lumberjacks were focused on their next opponents. Bemidji hosted a triangular, ta...

Two people who went missing near Lower Rice Lake on Wednesday were rescued and then cited by the White Earth Police Depa...
09/13/2024

Two people who went missing near Lower Rice Lake on Wednesday were rescued and then cited by the White Earth Police Department for violating ricing regulations as non-enrolled tribal members.

A search to find two missing people near a Bagley area lake resulted in the White Earth Police Department citing two people for violating ricing regulations as non-enrolled tribal members. The two individuals were reported as lost near Lower Rice Lake early yesterday afternoon, and after unsuccessfu...

Kelsey Rutland of Lake George has been charged with 26 felony counts of either theft, attempted theft, or racketeering f...
09/13/2024

Kelsey Rutland of Lake George has been charged with 26 felony counts of either theft, attempted theft, or racketeering for allegedly using gift cards fraudulently to steal more than $30,000 worth of merchandise from Reeds Family Outdoor Outfitters in Walker.

A Lake George woman has been charged with 26 felony counts of either theft, attempted theft, or racketeering for allegedly using gift cards fraudulently to steal more than $30,000 worth of merchandise from Reeds Family Outdoor Outfitters in Walker. The thefts occurred over a period of two years. 38-...

The plan assesses the natural hazards that pose risks to the reservation and identifies ways to minimize the damage of f...
09/12/2024

The plan assesses the natural hazards that pose risks to the reservation and identifies ways to minimize the damage of future events. Comments or questions can be submitted to Leech Lake Emergency Management.

Leech Lake Reservation residents, community leaders, business owners, area agencies, and organizations now have an opportunity to share how sever weather events impact their property and lives, as well as to share their ideas on how to reduce local impacts in the future. A release from the Leech Lak...

A panel voted 2-1 in favor of Essentia in their dispute with the city of Fosston. City leaders have been trying to get d...
09/12/2024

A panel voted 2-1 in favor of Essentia in their dispute with the city of Fosston. City leaders have been trying to get decision-making authority of the hospital back after Essentia relocated labor and delivery services from Essentia Fosston to about 60 miles away at Essentia Detroit Lakes in 2022.

Essentia Health will continue to operate the hospital, clinic, and assisted living and long-term care facilities in Fosston, plus clinics in Bagley and Oklee, following an arbitration ruling in their favor. An arbitration panel voted 2-1 in favor of Essentia in their dispute with the city of Fosston...

Management company ASM Global said the facility will require an influx of $350,000 to meet its current and projected cas...
09/12/2024

Management company ASM Global said the facility will require an influx of $350,000 to meet its current and projected cash requirements, but tensions were raised after they suggested the city eliminate the termination clause in ASM’s contract, which lets Bemidji end its contract with the company if the Sanford Center is not succeeding financially.

At a work session earlier this week, the Bemidji City Council was presented with an update on the Sanford Center’s financial situation by representatives from management company ASM Global. But a number of councilors voiced their concerns due to a controversial request from the firm. After seasona...

Although construction isn't expected to start until 2028, MnDOT is already looking for public input as they look to desi...
09/12/2024

Although construction isn't expected to start until 2028, MnDOT is already looking for public input as they look to design a new intersection to improve access, traffic flow, and safety.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation held an open house meeting Tuesday in Baxter to discuss an intersection improvement project for Highways 371 and 210. Over 40 people attended the meeting and got to provide their input on the upcoming project. Some residents in attendance felt that a projec...

The Beavers are coming off another heartbreaking loss to rival Minnesota State last week, but knowing where they need to...
09/12/2024

The Beavers are coming off another heartbreaking loss to rival Minnesota State last week, but knowing where they need to improve, they're now looking ahead to Southwest Minnesota State on Saturday.

BSU football is coming off another heartbreaking loss to rival Minnesota State last week, which saw the Mavericks make a field goal as time expired to beat the Beavers by two. But despite the L, there were some positive takeaways. On offense, Bemidji State improved in the rushing game, netting…

After being underestimated last year as they entered the section tournament, the Warriors have a newfound belief in them...
09/12/2024

After being underestimated last year as they entered the section tournament, the Warriors have a newfound belief in themselves and are cooking early, winning five of their first seven contests. They play St. Cloud Tech on Thursday, September 12th.

Brainerd girls' soccer ended an injury-riddled 2023 showing promise. This year, the girls are cooking early, winning five of their first seven contests. The Warriors were underestimated when they entered the Section 8AAA playoffs last season, but that left them with not only peak motivation, but als...

With presidential candidates looking on, some 9/11 victims’ relatives appealed to them Wednesday for accountability as t...
09/12/2024

With presidential candidates looking on, some 9/11 victims’ relatives appealed to them Wednesday for accountability as the U.S. marked an anniversary laced with election-season politics.

By JENNIFER PELTZ and KAREN MATTHEWS Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — With presidential candidates looking on, some 9/11 victims’ relatives appealed to them Wednesday for accountability as the U.S. marked an anniversary laced with election-season politics. In a remarkable tableau, President Joe ...

Last Thursday's event brought out the community and raised funds to help make improvements to Stewart C. Mills Field. Th...
09/11/2024

Last Thursday's event brought out the community and raised funds to help make improvements to Stewart C. Mills Field. The police won the friendly competition 9-5.

Last Thursday, Brainerd Community Action hosted the first softball game between the Brainerd Fire Department and the Brainerd Police Department. The game was originally supposed to be played in August, but inclement weather pushed it back two weeks, which only fed the anticipation. The inaugural Bra...

The legislation to continue government funding when the new budget year begins on Oct. 1 includes a requirement that peo...
09/11/2024

The legislation to continue government funding when the new budget year begins on Oct. 1 includes a requirement that people registering to vote must provide proof of citizenship.

By KEVIN FREKING Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Speaker Mike Johnson pulled a vote Wednesday on a temporary spending bill that would keep federal agencies and programs funded for six months as it became increasingly clear the measure lacked the support to pass as a potential partial government...

The documentary delves into the life of Brainerd hero Lieutenant Colonel Hortense McKay, a dedicated nurse whose courage...
09/11/2024

The documentary delves into the life of Brainerd hero Lieutenant Colonel Hortense McKay, a dedicated nurse whose courage and commitment shaped her legacy and paved the way for women in the military. The show will premiere Thursday, September 12th on Lakeland PBS, and a screening will be held at the Crow Wing County Historical Society that evening at 6.

Lakeland PBS is premiering a new documentary as part of their initiative to feature Minnesota military stories, and you can take part in a special screening of the documentary in Brainerd later this week. The first documentary of the series is titled "Dedicated to Care: LTC Hortense McKay." It's an....

The jug band competition at Deer Lake Charlie's, located in Effie in Itasca County, lets musicians and bands put on a sh...
09/11/2024

The jug band competition at Deer Lake Charlie's, located in Effie in Itasca County, lets musicians and bands put on a show in front of the community.

Originally started as a way for musicians to relax after a weekend of playing shows, Deer Lake Charlie’s – located in Effie in Itasca County – turned jug bands into a tradition called JugBand Boogie. Last weekend was the final JugBand Boogie of the season. Hundreds from the community brought.....

After making a Cinderella run in the section tournament last year, the Jacks carried that momentum into this season and ...
09/11/2024

After making a Cinderella run in the section tournament last year, the Jacks carried that momentum into this season and have jumped out to a 3-0 start, their best since 2017. Their next test will be against rival Moorhead on Thursday, September 12th.

Bemidji girls' volleyball had an average 13-14 record and were the 7-seed heading into last year's Section 8AAAA playoffs. But that's when the switch flipped for the Lumberjacks, as they made a Cinderella run all the way to the title game before falling to Rogers. The Jacks have carried that…

The men won the 73rd annual Bemidji State invitational, with Koby Kuenzal shooting a two-round even par for the team. Th...
09/11/2024

The men won the 73rd annual Bemidji State invitational, with Koby Kuenzal shooting a two-round even par for the team. The women finished 6th in the Tracy Lane Memorial Golf Tournament, where Trista Bilden shot a 178 for 21st overall.

Bemidji State men's and women's golf were hosting their lone home tournaments of the year on Monday and Tuesday. The men were hosting the 73rd annual Bemidji State Invitational, and the women were hosting the Tracy Lane Memorial Golf Tournament. After round one, the BSU men were leading the pack…

Brainerd was looking to snap a two-game skid as they hosted St. Cloud Apollo on Tuesday. After getting their first tie o...
09/11/2024

Brainerd was looking to snap a two-game skid as they hosted St. Cloud Apollo on Tuesday. After getting their first tie of the season, the Warriors will be back in action Thursday when they face St. Cloud Tech on the road.

In high school boys' soccer on Tuesday, Brainerd was looking to snap a two-game skid as they hosted St. Cloud Apollo. The end result was a 2-2 tie, the Warriors' first tie of the season. Brainerd will be back in action Thursday when they face St. Cloud Tech on the…

The Thunderhawks are now 4-1-2 and will look to rebound Thursday at Mesabi East.
09/11/2024

The Thunderhawks are now 4-1-2 and will look to rebound Thursday at Mesabi East.

Heading into Tuesday's game, Grand Rapids boys' soccer was unbeaten, putting it all on the line at Duluth East. Grand Rapids dropped their first match of 2024 to Duluth East 4-1. The Thunderhawks are now 4-1-2 and will look to rebound Thursday at Mesabi East.

Bemidji had a good night in the water as they cruised to victory against both opponents, beating Perham 206-89 and TRF 1...
09/11/2024

Bemidji had a good night in the water as they cruised to victory against both opponents, beating Perham 206-89 and TRF 194-107.

At the Bemidji High School Aquatic Center, the Lumberjacks were hosting Perham and Thief River Falls on Tuesday in a triangular. Bemidji had a good night in the water as they cruised to victory against both opponents, beating Perham 206-89 and TRF 194-107.

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