BUSINESS

KBXE nearly operational; meeting set for Feb. 6

Northern Community Radio (91.7 KAXE) has announced that the 90.5 KBXE tower is up, the antennas are installed and the transmitter is currently being tested.

January 29, 2012

JCPenney helps Boys and Girls Club

A recent “Pennies From Heaven” campaign at Bemidji’s JCPenney generated $1,463.43 for the Boys & Girls Club of the Bemidji Area.

January 29, 2012

National Indian Gaming Association donates $15,500 to Red Lake youth

Ernie Stevens, (Oneida) chairman of the National Indian Gaming Association, came to Red Lake Jan. 20 with $15,500 in his pocket. Stevens, an athlete himself from Green Bay, was mourning the losses of his beloved Packers.

By Michael Meuers , January 29, 2012

Bemidji Area Chamber Ambassadors visit Raven Rock Gallery

Bemidji Area Chamber Ambassadors congratulate Don Andree on the opening of his new jewelry and art gallery store, Raven Rock Gallery. Located at 1000 Paul Bunyan Drive NW, Suite 102, Don offers fine jewelry and diamonds, local and regional artists, custom jewelry work, in addition to buying gold and diamonds. From left are Ambassadors Rachel Johnson, Brian Bissonette, Valeri Johnson and Sylvia Wildgen, owner Don Andree, sales associate Katie Rossmen and Ambassadors Kim Nelson, Sonja McCollum, Pat Kelly and Janice Dagen, and, back row, Ambassadors Paul Diehl, Chris Kvam, James Hanson and Bryce Oakes.

January 29, 2012

Bemidji Area Chamber Ambassadors visit We Love Messes

Bemidji Area Chamber Ambassadors welcome new business We Love Messes. Formerly Let’s Clean House, We Love Messes specializes in professional organizing for home and office, as well as eco-friendly residential cleaning. Owner Tammy Schotzko works with clients to assess their clutter, develop a plan to eliminate it and assist in clutter removal and disposal. She is a member of the National Association of Professional Organizers. From left are, front row, Ambassador Janice Dagen, owner Tammy Schotzko and Ambassador Barb Treat, and, back row, Ambassadors Chris Kvam, Kristi Anderson, Benita Dingman, Kendra Fuller, Sonja McCollum and Brian Bissonette. Not pictured is Ambassador Bryce Oakes.

January 29, 2012

Questions surround American Indian remains at Bemidji store site

The planned closing of a Pamida store in Bemidji next month is raising questions about what will happen to Native American remains on the property.

By Tom Robertson, MPR News 91.3FM , January 29, 2012

Minnesota company recalls beef over labeling issue

ST. MICHAEL, Minn. (AP) — A Minnesota wholesaler is recalling more than a ton of beef sirloin products because the labels fail to indicate that one ingredient is milk, a possible allergen.

By Associated Press , January 28, 2012

SkyWest Airlines will officially provide air service to Bemidji

As expected, SkyWest Airlines Inc. will provide commercial air service to Bemidji airport travelers, U.S. Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken and Rep. Collin Peterson announced Thursday.

By Pioneer Staff Report , January 27, 2012

Defendants plead not guilty of racketeering

The six defendants charged with racketeering for their roles in the so-called Native Mob have all pleaded not guilty to the charges filed against them.

January 27, 2012

Diners fill plates, bellies at Taste of Northern Minnesota

Both newcomers and seasoned veterans found plenty to delight their palates Thursday at the Taste of Northern Minnesota.

By Laurie Swenson , January 27, 2012

Bemidji's Pamida closing revives debate over burial site

The planned closing of a Pamida store in Bemidji next month is raising questions about what will happen to Native American remains on the property.

By By Tom Robertson, MPR 91.7 News , January 26, 2012

Delta 4Q profit soars on higher fares, demand

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Delta Air Lines' quarterly profit soared as higher fares offset a bigger fuel bill.

By Associated Press , January 25, 2012

OSHA cites Jennie-O Turkey Store

BARRON, Wis. (AP) — The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration has accused Jennie-O Turkey Store of 11 safety violations at its Barron plant in connection with an accident last July.

By Associated Press , January 23, 2012

Bemidji dentist takes over Blackduck practice

Dr. Scott Larson, a dentist who worked with Dr. Marshall Muirhead in Bemidji for the past five years, has taken over a practice in Blackduck from retiring dentist Dr. Paul Bengtson.

By Paula Bauman , January 22, 2012

Bemidji Area Chamber Ambassadors visit Center of Therapeutic Arts

Bemidji Area Chamber Ambassadors welcome the Center of Therapeutic Arts, 521 Minnesota Ave. NW. Offering organic facials, massage, reflexology, holistic health education and consults, deep tissue, relaxation, myofascial release, and hot stone massage. From left are, front row, aesthetician Kariann Anderson, holistic registered nurse Holly Churchill and licensed practical nurses Katie Thoreson and Beth Jenkins, and back row, Ambassadors DeAnn Zavoral, Kristi Anderson, Pat Kelly and Betsie Curb. Not pictured is Ambassador Rachel Johnson.

January 22, 2012