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Voices of strength: Advocating for survivors of sexual assault

Denim Day is a day of action and awareness where people are encouraged to wear denim to combat victim blaming and educate on the realities of sexual violence.

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This Was Brainerd - April 29

A look through the Brainerd Dispatch archives with Terry McCollough combing the microfilm for tidbits of history through the decades going back to 1924.

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Minnesota Songwriter Featured in Dodge Ram Commercial

It isn't just the sports kids from Minnesota making a national splash

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Secretary of State hosts Election Administration Training Conference in Nisswa

Officials around the state prepare for 2024 election season.

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Aitkin County Fair hosts Decorate a Tree contest

Prizes for the Grand Champion, Reserve Champion, and Peoples’ Choice Awards are provided by Aitkin County Friends of the Arts.

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Handmade jingle dresses to be featured in exhibition

This collection will be on display at The Crossing Arts Gallery from May 1 to May 25.

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Adopt a Highway volunteers remove 42,100 bags of trash in 2023

With at least 900 sections currently available for adoption across Minnesota, MnDOT welcomes more groups to volunteer.

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This Was Brainerd - April 27

A look through the Brainerd Dispatch archives with Terry McCollough combing the microfilm for tidbits of history through the decades going back to 1924.

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What's Doing

A listing of area meetings and events in the Brainerd lakes area.

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Warming shelter sees busiest season yet

The Bridge on 7th Shelter closed for the season April 21.

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