Mayor Jorge Prince discussed the historice first ever meeting with the White Earth Tribal Council, the Peace Officers Memorial Service, a number of approvals from the Planning Board and the incredible amount of development happening this summer in the city. And we talk Unicon

Did you know that those left crayon stubs can make new crayons? There's a campaign going on right now to collect them and re-use them rather than have them become trash. Brian Olson has the details on that, along with holiday hours, and transfer stations safety. We also look ahead to big projects coming in the landfill world.

Bemidji State assistant professor of education Dr. Miriam White was today's guest, as she detailed a free Special Education Conference that BSU is once again hosting this summer.

Jeff Haack of the Bemidji31 Education Foundation discusses the organization and previews their first ever Eduputt Mini-Golf Tournament next Tuesday at Boardwalk Bemidji. Then, we hear from committee members Phil Elke and Carla Mandrell about this Saturday's Celebrate Jesus event at Nymore Park.

What's next for projects and planning in the city of Bemidji? Planning director Jamin Carlson has the details--and a preview of tonight's Planning Board Meeting--in his latest visit to the show!

Sheriff Jason Riggs is in for his monthly visit and he brought along Deputy Josh Arhart. Josh handles Boat and Water, ATV's and all other recreational enforcement. We discuss the safety issues, the rules and regs, no wake and where the Sheriff's Office ends and the DNR Conservation Office begins.

The Annual Rotary Blood Screening with Sanford Health is coming up next week at Sanford Medical Center. Bemidji Rotarian Kevin Williamson and Sanford Bemidji Medical Center Lab Supervisor Todd Glen have all the details on this excellent preventive event.

Beltrami Electric Cooperative's Angela Lyseng and Lake Bemidji State Park director Pete Harrison stopped by today to talk about next week's GreenTouch cleanup event that will be helping prepare the park for the coming summer!

There are many topics of note in Beltrami County these days, and commissioner John Carlson stopped by to share about them ahead of today's meeting. Among the preview was a conversation on airport zoning and an update on the new jail.

Bemidji City Councilor Gwennia Fiskevold-Gould joined the show to preview tonight's city council meeting. Among the topics: summer events, Unicon Flaming Puck Hockey, stormwater pollution and outdoor dining.

Bemidji's Sons of Norway Chapter is preparing for their annual Syttende Mai (May 17) Celebration. George Olson discusses why May 17 is so important to Norway and the big celebration they have planned at the Concordia Language Village's Norwegian village.

On today's show, Bemidji School District superintendent Jeremy Olson provided his monthly update on all things related to ISD 31.

Two topics today on CHATPOD. Mur Gilman and Jamie Anderson have the details on this June's 10th Annual Loop the Lake Festival. And US Postal Carrier Jay Tody is in with United Way Executive Director Denae Alamano to talk about next Saturday's annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

The Northwoods Pregnancy Center has a lot happening this spring! Executive Director Kelly McDonough joined the show to share about the center's services and their ongoing capital campaign.

The local One Vegetable, One Community program was the subject of Dawn Palmer and Paul Conklin's visit to the show today. Among the topics was a discussion on the Beltrami County Vegetable of the Year!

Earth Day may have been Monday, but the Headwaters Science Center is still in the mood to celebrate with an event this Saturday! Morgan Whitcomb of the Science Center and Amelia Kaiser from the Mississippi Headwaters Audobon Society and Spearhead Center stopped in to share about tomorrow's festivities.

Sanford Health physical therapist Jarad Syrstad was our guest today to share more about the Acute Spine Center that opened in 2022.

Brian Bissonette stopped in to talk about this summer's annual Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival! Though the event is several months away, the early bird registration deadline for a team discount is fast approaching: he had the details and a preview of this summer's event.

Another CHATPOD Doubleheader. We hear from Bemidji Lions President Ethan Larson (and Coco) about the upcoming 43rd Annual Flapjack Fundraiser coming May 14th to First Lutheran Church. Then, DNR Assistant Area Forester Ben Lang talks wildfire safety in the midst of a VERY dry spring.

Erik Brakstad of Portland, OR is visiting the local Sons of Norway this coming Sunday to share a presentation on the brave Norwegian teachers of World War II. He provided us with details on today's show!

Bemidji mayor Jorge Prince is back for his monthly visit to the show! He stopped in to preview Monday's work session and discuss key topics related to the city that are currently of note.

Beltrami County Solid Waste Director Brian Olson is back to talk a little trash. Earth Day is on the way and you can get the details on what Beltrami County Solid Waste is up to by watching you mail. Plus, we discuss remote sites and your responsibilities there, as well as that special assessment you're seeing on your property tax bill.

The Paul Bunyan Communications GigaZone Gaming Championship and TechXpo are returning to the Sanford Center this Saturday! Marketing director Brian Bissonette gave a preview of the games and tournaments available, as well as this year's special speaker.

Northwoods Battered Women's Shelter executive director Chris Latzke and board chair Rebecca Stone visited to preview the shelter's first-ever gala event in May. They also shared an update on their capital campaign and the important work of the shelter.

Bemidji Schools superintendent Jeremy Olson and board member Anna Mannecke visited to preview tonight's school board meeting. Among the topics of discussion were a tentative agreement with the BEA, good news on graduation rates, and more!