What was printed on this day 10, 25, 50 and 100 years ago. Written By: Pioneer Staff Report | 6:05 am, Feb. 27, 2021 × 10 years ago February 27, 2011 -- In 1978, Bob Lehmann was driving through Hermantown, Minn., when he was stopped by a Minnesota State trooper for speeding. The experience led him to consider a career in law enforcement. Lehmann, Captain of the Bemidji Police Department, is retiring after nearly 30 years in law enforcement. “I have enjoyed serving the citizens of Bemidji,” he said. 25 years ago February 27, 1996 -- A week after it disappeared and a day after the disappearance received national media attention, Paul Bunyan's winter hat was returned. The hat was returned in good shape, after an appeal from the Chamber of Commerce. Chamber officials, since it is so late in the winter season, have decided to not return the hat to Paul's head this winter.