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Interviews with community members and organizations.

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August 7 CANDIDATE SPOTLIGHT: Frank Duresky, Ca...
We are spotlight candidates in Bemidji and Beltrami County who will be running in the Primary Election August 13th. Today, we meet candidate for District 4 Beltrami County Commissioner Frank Duresky
6 min
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August 6 Two For One: County Commissioner Craig...
It's another twofer on Chatpod. Beltrami County Commissioner Craig Gaasvig checks in to preview the latest Beltrami County Board meeting while Sanford Health's Joe Beaudreau previews Thursday's annual Sanford Health Powwow.
36 min
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August 5 Another Double Feature: Ron Johnson Pr...
It's City Council Monday and Ward 3 Councilor Ron Johnson previews tonight's meeting and key topics. Then, Lynn Van Allen of The Northwoods Arts Council has the details on this Saturday's 29th Annual Art & Book Festival in downtown Hackensack.
32 min
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August 2 CANDIDATE SPOTLIGHT: Adam Steele, Cand...
We are spotlight candidates in Bemidji and Beltrami County who will be running in the Primary Election August 13th. Today, we meet candidate for Bemidji Mayor Adam Steele.
23 min
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August 2 Bemidji Schools Superintendent Jeremy ...
We're about a month out from the new school year and Superintendent Jeremy Olson is in to preview the upcoming year. New cell phone policies for students, strong performances by schools and students, the upcoming school calendar, and the need for bus drivers.
18 min
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August 1 Doubleheader: Bemidji Housing Summit &...
Bemidji Mayor Jorge Prince & City Manager Rich Spiczka joined Kev to discuss the upcoming Bemidji Housing Summit August 23rd at Sanford Center. Plus, we get the details on the Paul Bunyan Playhouse's season ending musical, "The Pirates of Penzance".
20 min
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July 31 ROBOTS! We Hear From Three Area Robotic...
Bemidji, Cass Lake-Bena & Nevis Robotics Coaches were in to talk about High School Robotics and the NEW North Star Conference facility coming to the Beltrami County Fairgrounds.
19 min
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July 30 DRAGON BOAT WEEK! Brian Bissonette Has ...
It's Dragon Boat Week! Practices, Tacos, Corn Hole, Parades, Sprint Cup AND Race Day! Brian Bissonette has all the details....
12 min
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July 30 CANDIDATE SPOTLIGHT: Greg Kuhn, Candida...
We are spotlighting Bemidji and Beltrami County candidates who are involved in the August 13th primary. Today, we meet Greg Kuhn who is running for Bemidji City Council Ward 3.
9 min
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July 29 CANDIDATE SPOTLIGHT: Bill Batchelder, C...
We are spotlighting Bemidji and Beltrami County candidates who are involved in the August 13th primary. Today, we meet Bill Batchelder who is running for Bemidji City Council Ward 5.
13 min
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July 26 CANDIDATE SPOTLIGHT: Mark Dickinson, Ca...
We are spotlight Bemidji and Beltrami County candidates who are involved in the August 13th primary. Today, we meet Mark Dickinson who is running for Bemidji City Council Ward 3.
9 min
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July 25 Another Double Feature In A Busy July--...
Lee Furuseth was in to talk about everything going on at the Headwaters Science Center. Meanwhile, the Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival is back next week...and with it Sanford Health's Taco Fest! We get the details from Kayla Winkler of Sanford Health and Denae from the United Way.
23 min
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July 24 BELTRAMI COUNTY FAIR: Keith Winger, Ver...
The Beltrami County Fair is coming August 7th through the 11th and we've got a full studio to talk about it. Keith Winger previews everything happening on the Marilyn Shutter Stage, Char Blashill talks about the return of Bingo to the Fair and the 2nd Annual Scavenger Hunt, and Vern Holzhueter previews the Grandstand Shows.
24 min
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July 23 ATTENTION CRAFTERS! The Second Annual N...
Beltrami Electric Cooperative and Paul Bunyan Broadcasting are teaming up for the Second Annual United Way Northwoods Makers Market. Becky Theis of Beltrami Electric and our own Nell were in to discuss how to get your booth and everything else you need to know for the big event.
8 min
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July 19: Bemidji Mayor Jorge Prince Brings A Mo...
Bemidji mayor Jorge Prince stopped in today for a conversation on the latest happenings around the city. Among the topics was a discussion on several important housing initiatives that are ongoing.
19 min
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July 18: What Should You Know Before Visiting T...
Today's guests were Beltrami County Solid Waste director Brian Olson and Bemidji Transfer Station foreman Tim Knapp. They offered up insights on what to know before making a visit to dispose of waste at the transfer station.
18 min
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July 17: The Watermark Art Festival Is On Displ...
Watermark Art Center executive director Lori Forshee-Donnay stopped by today to paint the picture of this weekend's Watermark Art Festival, one of the staple summertime events in Bemidji!
17 min
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July 16 TWO TOPICS: County & Corvettes--We Prev...
Beltrami County Commissioner John Carlson & Beltrami County Public Health Director Amy Bowles teamed up to discuss today's County Board Meeting and quarterly Community Health Board meeting. Then we hear all about the Bemidji Corvettes Show & Shine set for Saturday at Dondelinger GM with Jim Hess, Lloyd Holy and Chatabout Blast From The (recent) Past, Todd Haugen.
37 min
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July 15 School Board Member Anna Mannecke & Sup...
Superintendent Jeremy Olson and Board Member Anna Mannecke preview the topics in tonight's School Board meeting, including policies and textbooks and library materials, the district overview along with potential changes to work session and board meeting schedules.
17 min
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July 12 SHERIFF'S DEPT SPOTLIGHT: We Learn Abou...
There's a lot more than meets the eye in the Sheriff's Department. This month, Beltrami County Sheriff Jason Riggs brought in Sgt. Trish Grimsley to discuss the Courthouse Crew. They deal with court security and inmate transport. It's a very complicated job and we learn all about it on today's Chatpod.
23 min
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July 11 Dr. Ashley Huerd of Sanford Health Disc...
Pediatrician Dr. Ashley Huerd of Sanford Health in Bemidji discussed the importance of well child check ups and why they need to continue throughout the childhood. She also discussed how children often are suffering from anxiety and depression but do an excellent job of hiding it from their parents.
13 min
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July 10 Beltrami County Fair Open Class Registr...
The countdown to the Beltrami County Fair continues. Today we hear from Amber Bury and Stacy Ness on the Open Class categories at the Fair. Registration is open now and they have all the details. Plus, it's National Park & Recreation Month and they are celebrating at Bemidji Parks & Rec. We hear from Marcia Larson and Jamie Anderson.
30 min
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July 9 Bemidji Community Theater's "Blithe Spir...
Bemidji Community Theater's latest production opens up Friday. It's Noel Coward's "Blithe Spirit". Julie Kaiser is one of the cast members...and the director. She tells us all about it, how you can get involved in community theater and how to get your tickets for the show.
17 min
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July 8: Jamin Carlson On Bemidji Planning & Zon...
Two guests on today's show. Jamin Carlson discusses everything going on in the Planning Department and also guides us on the process of starting a new business or new building. Then Watermark Art Center Executive Director Lori Forshee-Donnay checks in to preview the upcoming Watermark Arts Festival set for July 20th and 21st.
29 min
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July 2 TWO PARTER: Commissioner John Carlson Pr...
Author Barb Mack discusses her book "The Hand I've Been Dealt" on her battle with epilepsy. She also discusses the misconceptions about epilepsy and a special event she will be part of next Tuesday at the Bemidji Public Library. Before that, we hear from Beltrami County Commissioner John Carlson previewing today's Work Session and Regular Board Meeting, including solid waste and Beltrami County Historical Society updates and a cannabis public hearing.
26 min