Brainerd

Events this week include a car show in Grand Rapids, the Lakes Area Music Festival kickoff in Brainerd, Animal Tracks & Signs in Bagley and the Blackduck Woodcarvers Festival.

Sheila Johnston lives on Upper Gull Lake and is known as the "Loon Lady." She wants people to understand how they can help Minnesota's loons thrive.

About 235 employees will be laid off as a result, starting Sept. 25, 2025, and Super One will offer employees an opportunity to interview for positions, according to DEED.

Cory Degeest was reported missing Sunday, July 13, 2025. She was last seen walking on Beech Street about two weeks ago.

Events this week include the Hubbard County Fair in Park Rapids, "Willy Wonka" in Pequot Lakes, Smokey Bear Day at Itasca State Park and an author brown bag in Brainerd.

Events this week include an allyship presentation in Grand Rapids, "Willy Wonka" in Pequot Lakes and a bike park grand opening and fundraiser in Brainerd.

Events this week include the beginning of the Northern Lights Music Festival on the Iron Range, an author talk in Brainerd and Independence Day celebrations across the region.

Events this week include Karaoke for a Cause in Grand Rapids, Pride Month in the Park in Brainerd, Lake Bemidji State Park pint night and kids' fishing day in Marcell.

Rusty Crayfish Brass Band will join the Heartland Symphony Orchestra for a performance in Brainerd on June 21.

An estimated 2,000 rallied in Brainerd, while an estimated 1,000 rallied in Bemidji and Grand Rapids, despite warnings about large gatherings in light of Rep. Hortman's assassination.