Brainerd Dispatch

Your best source for Brainerd Lakes Area Minnesota news, sports and weather.

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Attention teachers: Don't forget to submit your students' weather drawing to the Brainerd Dispatch, 506 James St., Brainerd, MN, 56401. https://t.co/PJ0HPs8TPp

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The background of the Autumn Blaze maple explains why these popular trees can be both rewarding and disappointing in our region. https://t.co/saRn1ejebl

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Josh Bostrom is a two-sport athlete for two different schools. https://t.co/0MSI1vqzrW

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A look through the Brainerd Dispatch archives with Terry McCollough combing the microfilm for tidbits of history through the decades going back to 1925. https://t.co/daHrKPiPn2

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The Pillager Huskies hosted the Foley Falcons Friday, Oct. 23. https://t.co/va2oTWIvrx

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Firefighters respond to wildfire off Golf Course Drive in Baxter Friday, Oct.23, 2026, on a warm, windy and dry night

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Attention teachers: Don't forget to submit your students' weather drawing to the Brainerd Dispatch, 506 James St., Brainerd, MN, 56401. https://t.co/df9nEFCunS

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The Dispatch publishes records as part of its obligation to inform readers about the business of public institutions and to serve as a keeper of the local historical record. https://t.co/XhmXEgA4iG

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2026 Lakes Area Dining Guide – The Pickled Loon Saloon

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The 41-13 loss to Purdue provided Minnesota several opportunities to convert on fourth down https://t.co/sWtnxvhSPp

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Subscribe and listen to the Dispatch Sports Wrap with Rad & Hop sponsored by TeeHive, Shannon's Auto Body, Rafferty's Pizza, Shep's on 6th, Range Printing, Randall State Bank on the Brainerd Dispatch Minute podcast feed at https://t.co/yw2RXGPvix, Apple... https://t.co/6eNFUHhgG0

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Devlyn Brooks is an ordained pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and serves Faith Lutheran Church in Wolverton, Minnesota. https://t.co/RsIcaJU9Zb

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In a civil complaint, a Detroit Lakes school board candidate and a local business owner are accused of violating state election law by using a sailboat image that closely resembles the logo used by the school district. https://t.co/dObKqkOwpR

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Special guest for this week’s podcast!

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Coaching and quarterback play are both multi-generational legacies for several members of the Feeney family. https://t.co/3TNLIZgwIz

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This week's Pets of the Week are Miss Razzle and Baron, housed at Paws + Claws in Hackensack. https://t.co/wlxmFSVFvX

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Ollie’s Bargain Outlet opens Wednesday, Oct. 28. https://t.co/xI7IsSEKLD

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The Minnesota State Patrol responded to the crash at 3:11 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, in Isle. https://t.co/4psK5wuZnK

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The goal is to hear from Minnesotans by creating space through listening sessions to speak honestly about what matters to them, listen to others and explore what action might look like together. https://t.co/hgaFBGmV5i

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One loss ends a season. One win keeps a dream alive.

Follow Minnesota high school football on the road to the championships. Stream postseason games live on WDAY+.

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