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Plus: the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission will host public hearings on Otter Tail Power Co.'s proposed electric rate increase; and the Brainerd Area League of Women Voters will host a Crow Wing County election official. -
Contributed/Rock Ridge Softball via FacebookFactoring in Virginia and Eveleth-Gilbert's histories, it's still the first appearance for the area since 2001. Brainerd, Sebeka, Red Lake Falls, Esko and Barnum will also compete. -
Contributed/Otter Tail PowerOtter Tail Power is proposing an 18% rate increase for customers as the utility invests in infrastructure, grid resiliency and the transition to renewable energy sources. -
Lorie Shaull/Special to KAXEIndividual grants will range from $1,500 to $150,000. Eligible applicants include farmers and livestock producers and organizations that train or support farmers. -
Contributed/Nicole Neri / Minnesota ReformerKlobuchar makes her pitch to progressive base; Flanagan will get the nod for Senate; GOP endorsement battle up in the air -
Plus: Rep. Angie Craig abandons Democratic endorsement; MN cannabis office listening tour to stop in Bemidji and Duluth; state grants can help farmers buy electric equipment.
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Lorie Shaull/KAXEPrivate woodland owners impacted by the June 2025 windstorm can apply for the Emergency Forest Restoration Program for up to 75% reimbursement through June 5, 2026. -
Contributed/Govinda Budrow | Brainerd Schools AIPACThe drum ceremony planned for Brainerd High School's commencement will continue after all, despite previous communication that the district was pulling its support. -
Contributed/Minnesota Office of Cannabis ManagementThe Office of Cannabis Management's listening tour stops June 4-5, 2026, are meant to give the general public an overview of the agency's work and an opportunity to ask questions. -
Contributed/Max Nesterak / Minnesota ReformerRep. Angie Craig will instead take her pitch directly to voters in the August primary. Craig faced a serious challenge in the endorsement process from Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan.
