Brainerd Dispatch Minute

Brainerd mayor defends choice not to sign letter to state government

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 4:26

Today is Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Nisswa Mayor won't resign, faces no confidence vote in January

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 5:47

Today is Monday, Dec. 22, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Brainerd man pleads guilty in 2024 murder, abduction case

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 5:13

Today is Friday, Dec. 19, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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14-year-old in custody after threats made to Forestview Middle School

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 3:56

Today is Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Sports Wrap with Rad & Hop - Interview with Gus

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 25:37

Today is Thursday, Dec. 18, Rad and Hop preview the Brainerd boys' basketball assistant coach Brian Gustafson. Featuring Conrad Engstrom and Wade Haapajoki, Dispatch Sports Wrap with Rad and Hop is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by TeeHive, Shannon's Auto Body, Rafferty's Pizza, Shep's on 6th, Range Printing, Randall State Bank and the sports department at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more sports coverage throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Some School Board members seek more open labor negotiations

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 4:11

Today is Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Brainerd council approves 4.75% levy increase

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 4:04

Today is Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Brainerd Carefree Living license suspended, revoked by state

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 5:35

Today is Monday, Dec. 15, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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School Board approves 4.7% levy increase

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 4:44

Today is Friday, Dec. 12, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Sports Wrap with Rad & Hop - Interview with Josh McKeag

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 26:45

Today is Thursday, Dec. 11, Rad and Hop preview the Brainerd boys' swim and diving season with head coach Josh McKeag. Featuring Conrad Engstrom and Wade Haapajoki, Dispatch Sports Wrap with Rad and Hop is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by TeeHive, Shannon's Auto Body, Rafferty's Pizza, Shep's on 6th, Range Printing, Randall State Bank and the sports department at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more sports coverage throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Council continues to explore housing at Gustafson Park

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 4:47

Today is Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Nisswa mayor's assault claim dismissed, then reopened

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 4:28

Today is Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Area schools to dismiss early ahead of winter storm

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 4:32

Today is Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Forest ice skating trail underway at the Arb

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 4:47

Today is Monday, Dec. 8, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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BHS students address budget cut concerns

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 4:24

Today is Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Sports Wrap with Rad & Hop - Winter Sports Begins!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 23:49

Today is Thursday, Dec. 4, Rad and Hop go solo and recap the week of Brainerd winter sports. Featuring Conrad Engstrom and Wade Haapajoki, Dispatch Sports Wrap with Rad and Hop is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by TeeHive, Shannon's Auto Body, Rafferty's Pizza, Shep's on 6th, Range Printing, Randall State Bank and the sports department at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more sports coverage throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Brainerd council explore message therapy regulations

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 5:33

Today is Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Brainerd council sees lower levy estimate ahead of public hearing

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 4:14

Today is Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Lakes Area Food Shelf acquires building for Baxter expansion

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 5:15

Today is Monday, Dec. 1, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Sports Wrap with Rad & Hop - Happy Thanksgiving with Tate Rusk

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 25:06

Today is Thursday, Nov. 27, Rad and Hop talk with Brainerd assistant hockey coach Tate Rusk. Featuring Conrad Engstrom and Wade Haapajoki, Dispatch Sports Wrap with Rad and Hop is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by TeeHive, Shannon's Auto Body, Rafferty's Pizza, Shep's on 6th, Range Printing, Randall State Bank and the sports department at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more sports coverage throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Crosby businesses bond over shared community

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 5:25

Today is Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Public hearing on Brainerd budget, levy is Dec. 8

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 4:55

Today is Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Winter storm watch in effect Tuesday, Wednesday

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 7:02

Today is Monday, Nov. 24, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Man faces criminal charges after allegedly assaulting 2 women

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 4:42

Today is Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Sports Wrap with Rad & Hop - Interview with Gabbie Smith

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 23:44

Today is Thursday, Nov. 20, Rad and Hop talk with Brainerd/Little Falls girls' hockey assistant coach Gabbie Smith. Featuring Conrad Engstrom and Wade Haapajoki, Dispatch Sports Wrap with Rad and Hop is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by TeeHive, Shannon's Auto Body, Rafferty's Pizza, Shep's on 6th, Range Printing, Randall State Bank and the sports department at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more sports coverage throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Brainerd council mulls housing at Gustafson Park

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 5:10

Today is Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Celebration of Excellence to honor area businesses, business leaders

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 4:22

Today is Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Cass County deputy shot in line of duty released from hospital

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 4:33

Today is Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Community reflects on passing of Dispatch photographer Steve Kohls

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 5:27

Today is Monday, Nov. 17, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Funeral arrangements set for Steve Kohls

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 6:06

Today is Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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New restaurant makes plans to build in Baxter

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 4:51

Today is Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Saturday's Dispatch to honor the memory of photographer Steve Kohls

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 5:12

Today is Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Brainerd Council returns grant for 210 pedestrian bridge

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 3:52

Today is Tuesday, Nov. 11. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Regional food drive helps keep tables full

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 5:33

Today is Monday, Nov. 10, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Chris Dens is 2025 Brainerd Citizen of the Year

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 4:23

Today is Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Go, C-I, Go: Crosby-Ironton voters approve operating levy

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 5:13

Today is Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Sports Wrap with Rad & Hop - Interview with Macy Castle, Addy Bjorklund and Allison Thomes

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 23:33

Today is Thursday, Nov. 6, Rad and Hop talk with members of the Brainerd girls' basketball team to talk about the upcoming season. Featuring Conrad Engstrom and Wade Haapajoki, Dispatch Sports Wrap with Rad and Hop is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by TeeHive, Shannon's Auto Body, Rafferty's Pizza, Shep's on 6th, Range Printing, Randall State Bank and the sports department at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more sports coverage throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Overpass project packs Forestview for public hearing

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 5:12

Today is Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Backus school defamation suit can go forward

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 5:36

Today is Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Brainerd native to appear on Wheel of Fortune

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 6:20

Today is Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Time change this weekend is reminder to replace detector batteries

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 4:23

Today is Friday, Oct. 31, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Sports Wrap with Rad & Hop - Interview with Dave Herath (feat. Jon Cowell)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 24:38

Today is Thursday, Oct. 30, Rad and Hop talk with Brainerd cross-country head coach Dave Herath about the state cross-country meet. Hop also calls Jon Cowell to talk about the state meet. Featuring Conrad Engstrom and Wade Haapajoki, Dispatch Sports Wrap with Rad and Hop is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by TeeHive, Shannon's Auto Body, Rafferty's Pizza, Shep's on 6th, Range Printing, Randall State Bank and the sports department at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more sports coverage throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Minnesota AG Keith Ellison stops in Brainerd

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 5:44

Today is Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Transmission line project draws interest at open house

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 4:55

Today is Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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2 decades of turning pages together

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 4:21

Today is Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Haunted Museum opens in Brainerd

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 5:57

Today is Monday, Oct. 27, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Brainerd massage therapist accused of sexual assault

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 5:18

Today is Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Area legislators respond to Supreme Court ruling on transgender athlete case

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 5:22

Today is Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Sports Wrap with Rad & Hop - Interview with Mary Clifford

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 28:40

Today is Thursday, Oct. 23, Rad and Hop talk with Brainerd diving coach Mary Clifford about the upcoming swimming and diving conference and section meets. Featuring Conrad Engstrom and Wade Haapajoki, Dispatch Sports Wrap with Rad and Hop is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by TeeHive, Shannon's Auto Body, Rafferty's Pizza, Shep's on 6th, Range Printing, Randall State Bank and the sports department at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more sports coverage throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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Brainerd Elks celebrate 125th anniversary

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 5:31

Today is Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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September sinkhole OKed for repair funds

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 4:24

Today is Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025. The Brainerd Dispatch Minute is a product of Forum Communications Co. and is brought to you by reporters at the Brainerd Dispatch. Find more news throughout the day at BrainerdDispatch.com.

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