Sanford Health pharmacist John Carlin joins the show to give details on proper medicine disposal and talk about a robot pharmacist!

Another doubleheader on the Chatpod today. First up we hear from Angela Lyseng of Beltrami Electric, Brandon Johnson of Otter Tail Power and Linda Kingery of the Citizen's Climate Lobby. They preview next Thursday's (3/21) Home Energy Efficiency Expo where you can find out about state of the art systems and ways to save money through incentives and tax credits. Then, Luke Borsvold previews his presentation at the Sons Of Norway meeting next Sunday (3/24) where he'll portray a Viking named "Bjorn The Brawler" discussing the sophisticated Viking ships.

Geri Hickerson of Habitat for Humanity and Valerie McClannahan stopped in to share the latest Habitat projects and discuss a new grant program aimed at tree improvements!

The City of Bemidji Planning & Zoning Board meets tonight. Director Jamin Carlson discusses the main topic on the agenda and how the airport makes things more complicated when it comes to planning and zoning. Plus, an update on what's happening at ISD #31 with Superintendent Jeremy Olson.

Beltrami County Sheriff Jason Riggs, Beltrami County Investigator Jade Hayft, and Bemidji Police Patrol Sgt Trent Senenfelder all stopped by to discuss the local area's SWAT team.

Adventures in Lifelong Learning begins its spring season of presentations on Tuesday at the Bemidji Eagles Club. Ernie Rall is in to preview the sessions and tell you how to take part. In addition, Executive Director Chad Trapier of the Walker Area Food Shelf talks about the needs in the Walker area and why March is the right time to give to the Food Shelf.

Lumberjack Games 7 is coming up April 6 and Brian Bissonette is in to talk about all the fun. Plus he previews the Silent Auction which starts March 31st and anyone can be part of. Plus, Itasca County Sheriff Joe Dasovich checks to talk about Sunday's K9 Program Fundraiser at the Grand Rapids Eagles Club.

Bemidji city counselor Josh Peterson stopped by to talk about Monday's City Council meeting, but he also put on his Visit Bemidji executive director hat to provide details about their new campaign!

Amber Fuller and Robin Schmidt of Beltrami County Social Services stopped by to talk about foster care and give details on upcoming meetings for those who have interest.

Lee Furuseth and Chuck Deeter stop in to talk about the history of the Headwaters Science Center, and give a preview of its 30th birthday celebration that will be held on March 9.

Bemidji Fire Department member Alexis Joyce stopped by today to share about all things fire and safety in preparation for the dry days of the beginning of spring.

Jon Ness, the principal of Kingdom Builders Christian School, stops by to share about the latest happenings at the school and preview its upcoming gala event.

The Bemidji School Board meets again tonight, bringing superintendent Jeremy Olson and board member Jenny Frenzel to the show to give a preview.

Megan Fitzpatrick and Charlotte Roy stopped by the show to discuss the need for Emergency Weekend Veterinary Service in the area, and an ongoing effort to make this possible.

The 2024 Gigazone Gaming Championship and TechXpo is returning to the Sanford Center on April 20, and Paul Bunyan Communications' Brian Bissonette has a full preview of this year's event and its array of contests.

The Bemidji Fire Dept. Chief has his first visit of 2024 and previews the 2023 Recap Meeting coming up Thursday, shares stats from the past year, talks about his drive for more staffing, goals for the upcoming year and shares his thoughts on the tragedy in Burnsville.

Mayor Jorge Prince will be presenting his State of the City address at the upcoming Bemidji city council meeting. He offered a preview of the address, along with details on new south shore development, Bemidji Day at the state capital, and some thoughts on the railroad corridor.

What is the future of landfills? What are common disposal items? All of this, plus discussing recycling and other waste topics are covered with guest Brian Olson, Beltrami County's Solid Waste Director.

Do you have Norwegian roots you have always wanted to trace? George Olson of the Sons of Norway stopped by to preview an upcoming presentation that will allow you to explore your genealogy!

Beltrami County Sheriff Jason Riggs visited the show to share about the new Computer Aided Dispatch and Records system, the jail project reaching its third phase, hiring taking place in the department, and provide a journey from the initial call to the disposition of a case.

City of Bemidji Planning Director Jamin Carlson discusses the organization of the new Bemidji Planning Commission and Planning Board, a "zoom bomb" that occurred at the last City Council meeting, and the process of reaching out to receive help from the Planning Department.

Sanford physician assistant Josh Kelsey stopped by to talk about the start of American Heart Month, including topics in heart and vascular health as well as special programs going on at Sanford throughout the month.

Beltrami County Board Administrator Tom Barry previews today's Beltrami County Board meeting which includes a discussion on the county's priorities for the upcoming legislative session, a jail project financing report and several other topics to be discussed an voted on.

The Bemidji City Council meets tonight and City Councilor Emilie Rivera is in to discuss it all. Among the key items: Amending Short term rentals, ordinance changes to the septic system and planning commission feedback. She has all the details on today's show.