New Content from Wednesday February 22

Father who abandoned son still wants reunion - News

HASTINGS, Minn. (AP) A Minnesota father accused of abandoning his 11-year-old son last summer has again asked to be reunited with the boy. Sixty-year-old Steven Cross of Lakeville renewed his request Wednesday during a child-protection hearing. But the judge says a court-appointed doctor says Cross "lacks empathy" for the boy. The doctor recommended against a reunion right now. The St. Paul Pionee

ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS - Brainerd Daily Dispatch - Brainerd Minnesota - Google News

ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS Brainerd Daily Dispatch The Brainerd High School choirs will present a winter concert 7 pm Monday at Tornstrom Auditorium. All BHS choirs will be performing including A Cappella, bards, concert chorale and Windfall. In between sets, performers from the choir program's recent ... and more

Dayton signs skills test requirement for teachers - News

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) Gov. Mark Dayton has signed a bill that requires teachers to pass a skills test in order to get a Minnesota license. The Democratic governor signed the bill Wednesday. Dayton vetoed similar legislation last year, but a press release from his office says the new bill included changes sought by his administration. read more

Sex offender need-to-know from Michele Murphy, MN DoC - Brainerd Dispatch MN - YouTube Videos

Sex offender need-to-know from Michele Murphy, MN DoC - Brainerd Dispatch MN - YouTube Videos Sex offender need-to-know from Michele Murphy, MN DoC - Brainerd Dispatch MN It wasn't more than seven months ago that a Merrifield community notification meeting for Joshua Paul Rinde drew an emotional crowd that stirred those in attendance. Tuesday night's community notification meeting for Rinde at the Brainerd Police Department proved to be just the opposite, turning out a quiet crowd of 18.

Charges: Jealous husband used hammer in Blue Earth attack - News

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Officials say a home invasion in Blue Earth was carried out by an apparently jealous husband who used a hammer to assault his wife and another man while they were in bed, then attacked his wife's two teenage daughters. Faribault County officials charged 29-year-old Brian Daniel Freeman of Ceylon with one count of murder and multiple counts of attempted murder for the attack that k

Senate committee passes photo ID for voting - News

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) A state Senate committee has approved a constitutional amendment asking Minnesotans to decide whether voting should require a photo ID despite objections from Secretary of State Mark Ritchie that it will be difficult to implement and increase federal government oversight of the state's elections. The Senate State Government Committee approved the amendment 8-5 Wednesday on a party-line vote.

Martin announces for House District 10A seat - Brainerd Daily Dispatch - Brainerd Minnesota - Google News

Martin announces for House District 10A seat Brainerd Daily Dispatch By Mike O'Rourke Hours after new political lines were drawn, Kurt Martin, the 54-year-old owner of a Brainerd technology company, announced his candidacy for the House District 10A seat which would represent much of western Crow Wing County.

Martin announces for House District 10A seat - News

Hours after new political lines were drawn, Kurt Martin, the 54-year-old owner of a Brainerd technology company, announced his candidacy for the House District 10A seat which would represent much of western Crow Wing County. Hell seek the endorsement of House District 10A Republicans. The district is also the home of incumbent Rep. John Ward, DFL-Brainerd, who hasnt announced his political intenti

Ash Wednesday Mass - News

William Kent Krueger to Visit Feb 28 - Brainerd Daily Dispatch (blog) - Brainerd Minnesota - Google News

William Kent Krueger to Visit Feb 28 Brainerd Daily Dispatch (blog) New York Times bestselling author William Kent Krueger will be visiting the Brainerd Public Library on Tuesday, February 28 at 6:00pm. Krueger has found his niche in writing Minnesota mysteries and his readers are always enthralled.

Man escapes from custody in Beltrami County - News

BEMIDJI, Minn. (AP) Authorities in northern Minnesota are searching for a man who escaped from custody, then led authorities on a high speed chase through the Red Lake Indian Reservation. The Beltrami County Sheriff's Office says 21-year-old Jason Lee King of Redby was being held on armed robbery charges, and escaped while being escorted from jail to a medical appointment Tuesday afternoon.. read

My Mommy is a Blogger! by Sommer Poquette - FranticMommy : queen of the kingdom of TIRED

My Mommy is a Blogger! by Sommer Poquette - FranticMommy :      queen of the kingdom of TIRED RAW and REAL, that's ME! Please Subscribe to the silliness that is Franticmommy! http://feeds.feedburner.com/blogspot/dpfZp

It should be about people - Strong Towns Blog

It should be about people - Strong Towns BlogThe author of this post, Nathaniel Hood, is a Strong Towns partner. In addition to contributing to this site, you can read Nate's work at his blog,Thoughts on the Urban Environment, and at the new Minnesota-based transportation siteStreets.MN.You can alsofollow himon Twitter. For a place to be successful, it needs people. All types of people. This is why the idea of creating entertainment districts might not be such a great idea. Proposals for entertainment districts occasionally sprout up in City Councils meetings as the next big thing.

New Content from Tuesday February 21

Pequot Lakes/Pine River-Backus, Staples-Motley in Section 8-2A Individual ... - Brainerd Daily Dispatch - Brainerd Minnesota - Google News

Pequot Lakes/Pine River-Backus, Staples-Motley in Section 8-2A Individual ... Brainerd Daily Dispatch 3 Brainerd/No. 6 St. Cloud Tech winner vs. No 2 Bemidji/No. 7 River Lakes winner in Section 8-2A semifinals at high seed 7 pm No. 1 Little Falls/No. 9 Morris/Benson winner vs. No. 4 Sartell/No. 5 St. Cloud Apollo in Section 6-1A semifinals, ... and more

Brainerd City Council: Annexation word comes up at Brainerd council - News

Should the city of Brainerd consider annexation in order to extend utilities around Gilbert Lake? That question came up regarding a proposed Crow Wing County road improvement project. Tuesday, the council voted 4-1 against asking the county to delay a proposed McKay road resurfacing to allow time for the city to consider extending utilities. Council member Lucy Nesheim proposed asking for the delay and was the sole vote in favor.

Movies 10 expansion project gets final approval - News

BAXTER Moviegoers can officially cheer as the Baxter City Council on Tuesday gave final approval of the Movies 10 theater expansion project. The council approved the conditional use permit plans for a $4 million to $4.5 million renovation of the Movies 10 theater that calls for adding two auditoriums and remodeling the existing 10 auditoriums. read more

Quietly informed - Brainerd Daily Dispatch - Brainerd Minnesota - Google News

Quietly informed Brainerd Daily Dispatch Rinde, a Level 3 predatory offender, will be moving to the 200 block of Fourth Avenue Northeast in Brainerd on Wednesday. Minnesota Department of Corrections community notification coordinator, Michele Murphy, opened the hour-long meeting with a power ... and more

Crow Wing Republicans to support Cravaack - Brainerd Daily Dispatch - Brainerd Minnesota - Google News

Crow Wing Republicans to support Cravaack Brainerd Daily Dispatch Occupy Minnesota had announced plans earlier for an event at 5 to 6 pm Wednesday at the same location, near Brainerd City Hall, where Cravaack has an office. The theme of the Occupy Brainerd event, organized by former DFL state Senate candidate Terry ...

Stirring the pot - Brainerd Daily Dispatch - Brainerd Minnesota - Google News

Stirring the pot Brainerd Daily Dispatch That wasn't the case with the Brainerd area's legislative districts. Crow Wing and Aitkin counties will be paired in a new Senate District 10 that will straddle over the north side of Mille Lacs Lake. House District 10B will include Aitkin and most of ... and more

Cass County Board: County offers funds for County Road 77 trail - News

BACKUS Lake Shore City Council and Trail 77 Team succeeded Tuesday in obtaining $20,000 from Cass County to pay a portion of the cost for phase one of a planned recreational trail along County State Aid Highway 77. Trail 77 Team has engaged Short Elliott Hendrickson to plan and engineer the trail, which is expected to connect with the Paul Bunyan Trail and have links to trails in East Gull Lake an

Correction/clarification - News

The Brainerd Dispatch incorrectly listed a sky coach as Dave Kobilka in Sundays Weekender. The sky coach was John Charboneau. The Dispatch regrets the error.

Firefighter injured after responding to call - News

A Brainerd fire captain was injured Saturday after responding to an electrical fire from a ceiling fan in a kitchen at a home at 1507 Norwood St., Brainerd, said Fire Chief Kevin Stunek. read more

Mounted Eagles 20th anniversary party - News

Bi-County CAP board seeking members Bi-County Community Action Programs, Inc., has openings on its Board of Directors for two low-income representatives: one from Beltrami County and one from Cass County. Board members will be elected in April. The nomination process ends March 9. The term of office is three years. Low-income persons who want to help others, through BI-CAP, can receive more informa

Cass County Board: Purchase of 10 AEDs approved - News

BACKUS Cass County commissioners voted Tuesday to purchase 10 AED resuscitation units for county buildings at an estimated cost of $14,315. Auditor-Treasurer Sharon Anderson said there currently is one AED in the land department building in Backus. The additional units will be placed in county government buildings in Walker and Pine River. read more

Cass County Board: Board to meet with tribal council - News

WALKER A joint meeting has been set between the Cass County Board and Leech Lake Tribal Council on March 2 at Northern Lights Event Center at the junction of Highways 371 and 200 east of Walker. Commissioners expect to join council members for a noon buffet lunch before convening a 1 p.m. meeting. read more

Who Hires Freelance Writers? - Living Listening Loving

Who Hires Freelance Writers? - Living Listening LovingI get these questions a lot. "Who are your clients?" "Who hires freelance writers?" Many people realize that magazine articles are usually written by freelance writers, such as my articles for Her Voice and HerLife magazines, but beyond that, they're clueless about this business I'm in. So, I decided I'd share some information on the other types of clients I have and the kind of work I do for them.

homemade raw applesauce - Whiteley Creek Homestead Bed and Breakfast

homemade raw applesauce - Whiteley Creek Homestead Bed and BreakfastHere's an easy one. Make your own naturally sweetened applesaucein the time it takes toopen a jar of the store-bought variety. The bonus is that it's uncooked and the peels are included, so the nutrition is equivalent to eating a raw apple. I served it this morning atop buckwheat/quinoa pancakes with just a drizzle of real maple syrup. Sooooo good. Homemade Raw Applesauce 4apples of a sweet variety (i.e., gala, pink lady, fuji, honey crisp) 1 cup water 1 tbsp lemon juice, optional 1/4 cup raisins 1 tsp cinnamon pinch nutmeg Core apples, then cut into chunks.

Tuesday Random Crap In My Head - FranticMommy : queen of the kingdom of TIRED

Tuesday Random Crap In My Head - FranticMommy :      queen of the kingdom of TIRED I just finally got caught up on my ironing. It was like rediscovering a whole new wardrobe. I have a lovely wardrobe that I can't wear it, but visit it often. One thing I know FOR SURE: No matter how late I let my kids stay up Friday night, they will still be up at the butt-crack of dawn on Saturday. If I could hashtag my day today, it would be #WTF My fashion style is What Ever Doesn't Itch. I read yesterday about "The Sea Gull Management Technique." Basically it involves occasionally flying in, hovering around, making lots of noise, crapping on people, and leaving.

New Content from Monday February 20

Level 3 sex offender's move to Brainerd prompts awareness of predators in the ... - Brainerd Daily Dispatch - Brainerd Minnesota - Google News

Level 3 sex offender's move to Brainerd prompts awareness of predators in the ... Brainerd Daily Dispatch In an effort to alleviate some of the apprehensions of a repeat predatory offender entering the community, Tuesday night's 6 pm community meeting required in Minnesota by the Community Notification Act at the Brainerd Police Department will ... and more

Renovated theater may be ready by Fourth of July - Brainerd Daily Dispatch - Brainerd Minnesota - Google News

Renovated theater may be ready by Fourth of July Brainerd Daily Dispatch Brainerd Dispatch/Steve Kohls Plans are under way to remodel the Movies 10 theater in Baxter. By Renee Richardson Lakes area moviegoers may be wearing 3-D glasses and sitting in stadium seats by the Fourth of July. Updated plans for a $4 million to ...

fairy blossoms straw toppers and cupcake liner garland - Whiteley Creek Homestead Bed and Breakfast

fairy blossoms straw toppers  and cupcake liner garland - Whiteley Creek Homestead Bed and BreakfastI'm still hanging on to the coziness of winter, but my mind does begin to wander a wee bit now and again to thoughts ofJune's fresh, new growth.This bouquet of straw toppers came together as quickly as a stroll to mysummertime cutting garden. Snip around the edges, punch a hole, insert a straw. That easy.I put one in Dick's green smoothie this morning.Show your love. Oh, and a fairy. In amongst the blossoms, there's always a fairy.Move slowly and gently so as not to startle her.

Colleen Dols - Baptism Testimony - YouTube Videos matching query: brainerdcommunityinternet|"brainerd minnesota"|"brainerd mn"

Colleen Dols - Baptism Testimony - YouTube Videos matching query: brainerdcommunityinternet| Colleen Dols - Baptism Testimony Publicly declaring your trust in Jesus is a major component of baptism. In August of 2011, Colleen Dols was baptized in Rice Lake in Brainerd MN. Here is her story. From: LakewoodFree Views: 11 0 ratingsTime: 09:51 More in Comedy

From the Mayor's Office (Part 2) - Strong Towns Blog

From the Mayor's Office (Part 2) - Strong Towns BlogThere is no simple approach to building aStrong Town. There are no one or two universal ideas that, if implemented, will change the trajectory of America's cities, towns and neighborhoods. This is hard work. For a city to get there, current priorities need to be realigned and everyone -- from the mayor, the city engineer, the maintenance worker and everyone in between -- needs to be working to get more value out of our existing investments. As a finale to the series we've been running that began witha simple comparisonof the tax base from two nearby blocks -- one developed in the traditional pattern and one in the suburban -- I am going to share what I would advise a city's mayor to say in response.

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