Brian discusses everything he and the Beltrami County Waste Department do, how he got into the solid waste business and all the changes technology has wrought for solid waste disposal.

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Jeannie Thompson, Director of Sanford Health's Woods Edge Senior Living Campus, discusses the campus and the various levels of care that are available in the three facilities. She also discusses financial helps, the flexibility of the campus and how it's convenient as needs change over the years.

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Just in time for Valentine's Day, a new fundraiser for the Northwoods Battered Women's Shelter: The "Give From The Heart" Fundraising Dinner at The Tavern. Executive Director Chris Latzke has all the details and gets us updated on the new shelter project.

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To celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, Kev checked in with Beltrami County Sheriff Jason Riggs, Bemidji Police Captain Dave Lazella & State Patrol Lieutenant Brad Norland to discuss each department's role in law enforcement and public safety, how they work together and why they feel called into law enforcement.

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The Bemidji Symphony Orchestra is having a unique fundraiser. The Blood Mary Battle. Eight Bemidji area restaurants will bring their best to the Rail River Folk School to determine who has the BEST Bloody Mary. Tickets are on sale now. Listen for details!

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Jeremy Olson recaps the school year thus far, previews the public meetings regarding the extension of the referendum, discusses the budget challenges going forward and talks about the MANY good things happening in School District 31.

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Bemidji High School Sports teams have been playing home games all over Bemidji. But a vision is in place to create a true home field advantage with additions and improvements to fields and stadiums on the Bemidji High School campus. Andra Vaughn joined Kev to share the vision.

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eCubed is returning to The Headwaters Science Center February 17th. Due to its proximity to Valentine's Day, the theme is The Science Of Love: Chemistry & Attraction. Lee has the details plus updates us on the construction and they even have great gifts for the Holidays.

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It's been an EVENTFUL week in Bemidji city government. ASM Global, who manages Sanford Center, began the week with a bad report on Sanford's revenue in 2023. Then on Wednesday, a heated discussion and vote on a proposed housing site in Irvingboro...and, oh yes, they passed the 2024 levy. Mayor Jorge Prince made a special trip in to talk about all of it.

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Sunday and Tuesday were eventful days on Upper Red Lake...and fortunately everyone got out of there in fine shape. Sheriff Jason Riggs has the details, plus talks about next steps in the jail project, what he plans on for 2024, and staying safe during holiday travel. We also salute those who will be working while we are reveling.

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