Brainerd

From sporting events to first days of school, annual festivals to spontaneous gatherings, moments of triumph or devastating tragedies, Kohls documented it as part of the first draft of history.

Events this week include Soup in the Street in Grand Rapids, an open mic night in Park Rapids and performances of "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" in Mountain Iron.

The new contract will cover the almost 300 nurses who work for Essentia in the Brainerd lakes area for the next three years.

The Minnesota State Patrol reported William James Gardner was traveling westbound at 6:50 p.m. Nov. 7, 2025, in a 2004 Honda Civic, when the crash occurred.

Events this week include a Mesabi Community Band concert in Eveleth, an arts fundraiser in Bemidji and a 'Nutcracker' story time in Grand Rapids.

Events this week include an author talk in Brainerd, the First Friday Art Walk in Grand Rapids and craft sales in many communities.

The Pequot Lakes organization's leaders said the decision to expand comes from discussions with Brainerd lakes area nonprofits aiming at address growing food insecurity.

Events this week include many Halloween themed activities, an opportunity to learn curling in Grand Rapids and an art reception in Bemidji.

Brainerd Community Theater presents “Dracula A Comedy of Terrors” Oct. 23-Nov. 1, 2025. Director Amy Borash and producer Joey Yow joined “Area Voices” to discuss the production.

The cities are among 10 in Northern Minnesota selected by the state for grants funding housing and public infrastructure. Others include Sebeka, Winger, Erskine and Hendrum.