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Business ideas flourish at CLC
1+ hour, 51+ min ago (989+ words) BRAINERD " Young entrepreneurs shared their visions for future business endeavors at the third annual Raider Pitch Cup Competition at Central Lakes College. Ideas for businesses dealing with used cars, pet care, cleaning services, recovery products and language learning assistance are…...
Love & Logic parenting classes available for families
4+ week, 1+ day ago (283+ words) BRAINERD " Relationship Safety Alliance and Port Group Homes announced several upcoming Love & Logic parenting classes for community members interested in building respectful parent-child relationships and gaining practical tools for confident, calm parenting. These classes provide an introduction to the Love…...
Expect a booming spring and summer at Camp Ripley
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (456+ words) BRAINERD " Camp Ripley looks to another busy season of military training. Expect April, May and June to be busy and booming as artillery units come through the camp. "That booming and banging will continue through July, August and September, but…...
Forestview 6th graders take home Math Masters awards
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (173+ words) STAPLES " Twenty-nine Forestview Middle School sixth graders participated in the Math Masters competition on March 6 at Sourcewell in Staples. Eight students received awards out of 80 participants in the fact drill competition, where they are given five minutes to complete 75 math…...
Insight 181: Brainerd's youngest learners are thriving
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (561+ words) Early Childhood in the Brainerd School District is like a vibrant umbrella covering four cornerstone programs: Special Education, Early Childhood Screening, Early Childhood Family Education, and Preschool. Together, these offerings create a strong and flourishing ecosystem for families. At the…...
klick! Photo Gallery: Brainerd and Crosby-Ironton dance teams at 2026 State Kick Competition
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (15+ words) Brainerd Dispatch...
Minnesota child care providers complain of ICE actions "traumatizing" kids
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (315+ words) ST. PAUL " With U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations increasing in Minnesota, and following the killing of Minneapolis resident Renee Good, child care providers say learning and nurturing are being interrupted. "We are all used to in Minnesota snow days, but…...
Marine Corps League Toys For Kids benefits CWC families
4+ mon, 4+ day ago (436+ words) BRAINERD " Around 900 kids in Crow Wing County will get to wake up to presents under the tree on Christmas morning, thanks to a group of loyal volunteers. The Marine Corps League, Heartland Detachment based in Brainerd doled out hundreds of…...
Insight 181: Building a strong foundation in literacy and fostering a love of reading
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (826+ words) At Baxter Elementary, we are committed to helping all of our students build upon the many strengths that they already have to become successful, well-rounded, and compassionate people. Insight 181: Building a strong foundation in literacy and fostering a love of…...
Ask a Trooper: Tips for finding a safe car seat for your kids
4+ mon, 4+ week ago (248+ words) Question: I want to make sure my child is safe in the car, but I've heard that some car seats sold online are fake or don't meet U. S. safety standards. How can I tell if a car seat is unsafe? Answer:…...