Chatabout!

Village of Hope Board President Dee Sweeney discusses Village of Hope's mission and other shelter providers in the area, along with Saturday's March to Support Shelter Care. Then, Sanford Center's Dynamic Duo, Lexi & Ethan, are back to preview some big events coming to Sanford Center. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-...

Headwaters Music & Art's Gala is coming up March 21st. Executive Director Tricia Andrews & Arts Program Manager Angela Marie are in with all the details on WHY you should be there. Plus we preview the Spring Open House and Monroe Crossing is back in May! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Bemidji Fire Chief Justin Sherwood brought in Shannon Murray of Lead For Inclusion and two members of the new Inclusive Fire Brigade, Daniel Norton and Asher Geller, to discuss the Brigade and Lead For Inclusion's mission to expand opportunities and experiences for ALL. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Bemidji's Planning & Zoning Director previews this month's Monday meeting and discusses what we'll see develop over the course of this construction season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

When does Spring start? Depends on if you're talking with Christa Drake or Connie Cox. Our resident State Park Naturalists debate meteorological or astronomical seasons. Plus, syruping (is that a word?), state park events and camping season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Bemidji Area Schools Superintendent Jeremy Olson discusses legislative issues, JW Smith, and great things happening in ISD #31. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Beltrami County Commissioner and Board Chair Scott Winger recaps the latest Beltrami County Board meeting, including fraud prevention updates, a jail update and what Beltrami County is watching closely during the legislative session See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ward 5 Bemidji City Councilor Emelie Rivers recapped this week's Bemidji City Council meeting and discussed the key topics going on in the city as we close in on spring. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Thomas Cain, Jr is back to share another Native American legend and discusses Native American history and his efforts to share it with us. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Bidal Duran is in to update the first two weeks of the Minnesota Legislative session. Gun legislation, fraud, bonding, and school safety are high on the list of Bidal's concerns. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

General Surgeon & Bariatric Specialist Dr. Dave Faugno-Fusci and Bariatric Coordinator Kayla Persons discuss weight loss options at Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota. From medications to multiple surgical options, there are many way to combat obesity. They have the details on today's show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri...

Superintendent Jeremy Olson & School Board Chair Todd Haugen discuss topics from Monday's School Board Meeting, as well as addressing the proposal to close JW Smith Elementary, contract discussions with BEA, a disciplinary issue and the challenges of financing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Family Advocate Charmaine Shepard and Director Michele Andringa were in to preview Thursday's Head Start Open House and detail what BiCAP Head Start is all about and how it helps children and families. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Headwaters Science Center Executive Director Lee Furuseth is in to talk all things e-Cubed. There are just a few tickets left and after you hear from Lee, you'll definitely want them! Plus we hear from one of the chefs...Channy from Pho Bemidji. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

It's a busy time in Bemidji. The Mayor is in to recap his State of the City Address from Monday, discuss the implications of the Northern Township decision and the recent approval of First City Cannabis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Beltrami County Solid Waste Operations Manager Jared Davidson has the details on their new Organics Program, which will save tons (literally!) in the landfill and will help the environment. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Bemidji City Councilor at Large Audrey Thayer recapped the most recent City Council Meeting, discussed the Mayor's State of the City Address, and discussed the Planning Board's recent decision on First City Cannabis. Then, Kelli & Julie Juelson preview the Blackduck Kid's Fishing Derby set for March 1st on Blackduck Lake. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N...

Best selling author Will Weaver has told some great stories in the past and he continues with his current book series based on his family's story as immigrant Norwegian farmers in the upper midwest. He discusses the books, his breakout novel "Red Earh, White Earth", the 20th anniversary of "Sweetland" and his upcoming presentation to the Sons Of Norway this Sunday. See Privacy Policy at https://ar...

Kathryn Wicker of Cruisemasters is travel agent who makes life easier for her customers by using Bemidji Regional Airport. Sara Koenck is someone who wanted to live here and not give up her job in the metro. They discuss the value of using the airport. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sheriff Jason Riggs discusses his thoughts on Operation Metro Surge, ICE operations in our area, working with other agencies and the importance of questioning EVERYTHING you see on social media in an AI world (even things you hope are true). Plus a survey to help make Beltrami County roads safer, and how Northern's plan to incorporate as a town does or does not affect law enforcement there. See Pr...

Dr. Jason Caron joins the show to discuss his new role as Sanford Health of Northern MN CEO. He also talks about maintaining a (smaller) practice as an Orthopedic Surgeon and the ever changing landscape of healthcare. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Andrew Dahlby & Angie Rogers-Elstad of the Bemidji Education Association discuss the state of negotiations with District 31, what the teachers are looking for, challenges in education and what the BEA does. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Bemidji Fire Chief Justin Sherwood was in to discuss his concerns about the ongoing storm recovery and how to be more efficient and effective. He also discusses the concerns for the upcoming spring and summer and discusses mentorships and the new Inclusive Fire Brigade. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Bemidji Planning & Zoning Director Jamin Carlson is in to preview tonight's Planning Board Meeting. The Board will vote on the proposed location for First City Cannabis, Chipotle is on the way, a new tire and auto center is coming to Paul Bunyan Drive Northwest and several businesses are finding new homes. We cover it all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

Bemidji Schools Superintendent Jeremy Olson updated us on what's happening in School District 31, including contract talks and personnel issues. Then, Knights Of Columbus Walleye Classic Czar Phil Hodapp previews the 26th Annual Event. The Tourney is in June, but registration is underway See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-n...