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The Bemidji Public Library is cutting its staff and reducing its hours following significant reductions in funding from Beltrami County.
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Lead by the unmistakable vocals of singer Maja Milner, Swedish post-punk outfit Makthaverskan are back with a blistering new album. On Glass and Bones the Gothenburg 5-piece's strengths are on full display: The chorus and reverb drenched melodic guitar lines, thundering basslines, breakneck punk drumming, and above it all, Milner’s evocative voice that pierces through the mix whether a breathy whisper or a full-throated roar. -Malachy Koons
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Head-on crash in Park Rapids kills drivers, seriously injures child
The Minnesota State Patrol reported alcohol was suspected to be a factor in the crash.
Study provides greater detail on Northern Minnesota's housing needs
Greater Minnesota Housing Fund's Nate Dorr discusses the next steps after a Beltrami County-specific housing study shows high demand for new housing builds across all categories.
Cass Lake sawmill destroyed in fire; Hibbing Public Schools hosts hearing on closing Greenhaven
Plus: MnDOT will host an open house Tuesday ahead of its 2026 construction season in Brainerd; and the Bemidji Public Library hosted a send-off Friday as it prepares to cut its staff and reduce its hours.
Red flag warning expected in much of Minnesota Saturday
The National Weather Service says a red flag warning will be in effect from noon to 7 p.m. March 28, 2026.
Fire destroys Cass Lake sawmill storage building
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office received the report about 10:45 p.m. at the sawmill east of Highway 371. Deputies found the kiln drying and storage building engulfed in flames.
Deerwood mayor dies unexpectedly at age 74; Park Rapids woman pleads guilty as accomplice in stabbing
Plus: Eighth District Congressman Pete Stauber's bill for Great Lakes restoration funding passed the House with bipartisan support; Minnesota will no longer recognize Cesar Chavez Day; and St. Louis County seeks public input on how to use opioid settlement funds.
St. Louis County to host listening sessions on opioid settlement funds
St. Louis County has received three rounds of funding from the class-action opioid settlement and is seeking program ideas that assist people in the criminal justice system.
Rep. Pete Stauber's bill for Great Lakes restoration passes House
The Republican from Hermantown authored the American Water Stewardship Act, and it passed March 24, 2026, with bipartisan support.
Events Up North March 31-April 4: Local egg hunts, art walk in Grand Rapids
Events this week include a trivia night in Chisholm, presentation on Argentina in Brainerd and a webinar on waterbirds.
MnDOT to host Brainerd open house ahead of 2026 Hwy 210 construction
The Minnesota Department of Transportation will host an open house March 31, 2026, ahead of the first year of its project on Highway 210 in Brainerd.
Paul Bunyan Communications plans 2026 expansion projects this summer
Three projects in Aitkin, Hubbard, Itasca and St. Louis counties are expected to provide high-speed internet options to 3,200 locations.
MN sues over access to evidence in shootings by federal agents
And: Bemidji community urges Board to keep J.W. Smith open; and a Cuyuna rec area land dispute prompts road closure confusion, concerns.
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During the Phenology Report for the week of March 17, 2026, Staff Phenologist John Latimer remarks on sugary icicles, brooding ravens, and robins foraging in tire tracks.
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