Attorneys to resolve Nevis School bookkeeper's contract

On the advice of the Nevis School District’s attorney, Tuesday’s open board meeting to discuss action on bookkeeper Betsy Anderson’s contract was canceled and rescheduled. Anderson was placed “on leave” last week after her son, Jon Hoffman, questioned Nevis superintendent Steve Rassier’s personal use of a district vehicle in southern Minnesota Aug. 21.

Predatory offender gets 91 months for sex with minor

A Detroit Lakes man was sentenced to 91 months in prison for the repeated sexual contact with a teenage girl over several years.

• Brian Warren Bebensee

Scenic hiking trail damaged by riders

When North Country Trail hikers discovered ATV and horse damage to a section of trails northwest of Emmaville in mid-August, they had some powerful evidence to turn over to authorities.

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Uffda! Days sets sail, providing fun for all in Nevis

A merry band of actors took the stage, with a captivated audience seated on Main, to perform “A Farewell to Nortland,” at Nevis’ seventh annual celebration of Scandinavian heritage. The tale of marital woes and infidelity, inebriation and immigration had the audience chuckling. The cast included Jimmy Frank as Ole, Deb Stark as Lena, Dennis Aaron as Papa Gunnar, Russ Hensel as Sven, Jinx Zajaczkowski as Olga, Angi Trelstad as Marta and playwright Dan Schweich as Torval. Jerry Rivard served as narrator. The play began with Sven winding his way through the audience, waving an envelope with an aura of cheap perfume and/or dead fish and a picture of Inga. He shares the letter with Ole, who’s imbibing a beer and taking inventory of his fishing gear, and the two head off the stage, excited. At the play’s conclusion, the cast boards the boat to emigrate to “the new land,” with promise of more adventures ahead.

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Oberstar confers with area constituents

U.S. Rep. Jim Oberstar, traveling to confer with constituents, said the resounding concern he’s hearing is jobs. “Everywhere.”

• Jim Oberstar in Nevis
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‘Mad hatters’ cap wardrobes with color, warmth

You might say that three Bemidji elementary teachers have gone mad as hatters in their retirement.

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BASIC BUSINESS CENTS: Analyze worth of a business before starting one

Don (Dominick) Shrello used to teach a seminar on opportunity analysis in which he listed decision factors – Is it Real? Can We Win? and Is It Worth It?

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VETS VIEWS: Many community activities support vets

• Greg Remus
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Schuldt seeking third consecutive trip to state cross-country meet

Bryon Schuldt enters his third season of cross-country running favored to capture his third all-state honor.

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Tigers enter new era with veteran crew

Shawn Klimek is counting on a veteran lineup to kick off a successful new era for the Nevis 9-man football team.

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Tigers have talent to return to state tournament

Qualifying for state for the first time in school history and winning the consolation title capped off a historic season for the Nevis volleyball team in 2009. Head coach Stephanie Hanson is counting on a similar season from the Tigers in 2010.

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Warriors out to defend title

Even though the United North Central football team graduated 10 key players, head coach Jeremy Nordick is counting on the Warriors to defend their Prairie North Conference title and be a legitimate contender in the Section 8AA playoffs.

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Panthers counting on team quickness

Aaron Morris is relying on team speed and depth to lead the Park Rapids football team to a successful season.

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New head coach has high expectations for entire Menahga volleyball program

Isaiah Hahn has high expectations as the new head coach of the Menahga volleyball team.

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Panthers looking to serve up girls' first section title

Having a veteran lineup returning has Nicole Brandt expecting the Park Rapids girls tennis team to make another run at qualifying for the school’s first trip to the state Class A tournament.

• Park Rapids senior girls tennis players
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Swimmers' expectations stay high

Some people were surprised when the Park Rapids girls swimming and diving team won the Section 8A title last season.

• Park Rapids senior girls swimmers
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Five section runners return for Warriors

Five runners who competed at last year’s Section 8A meet return to lead the United North Central boys and girls cross-country teams this fall.

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Park Rapids cross-country teams featuring contrasting situations

Kerry Johnson will have to contend with contrasting situations for the Park Rapids boys and girls cross-country teams this season.

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Graduation leaves key spots to fill

Team chemistry was a main reason last year’s Park Rapids volleyball team had one of its most successful seasons in school history. Developing team chemistry will be the key to success for the Panthers again this fall.

• Park Rapids senior volleyball players
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