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Brainerd Dispatch Minute

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Hear the daily local news and get the inside scoop on what's happening in Brainerd, Minnesota.

Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: www.brainerddispatch.com

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Episodes

Walleye nets Brainerd man Ice Fishing Extravaganza win 02.02.2026 5:41

Today is Monday, Feb. 2, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Aitkin Public Schools sets new referendum for April 30.01.2026 4:41

Today is Friday, Jan. 30, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Crosby man faces felony domestic assault charges 29.01.2026 5:31

Today is Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Sports Wrap with Rad & Hop - Interview with Jerr Johnson 29.01.2026 29:55

Today is Thursday, Jan. 29, Rad and Hop talk to Brainerd boys' hockey head coach Jerr Johnson. Featuring Conrad Engstrom and Wade Haapajoki, Dispatch Sports Wrap with Rad and Hop is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by TeeHive, Shannon's Auto Body, Rafferty's Pizza, Shep's on 6th, Range Printing, Randall State Bank and the sports department at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find...

Hundreds protest ice in downtown Brainerd 28.01.2026 4:44

Today is Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Federal agents arrest 4 at Brainerd restaurant 27.01.2026 5:30

Today is Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Crow Wing County Jail housing ICE detainees 26.01.2026 6:23

Today is Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

State funds available for affordable housing projects in Brainerd 23.01.2026 4:02

Today is Friday, Jan. 23, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Brainerd, Little Falls police detail roles with immigration enforcement 22.01.2026 4:32

Today is Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Sports Wrap with Rad & Hop - Interview with Luke Merseth and Bennett Day 22.01.2026 29:29

Today is Thursday, Jan. 22, Rad and Hop give sophomore Luke Merseth a call to talk about boys' basketball and get freshman Bennett Day on the phone as well to talk boys' swimming. Featuring Conrad Engstrom and Wade Haapajoki, Dispatch Sports Wrap with Rad and Hop is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by TeeHive, Shannon's Auto Body, Rafferty's Pizza, Shep's on 6th, Range...

Baxter council votes no with conditions on Hwy 371 overpass 21.01.2026 4:57

Today is Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Local costs for Hwy 371 overpass could reach $4 million 20.01.2026 4:59

Today is Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

36th annual Extravaganza is a go with 17 inches of ice 19.01.2026 5:59

Today is Monday, Jan. 19, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

High school admins propose keeping 7 periods 16.01.2026 4:11

Today is Friday, Jan. 16, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Fire temporary closes Corral Auto in Brainerd 15.01.2026 5:07

Today is Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Sports Wrap with Rad & Hop - Interview with Ali Geraets 15.01.2026 29:43

Today is Thursday, Jan. 15, Rad and Hop talk to Ali Geraets about Brainerd Warrior dance. Featuring Conrad Engstrom and Wade Haapajoki, Dispatch Sports Wrap with Rad and Hop is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by TeeHive, Shannon's Auto Body, Rafferty's Pizza, Shep's on 6th, Range Printing, Randall State Bank and the sports department at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more...

National Guard honors Steve Kohls with Superior Civilian Service Award 14.01.2026 4:45

Today is Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

School Board split on vote for 2026 chair 13.01.2026 4:10

Today is Monday, Jan. 13, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Baxter set to vote on Highway 371 overpass Jan. 20 12.01.2026 5:29

Today is Jan. 12, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Aitkin County man free from prison after 26 years, maintains innocence 09.01.2026 4:29

Today is Friday, Jan. 9, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

More than 50 jobs to be eliminated with closure of Wabash plant in Little Falls 08.01.2026 4:20

Today is Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Sports Wrap with Rad & Hop - Interview with Andy Pickar 08.01.2026 31:47

Today is Thursday, Jan. 8, Rad and Hop talk with Brainerd head wrestling coach Andy Pickar. Featuring Conrad Engstrom and Wade Haapajoki, Dispatch Sports Wrap with Rad and Hop is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by TeeHive, Shannon's Auto Body, Rafferty's Pizza, Shep's on 6th, Range Printing, Randall State Bank and the sports department at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find mo...

Area legislators react to Walz's decision to not seek reelection 07.01.2026 4:56

Today is Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Brainerd explores comp plan updates 06.01.2026 4:14

Today is Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

Predatory offender to sentenced to 20 years 05.01.2026 6:41

Today is Monday, Jan. 5, 2026. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.