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Contributed/Catherine Davis / Senate Media ServicesNative Americans serve in the United States military at a higher rate than any other ethnic group, with 19% serving per capita, compared to a national average of 14%. -
Lorie Shaull/KAXEAt least seven Republicans and two DFLers have announced they will campaign for the seat Senate District 6 in parts of Cass, Crow Wing and Itasca counties. -
Contributed/Nicky Hardy for MN Senate District 6Nicky Hardy is the second DFLer to announce a run for the Senate District 6 seat left vacant by Justin Eichorn's resignation. -
Contributed/Steve CotariuVeteran and businessman Steve Cotariu announced his candidacy in a March 25, 2025, news release. He joins six Republicans so far running for the seat vacated by Justin Eichorn. -
Plus: the winter sports season has come to an end, with Northland boys basketball teams having a strong finish at the weekend's state tournament. -
Contributed/Josh Gazelka for SenateGazelka has not yet run for political office but pointed to experience as an organizer. He is the son of former Republican state Sen. Paul Gazelka. -
Contributed/Angel Zierden for MN SenateAngel Zierden announced a Republican campaign for Senate District 6, though she said she will not seek the party endorsement. -
Contributed/KERN-Senate District 6Doug Kern is the chairman of the Crow Wing Township Board and has run three small businesses. He lost in the Republican primary in 2022 in House District 6B. -
Contributed/Vote for John HoweThe longtime Grand Rapids resident previously sought to be elected in House District 6A after redistricting in 2022. -
Contributed/Jennifer Carnahan for MN SenateShe nodded to her time in both roles, saying these experiences strengthened her commitment to a stronger future for MN. But scandals plagued her 2021 exit as party leader.
