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  • Charge: Intoxicated driver hits motorcycle near Bemidji, killing passenger

    Paul Walsh, Star Tribune|Aug 27, 2013

    A woman from Bemidji said she had at least 18 drinks the previous night, then got behind the wheel of her SUV the next morning and crossed the centerline of a northern Minnesota highway over the weekend, hitting a motorcycle coming the other way and killing its passenger, authorities said Monday. Victoria Whitefeather, 23, was charged in Hubbard County District Court with criminal vehicular homicide and drunken driving. Killed in the crash shortly after 9:50 a.m. Sunday on County Road 36 was Tracy Childs, 51, of Proctor, Minn., according to...

  • One dead in motorcycle-car crash in Hubbard County

    Justin Glawe, Bemidji Pioneer|Aug 27, 2013

    PARK RAPIDS — Police say a Bemidji woman fell asleep while intoxicated behind the wheel of her sport utility vehicle before she crossed the centerline and killed a passenger on a motorcycle. Victoria Blakely Whitefeather, 23, was charged in Hubbard County District Court with several counts of criminal vehicular homicide for striking a motorcycle driven by Robert Childs, of Proctor. Childs’ passenger, 51-year-old Tracy Childs, was airlifted to North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale, where she was pronounced dead as a result of injuries from the...

  • 6th Annual Suicide Prevention Walk/Run from Redby to Red Lake - P2

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Aug 27, 2013

    The 6th Annual Suicide Prevention Walk/Run from Redby to Red Lake kicked off at 9 AM on Friday, August 23, 2013. Sponsored by Red Lake Comp Health, over 100 men, women and children participated in the event....

  • 6th Annual Suicide Prevention Walk/Run from Redby to Red Lake - P3

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Aug 27, 2013

    The 6th Annual Suicide Prevention Walk/Run from Redby to Red Lake kicked off at 9 AM on Friday, August 23, 2013. Sponsored by Red Lake Comp Health, over 100 men, women and children participated in the event....

  • 2nd Annual Walleye Cook-Off held in Ponemah - P2

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Aug 27, 2013

    There were 8 participants in the 2nd Annual Walleye Cook-Off held at the Ponemah Pow Wow Grounds on Friday, August 23, 2013. The winners were: Deep or Pan Fried Walleye 1st place Andrea Goodwin 2nd place Leann Cobenais Baked or Grilled Walleye 1st place Christin May 2nd place Sharon Norris Specialty Walleye 1st place Karen Barrett 2nd place Douglas Oscar King Honorable Mentions Best Dish Name- Double Eye Walleye, Tom Barrett Best Dish Presentation- Sharon Norris Best Overall Presentation,...

  • 2013 Red Lake Fair and Pow Wow held in Ponemah - P2

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Aug 27, 2013

    6 Red Lake Fair and Pow Wow held in Ponemah Friday Night Session...

  • 2013 Red Lake Fair and Pow Wow - P2

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Aug 27, 2013

    6 Red Lake Fair and Pow Wow The Parade...

  • Red Lake Casino First Annual Car Show - P2

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Aug 27, 2013

    The Red Lake Casino First Annual Car Show was held in Red Lake on Saturday, August 24, 2013....

  • 2013 Red Lake Fair and Pow Wow - P2

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Aug 27, 2013

    6 Red Lake Fair and Pow Wow The Exhibits...

  • Back to School Fest 2013 - P11

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Aug 27, 2013

    Red Lake Chemical Health sponsored its annual Back to School Fest at the Little Rock Ball Field on Tuesday, August 20, 2013. There students received school supplies, took part in carnival games and enjoyed a picnic lunch with hamburgers, hot dogs, beans, chips, juice box and cake. Drawings for backpacks and bikes for boys and girls were also held....

  • Back to School Fest 2013 - P12

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Aug 27, 2013

    Red Lake Chemical Health sponsored its annual Back to School Fest at the Little Rock Ball Field on Tuesday, August 20, 2013. There students received school supplies, took part in carnival games and enjoyed a picnic lunch with hamburgers, hot dogs, beans, chips, juice box and cake. Drawings for backpacks and bikes for boys and girls were also held....

  • Ojibwemowin Revitalization Celebration Pow-wow held in Little Rock - P23

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Aug 27, 2013

    On Wednesday, August 14, 2013, the Ojibwemowin Revitalization Celebration Pow-wow was held at the Little Rock Ball Field. There they celebrated the Ojibwe language, listened to Ojibwe speakers and honor songs, enjoyed a walleye feast, capped by a community giveaway and games and prizes for the kids. All Ojibwe speakers and reservation community members were welcome, and there were over 300 in attendance. The Red Lake Constitution Reform Booth also had on hand flyers and surveys, giving away...

  • Ojibwemowin Revitalization Celebration Pow-wow held in Little Rock - P24

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Aug 27, 2013

    On Wednesday, August 14, 2013, the Ojibwemowin Revitalization Celebration Pow-wow was held at the Little Rock Ball Field. There they celebrated the Ojibwe language, listened to Ojibwe speakers and honor songs, enjoyed a walleye feast, capped by a community giveaway and games and prizes for the kids. All Ojibwe speakers and reservation community members were welcome, and there were over 300 in attendance. The Red Lake Constitution Reform Booth also had on hand flyers and surveys, giving away...

  • Congresswoman Betty McCollum vists Red Lake Nation - P29

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Aug 27, 2013

    On Sunday, August 11, 2013, Congresswoman Betty McCollum visited the Red Lake Nation and was hosted to a dinner at the Seven Clans Event Center by the Red Lake Tribal Council and the Political Education Committee. Representative McCollum, Co-Chair of the U.S. House of Representative Native American Caucus and member of the House Interior Appropriations Committee, met with the Red Lake Tribal Council and toured the Red Lake Indian Reservation on Monday. Specific stops included the Red Lake IHS an...

  • Congresswoman Betty McCollum vists Red Lake Nation - P30

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Aug 27, 2013

    On Sunday, August 11, 2013, Congresswoman Betty McCollum visited the Red Lake Nation and was hosted to a dinner at the Seven Clans Event Center by the Red Lake Tribal Council and the Political Education Committee. Representative McCollum, Co-Chair of the U.S. House of Representative Native American Caucus and member of the House Interior Appropriations Committee, met with the Red Lake Tribal Council and toured the Red Lake Indian Reservation on Monday. Specific stops included the Red Lake IHS an...

  • Girls: 5 Tips to Stay Safe at College

    Aug 27, 2013

    Parties – A great social life is part of the college experience but remember Never put down your beverage and come back to it. Date rape drugs are prevalent on the college scene and are impossible to detect without a test kit. Go to parties as a group, watch out for each other, and leave together. Alcohol is involved in the majority of university sexual assaults and a nice guy can quickly turn into a different and violent person when he is under the influence. ATMs and Parking Lots – Cash machines and parking lots are frequent stops in col...

  • FREE Grant Writing Workshops for Native Artists

    Native American Artists interested in applying for an Anishinaabe Arts Initiative (AAI) Grant are invited to FREE grant writing workshops to prepare for the AAI grant application process. Come learn about eligible grant requests, grant proposals, artist statements, resumes, and work samples. Deadline for Applications: October 1, 2013. Wednesday, Sept 11: 12:00-3:00 p.m. Informational Table with Region 2 Arts Council staff available to discuss AAI grant applications one-on-one. Cedar Hall at Leech Lake Tribal College, 6945 Little Wolf Rd. NW,...

  • BACK TO SCHOOL BRINGS UNPRECEDENTED NEW EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FROM THE MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

    Aug 27, 2013

    With education at the heart of its mission, the Minnesota Historical Society this fall will connect students and teachers statewide to Minnesota history like never before. Minnesota students will open a new, revised edition of the “Northern Lights” social studies textbook, and students will have unprecedented access to Minnesota history through new, interactive History Live lessons broadcast into classrooms, 16 new field trip lessons and more. An online press kit is now available at www...

  • Bemidji Speedway crowns track champions

    Dennis Peterson, Special to the Pioneer|Aug 27, 2013

    BEMIDJI -- In the sizzling heat and humidity Sunday night, Bemidji Speedway held its final regular show for points of the summer. Champions were crowned in each of the five classes. The racing season will end in Bemidji with the Annual Paul Bunyan Stampede scheduled for Sept. 28-29. Mini Stocks The mini stocks were led on track by point leader Jenny Watrud with Danny Brown to her right. Jenny Watrud sped to the front and held off Danny Brown and a hard charging Chris Dudley in the end to win...

  • Report: 104 drunken-driving deaths in Minnesota last year

    Aug 27, 2013

    ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — State traffic-safety officials have released a report on drunken driving that says 104 people died last year and more than 28,000 people were arrested in alcohol-related traffic incidents. See more at: http://www.bemidjipioneer.com/content/report-104-drunken-driving-deaths-minnesota-last-year#sthash.H6eNNQ5s.dpuf...

  • Remember Pet Safety During Late Summer Heat Wave

    Aug 27, 2013

    MINNEAPOLIS - As people endure the heat wave blanketing the Midwest this week, doctors from BluePearl Veterinary Partners are urging pet owners to take precautions for their pets during the sweltering days ahead. BluePearl doctors recommend these simple steps to help prevent your pet from taking a trip to the emergency room: • Avoid physical activity during the heat of the day; keep exercise to the cooler mornings and evenings. • Ensure your pet has access to plenty of water throughout the day and during times of exercise. • Spray your pet down...

  • Wanda Janice ShellTrack

    Aug 27, 2013

    Wanda Janice Shell Track, age 57, of St. Cloud Journeyed to the Spirit World on Friday, August 23, 2013 at her residence. She was born on November 26, 1955 in Cannon Ball, North Dakota the daughter of Alvin Shell Track and Grace Two Horses. She was formerly employed as a teacher and counselor at Nawayee Center School in Minneapolis. Wanda enjoyed sharing her Native culture with family and Community. Survived by her sons: Charles Shell Track of Blaine, Minnesota and Alvin Shell Track of Robbinsda...

  • Shirley Ann (White) Daubon

    Aug 27, 2013

    Shirley Ann Daubon, 61, of Minneapolis, began her spiritual journey on August 24, 2013 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul with her loving family by her side. She was born on February 18, 1952 the daughter of Simon and Margaret (Wilson) White. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents Simon and Margaret, sisters; Barbara LeQuire and Sandra D. White, one brother David Wilson and one nephew Duane White. She will be sadly missed by her daughter Tia White of Minneapolis, brothers; Richard White of...

  • Test score dips follow state trend: Officials cite new standards, rules as reason for decline

    Aug 27, 2013

    BEMIDJI — Local students’ test scores in 2013 appeared to follow a state trend, showing a slight dip overall because of new standards and rules. See more at: http://www.bemidjipioneer.com/content/test-score-dips-follow-state-trend-officials-cite-new-standards-rules-reason-decline#sthash.MWfz4DEL.dpuf...

  • Aug 27, 2013

    A solitary wolf bit a 16-year-old-old boy sleeping outside his tent near Lake Winnibigoshish on Sunday, the first documented wolf attack in Minnesota history....

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