In 2016, Samantha placed 4th @ State, and 3rd place in 2017. This year, she secured first place in all 10 speech meets in her category, Extemporaneous Reading from the book The Sound of Thunder by Ray Bradbury. She placed first at the Walker meet in the new category POI (program , oral, interpretation–a memorized… More Info
The Walker Speech Team Returns With Three State Medalists The 2018 Minnesota High School League speech season has finally come to a close. Punctuated by an awards ceremony last Saturday at Apple Valley High School, the top eight speakers in each of the 13 categories were awarded state medals. The competition lasted two days, with… More Info
If you make the quick drive to Bemidji, stop by Bemidji Brewing, located at 211 America Avenue in downtown. Its Taproom is open 5 days a week (Wednesday through Sunday) and serves a variety of fresh brews that rotate frequently. You can also grab a bite from the seasonal food menu to pair with your… More Info
Access North is a private non-profit organization that provides independent living services to people of all ages and disabilities. Our consumers have control over decisions regarding their lives and services. Our services promote self-determination and self-sufficiency, the pursuit of meaningful goals, opportunities and choices. Our Core services include Independent Living Skills, Advocacy, Information & Referral,… More Info
Dani Swantic arrived from the Shawnee National Forest (Illinois) in February to fill in temporarily for the lands and recreation specialist at the Chippewa National Forest Supervisor’s Office in Cass Lake, Minn. Forest staff were happy to meet Swantic and her service dog, Dezal, a big, friendly, black lab/German shepard mix. Swantic picked Dezal… More Info
