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07/27/2026
Tractor Show TIme It is that time of year again. My wife and I traveled to Iowa for a couple of family reunions on her side. When we were preparing to go I saw a that about an hour and a half away was a tractor show…..featuring John Deere. I said lets go a day early to your family reunions….and...
07/27/2026
The second member of the Bitker racing family is 32 year old Aaron Bitker of Bemidji. Aaron, brother of Josh, races in the Wissota Pure Stock class and is currently in 7th place in the very competitive class.
“Helping Deryk Weleski work on his race car got me started in racing,”...
07/27/2026
At first, fist clasping the wings came quickly as the little boy bent down to grab that which was within reach. He’d snuck up behind that which his eyes were beholding and held lightly to that which was now in hand. The yellow and black butterfly was all his! As he retrieved his trophy, his parents...
07/27/2026
“Now that’s the job I want,” said Steve, putting down the paper. “A guy could really sink his teeth into something like that.”
Doc looked up from his coffee. “Didn’t know you were looking for work, Steve. Cowboying not working out for you?”
“It isn’t that,” said the cowboy/farrier, “it’s just...
07/24/2026
Question: I saw your recent article about the visually impaired and white canes. I don’t think a lot of people are aware for something similar for the hearing impaired. Can you talk about that?
Answer: You are correct. Minnesota has a law that when a totally or partially deaf person with a service...
07/24/2026
By Deane Morrison
This year, August serves a smorgasbord of celestial delights in both the morning and evening skies.
In the west, Venus is still bright, though steadily sinking into the sunset. On the 16th, its beauty will be enhanced by a young crescent moon shining next to it.
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07/23/2026
Crowd Safety Tips
Whether you're attending a concert, festival, sporting event, parade, or community celebration, taking a few precautions can help you stay safe in large crowds.
Be aware of your surroundings. Identify exits, emergency routes, and landmarks as soon as you arrive.
Wash your hands...
07/22/2026
Driver Profile for: “Joshua Bitker”
year old Joshua Bitker of Bemidji races in the highly competitive Wissota Pure Stock class at Bemidji Speedway. He got his start in racing as a pitman for several fellow racers Sterling Knaeble and Deryk and Devyn Weleski.
“I get to share this hobby...
07/21/2026
Summer tractor ride!By Auctioneer Eric W. Mickelson
In my lifetime often when we purchased a new tractor or combine I would usually have the job of driving it home. Regardless of how far or how slow it was always a lot of fun. So I guess I would tell you I love to drive a tractor down the road...
07/20/2026
Bear hunters: Remember to buy license, check regulations
Contact: Dan Stark, large carnivore specialist, 218-328-8871.
Bear hunters who entered the lottery for bear hunting licenses should check their mail to see if they were selected for a license. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources...
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