Northwest Minnesota

Brainerd, Detroit Lakes and now Bemidji have passed similar letters of support, urging the Minnesota State High School League to review its bylaw on how trans kids compete in sports.

Bemidji Area Arts Endowment presents the Art Legacy Celebration featuring an online auction and local artists' performances Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026.

Amid conflicting statements about high-profile resignations in the wake of federal allegations of the tribe's child welfare program, members are invited to a community-wide listening session.

Chairman Darrell Seki Sr. said Oct. 16, 2026, he is not retiring or stepping down after shocking allegations came to light in Red Lake Nation’s child welfare program.

Bemidji State University will get $4.8 million for fiscal year 2028 and must create a financial recovery plan.

Events this week include local theater in Pequot Lakes and Brainerd, a barn dance in Virginia and fundraising events in Bemidji and Grand Rapids.

KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features Christopher David Hanson, Maliboozhoo, Corey Medina & Brothers, Skarlett Woods, and a Sharon Rowbottom Memorial Concert.

Officials call it a ‘stopgap’ measure that should help as they address a $31.5 million systemwide deficit. An internal report warned 10 years ago that Minnesota State could face multimillion dollar budget holes.

The closure announcement comes as the Minnesota State system announces plans to "right size" its operations over 50 campuses amid financial challenges.

A public open house will be announced before the new Beltrami County Adult Corrections Center opens in May 2027.