Here are a few of this week’s top stories from the KBRFRadio.com Newsroom:
Commemorating Charles Beck: M State College Honors Art Legend and Former Students
M State is hosting a special art exhibition to celebrate the life and legacy of the late Charles Beck, an esteemed visual artist and cherished art teacher at the Fergus Falls campus for decades.
Drivers Can Expect Delays on Tower Road Bridge
Starting today, the Otter Tail County highway department will be making minor repairs to the Tower Road Bridge North of the roundabout in Fergus Falls.
Downtown Fergus Falls Emerging as an Airbnb Destination for Travelers
Downtown Fergus Falls is quickly becoming a popular destination for travelers seeking short-term rentals, as property owners in the area capitalize on the thriving Airbnb market.
The Second Annual Otter Tail County Thrift Crawl
Buying used keeps usable items out of the landfill, supports local businesses, provides low cost shopping alternatives for people in need, prevents pollution and waste from manufacturing new products, and save the energy and resources that go into make new products
Graduation Rate Nears Pre-Pandemic Levels
Minnesota’s graduation rate nears pre-pandemic levels. State Education Commissioner Willie Jett says in 2022 83.6% percent of students graduated in four years.
West Central Initiative Launches Application for Resilient Communities Grants
West Central Initiative is accepting applications now through Monday, May 22, 2023, for Resilient Communities Grants. Grants will focus on organizations working to create a more sustainable and equitable region.
9th Annual Emergency Management Summit: Update
Otter Tail County hosted the 9th Annual Emergency Management Summit: Operation Prep Kit on Thursday, April 20.
Fergus Falls Fire Department Elevates Skills with Low Angle Rope Rescue Training
Yesterday evening (April 24th), the Fergus Falls Fire Department (FFFD) took advantage of the beautiful weather to engage in vital low angle rope rescue training.
Ex-Brooklyn Center Officer Potter Released From Shakopee Women’s Prison
Ex-Brooklyn Center officer Kim Potter is out of prison after serving 16 months for the April 2021 fatal shooting of 20-year-old Daunte Wright.
2023 Minnesota State Robotics All-Academic Team Announced
The Northern Minnesota Robotics Conference (NMRC) and the Minnesota Robotics Coaches Association (MRCA) have announced the regional high school students selected for the 2023 Minnesota State All-Academic Team.
Funeral Services Held for Deputy Josh Owen; Family Asks Governor Walz Not To Attend
Thousands of people traveled to Glenwood to pay respect to Deputy Josh Owen on Saturday morning.
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