Crow Wing County Residential Resource Guide

CROW WING COUNTY

2019 Residential Resource Guide

Navigating The Area GOVERNMENT | HISTORY | ORGANIZATIONS | SERVICES | SCHOOLS | CHURCHES | EVENTS A publication by the Brainerd Dispatch and Echo Journal

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2019 Calender of Events.................................................. 6 Crow Wing County History.............................................. 8 Medical Directory..............................................................10 Emergency Directory.......................................................12 Crow Wing County Government...................................13 State and Federal Government.....................................14 Cities.....................................................................................16 City Information..................................................................18 Townships............................................................................19 Crow Wing County Map..................................................21 Schools...............................................................................22 College................................................................................23 County Services................................................................24 Older Adult.........................................................................32 Churches............................................................................40 Nonprofit Organizations.................................................46 Historic Landmarks..........................................................54 Historic News Events......................................................56 County Trails......................................................................58 Crow Wing Energized.................................................... 60 Libraries...............................................................................61

Do you ever have questions about how to obtain a building permit or where to turn for mental health treatment?

How about finding a number to contact an area legislator or reaching one of the many services Crow Wing County offers?

Or checking a date for one of the major area events in 2019 or searching for a contact to join one of the hundreds of nonprofit organizations in our area? Or are you simply curious about the long and interesting history of our county?

We gathered and organized all of that information and published it in our 2019 Crow Wing County Residential Resource Guide print and digital editions. The guide is full of contact information for emergency/medical, cities and townships, county and older adult services, non-profit organizations and area churches.

Thanks to everyone who helped produce our guide from information gathering to writing stories to advertising sales and page design. Also, thanks to the county offices and other area organizations who helped provide information. And finally, a special thank you to the advertisers who supported our first resource guide.

We apologize in advance to any group or organization accidentally omitted from our listings. Please contact us at 218 855-5855 and we will update our digital edition and include the information in future years.

Thank you and enjoy our 2019 Crow Wing County Residential Resource Guide.

Renee Richardson's photo of a kayak navigating area waters symbolizes the reader navigating through the pages of our first Crow Wing County Residential Resource Guide.

CROW WING COUNTY

2019 Residential Resource Guide

Navigating The Area GOVERNMENT | HISTORY | ORGANIZATIONS | SERVICES | SCHOOLS | CHURCHES | EVENTS A publication by the Brainerd Dispatch and Echo Journal

Pete Mohs, publisher Brainerd Dispatch/Echo Journal

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2019 Calendar of Events Following are some of the events sched- MARCH • 1-3 - Brainerd Schools Community Theater: uled for 2019 in Crow Wing County: JANUARY

• 5 - Ice Fest on Pelican Lake • 17-20 - Antique Snowmobile Rendezvous, Pequot Lakes • 25 - Remembering Bobby Vee, CLC Performing Arts • 26 - Brainerd Jaycees Gull Lake Ice Fishing Extravaganza • 31 - Crosslake Winterfest

FEBRUARY

• 1-2 - Crosslake Winterfest • 2 - Serpent Lake Fishing Contest • 2 - Brainerd Public School Foundation Big Event • 2 - Cuyuna Lakes Whiteout Fat Bike Race • 3 - Lumberjack Jaunt cross country ski race, Northland Arboretum • 16-18 - Nisswa Winter Jubilee • 22-24 - Gull Lake Frozen Fore • 22-24 - Brainerd Schools Community Theater: Addams Family

• 11 - Pequot Lakes Block Party • 11-12 - Spring Arts & Crafts Show, Brainerd High School • 11-12 - Cuyuna Rock Show, CWC Fairgrounds • 22 - Crosslake Historical Society Fundraiser Dinner • 24-26 - Street Car Showdown, BIR • 26 - Crosslake Historical Society Log Village opens • 26 - Family Sundae Funday at Camp Knutson, Crosslake • 29 - Nisswa Women’s Club Fashion Show

Addams Family • 2 - Polar Plunge, Breezy Point Resort • 16 - St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Crosslake • 16 - Brainerd St. Patrick’s Day Parade • 23 - Miss Nisswa Scholarship Pageant • 29-30 - Brainerd Chamber’s Everything Expo, Essentia Health Sports Center • 24 - Lakeshore Conservation Club fundraiser

APRIL

• 6-7 - Heartland Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert • 7 - Lakes Area Wedding Expo, Essentia Health Sports Center • 12 - Miss Pequot Lakes Scholarship Pageant • 13 - Kinship Partners Purses for Partners • 26-27 - Brainerd Jaycees Run for the Lakes Marathon, Nisswa • 26 - Taste of Cuyuna Lakes

JUNE

MAY

• 4 - Aviation Days, Breezy Point Airport • 5-6 - Good Samaritan Bowl, Brainerd & Pine River • 11 - Welcome Wannigan, Gull Lake • 11 - Minnesota Walleye/Northern Pike Opener

• 1 - Pequot Lakes/Breezy Point Lions Club Cherry Car Show • 5 - Nisswa Turtle Race season opens • 7-8 - Nisswa-stamman Scandinavian Folk Music Festival • 8 - Crosslake-Ideal Lions Fishing tournament • 10 - Sour Grapes Trail Run, Brainerd Arboretum • 12 - Lakes Area Habitat For Humanity Benefit • 14-15 - Confidence Learning Center Golf & Fishing Classic • 15 - Pet Parade, Pequot Lakes • 15 - Whitefish Chain Wood Boat Rendezvous

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• 18 - Savorfest at Ruttgers, Bay Lake • 27-29 - Lakes Jam Music Festival • 24 - Miss Brainerd United States pageant • 30 - Little Miss & Mister pageant, Westgate Mall • 30 - Arts In the Park, Brainerd

JULY

• 2 - Celebrate America Fireworks, Crosslake • 2 - Grandpa’s Run for the Walleye, Crosslake • 3 - Nisswa Freedom Days Festival & Parade • 3-4 - Stars & Stripes Fireworks & Parade, Pequot Lakes • 4 - July 4th Parade, Crosby • 4 - July 4th Parade & Fireworks, Brainerd • 5-7 - Pleasureland RV Show & Go, BIR • 6 - Nisswa Firecracker Run • 10 - Bean Hole Days, Pequot Lakes • 20 - Paul Bunyan Extreme 5k, Mount Ski Gull • 26-27 - Brainerd Jaycees Street Festival

AUGUST

• 2-4 - Lakes Area Music Festival Concert • 3 - Chokecherry Festival, Pequot Lakes • 9-10 - Nisswa Crazy Days • 9-11 - Thunder at the Lakes NHRA Divisional Race, BIR • 10 - Crosslake Firefighters Pig Roast & Car Show • 10 - Dru Sjodin Purple Elephant Run, Pequot Lakes • 10 - Moonlite Bay Cardboard Boat Races, Crosslake • 14 - Brainerd Chamber Golf Tournament • 15-18 - NHRA Lucas Oil Nationals, Brainerd International Raceway • 24 - Gull Lake Classic Boat Show • 30 - Muscle Car Shootout, BIR

SEPTEMBER

• 14 - Camp Knutson Quilt Auction • 14 - Mounted Eagles Walk & Run • 19 - Nisswa Chamber Golf Tournament • 21 - Nisswa Fall Festival & Smokin’ Hot BBQ Challenge • 21 - Nisswa Fire Department Pancake breakfast • 21 - Bridges of Hope Run 5k, 10k • 26-28 - Crosslake Days

OCTOBER

• 5 - Fishing to End Hunger, Gull Lake • 5 - Gull Lake Oktoberfest & Pub Crawl • 8 - Nisswa Fire Department Open House • 12 - Fall Arts & Crafts, Brainerd High School • 17-19 - Lakes Area Food Shelf Home Tour • 18-19 - Northland Arboretum Haunted Trail • 18-20 - Ruttger’s Octoberfest, Bay Lake • 26 - Nisswa Fire Department Haunted Barn

NOVEMBER

• 9 - Holiday Arts & Crafts, Brainerd High School • 15 - Kinship Partners Taste of the Lakes • 28 - Sertoma Winter Wonderland begins • 29 - Nisswa City of Lights Festival

DECEMBER

• 1 - Breakfast With Santa, Crosslake Legion • 5 - Taste of the Holidays, Schaefer’s Foods • 6 - Jenkins Tree-Lighting Event, Veterans Park • 7 - Santa’s Bobbin’ Into Town, Pequot Lakes • 10 - Holiday Extravaganza, Madden’s Resort

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County History The development of Crow Wing County has evolved in the over 160 years since the county was first established in 1857. Highlights of those changes were influenced by the early settlers trading with area Indian tribes, the railroad cutting through the county, the growth in the logging industry and eventually the ideal landscore of the area lakes and trees for attracting tourism.

The county’s steady growth continues today as populations increase in communities like Baxter, Nisswa, Breezy Point and Crosslake. The total county population was 62,500 for the 2010 census, including Brainerd as the largest city in the county at 13,592 that year. Brainerd serves as the county seat and is the focus for most of the historical stories for Crow Wing County.

How it started Crow Wing County actually had its start south of Brainerd near Crow Wing State Park. That’s the junction of the Mississippi and Crow Wing rivers. Old Crow Wing was one of the most populous towns in Minnesota in the mid1800s.

The county is named as early explorers noted the island at the junction of the two rivers was in the shape of a wing of a crow. The area was a center for logging and fur trading between the Ojibwe and settlers. A general supply store was built as the population reached about 600.

Crow Wing eventually became a ghost town as the focus of the county moved up the river a few miles when Northern Pacific Railroad officials determined that the train crossing over the Mississippi River should go through Brainerd. The bridge connected the rails from Duluth to Moorhead.

The name for Brainerd, which was originally called The Crossing, was the idea of Northern Pacific president John Gregory Smith, who in 1870 named the township after his wife, Anne Eliza Brainerd Smith, and father-in-law, Law-

rence Brainerd. Once the bridge was built, the Brainerd station was expanded to a machine and car shop.

Brainerd was organized as a city on March 6, 1873. On Jan. 11, 1876, the state Legislature revoked Brainerd's charter for six years, as a reaction to the election of local handyman Thom-

as Lanihan as mayor instead of Judge C.B. Sleeper. Brainerd functioned as a township in the interim.

The railroad continued to expand in Brainerd in the early 1880s. Lumber and paper, as well as agriculture in

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general, were important early industries, but for many decades Brainerd remained a railroad town: in the 1920s roughly 90 percent of Brainerd residents were dependent on the railroad.

Participation in the nationwide railroad strike in 1922 left the majority of Brainerd residents unemployed and embittered many of those involved.

The Northwest Paper Co. built Brainerd's first paper mill in 1903, and that became a major employer in the Brainerd area for the next century.

Service industry jobs increased in the county as the Brainerd lakes became a popular tourist destination with summer cabins and the growing resort business on the hundreds of lakes. Some of the added area attractions tied to tourism have included Paul Bunyan Land east of Brainerd (originally in Baxter), Brainerd International Raceway (originally called Don-

County History Iron ore mining led to the growth of nybrooke) and the Paul Bunyan State Trail splitting north and south through the Cuyuna Range in the early 1900s. It the county. started with the village of Cuyuna and later developed to the south with the Expansion around the county Brainerd continued as a major hub communities of Crosby and Ironton.

By the end of 1910, Cuyuna had a for activity in the lakes area, but the supporting cast of area communities hospital, a doctor, a veterinarian, a barwere enjoying steady growth in popu- ber shop, a theater-meeting hall, two restaurants, two hotels, two boarding lation over the years.

The railroad extended north of Brain- houses, a church, a newspaper, a post erd in the early 1900s. That helped office, a funeral parlor, two saloons, a establish many communities along the jail, two grocery stores and a school.

The village of Cuyuna was growing tracks, like Nisswa and Pequot Lakes, and eventually led to tourism growth rapidly, but George Crosby was laying as travelers rode the rails to vacation out a new town 4 miles south to be named after him. A total of 50 drilling in the lakes area.

The railroad connection for bringing rigs were at work exploring, two steam Twin Cities visitors to the lakes area shovels were grading the line for a was completed in 1877 when the last new railroad and many prospectors spike was driven at Sauk Rapids that and land speculators arrived.

The original county courthouse, built connected the Twin Cities and Brainin 1872, was located on Fourth Street erd by a direct line.

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to the north of Washington Street in Brainerd, and later became an apartment house. The current Crow Wing County Historic Courthouse building was erected in 1919-20.

The county offices in downtown Brainerd expanded during the period of 2004-07 with the addition of a new jail, judicial center and community services buildings. In addition, other structures remodeled included Central Services (formerly the Highway Department), Land Services and the Law Enforcement Center. The Highway Department moved to a new off-site campus on the east side of Brainerd near the Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport.

The Waste Management offices also moved to a new location at the County Landfill property.

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Medical Essentia Health | www.essentiahealth.org

Baxter Specialty Clinic (OB/GYN)............................... 218 454-5935 13060 Isle Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 Convenient Care-Baxter..............................................218 454-5802 14133 Edgewood Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 Convenient Care-Brainerd...........................................218 454-5800 417 Eighth Avenue NE, Brainerd, MN 56401 Lakeland Psychiatry Clinic .......................................... 218 828-7394 523 N Third Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 OB Clinic ........................................................................ 218 828-7688 523 N Third Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 St. Joseph’s Medical Center ........................................218 829-2861 523 N Third Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 St. Joseph’s Rehabilitation Center............................. 218 828-7375 2016 S Sixth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 St. Joseph’s-Baxter Clinic............................................218 828-2880 13060 Isle Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 St. Joseph’s-Brainerd Clinic.........................................218 828-2880 2024 S Sixth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 St. Joseph’s-Crosslake Clinic....................................... 218 692-1010 35205 County Road 3, Crosslake, MN 56442 St. Joseph’s-Emily Clinic.............................................. 218 763-4800 20918 County Road 1, Emily, MN 56447 St. Joseph’s-Pillager Clinic.......................................... 218 746-4527 680 Pillsbury Street N, Pillager, MN 56473 St. Joseph’s-Pequot Lakes Clinic.................................218 568-4416 4317 W Woodman Street, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 St. Joseph’s-Pierz Clinic............................................... 218 468-2587 138 Main Street S, Pierz, MN 56364 St. Joseph’s-Pine River Clinic.......................................218 587-4416 415 Barclay Avenue, Pine River, MN 56474 Urgent Care-Baxter......................................................218 828-2880 13060 Isle Drive, Baxter, MN 56425

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Brainerd VA Clinic............................................. 218 855-1115 722 NW 7th Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 | www.va.gov

Minneapolis Heart Institute | www.allinahealth.org

Baxter..........................................................................................218 855-5280 13205 Isle Drive, Suite 100, Baxter, MN 56425 Crosby.........................................................................................218 546-4334 314 E Main Street, Crosby, MN 56441

Minneapolis Clinic of Neurology | www.minneapolisclinic.com

Baxter..........................................................................................952 435-8516 Riverstone Professional Centre 13359 Isle Drive, Suite 1, Baxter, MN 56425 Crosby.........................................................................................218 546-7000 Cuyuna Regional Medical Center, Crosby, MN 320 E Main Street, Crosby, MN 56441

Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare

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Baxter.............................................................................. 651 290-8707

15860 Audubon Way, Baxter, MN 56401

CRMC | www.cuyunamed.org Crosby............................................................................218 546-7000 320 E Main Street, Crosby, MN 56441 Baxter............................................................................. 218 454-7600 13205 Isle Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 CentraCare | www.centracare.com

CentraCare Kidney Program ......................................218 825-8964 2024 S Sixth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 CentraCare Specialty Clinic......................................... 218 454-4725 7418 Forthun Road, Baxter, MN 56425

911 Emergency Fire Departments................................. 911

Police Departments............................. 911

Brainerd................................................................. 218 828-2312

Baxter.................................................................... 218 454-5090

Crosby....................................................................218 546-5474

Brainerd................................................................ 218 829-2805

Crosslake.............................................................. 218 692-2688

Breezy Point......................................................... 218 562-4488

Cuyuna..................................................................218 829-4749

Crosby.................................................................... 218 546-5137

Deerwood..............................................................218 534-3480

Crosslake.............................................................. 218 692-2222

Emily........................................................................ 218 763-0911

CWC Sheriff...........................................................218 829-4749

Fifty Lakes.............................................................. 218 763-3113

Cuyuna................................................................. 218 546-2692

Garrison................................................................320 692-4882

Deerwood..............................................................218 534-3399

Ideal Township......................................................218 543-4392

Emily........................................................................ 218 763-1100

Ironton.................................................................. 218 546-5625

MN State Patrol Dist. # 2800............................ 218 828-2230

23 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 | www.ci.brainerd.mn.us

21 First Street NW, Crosby, MN 56441 | www.crosbymn.govoffice3.com

37028 County Road 66, Crosslake, MN 56442 | www.cityofcrosslake.org

24849 Minnesota Avenue, Deerwood, MN 56444 | www.ci.cuyuna.mn.us 23786 Serpent Road, Deerwood, MN 56444 | www.cityofdeerwood.com 20837 County Highway 1, Emily, MN 56447 | www.cityofemily.com

40366 County Road 3, Fifty Lakes, MN 56448 | www.fiftylakesmn.com 27174 Central Street, Garrison, MN 56450 | www.garrisonmnfire.org

35458 Butternut Point Road, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 | www.idealtownship.com 237 Irene Avenue, Ironton, MN 56455 | www.sites.google.com/site/cityofirontonmn/home

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)....... 218 203-4302

1601 Minnesota Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401 | www.dnr.state.mn.us

Mission Township ................................................218 765-3259 29474 County Road 3, Merrifield, MN 56465 | www.missiontownship.org

Nisswa...................................................................218 963-2442 25636 Main Street, Nisswa, MN 56468 | www.cityofnisswa.com

Pequot Lakes........................................................ 218 568-8201 4638 County Road 11, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 | www.pequotlakes-mn.gov

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13190 Memorywood Dr, Baxter, MN 56425 | www.baxtermn.gov 225 E River Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 | www.ci.brainerd.mn.us

8361 County Road 11, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 | www.cityofbreezypointmn.us 2 2nd St SW, Crosby, MN 56441 | www.crosbymn.govoffice3.com

37028 County Road 66, Crosslake, MN 56442 | www.cityofcrosslake.org 304 Laurel St., Brainerd, MN 56401 | www.crowwing.us

24945 Minnesota Avenue, Cuyuna, Minnesota 56444 | www.ci.cuyuna.mn.us

23770 Forest Road, Deerwood, MN 56444 | www.cityofdeerwood.com 9811 MN-6, Emily, MN 56447 | www.cityofemily.com

7694 Industrial Park Road S, Baxter, MN 56425 | www.dps.mn.gov

Nisswa................................................................... 218 963-4301 5442 City Hall Street, Nisswa, MN 56468 | www.cityofnisswa.com

Pequot Lakes .........................................................218 568-8111 4638 Main Street, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 | www.pequotlakes-mn.gov

County Government CROW WING COUNTY

326 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 888 829-6680 or 218 824-1067 Fax 218 824-1054 www.crowwing.us County board meetings are the second and fourth Tuesday of each month beginning at 9 a.m. in the County Board Room at 326 Laurel Street, located on the third floor of the Historic Courthouse.

The county board also holds informational Committee of the Whole meetings. These meetings are the third Tuesday of each month beginning at 9 a.m. in the Jinx Ferrari Meeting Room located on the second floor of the Historic Courthouse.

Crow Wing County Commissioners District 1

Paul Koering

218 851-9954 Email: paul.Koering@crowwing.us Brainerd, Fort Ripley, Garrison

District 2 Bill Brekken

218 232-0257 Email: bill.Brekken@crowwing.us Breezy Point, Crosslake, Fifty Lakes, Jenkins, Manhattan Beach, Nisswa, Pequot Lakes, Red District

District 3

Steve Barrows

218 820-8199 Email: steve.Barrows@crowwing.us Baxter, Brainerd

District 4 CROW WING COUNTY SUPERVISORS

Listed in alphabetical order by department: Administrative Services: Deborah Erickson, Director...............218 824-1047 Administrator: Timothy J. Houle.....................................................218 824-1067 Attorney: Donald Ryan..................................................................... 218 824-1025 Community Services: Kara Terry, Director....................................218 824-1140 Court Administrator: Paula Lang.....................................................218 824-1310 Extension Services: Susanne Hinrichs, Regional Director..... 218 824-1065 Highway: Timothy Bray, Engineer................................................... 218 824-1110 Human Resources: Meliene Fontaine-Laska, Director........... 218 822-7030 Land Services: Gary Griffin, Director............................................. 218 824-1010 Sheriff: Scott Goddard.....................................................................218 829-4749 Veterans Services: Bob Nelson, Officer...................................... 218 824-1058

Rosemary Franzen

218 829-8021 Email: rosemary.Franzen@crowwing.us Baxter, Brainerd, White & Blue District

District 5 Doug Houge

218 851-5145 Email: doug.Houge@crowwing.us Crosby, Cuyuna, Deerwood, Emily, Ironton, Riverton, Trommald, Dean Lake District

CROW WING COUNTY DEPARTMENTS General Information........................................... 218 824-1067 / 888 829-6680 Administration County Administrator........................................ 218 824-1067 / 888 829-6680 Administrative Services Business Licensing........................................................................... 218 824-1023 Elections .............................................................................................. 218 824-1051 Facilities ...............................................................................................218 824-1340 Financial Services .............................................................................218 824-1047 Information Technology ...................................................................218 824-1359 Attorney's Office ............................................................................... 218 824-1025 Board of Commissoners .................................. 218 824-1067 / 888 829-6680 Community Services ............................................218 824-1140 / 888 772-8211 Child Support .......................................................218 824-1260 / 888 772-8213 Community Corrections ....................................................................218 824-1135 Financial Assistance ........................................................................ 218 824-1250 Health .....................................................................218 824-1080 / 877 724-1080 Social Services ....................................................................................218 824-1140 Court Administration .........................................................................218 824-1310

Extension ............................................................................................ 218 824-1065 Human Resources ........................................................................... 218 822-7030 Highway Department ............................................ 218 824-1110 / 866 824-1110 Land Services ..................................................................................... 218 824-1010 Environmental Services ................................................................... 218 824-1010 Assessing Services ........................................................................... 218 824-1010 Customer Services ............................................................................ 218 824-1010 Sheriff's Office ...................................................................................218 829-4749 Administration ...................................................................................218 829-4749 Boat & Water .....................................................................................218 829-4749 Dispatch ..............................................................................................218 829-4749 Licenses ..............................................................................................218 829-4749 Investigations ....................................................................................218 829-4749 Jail ....................................................................................................... 218 822-7050 Support ...............................................................................................218 829-4749 Veteran Services ................................................ 218 824-1058 / 866 507-1058 Web Manager .....................................................................................218 824-1368

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State & Federal Government Minnesota Representatives

Governor

John Poston (R) - District: 9A 517 State Office Building St. Paul, MN 55155 651 296-4293 Email: rep.john.poston@house.mn

130 State Capitol 75 Rev Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.

St. Paul, MN 55155 651 201-3400 Website: https://mn.gov/govenor/contact

Josh Heintzeman (R) - District: 10A

US Rep.

533 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard State Office Building, Room 145 St. Paul, MN 55155-1206 651 296-4333 Email: rep.josh.heintzeman@house.mn

Dale Lueck (R) - District: 10B

423 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard State Office Building, Room 145 St. Paul, MN 55155-1206 651 296-2365 Email: rep.dale.lueck@house.mn

Tim Walz (D)

Pete Stauber (R) - District 8

202 225-6211 Website: https://stauber.house.gov/contact/email-me

US Senators

Amy Klobuchar (D)

Washington, D.C. Office 302 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 202 224-3244 Website: www.klobuchar.senate.gov

Minnesota Senators

Sen. Paul Gazelka (R) - District: 9

100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard State Office Building, Room 145 St. Paul, MN 55155-1206 651 296-4875 Email: sen.paul.gazelka@senate.mn

Tina Smith (D)

Washington, D.C. Office 309 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 202 224-5641 Website: www.smith.senate.gov

Sen. Carrie Ruud (R) - District: 10

100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard State Office Building, Room 25 St. Paul, MN 55155-1206 651 296-4913 Email: sen.carrie.ruud@senate.mn

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Cities Crow Wing County cities Baxter

One of the fastest growing towns over the past 30 years in Crow Wing County, Baxter reached a population of 7,610 at the 2010 census.

Baxter owes its existence partly to the 1920s operation of a former large tie-treating plant, owned by Northern Pacific Railroad. Farming was also an important early industry. Baxter was incorporated on May 25, 1939. The town is named after Luther Baxter, an attorney for the railroad who served in the Minnesota Legislature and as a colonel in the Civil War. Tourism and various service industries have become Baxter's biggest employers, and numerous housing subdivisions have been developed in the wooded area west of Minnesota Highway 371, which passes through the town. Owing to the amount of unused land in the area, commercial development along the highway itself has also increased in recent years, though it has tended to conform to the pattern of urban sprawl.

Brainerd

The county seat and largest city in Crow Wing County, Brainerd’s population was 13,592 as of the 2010 census. Brainerd straddles the Mississippi River several miles upstream from its confluence with the Crow Wing River, having been founded as a site for a railroad crossing above said confluence. Brainerd is the principal city of the Brainerd Micropolitan Area, which featured a combined population of 91,067 in 2010. The Brainerd area serves

as a major tourist destination for Minnesota, and Baxter is a regional retail center.

The city is also known for the Brainerd International Raceway, which hosts races frequently throughout the year and has a national drag racing meet annually in August.

Due to the many lakes in the area, Brainerd had become a popular summertime destination for those owning cabins in the area or spending time at the many resorts.

Breezy Point

The city of Breezy Point, with a population of 2,346 in 2010, is best known for being the home to a resort of the same name on land acquired in 1921 by millionaire publicist Wilfred Hamilton Fawcett, owner of Fawcett Publications, and creator of the famous Whiz Bang Magazine. His personal home, Fawcett House, is on rental to the public.

With the resort community growing as a result of Fawcett's actions, a village was incorporated in 1939 with the name of Pelican Lakes. It was renamed to Breezy Point in 1969.

Crosby

Crosby, with a population of 2,386 in 2010, is adjacent to its twin city of Ironton. It is one of the cities in the Cuyuna Iron Range. Crosby was a town that was built for the sole purpose of mining. It was named for George H. Crosby, a businessperson in the mining industry.

Crosby was the location of the worst mining disaster in Minnesota, the Milford Mine disaster. On Feb. 5, 1924, a new tunnel was blasted too close to nearby Foley Lake, and water

rushed in, killing 41 miners.

In 1957, Air Force major Dr. David G. Simons climbed to nearly 102,000 feet above the earth as part of Project Manhigh. The flight, which was launched from the 400-foot-deep Portsmouth Mine Pit Lake in Crosby, helped the country take its fledgling steps into space exploration.

Crosslake

Crosslake, with a population of 2,141 in 2010, is located 30 miles north of Brainerd surrounded by the main routes of several county roads. The city, located on the shores of Cross Lake and the Whitefish Chain of Lakes, was originally a logging community.

Crosslake was incorporated in 1959. In 1972, nearby North Cross Lake was absorbed into the city of Crosslake. The community greatly expands during the summer tourism months, and has become popular statewide for its large St. Patrick’s Day parades each March.

Cuyuna

The city lies within its namesake, the Cuyuna Iron Range, which is a line of iron-bearing hills in central Minnesota. Cuyuna, with a population of 332 in 2010, was one of the mining towns along the range, part of a list including Crosby, Ironton, Trommald, and Manganese.

The Cuyuna Range saw its heyday in the first half of the 20th century before mining on the range ceased in 1984. The local economy is now dependent upon tourism from mountain bikers. Cuyuna has been declared to have the best trail systems in Minnesota as of 2014.

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Cities the iron ore range on which it is situated, were named by and for Cuyler Adams, and for his dog, Una, who accompanied him in many lone prospecting trips. Cuyler Adams was a prospector, discoverer, and then mine owner of the Cuyuna Range. Cuyuna was platted in November 1908.

Garrison

Garrison, with a population of 210 in 2010, is located on the eastern edge of Crow Wing County along Mille Lacs Lake. U.S. Highway 169 and Hwy. 18 are the main routes in the community.

Garrison was platted and settled in 1880, and incorporated in 1937. Surrounding Garrison Township was named in honor of Oscar E. Garrison, a land surveyor and civil engineer.

Oscar E. Garrison had also platted Wayzata in Hennepin County in 1854. The post office at Garrison was established in 1884.

Ironton

Deerwood

The city, with a population was 532 in 2010, was platted in February of 1892. Deerwood was incorporated in October 1909. Deerwood, which was named for the abundant deer in the nearby woods, is located on the eastern edge of Crow Wing County. The post office at Deerwood was established in 1882.

Emily

The city, which a population of 813 in 2010, is located on the northeastern edge of Crow Wing County. State Highway 6 and Crow Wing County Road 1 are the main routes in the community.

The city of Emily was named for the nearby Emily Lake. It was platted in November 1905.

It was incorporated in March 1957. The post office at Emily began in 1900.

Fifty Lakes

The city, with a population of 387 in 2010, was incorporated in May 1949. The Fifty Lakes Post Office began in 1926. County Road 1 runs east and west through the city while County Road 3 runs north and south.

Fort Ripley

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County is located near the confluence of the Mississippi and Nokasippi rivers. The population was 69 in 2010.

Fort Ripley was a United States military installation beginning in 1849 and lasting until 1877. The fort, now Camp Ripley, was located on the opposite side of the Mississippi River from Morrison County as the current city in Crow Wing County.

The city of Fort Ripley was incorporated in 1927. The city took its name from the fort, and that was named for Eleazer Wheelock Ripley, an American soldier and politician.

The city, with a population of 572 in 2010, is located on the Cuyuna Iron Range, from which its name is derived. It is immediately adjacent to the west of Crosby. Ironton was incorporated in 1911 while the post office at Ironton was established in 1910.

Jenkins

The city, with a population of 430 in 2010, is located on the northern edge of Crow Wing County along Hwy. 371 North. The city was named for George W. Jenkins, a local lumberman. Jenkins was incorporated as a village in 1904 and as a city in 1969.

Manhattan Beach

The city, located just north of Crosslake, had a population of 57 in 2010. Manhattan Beach was incorporated in 1941. A big part of the city is the Manhattan Beach Lodge, which is located on Big Trout Lake of the Whitefish Chain of Lakes. The 1920s landmark lodge was renovated in 1995.

Merrifield

The city is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Lake Edward Township, Crow Wing County. It is along Crow Wing County Road 3 near County Road 127. Its population was 140 as of the 2010 census. A post office called Merrifield has been in operation since 1899. The community was named for the original owner of the town site.

Nisswa

"nessawae" when the town was incorporated as a village in 1908. Nisswa became a municipality in 1946.

Pequot Lakes

The city, with a population of 2,162 in 2010, was platted in March of 1900. It was named by a postal official for the first Indian-sounding name he thought of, which is the name of a former tribe of Algonquian Indians in eastern Connecticut. A post office was established at Pequot Lakes in 1896. The town, originally called Sibley, officially became Pequot Lakes in 1902.

Pequot Lakes is located in a tourist area and is known for its downtown red and white bobber water towers and its annual Bean Hole Days event, which started back in 1938 when store owners hosted a bean feed for local farmers.

Riverton

The city, with a population of 117 in 2010, is located between Brainerd and Ironton, where the Mississippi River flows past the western end of the Cuyuna Iron Range. In 1855, the Rabbit Lake Indian Reservation for the Rabbit Lake Band of Mississippi Chippewa was established in the area as the Treaty with the Chippewa. Soon afterwards, a village of Ojibway was established at the mouth of Rabbit River. However, maps from the 1860s depict the village of Ojibway instead located either at the mouth of the Cedar River or at the mouth of the Ripple River.

Riverton was incorporated in 1912, and a post office called Riverton was established in 1913.

That post office remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1965.

Trommald

The city, with a population of 1,971 in 2010, is located just northeast of Gull Lake. This city is well known as a tourist destination due to its many unique stores. The Paul Bunyan State Trail built on the old Northern Pacific Railroad tracks runs through Nisswa. Nisswa is also popular for its weekly summer turtle races.

Smiley Township was founded in 1900, but local resident Leon Lum convinced residents to rename it Nisswa, from the Ojibwe word

Trommald, with a population of 98 in 2010, was founded as a mining town on the western end of the Cuyuna Iron Range, just north of Ironton. Trommald was named for A. G. Trommald, county registrar of deeds from 1904 to 1930. Trommald was incorporated in 1917.

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City Information 2018 CITY OFFICERS CROW WING COUNTY, MINNESOTA

Baxter - 3rd & 4th Districts

City Hall - 13190 Memorywood Drive, Baxter MN 56425 218 454-5100 | www.baxtermn.gov Email: cityhall@baxtermn.gov Meets: 1st & 3rd Tue. @ 7 p.m.

Commissoners.Steve Barrows & Rosemary Franzen Mayor..............................................................Darrel Olson Administrator....................................... Bradley Chapulis

Brainerd - 1st, 3rd & 4th Districts

City Hall - 501 Laurel Street, Brainerd MN 56401 218 828-2307 | www.ci.brainerd.mn.us Email: chillman@ci.brainerd.mn.us Meets: 1st & 3rd Mon. @ 7:30 p.m.

Commissoners........... Paul Koering, Steve Barrows & Rosemary Franzen Mayor.....................................................................Ed Menk Administrator............................. Cassandra Torstenson

Breezy Point - 2nd District

City Hall - 8319 County Road 11, Breezy Point MN 56472 218 562-4441 | www.cityofbreezypointmn.us Email: pwussow@cityofbreezypointmn.us Meets: 1st Full Week 1st Mon. of the month @ 7 p.m.

Commissioner...............................................Bill Brekken Mayor .............................................................. Tom Lillehei Administrator..........................................Patrick Wussow

Crosby - 5th District

City Hall - 2 Second Street SW, Crosby MN 56441 218 546-5021 | www.cityofcrosby.com Email: lisa.sova@cityofcrosby.com Meets: 2nd & 4th Mon. @ 6 p.m.

Commissioner............................................. Doug Houge Mayor.................................................................Bob Novak Clerk/Treasurer................................................. Lisa Sova

Crosslake - 2nd District

City Hall - 37028 County Road 66, Crosslake MN 56442 218 692-2688| www.cityofcrosslake.org Email: cityClerk@crosslake.net Meets: 2nd Mon. @ 7 p.m.

Commissioner...............................................Bill Brekken Mayor.............................................................. David Nevin Administrator/Treasurer...................... Michael Lyonais

Cuyuna - 5th District

City Hall - P.O. Box 536, Deerwood MN 56444 218 546-5883 | www.ci.cuyuna.mn.us Email: cityofcuyuna@gmail.com Meets: 1st Thu. @ 7 p.m.

Commissioner............................................. Doug Houge Mayor...................................................................Lloyd Brix Clerk/Treasurer...................................William F. Bedard

Deerwood - 5th District

City Hall - P.O. Box 187, Deerwood MN 56444 218 534-3152 | www.cityofdeerwood.com Email: leerussell@cityofdeerwood.com Meets 1st Mon. @ 6 p.m.

Commissioner............................................. Doug Houge Mayor............................................................ Michael Aulie Clerk/Treasurer..............................................Lee Russell

Emily - 5th District

Nisswa - 2nd District

Fifty Lakes - 2nd District

Pequot Lakes - 2nd District

Fort Ripley - 1st District

Riverton - 5th District

City Hall – 39811 State Highway 6, Emily MN 56447 218 763-2480 | www.cityofemily.com Email: Clerk@emily.net Meets: 2nd Tue. @ 6 p.m.

Commissioner............................................. Doug Houge Mayor...............................................Roger “Buddy” Lund Clerk/Treasurer...........................................Cari Johnson City Hall - P.O. Box125, Fifty Lakes MN 56448 218 763-3113 | www.fiftylakesmn.com Email: 50lakes@emily.net Meets: 2nd Tue. @ 7 p.m.

Commissioner...............................................Bill Brekken Mayor...........................................................Linda Steffens Clerk/Treasurer.........................................Karen L. Stern City Hall - P.O. Box 155, Fort Ripley MN 56449 218 828-1818 Meets: 2nd Thu. @ 7:30 p.m.

Commissioner..............................................Paul Koering Mayor......................................................... Gerald Tschida Clerk..............................................................Mary Tschida

Garrison - 1st District

City Hall - P.O. Box 239, Garrison MN 56450 320 692-4270 Email: ctygarri@frontiernet.net Meets: 2nd Tue. @ 5 p.m.

Commissioner..............................................Paul Koering Mayor.............................................................Loren Larson Clerk/Treasurer..........................................Amy Vukelich

Ironton - 5th District

City Hall - P.O. Box 410, Nisswa MN 56468 218 963-4444 | www.ci.nisswa.mn.us Email: jmax@ci.nisswa.mn.us Meets: 3rd Wed. @ 7 p.m.

Commissioner...............................................Bill Brekken Mayor........................................................ Fred Heidmann Clerk/Treasurer............................................... Jenny Max City Hall - 4638 Main Street, Pequot Lakes MN 56472 218 568-5222 | www.pequotlakes-mn.gov Email: cityhall@pequotlakes-mn.gov Meets 1st Tue. @ 6:30 p.m.

Commissioner...............................................Bill Brekken Mayor............................................................James Tayloe Administrator/Clerk.................................... Nancy Malecha City Hall - 16663 Main Street, Riverton MN 56455 218 546-5225 Email: riverton@centurylink.net Meets: 1st Wed. @ 6 P.M Commissioner............................................. Doug Houge Mayor................................................... David C. Peterson Clerk..............................................................Cari Johnson

Trommald - 5th District

City Hall - 24124 Cardinal Avenue, Trommald MN 56441 218 546-2686 Meets: 1st Wed. @ 7 p.m.

Commissioner............................................. Doug Houge Mayor....................................................................Jim Miller Clerk/Treasurer.......................................Mona R. Geske

Unorganized Territory

City Hall - 309 Third Street, Ironton MN 56455 218 546-5625 | www.cityofironton.com Email: amy@cityofironton.org Meets: 1st & 3RD Wed. @ 6 p.m.

Commissioner............................................. Doug Houge Mayor.......................................................... Clark Hamdorf Clerk/Treasurer............................................ Amy Baratto

33205 S Upper Hay Drive, Pequot Lakes MN 56472 218 330-3585 Email: Bill.Brekken@crowwing.us Commissioner...............................................Bill Brekken

Jenkins - 2nd District

White/Blue - 4th District

City Hall - 33861 Cottage Avenue, Jenkins MN 56474 218 568-4637 | www.ci.jenkins.mn.us Email: kokerman@ci.jenkins.mn.us Meets: 2nd Mon @ 7 p.m.

Commissioner...............................................Bill Brekken Mayor..................................................................Jon Lubke Clerk/Treasurer................................ Krista A. Okerman,

Manhattan Beach - 2nd District

City Hall - 39148 County Road 66, Manhattan Beach MN 56442 218 851-1563 | www.manhattanbeachmn.org Email: amy@manhattanbeachmn.org Meets: 1st Tue @ 7 p.m.

Commissioner...............................................Bill Brekken Mayor...................................................................Paul Allen Clerk/Treasurer........................................Amy Wannebo

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Red - 2nd District

14732 Inglewood Drive, Baxter MN 56425 218 829-8021 Email Rosemary.Franzen@crowwing.us Commissioner.................................. Rosemary Franzen

Dean Lake - 5th District

P.O. Box 367, Ironton MN 56455 218 851-5145 Email: Doug.Houge@crowwing.us Commissioner............................................. Doug Houge

Townships 2018 TOWNSHIP CLERKS CROW WING COUNTY, MINNESOTA TOWNSHIP Bay Lake Carol Pundt, Clerk 13861 County Road 10, Deerwood, MN 56444 218 678-3256 E-mail: baylaketown@gmail.com Center Coralea Borden, Clerk 13110 Borden Road, Merrifield, MN 56465 218 765-3397 E-mail: mcborden@brainerd.net Crow Wing Duane Ruona, Clerk 10069 South Oaks Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 822-3985 E-mail: crowwingtownship@gmail.com Daggett Brook Gretchen Nelson, Clerk 12629 30th Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 330-7058 E-mail: Daggett.clerk1@outlook.com Deerwood Carol Pundt, Clerk PO Box 521, Deerwood, MN 56444 218 534-3168 E-mail: deerwoodtownship1@gmail.com Fairfield Marianne Auge, Clerk 33108 Dangers Road, Crosby, MN 56441 218 232-1207 E-mail: fairfieldmn@gmail.com Fort Ripley Tonia Dobosenski, Clerk 5190 Legend Lane, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 821-5426 E-mail: fortripleytownship@gmail.com

Gail Lake Carol Johnson, Clerk/Treasurer 4804 County Road 1, Pine River, MN 56474 218 587-2302 E-mail: gaillaketownship@gmail.com Garrison Amy Mickelson, Clerk PO Box 70, Garrison, MN 56450 218 851-7082 E-mail: karie@garrisontownship.com Ideal John Plein, Clerk/Treasurer 35458 Butternut Point Road, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 543-4392 E-mail: info@idealtownship.com Irondale Gayle Hanson, Clerk 19121 County Road 12, Ironton, MN 56455 218 546-6499 E-mail: irondaletownship2@gmail.com Jenkins William A. Savage, Clerk PO Box 71, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 831-1100 E-mail: tonto1@charter.net Lake Edward Martha L. Look, Clerk 25522 County Road 4, Nisswa, MN 56468 218 963-4406 E-mail: mlook32@q.com Little Pine Abra Hawley, Clerk 25990 County Road 1, Emily, MN 56447 218 839-2842 E-mail: littlepineclerk@gmail.com

Long Lake Patsy Olson, Clerk 7156 Hilltop View Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-6546 E-mail: olsonpat@q.com Maple Grove Norene Warta, Clerk 18451 County Road 24, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 764-2343 Mission Anna Anderson, Clerk PO Box 126, Merrifield, MN 56465 218 765-4377 E-mail: missionclerk@gmail.com Nokay Lake Alan Cunningham, Clerk 13536 Thorson Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 764-3418 E-mail: acunning@brainerd.net Oak Lawn Kathy Wessel, Clerk PO Box 333, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-2109 E-mail: oaklawntwp@gmail.com Pelican Jody Wallin, Clerk 27717 Sunset Valley Road, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 963-7456 E-mail: cswallin@charter.net Perry Lake Sherry Rocholl, Clerk 30416 State Highway 6, Crosby, MN 56441 218 838-0412 E-mail: crosbybarn@gmail.com Platte Lake Robert Dambowy, Clerk 2198 County Road 23, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-8190

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Townships Cont. from page 19 Rabbit Lake Linda Danielson, Clerk 25553 County Road 32, Aitkin, MN 56431 218 534-3748 E-mail: rabbittownhall@gmail.com Roosevelt Bonnie Orton, Clerk 24561 Williams Road, Hillman, MN 56338 320 247-2105 E-mail: rsvlt@brainerd.net Ross Lake Joyce Neumann, Clerk 27406 Ross Lake Road, Aitkin, MN 56431 218 927-6855 E-mail: jeneumann@centurylink.net St. Mathias Cassey Veith, Clerk 9891 Sleepy Hollow Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 821-5707 E-mail: casseyv22@hotmail.com Timothy Loni Porta, Clerk 10943 Swanburg Drive, Pine River, MN 56474 218 543-4448 FAX: 218 543-4426 E-mail: timothytownship@yahoo.com Wolford Kimberly Marquart, Clerk 26726 State Highway 6, Crosby, MN 56441 218 546-5794 E-mail: bguida@charter.com

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Schools ISD 181 Brainerd | www.isd181.org

Baxter Elementary School....................... PK-4 5546 Fairview Road., Baxter, MN 56425 218 454-6400 Garfield Elementary School....................KG-4 1120 10th Avenue NE., Brainerd, MN 56401 218 454-6450 Harrison Elementary School...................KG-4 1515 Oak Street., Brainerd, MN 56401 218 454-6500 Lowell Elementary School.......................KG-4 704 Third Avenue NE., Brainerd, MN 56401 218 454-6550 Nisswa Elementary School...................... PK-4 5533 Lakers Lane, Nisswa, MN 56468 218 961-6860 Riverside Elementary School..................KG-4 220 Third Street NW., Brainerd, MN 56401 218 454-6800 Forestview Middle School......................... 5-8 12149 Knollwood Dr., Baxter, MN 56425 218 454-6000 Brainerd Senior High School...................9-12 702 S. Fifth Street., Brainerd, MN 56401 218 454-6200

Brainerd Learning Center...................... KG-12 311 10th Avenue NE, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 454-5400

Pequot Lakes Senior High School............9-12 30805 Olson Street., Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-9210

Lincoln Education Center.........................3-12 604 S. Sixth Street., Brainerd, MN 56401 218 454-6600

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Middle Level Alternative Program............ 5-8 311 10th Avenue NE., Brainerd, MN 56401 218 454-5400

ISD 182 Crosby | www.ci.k12.mn.us Crosby-Ironton Elementry.......................KG-6 509 Sixth Avenue NE., Crosby, MN 56441 218 545-8803 Crosby-Ironton High School..................... 7-12 711 Poplar Street., Crosby, MN 56441 218 545-8802

ISD 186 Pequot Lakes | www.isd186.org Eagle View Elementary School............... PK-4

6539 County Road 11, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 562-6100 Pequot Lakes Middle School..................... 5-8 30805 Olson Street, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-9357

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Crosslake Community School..................KG-8 36974 County Road 66, Crosslake, MN 56442 218 692-5437 www.crosslakekids.org Discovery Woods Montessori School.....KG-6

604 N Seventh Street., Brainerd, MN 56401 218 828-8200 www.discoverywoods.com

Lake Region Christian School.................. PK-12

7398 Fairview Road, Baxter MN 56425 218 828-1226 www.lakeregionchristianschool.com

St. Francis of the Lakes Catholic School... PK-8 817 Juniper Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-2344 www.stfranciscatholicschool.org

College Central Lakes College history Central Lakes College combines the best of both Brainerd Community College and Brainerd Staples Technical Colleges, with roots deep in liberal arts and career education for Central Minnesota.

BCC and BSTC combined to create CLC on July 1, 1995. The colleges share a long history.

In 1938, a community college known as Brainerd State Junior College opened its door on the third floor of Washington High School in Brainerd with 12 students. Two years later 19 graduating students, the Class of 1940, celebrated the earning of college diplomas.

The Brainerd School Board approved the inception of a junior college for the community. That board continued to oversee the college’s operation until 1964, when the Minnesota State Junior College System of 10 mission - sharing schools statewide formed.

From 1938 to 1957, the college continued to operate on the third floor of Washington High school. In 1957, the basement and first floor of Lincoln Elementary School were utilized with laboratory facilities of the high school. 1963 was a year of separation as liberal arts and ca-

reer education defined their individual focus.

Now there were Brainerd Junior College and Brainerd Technical Institute (later Brainerd Technical College). The first building on the campus in southwest Brainerd (now CLC) was the first in Minnesota to be built specifically as a junior college. It opened in 1964. Thirty-five years of enrollment growth produced building projects in 1969 (gym), 1971 (art studios), 1974 (student center), 1989, and 1991. By 1992 the campus had grown to an enrollment of 1800 students and was known (since 1973) as Brainerd Community College (BCC).

Brainerd Technical Institute and its sister institution, Staples Technical Institute, developed programs designed to meet the changing needs of business and industry.

In 1991, the State Technical College Board combined the administration of both schools to create Brainerd Staples Technical College.

With exceptional technological programs such as the Staples program in robotics, the classic secretarial and business programs at Brainerd, and the unique heavy equipment program, this technical college became known for innovation, creativity, and solid instructional expertise.

BCC and BSTC continued to attract more students, and the legislature began encouraging community and technical colleges to cooperate, the first discussions of consolidation were held. The advantages to students were clear. Both colleges volunteered to become one of the first merged colleges in the state, and Central Lakes College was created in 1995.

The Staples campus of CLC remains the center for training in Diesel and Heavy Equipment, Machine Tool Technology, Robotics,

Ag Science, Nursing, and Medical Assisting.

Started in 1950, the campus outgrew the original building, and in 1971 a complete new campus was built - then expanded in 1985.

The 360-acre West Campus for Heavy Equipment includes a classroom/lab facility built in 2003 and a 30,000-square foot service center that opened in 2007. In Brainerd, a $24 million two-story addition opened in 1996 as part of the newly combined college: Central Lakes.

Over a recent five-year period, CLC experienced 53 percent enrollment growth, pushing to more than 6,000 the number of people taking at least one class from the college during an academic year.

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County Services GENERAL Crow Wing County Community Services 204 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN 218 824-1140 | www.crowwing.us • Child and Family Services: Child support, Adoption Services, Child & Teen Checkups, Child Care Assistance, Child Protection, Children’s Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, Foster Care, Parenting and Child Development Education, Personal Care Attendant Management • Adult Services: Elderly and Disabled Adults, Adult Protection, Chemical Dependency, Homelessness, Developmental Disabilities, Foster Care, Mental Health, Personal Care Attendant Management.

Crow Wing County Financial Assistance Access for services such as food support, cash assistance and medical assistance.

218 824-1250 | www.crowwing.us Bridges of Hope 218 825-7682 or 888 750-7682 www.bridgesofhopemn.net Alcohol and Drug Treatment, Healthcare, Childcare, Housing, Counseling, Legal Services, Disabilities, Marriage, Domestic Violence, Mentoring, Employment, Pregnancy, Family, Transportation & Grief.

Lutheran Social Service 218 829-5000 or 800 829-5902 www.lssmn.org • Children and Families: Youth Services for Homeless and At-Risk Youth, Counseling, Housing and Support Services, Energy As-

sistance, Employment, Foster Care, Mental Health, Independent Living Skill Courses, Financial Counseling and Debt Management, Parent Support and Education • People with Disabilities: Residential Services, In-Home Supports, Financial Services, Life Enrichment, Legal and Advocacy • Older Adults: Caregiver Support, Food and Fellowship, Help in Your Home, Managing Finances, Legal and Advocacy Services, Volunteer and Job Opportunities for Seniors

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Bridge to Benefits www.Bridgetobenefits.org Bridge to Benefits is a multi-state project by Children’s Defense Fund-Minnesota to improve the well-being of families and individuals by linking them to public work support programs and tax credits.

TCC: Tri-County Community 218 829-2410 | www.tccaction.com Income Eligible Programs: Head Start, Early Head Start, Head Start Child Care Partnership, Circles of Support, Small Business Loans, Transportation Loans, Income Tax Preparation, FAIM & Housing-Weatherization - Minnesota Power Electrical Audit

o Income Tax Planning & Preparation o Audit, Accounting & Financial Statement Services o Payroll & Bookkeeping Services o Financial & Estate Planning o Lawful Gambling Services o Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor

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County Services The Lice Guides 107 3rd Avenue NE Pierz, MN 56364 320 232-0414 | www.theliceguides.com M-F 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 24/7 w/appt.

The Lice Guides eliminate lice and their nits with a proven method and non-toxic products.

Legal Aid 324 S. Fifth, Brainerd, MN 218 829-7101 Provides free legal assistance in civil matters for low income individuals including divorce, child custody, housing issues between tenants and landlords, debt and collection.

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Crow Wing County Workforce Center 204 Laurel Street Suite 21 218 828-2450 | www.careerforcemn.com • Provides a resource area to job search, along with personnel to assist • Utilizes www.minnesotaworks.net to search for thousands of job listings • Free Workshops: Acing the Interview, Career Exploration, Career Ready 101, Job Search Tools, Job Search Triage, On-Line Applications, Resume Optimizer, Social Media and Your Job Search, Workshop for Offenders/ Former Offenders, National Career Readiness Certificate

INCOME MAINTENANCE

Crow Wing County Income Maintenance 204 Laurel Street Suite 22, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 824-1250 or 888 772-8212 www.crowwing.us Medical Assistance, MN Care, MFIP-MN Family Investment Program, SNAP & WIC. (See website for complete list of services)

FINANCIAL COUNSELING Lutheran Social Service 888 577-2227 | www.lssmn.org Budget and Debt Help, Debt Management Plan, Bankruptcy, Credit Report Review, Foreclosure Prevention, Homebuyer Education, Student Loan Counseling

HOUSING

Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) 218 828-3705 | www.brainerdhra.org • Public Housing: 200 units in Brainerd. Tenant pays 30 percent of adjusted annual income.

• HCV/Section 8: 320 Housing Choice Vouchers.

Tenant pays equal to or less than 40 percent of income for rent, voucher pays the rest • Brainerd South: 60 1-2 bedroom apartments available • Housing rehab loans available to improve safety of the home for low income families Lutheran Social Service Hope Housing Program 218 829-5000 or 800 829-5902 www.lssmn.org Support services to help families obtain and maintain permanent and transitional housing, Energy Assistance Program, Transitional Housing for Youth: Teaches independent living skills & Housing for people with disabilities Renters Education 866 866-3546 | www.mnhousing.gov Free legal information for renters, Finding a place to rent, Accessible rental housing, Renter rights and responsibilities, Renter education and tools & Housing Choice Voucher Program

Koop Funeral Home 32 East Main Street Crosby, MN 56441 www.koopfuneralhome.com

Central Minnesota Housing Partnership, Inc. M-Th: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., F: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

888 203-9301 | www.cmhp.net Affordable and safe rental apartments, Homebuyer education and counseling, Rental Rehabilitation Deferred Loan Program USDA Rural Development 651 602-7800 | www.rurdev.usda.gov Assists income eligible families to purchase, build or repair homes in rural areas in order to make home ownership a reality. This in turn creates thriving communities and improves quality of life in rural areas.

• Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program • Single Family Housing Direct Loans (option of payment assistance) • Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant Program New Pathways-Crisis Housing 218 454-0460 or 877 295-1897 www.newpathwaysmn.com New Pathways serves homeless adults with children by providing sleeping accommodations, three meals a day, case management, skill training and a safe environment.

• Accommodations include: Telephone, computers with internet access, laundry facilities, personal care items, shower room, transportation, and advocacy • Skills training includes: Budgeting, parenting, job hunting, healthy living, RentWise Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity M-F 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

218 828-8517 | www.lakesareahabitat.org Building and renovating homes for families in need, families who are able to make a monthly mortgage payment and families who are willing to contribute toward a better community.

The Koop Funeral Home is located in Crosby, Minnesota. It was established in 1913. We have had 105 years of caring service on the Cuyuna Range and the surrounding area. We are family owned and operated business. Nick and Mary Zillmer have been operating the funeral home since 1986.

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County Services Home Line 866 866-3546 | www.homelinemn.org A nonprofit Minnesota tenant advocacy organization that provides free and low-cost legal, organizing, education, and advocacy services so that tenants throughout Minnesota can solve their own rental housing problems. Home Line works to improve public and private policies relating to rental housing by involving affected tenants in the process.

Brainerd Rental Inspector www.ci.brainerd.mn.us/162/ Rental-Housing The City of Brainerd requires all rental housing to be licensed and to follow the Rental Housing Maintenance Code. The link also provides information regarding landlord and tenant’s rights and responsibilities.

ENERGY ASSISTANCE Lutheran Social Service 218 829-5000 | www.lssmn.org • Assists low income residents in Crow Wing County pay their winter heating bills while also providing education to tenants on energy efficiency.

• Income based program with income proof for the last three months • Assistance given for one year at a time Heat Share 218 829-1120 | www.salarmy.org

TRANSPORTATION Brainerd Area Taxi 218 828-1111 | www.brainerd.com/taxi/

Crow Wing County Transit 218 825-7433 www.ci.brainerd.mn.us/195/Transit • Brainerd/Baxter DIAL-A-RIDE Service: M-F (except holidays*) 7:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• Brainerd/Baxter Express Route Service: M-F (except holidays*) 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Hwy 210 DIAL-A-RIDE: Tues and Thurs 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Serves Brainerd, Baxter, Crosby, Riverton, Ironton and Deerwood • Hwy 371 DIAL-A-RIDE: Tues and Thurs 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Serves Brainerd, Baxter, Pequot Lakes and Nisswa Grab-A-Cab 218 270-2992 Greyhound Bus Service 800 231-2222 | www.greyhound.com

FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS WIC: Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children 204 Laurel St, Suite 12, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 824-1073 www.crowwing.us/200/WIC-Nutrition WIC is a nutrition and breastfeeding program that helps eligible pregnant women, new mothers, babies and young children up to the age of 5 eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy.

Provides nutrition education and counseling, nutritious foods, referrals to health, Vouchers for a variety of healthy foods, including fruits & vegetables, milk, eggs, whole grain foods, and more!

Donations from food manufacturers around the U.S., but primarily from MN and WI. There is a $20 suggested donation, This is not an income based program. Participants bring boxes, bags or coolers. Food items vary each month.

Sharing Bread Soup Kitchen 218.829.4203 | www.sharingbread.com Fellowship Hall of Communitas Church 923 Oak Street, Brainerd MN 56401 Mon-Sat 5:30p.m. to 6 p.m.

Serves nutritious meals to all. Sharing Bread Soup Kitchen has been a symbol of hope and compassion in the Brainerd lakes area since 1987. They serve about 65 meals a day.

AREA FOOD SHELF Brainerd First Baptist Church - Brainerd 218 829-5767 http://www.firstbaptistchurchbrainerd.com Brainerd SA Food Shelf - Brainerd 218-829-1120 | www. salvationarmynorth.org Cross Lake Food Shelf - Crosslake 218 692-1004 Cuyuna Food Shelf - Crosby 218 763-3784 Emily Food Shelf - Emily 218 763-3663 Garrison Area Caregivers Food Shelf - Garrison 612 308-3123 Lakes Area Food Shelf - Nisswa 218 568-8474

Ruby’s Pantry 1115 Wright Street, Brainerd MN 56401 320 629-7400 | www.rubyspantry.org 2nd Tuesday of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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CHOOSE SHANNON’S AUTO BODY FOR COLLISION REPAIR IN BRAINERD, MN & BEYOND.

We are proud to provide service to customers across Aitkin County, Cass County, and Crow Wing County.  Shannon’s Auto Body has provided auto body repair in Brainerd, MN since 1996.  We go above and beyond to make sure you receive the repair services you deserve.  We can repair vehicles of every make and model.  Our company is an I-CAR Gold Class Member, ASE Certified, and Sikkens Waterborne Certified.  Our team is committed to 100% customer satisfaction.

CONTACT US 13540 Ironwood Drive,Brainerd, MN 56401

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County Services Fare for All 763 450-3880 or 800 582-4291 www.fareforall.org Nationwide network of Cooperative Food Purchasing programs who buy high quality, nutritious foods in bulk to reduce prices for participants. Groceries are pre-boxed and purchased as packages. Accepts cash, debit, credit and EBT.

WeARE-The Clinic 424 James Street Brainerd, MN 56401 phone 218 454-1546 text 218 838-6280 www.wearebrainerd.org Provides family planning/reproductive health services including education, physical examination, laboratory services such as PAP or pregnancy tests, STI (sexually transmitted infection) testing and treatment and all forms of contraception.

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Operation Sandwich 218 829-2619 www.operationsandwichcwc.org There are no income requirements, no collecting of names, and LUNCHES ARE FREE to the community. All are welcome! 41.3 percent of the total school population (ISD 181) is on the free and reduced meal program…so what are the kids eating in the summer when meals aren’t available?

Natural Family Planning Essentia Health St. Joseph’s Medical Center 218 829-2861, ext. 6217 www.essentiahealth.org MN Family Planning & STD Hotline 800-78FACTS | www.sexualhealthmn.org Hotline provides reliable, medically-accurate and confidential information. Call, Text (Text ASKMN to 66746) or Live Chat with an online Health Educator.

ASSOCIATES

Otter Tail-Wadena Community Action Council Family Planning Clinic 245 Barclay Avenue, Pine River, MN 56474 877 275-6123 www.familyplanningcentralmn.org Provides non-surgical, family planning/reproductive services including physical examination, laboratory services such as PAP or pregnancy tests, pregnancy prevention/contraceptive, nutritional counseling, and contraceptives or prescriptions for contraceptives.

Birthright 401 W. Laurel Street, Brainerd MN 56401 218 829-8470 | www.birthright.org 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. MWF, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Mon & 9 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tues and Thurs Birthright offers women love, support and guidance while planning for their future. They offer a pregnancy test, maternity and baby clothes, emergency supplies, and resource referrals.

Help is free and confidential.

ESTATE SALES SERVICES

TEEN & ADOLESCENT PREGNANCY PREVENTION

Crow Wing County Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program 218 568-4109 | www.crowwing.us 4-Session Postponing Sexual Involvement (PSI) curriculum offer to Middle Level students in Crow Wing County’s three school districts: Brainerd, Crosby/Ironton and Pequot Lakes.

Topics covered in the PSI Curriculum: Risks and consequences of early sexual involvement. Why some teens and sex and what are the reasons to wait.

Drugs and alcohol-their effects on the human brain and sexual behavior. STIs-transmission, symptoms and treatment of the eight most common ones. Positive and negative peer pressure. Social pressures and the strong influence of media messages. Sexual harassment-what it is and how to deal with it. Sexual assault-the importance of consent and ways to protect yourself and theirs. Healthy and unhealthy relationships. Refusal skills-thinking and planning ahead.

FAMILY PLANNING/PREGNANCY

Lakes Area Pregnancy Support Center 218 825-0793 | www.lakesareapregnancy.org 315 East River Road, Brainerd MN 56401 Enrolled members are offered a pregnancy test, optional counseling and an incentive program. Women earn coupons by attending classes about parenting skills, relationship skills, basic living, cooking, balancing the checkbook… baby basics such as cribs, strollers and diaper bags are able to be purchased with these coupons. Fathers are also offered a counselor program. Classes available on how to support mom, or about the different changes he may find in his partner. Abortion recovery support group. Clothing room: Maternity and post-pregnancy clothes, baby clothes

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BREASTFEEDING

CWC Health Division 877 724-1080 or 218 824-1073 www. crowwing.us Crow Wing County WIC Certified Lactation Counselors available to support, educate and promote breastfeeding. Support available in office, over the phone or through the Family Home Visiting Program. Breastfeeding Peer Counselor available part-time. Referral and contact information available upon request.

North Central Breastfeeding Network 218 824-1080 | www. crowwing.us Mission: To promote and support a societal norm for breastfeeding through education, advocacy, and collaboration.

ASSOCIATES

ESTATE SALES SERVICES With over 30 years of experience, S. Thomas & Associates is Central Minnesota’s leader in estate liquidations.

Considering an Estate Sale? (218) 851-0834 Sign up for email notification of upcoming sales at SthomasEstateSales.com Visit our retail store Design Consign 201 S 6th St. Brainerd, MN 56401

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County Services INFANT FEEDING SUPPORT LINES

CHILDCARE/EDUCATION

Essentia Health Brainerd/Baxter 855 710-2229 (Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

Lakewood Health System 218 894-8846 (Available 24/7) Milk Banking-University of Minnesota Medical Center 612 672-4122 or milkbank@fairview.org The Milk banking referral program at the U of M Medical Center is an information resource for potential donors and an advocate for milk donation. Call or email to find out how to donate.

Paul Bunyan Education Cooperative/ Early Childhood Special Education Washington Education Services Building 804 Oak Street, Brainerd, MN 218 454-5500 or 877 828-7003 www.pbcoop.org Paul Bunyan Help Me Grow program empowers surrounding school districts to provide services to students with disabilities. Reason for referral may include health, vision, hearing, motor, cognitive, communication, social/emotional/behavioral or adaptive concerns. Parents are also provided support services enabling students with disabilities to benefit from their education.

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Brainerd 218 454-5430 | www.isd181.org Crosby 218 545-8800, ext. 6976 www.ci.k12.mn Pequot Lakes 218 568 9224 www.district.isd186.org ECFE works to strengthen families and enhances parents’ ability to provide the best possible environment for their children’s learning and growth.

TCC Head Start Brainerd 218 829-2410 Crosby 218 546-6142 www.tccaction.com Early Head Start is for pregnant women and for children from 6 weeks- 3 years old.

Head Start is held in a classroom setting and is available to children ages 3-5. Transportation provided for pick-up and drop-off.

Childcare Aware of MN 800 890-5399 | www.childcareawaremn.org • Parents: Learn about and locate childcare in your area • Professionals and Caregivers: Professional development, credentials, new program information, grants and scholarships • Health Consultation Services: Health professionals can assess the need for and give training to child care educators, families, and children on several topics, including: child health and development, nutrition and physical activity, injury prevention, management of illness, medication administration, prevention and control of infectious diseases, oral health, social-emotional development, and environmental health.

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PERSONAL PROFESSIONAL AFFORDABLE

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County Services Mahube-Otwa Community Action Partnership 218 632-3600 | www.mahube.org Early Learning Scholarships: Helps low income families receive access to high-quality early childhood programs. Families who have a 3-5 year old as of September 1st qualify.

ABUSE/VICTIM SERVICES Child Protection Services 218 824-1140 | www. crowwing.us Call to report suspected child abuse, neglect and maltreatment or to learn more about services available to children and families.

Crime Victim Services 309 West Washington St, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 828-9518 |www.crimevictimservices.net kathy@CrimeVictimServices.net or heather@ CrimeVictimServices.net Victim Services provides victims of crime with assistance and services necessary to speed their recovery from a criminal act. This includes support services, court related services and financial services.

Mid-Minnesota Women’s Center 218 828-1216 or 888 777-1248 www.womenscenteronline.org The Women’s Center prides safe housing for battered women and their children, as well as for victims/survivors of sexual assault. Support available 24 hours a day.

MN Adult & Teen Challenge 218 833-8777 | www.mntc.org Our mission is to assist teens and adults in gaining freedom from chemical addictions and other life controlling problems by addressing their physical, emotional and spiritual needs.

IN CRISIS Crisis Line 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention 218 828-4357 OR 800 462-5525 www.crisislineandreferralservice.org Crisis Nursery Days, evenings, weekends and holidays available 218 330-2106 | www. bridgesofhopemn.org

HALLETT CENTER

of Crosby

Sexual Assault Services 218 828-0494 or 888 458-0494 www.sasmn.org Sexual Assault Services provides information and support through the medical, social and legal systems. Services are free and confidential.

DRUG & ALCOHOL ADDICTION Addiction Crisis Hotline 800 635-8008 Available 24/7 for assistance over the phone.

Focus Unit 523 N. Third Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 828-7374 | www. www.essentiahealth.org 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. M-F This chemical dependency focus unit is based on a 12 step program with group and individual counseling. The program tailors to individual needs, starting with an assessment. They offer in-patient programs.

Mid-Minnesota Women’s Center, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to keep families safe from domestic violence.

24-Hour Women’s Shelter (218) 828-1216 365-Day Alex & Brandon Child Safety Center (218) 828-0022 midminwomenscenter.blogspot.com

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Saving Grace-Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota 716 E. Street, Brainerd MN 56401 866 824-3770 (24/7 Hotline) 218 824-3770 | www.SavingGrace@lssmn.org A specialized foster care program for sex-trafficked youth under age 18 that provides safe shelter and a wide range of support to help them rebuild their lives.

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County Services MISC Disability Linkage Line 866 333-2466 | www.disabilityhubmn.org Tenants Hotline 866 866-3546 | www.homelinemn.org Veteran’s Linkage Line 888 546-5838 | www.linkvet.org Experience Works (jobs for 55 & older) 218 454-0610 | www.experienceworks.org Social Security Administration 8331 Brandon Road, Baxter 866 331-9087 | www.ssa.gov

LGBT RESOURCES GLBT National Help Center National Hotline 888 843-4564 | www.glbthotline.org First Congregational United Church of Christ 415 Juniper Street, Brainerd 218 829-2528 | www.uccbrainerd.org

DEAF, VISUALLY, AND HEARING IMPAIRED SERVICES

State Services for the Hearing Impaired 320 255-3707 Toll Free Voice ............................................................................... 800 456-3690 Toll Free TTY ................................................................................... 888 488-3909 Video Phone (for signing) ............................................................ 320 255-3502 State Services for the Blind 800 366-5420 Baxter Lions Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Service 218 829-3364 Minnesota Center for Independent Living, Inc 606 NW Fifth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 824-5228 | www.accessnorth.net Sight & Hearing Association 612 645-2546 or 800 992-0424 | www.sightandhearing.org

Central Minnesota PFLAG 320 492-8486 | www.pflag.org

Regional Service Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing 320-255-3502 or TDD 320-255-3590

SAGE: Services and Advocacy for LGBT Elders www.sageusa.org

State Service for the Blind and Visually Handicapped 218 828-2490 | www.mnssb.org

Providing electric, water, and wastewater services to customers in the City of Brainerd, portions of the City of Baxter, and surrounding townships since 1892.

Jerry Jensen, MA LP 218-822-3736 www.cedarbrook.us

Mobile Toll Free Fax

CONTACT INFORMATION

Business Office 8027 Highland Scenic Rd Baxter MN 56425 218-829-8726 Repair Office and 24 Hour Emergency 218-829-2193

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Brainerd & Crow Wing Public Transit

825-7433 or 1-866-925-7433 Call Weekdays 6:30am - 5:30pm

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Older Adult Adult Day Services Breath of Life

200 Buffalo Hills Lane E. Brainerd, MN 56401 218 822-3296 | www.bolads.org

Crosby-Ironton Senior Club 218 546-5010

Homeless & Wounded Warrior MN

36200 Pondview Lane, Crosslake, MN 56442 320 267-0376 | www.homelessandwoundedwarriors-mn.org

Senior Class Care

4451 East Woodman Street, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-5605 | www.seniorclasscare.com

Shiloh Assisted Living

5384 Country Care Lane, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-4673 | www.heritagehouseofmn.com

Treasured Time Adult Day – Crosby

22401 State Highway 6, Deerwood, MN 56444 218 546-5071 | www.rcummings@cuyunamed.org

Unlimited Learning

andrewhook@hotmail.com

Advocacy/Financial Legal/ Referrals Access North

218 824-5228 | www.accessnorth.net

Alzheimer's Assoc. MN

Life and Love with Dementia

218 330-3913 | www.lifeandlovewithdementia.com

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid

320 253-0121 | www.mylegalaid.org

Ombudsman - Long Term Care

218 855-8729 or 800 657-3591 | www.mn.gov

800 272-3900 | www.alz.org

Central MN Council on Aging (CMCOA) Community Development 320 253-9479 | www.cmcoa.org

Senior Care Consulting

218 839-2869 | www.seniorcareconsultingmn. com

Senior LinkAge Line - Brainerd 800 333-2433 | www.cmcoa.org

Covia Well Connected

877 797-7299 | www.covia.org

CRMC Wellness and Foundation 218 546-7000 | www.cuyunamed.org

Senior LinkAge Line - Crosby 800 333-2433 | www.cmcoa.org

Tenants Hotline

866 866-3546 | www.homelinemn.org

Crow Wing County Community Services

218 824-1093 | www.crowwing.us

Crow Wing Energized

www.crowwingenergized.org

Dani's Lakes Area Errands

218 851-5527 | www.danislakesareaerrands.com

Hallett Community Center

218 546-2616 | www.hallettcenter.com

St. Vincent de Paul

218 568-4760 | www.ourladyofthelakes.weconnect.com

Triad of Crow Wing County 218 829-4749 | www.crowwing.us

The Center

218 829-9345 | www.thebrainerdcenter.com

Unlimited Learning

218 546-5036 | www.unlimitedlearning.net

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Oakridge Homes-Woodview Residential & Support Services have a genuine interest in providing the foremost services to people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs.

Our commitment to quality care and assistance, financial security for facilities and programs and client respect is unmatched. Whether it is a group home setting or community services, Oakridge Homes-Woodview provides personalized programs that encourage individualized, independent living.

For the finest in client-centered care consider Oakridge Homes-Woodview Residential & Support Services, serving central Minnesota since 1981.

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1021 Industrial Park Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 218-829-7599 www.orhwv.com

EOE

34685 US Hwy 71, Clarissa, MN 56440 218-756-2499

Brighter Horizons Adult Day Center

Older Adult Glossary

Licensed by the State of Minnesota Department of Human Services

307 ½ 8th Street NW Brainerd, MN 56401 Business Phone: 218-829-0636

Below is the list of categories and definitions of older adult services: • Adult Day Services: non-residential facility that supports the health, nutrition, social and daily living needs of adults in a group setting.

Brighter Horizons is a day center for adults in the Brainerd/Baxter community. Serving elderly adults, and adults ages 18 and older with disabilities. Our goal is to provide a safe, stimulating social and educational environment for the participants. We strive to meet the changing needs and desires as they arise. We are open 50 weeks out of the year (Closed Christmas week and 4th of July week).

• Assisted Living: Housing for seniors that can provide nursing care, housekeeping and prepared meals as needed.

• Support Groups for Caregivers: a place where caregivers gather to learn and reinforce good self-care while enjoying the support and understanding from others facing similar solutions.

• Companion Services: primarily provide emotional support and socialization.

Community Activities:

• Emergency Response Systems: an alarm system designed to assist seniors with medical issues.

• Community Outings • Leisure Groups - movies, listening to music/books-on-tape, newspaper’s current events • Exercise Groups • Arts & Crafts • Relaxation Groups • Monthly Birthday Parties • Holiday Celebrations

• Advocacy/Financial/Legal/Referrals etc.: Community resources for support.

• Energy Assistance Program: assistance available to financially eligible seniors.

• Food/Meal Assistance: programs available to Seniors to meet their nutritional needs • Home Care Agencies: Care that allows a person to stay in their home.

• Hospice Services: end of life care

Hours: 9:30am-2:30pm Monday thru Friday (or by appointment)

• Medical Supplies: such as wheelchairs, walkers, oxygen supplies, CPAPs, etc.

Transportation can be coordinated. Drop-in Care must be reserved 48 hours in advance (2-hour minimum service)

• Nursing Facilities: residential care facilities that provide around the clock nursing care.

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• Respite: planned or emergency temporary care for caregivers.

• Senior Housing: Independent housing for seniors.

• Physical therapy /Occupational Therapy/Speech and Alternative Therapies – A wide range of complimentary therapies • Transportation statewide –Getting from one place to another • Transportation local- Getting from one place to another

For more information or to arrange a tour of the center, call Brighter Horizons owners/operators.

Amy Bauer Nelson, Program Director 218-232-0541 (cell) Michele Hall, Business Director 218-851-0093 (cell)

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Older Adult Vulnerable Adult Reporting

218 824-1140 or 844 880-1574 | www.mn.gov

Companion Services LSS Senior Companion

P.O. Box 254, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-218 839-6650 | www.lssmn.org

Customized Living

Almond House

802 SE 28th Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 825-9255 | www.almondhouse.com

Arbor & Autumn Glen Apts.

14177 & 14180 Broadmoor Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 218 829-8751 karenstruthers5@gmail.com

Diamond Willow

14396 Grand Oaks Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 218 839-8136 www.diamondwillowassistedliving.com

Edgewood Vista Brainerd

14890 Beaver Dam Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 828-3691 | www.edgewoodseniorliving.com

Edgewood Vista Baxter

14211 Firewood Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 218 828-4770 | www.edgewoodseniorliving.com

Excelsior Court Apartments

7276 Excelsior Road N., Baxter, MN 56425 218 824-8403 | www.dwjonesmanagement.com

Golden Horizons

13631 East Shore Road, Crosslake, MN 56442 218 692-6650 | www.goldenhorizons.org

Brainerd Carefree Living Spectrum Health Companies

Good Samaritan Society Bethany Senior Living Apts

Central Minnesota Senior Care

Good Samaritan Society Birchwood Samaritan House

2723 Oak Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-8622 | www.spectrumhealthcos.com 1008 10th Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 828-4823 www.central-minnesota-senior-care-mn-10.hub.biz

1953 S. Seventh Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-1429 | www.good-sam.com

2509 Greenwood Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-1429 | www.good-sam.com

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Good Samaritan Society Elmwood Samaritan House

2517 Greenwood Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-1429 | www.good-sam.com

Good Samaritan Society Oakwood Samaritan House

2501 Greenwood Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-1429 | www.good-sam.com

Hallett Cottages

350 Fourth Street, Crosby, MN 56441 218 546-6265 | www.cuyunamed.org

Harmony House

218 SW Ninth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 828-4142 | www.horizonhealthservices.org

Heartwood Senior Living

500 Heartwood Drive, Crosby, MN 56441 218 545-8500 | www.preshomes.org

Heritage House

5384 Country Care Lane, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-4673 | www.HeritageHouseofMN.com

Hills Crossing Senior Living

5307 Hills Crossing Road, Nisswa, Mn 56468 218-961-5605 | www.hcseniorliving.com

Older Adult Northern Lakes Senior Living

8186 Excelsior Road, Baxter, MN 56425 218 454-2121 | www.northernlakesseniorliving.com

Senior Class Care

4451 East Woodman Street, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-5605 | www.seniorclasscare.com

Energy Assistance Program

Lutheran Social Service Energy Assistance 218 829-5000 | www.lssmn.org

Rural Housing Repair, Rehab loans & grants

218 829-5965, ext: 4 | www.rd.usda.gov

Tri-CAP

320 632-3691 | www.tccaction.com

Tri-County Community Action 218 829-2410 | www.tccaction.com

Food/Meal Assistance

Crosby, Dellwood & Edgewood Apts.

LSS Senior Nutrition

Crosslake Community Center

MN Food Assistance Program

Crosslake Food Shelf

Mom’s Meals

Cuyuna Range Food Shelf

NAPS Nutrition Assistance Program for Seniors

218 546-5943

218 692-4271 | www.cityofcrosslake.org

800 657-3698 | www. mn.gov

218 692-1004

866 204-6111 | www.momsmeals.com

218 546-7444

Dellwood & Edgewood Apts, Crosby 218 546-5943 | www.crosbyhra.org

North Star Apartments Oak Crest I, Brainerd

800 582-4291 | www.fareforall.org

218 824-6026 | www.dwjonesmanagement.com

Homestyle Direct

866 735-0921 | www.homestyledirect.com

Pequot Lakes, Sibley Terrace

218 587-2921 | www.pequotlakes-mn.gov

Hunger Solutions MN

651 789-9847 or 888 711-1151 | www.hungersolutions.org

Ruby's Pantry

Lakes Area Food Shelf

Salvation Army Food Shelf

218 568-8474 | www.lakesarea.org

Brainerd First Baptist Church

Brainerd First Lutheran Church

LSS Meals on Wheels

218 829-9552 | www.flcbrainerd.com

218 326-4420 x 22 | www.health.state.mn.us 218 824-6026 | www.brainerdhra.org

Fare For All

Lakes Area Senior Activity Center

218 829-5767 | www.firstbaptistchurchbrainerd.com

800 488-4146 | www.lssmn.org

218 824-6026 | www.thebrainerdcenter.com 218 587-2921 | www.lssmn.org

651 674-0202 | www.rubyspantry.org 218 829-1120 | www. salvationarmynorth.org

Senior Dining, Brainerd (LSS) 218 824-6026 | www.lssmn.org

Senior LinkAge Line

800 333-2433 | www.mnaging.org

Home Care & Hospice

Stay in the comfort of your home.

We are your local home care and hospice team.

Founded in 1948, Knute Nelson is a non-profit, Christian-based organization with an innovative presence in senior care. Our professional team of caregivers is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to care for you or your loved ones. We provide individualized care, in your home and so much more!

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Older Adult Sibley Terrace Apartments, Pequot Lakes 218 587-2921 | www.pequotlakes-mn.gov

218 963-8899 | www.health.state.mn.us

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Recover Home Health

Home Care Agencies

218 534-4962 | www.salemdwd.org

800 657-3698 | www.fns.usda.gov

Accra Home Care

218 270-5905 | www.accracare.org

Barnabas

218 829-0901 | www.barnabashealth.com

Comfort Keepers

218 822-3200 | www.comfortkeepers.com

Grattan Health Care

800 470-1326 | www.grattanhealthcare.com

Good Neighbor Home Health Care 218 829-9238 | www.gnhomecare.com

Home Health Partnership

218 546-2311 | www.cuyunamed.org

Home Instead Senior Care

218 824-0077 | www.homeinstead.com

Lakes Area Interfaith Caregivers

218 820-7454 | www.interfaithvolunteers.org

Medical Supplies

Minnesota Home Care

Aitkin Medical Supply

12 Second Street NW Aitkin Mn 56431 218 927-3113 | www.midwest-medical.com

218 316-3444 | www.recoverhealth.org

Salem Lutheran

Brainerd Medical Supply

206 W. Washington Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-2100 | www.brainerdmedicalsupply.net

Hospice Services

North Central Medical Supply

CRMC Home Health Hospice

314 Charles Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 825-7331 | www.ncmedicalsupply.com

320 East Main Street, Crosby, MN 56441 800 698-2311 | www.cuyunamed.org

Mental Health

Good Samaritan Society Hospice

24090 Smiley Road Suite 200, Nisswa, MN 56468 218 963-9452 | www.good-sam.com

24 hour Crisis Line 218 828-4357

Heartland Hospice

7658 Design Road Suite 300, Baxter, MN 56425 218 829-1252 | www.heartlandhospice.com

Horizon Health (Harmony House)

218 SW Ninth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 320 468-6451 | www.horizonhealthservices.com

Knute Nelson Home Care

218 828-7437 | www.essentiahealth.org

Lakewood Health System –Staples Reflections Unit

218 894-8200 | www.lakewoodhealthsystem. com

LSS Counseling Services

15175 Edgewood Drive N., Baxter, MN 56425 218 454-1542 | www.knutenelson.org

St Croix Hospice

Essentia Health SJMC Grace Unit

218 828-7379 | www.lssmn.org

17021 Commercial Park Road Suite 5, Brainerd, Mn 56401 218 203-9891 | www.stcroixhospice.com

Northern Pines

218 829-3235 | www.npmh.org

Our Experience.

Your peace of mind.

When someone close to you needs care, you want it to come from the very best people.

That’s why Lakes Area families have been turning to us since 1983.

Because there really is a difference.

Available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

We’ll be there.

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Northern Psychiatric

Alert1

Barrows & Associates

American Medical Alarms

Nursing Facility

Blue Star Service Solutions, Inc.

218 454-0090 | www.northernpsychiatric.com 218 829-9307 | www.Barrowscounseling.com

CRMC - Care Center

320 E Main Street, Crosby, MN 56441 281 546-7000 | www.cuyunamed.org

Good Samaritan Society Bethany Skilled Nursing

804 Wright Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-1407 | www.good-sam.com/bethany

Good Samaritan Society Woodland Skilled Nursing

100 Buffalo Hills Lane, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-1429 | www.good-sam.com/woodland

Personal Emergency Response Systems

ADT Security Services

877 258-6428 | www.adt.com

Advanced Security

888 860-8098 | www.lifeassistusa-medical-alarm-system.com

800 693-5433 | www.alert-1.com 800 542-0438 | www.medical-alert-company. com 800 300-1724 | www.bluestarseniortech.com

Centra Care Health Medical Alert Service

800 835-6652, ext. 55700 | www.centracare.com

CST, Your Link to Life

888 557-4462 | www.cstltl.com

Custom Alarms

507 288-5522 | www.custom-alarm.com

Cybermation

320 255-7027 | www.cybermationinc.com

Doyle Security

1-866-463-6953 | www.godoyle.com

EmoryDay, LLC

800 953-5211 | www.freedomalert-911.com

Healthsense

952 400-7361 800 576-1779 | www.healthsense.com

Life Alarm

706 854-9818 800 780-5433 | www.life-alarm.org

The greatest breakthrough in senior care?

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We help aging parents stay at home, whether they’re dealing with Alzheimer’s, arthritis or anything in between.

PERSONAL CARE • 24-HOUR CARE • MEMORY CARE HOSPICE SUPPORT • MEALS AND NUTRITION

218.824.0077

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Older Adult Life Alert

Rest Assured

Life Assist USA

Sengistix

800 338-9090 | www.lifealert.com 888 860-8098 | www.lifeassistusa-medical-alarm-system.com

LifeFone

800 882-2280 | www.lifefone.com

LifeStation

800 554-4600 | www.lifestation.com

MedicAlert

800 432-5378 | www.medicalert.org

Medscope America

800 645-2060 | www.medscope.org

Night Owl Support Systems, LLC 877 559-1642 | www.nossllc.com

North Memorial Connect

763 581-8181 | www.northmemorial.com

P.A.L. Medical

218 326-9299 800 852-6575 | www.palmedicalsystems.com

Philips Lifeline

800 380-3111 | www.usa.philips.com

Response Link

888 663-2557 | www.responselink.com

877 338-9193 | www.restassuredmonitoring.com 651 695-5818 | www.sengistix.com

Spectrum Health

320 229-7559 | www.spectrumhealthcos.com

United Security and Alarm Systems 218 732-0456 | www.usasystems.net

Valued Relationships, Inc.

877 546-2349 | www.vricares.com

PT/OT/Speech and Alternative Therapies

Brainerd Family YMCA

602 Oak Street, Brainerd 218 829-4767 | www.brainerdlakesymca.org

Big Stone Therapies

15620 Edgewood Drive Suite 240, Baxter 218 454-7012 | www.rocksolidrehab.com

Cardiac Rehab

218 546-7462 | www.cuyunamed.org

Dragonfly Healing Arts LLC

15479 Ladyslipper Lane, Deerwood 218 838-0097 | www.facebook.com/dflyha/

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Essentia Health Physical Therapy Locations: Brainerd/Baxter, Pierz, Pillager, Pequot Lakes, Pine River, Crosslake, Emily, Hackensack 218 828-7100 | www.essentiahealth.org

Holistic Foot and Nail Care

23858 County Road 31, Deerwood, MN 56444 218 546-9950 holisticfootandnailcare@gmail.com

Pequot Lakes Physical Therapy Services 31170 Government Dr, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-5666 www.pequotlakesphysicaltherapy.com

Uplifted Wellness

16 W. Main Street, Crosby, Minnesota 56441

218 851-4337 | www.upliftedwellnessstudio.com

Respite

Breath of Life (Adult Day Services) - Brainerd 218 822-3296 | www.bolads.org

Edgewood Vista (Social Group Respite) - Brainerd

218 828-3691 | www.edgewoodseniorliving.com

Older Adult Lutheran Family Services (Social & In-Home Respite)

218 821-4554 800 488-4146 | www.lssmn.org

MSOCS-Quality Enterprises - Baxter 651 431-3691 | www.mn.gov

Senior Class Care (Adult Day Services) Pequot Lakes 218 568-5605 | www.seniorclasscare.com

Treasured Time Adult Day Center (Adult Day Services) Deerwood 218 546-5071 | www.treasuredtimeadc.com

Senior Housing

Access North Center For Independent Living 606 NW Fifth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 824-5228 | www.accessnorth.net

Alpine Apartments

31176 Pequot Boulevard, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-4555 | www.pequotlakes.govoffice.com

Autumn Glen and Arbor Glen

14177 & 14180 Broadmoor Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 218 829-8751

Dellwood & Edgewood Apts.

300 Third Avenue NE, Crosby, MN 56441 218 546-5088 | www.crosbyhra.org

Edgewood Dellwood Apt.

300 Third Avenue NE, Crosby, MN 56441 218 546-5088

Excelsior Court Apartments

7276 Excelsior Road N., Baxter, MN 56425 218-824-8403 | www.dwjonesmanagement.com

Good Samaritan Society Woodland Senior Living Apts

200 Buffalo Hills Lane, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-1429 | www.good-sam.com/woodland

Hope Housing

716 E Street, Brainerd, MN 5640 218 824-1437 | www.region5mentalhealth.com1

Indian Carry Apartments

21745 Indian Carry, Deerwood, MN 56444 218 534-2912 | www.deerwoodhousing.com

Ironton Terrace and Ironton Villa Apt. 500 Eighth Avenue, Ironton, MN 56455 218 546-6886

Sibley Terrrace and Parkview Apartments 31203 North Oak Street, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-4555 | www.pequotlakes.govoffice.com

West Grove Townhomes

West Grove Street, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-4555 | www.pequotlakes.govoffice.com

Woodland Apartments

23771 Broadway, Deerwood, MN 56444 218 534-2912 20 | www.deerwoodhousing.com

Support Groups for Caregivers

Interfaith Volunteers 218 820-7454

www.interfaithvolunteers.org

Medi-Van

218 568-9366

Peoples Express

800 450-0123 | www.peoplesexpressmn.net

Pequot Lakes Senior Van 218 692-3340

Transportation State Wide

Bethany Good Samaritan

804 Wright Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-1407 | www.good-sam.com

Good Neighbor Home Health Care

American Cancer Society-Road to Recovery 800 227-2345 | www.cancer.org

14387 Edgewood Drive N., Baxter, MN 56425 218 829-9238 | www.gnhomecare.com

CT RideNet (Referral Service)

Memory Café Northern Lakes Senior Living

Cummings Mobility 800 639-5438

8186 Excelsior Road, Baxter MN 56425 218-839-2869 218-454-2121

Delight Transportation 952 595-9030

Parkinson's Support Groups

218 828-4700 | www.apdaparkinson.org

TBI Support Group

704 Norwood Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 281 829-4492 | www.mnbraininjury.org

Transportation - Local Brainerd Area Taxi

Care Van – Lakewood Health System

218 894-8331 | www.lakewoodhealthsystem. com

Crow Wing County Transit

866 925-7433 | www.ci.brainerd.mn.us/195/ Transit

Crow Wing County Veterans Services Office (Veterans Transportation to VA Hospitals) Grab-A-Cab

Greyhound Bus Service

800 231-2222 | www.greyhound.com

Lakes Medi-Van, Inc.

800 422-0976 | www.medi-van.org

Medica Enrollees (Medical Appointments) 800 601-1805

UCare Enrollees (Medical Appointments)

218 828-1111 | www.brainerd.com/taxi/

866 507-1058 crowwing.us/209/Veterans-Service

800 450-6100

877 523-151 | www.home.ucare.org

Veteran Services

Brainerd VA Clinic

722 NW Seventh Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 855-1115 | www.va.gov

Crow Wing County Veterans Services

218 824-1058 | www. crowwing.us

Veterans Linkage Line

888 546-5838 | www.linkvet.org

218 270-2992

Home Instead Senior Care 877 824-0077

Mississippi Terrace Apartments

215 SW Fourth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-0274 | www.inhproperties.com

Northern Lights Apartments

511 D Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 800 466-7722 | www.accessiblespace.org

Northstar Apartments

410 East River Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 828-3705 | www.brainerdhra.org

Oakcrest II Apartments

2014 Spruce Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 824-8403 | www.dwjonesmanagement.com

Oakcrest Manor

2106 Spruce Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 828-3183 | www.dwjonesmanagement.com

WALLY THESING TOURS Besides doing various Casino Trips, we are also available for your company and private parties!

Call us, we’ll take you places!!!

31215 North Heath Street, Pequot Lakes MN 56472 218 568-4555 | www.pequotlakes.govoffice.com

Pine Shadows Apt

25953 Church Street, Nisswa, MN 56468 218 824-8403 | www.dwjonesmanagement.com

Visit our website for more info and our tour schedule. www.wallythesingtours.com • 218-829-7523 • 866-829-7523

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Churches Baxter

Pointway Church

Highway 210, Baxter, MN 56425 218 829-4105 | www.christbaxter.com

Service Lutheran

Christ Evangelical Lutheran Christ Lutheran Church

13815 Cherrywood Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 218 829-4105 | www.christbaxter.com

7756 Highland Scenic Road, Baxter, MN 56425 218 454-0620 | www.pointway.org 8049 Basswood Road S., Baxter, MN 56425 218 825-0667

United Pentecostal Church

Church of the Lakes Orthodox

12485 Forestview Drive S., Baxter, MN 56425 218 829-5337

First Baptist Church

All Saints Catholic Church

Heritage Church

Bay Ministries

Journey North Community Church

Bethel Church

14250 Conservation Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 218 851-9711 | www.churchofthelakesopc.com 7398 Fairview Road N., Baxter, MN 56425 218 829-5767 | www.firstbaptistchurchbrainerd.com 13242 Berrywood Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 218 829-3209 | www.iamheritage.org 6785 Woida Road N., Baxter, MN 56425 218 824-5617 | www.thejourneynorth.com

Lake Area Christian Church

7001 Highland Scenic Road, Baxter, MN 56425 218 828-1362

Lakewood Evangelical Free Church 6284 Fairview Road N., Baxter, MN 56425 218 829-7251 | www.lakewoodfc.com

Light of the Lakes

13091 Meredith Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 218 829-7729

Lord of Life Lutheran Church

6190 Fairview Road N, Baxter, MN 56425 218 828-9374 | www.lolbaxter.org

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 6311 Mildred Road, Baxter, MN 56425 218 829-7092 | www.popbaxter.org

Brainerd

16898 Carlson Lake Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 828-7738 | www.blccnorth.org 1014 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 825-9149 | www.brainerdyfc.com 10914 5 Mile Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 828-1787

Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church 418 Eighth Ave. NE, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-3330 | www.bethlehem-online.org

Brainerd Christian Fellowship 602 Juniper Street, Brainerd, MN 218 829-3889

Brainerd Nazarene Church

16549 Johnson Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-9005 | www.cohmn.com

The Church on the Wise Road 10345 Wise Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-4673 218 829-8577 www.thechurchonthewiseroad.org

Communitas Church 824 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-2449 | www.communitaschurch.com Community Covenant Church 323 S. Ninth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401

Community of Hope Church of the Nazarene

16549 Johnson Road N, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-9005 | www.cohmn.com

Evangelical Good Samaritan

1987 S Seventh Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 825-1071

Faith Baptist Church 229 28th Street SE, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-3191 | www.fbcbrainerd.com First Congregational Church 415 Juniper Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-2528 | www.uccbrainerd.org

First Lutheran Church 424 S. Eighth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-9552 | www.flcbrainerd.com Good Shepherd Free Lutheran Church

5878 Pine Beach Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 824-3052 | www.goodshepherdfreelutheran.church

Brainerd Seventh-day Adventist Church

Jehovah’s Witnesses

Christian Science Reading Rooms

Laestadian Lutheran Church 1501 S. Eighth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-5745

2910 Oak Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-1676 | www.brainerdsda.org

501 Kingwood Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-5819 | www.csminnesota.org

2291 State Highway 25, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-4586 | www.jw.org

Lakes Area First Presbyterian Church 7761 Excelsior Drive, Baxter MN 56425 218 829-6069 | www.fpcbrainerd.org

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

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Rev. Joyce Rush, Priest, Rev. Caren Bedard, Deacon

408 N. 7TH STREET, BRAINERD, MN • 218-829-3834 SUNDAYS - WORSHIP 10:00 AM • COFFEE HOUR 11:15 AM

St. Paul’s is a welcoming parish of the Episcopal Church of Minnesota. We welcome families and individuals of all ages to join us in celebration.

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Living Word North

6314 State Highway 371, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-0612 | www.lwn.church

New Beginnings Bible Church 923 Oak Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 454-0764

Oak St Chapel

523 SE 11th Street, Brainerd, MN 218 454-0984 | www.oakstreetchapel.org

Park United Methodist Church

315 N Sixth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-4116 | www.parkunitedmethodist.org

Rejoice Lutheran Church

803 Kingwood Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 824-6118 | www.rejoicelutheranchurch.org

Remnant Ministry Center

605 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN 218 829-2137 | www.remnantministrycenter.org

Riverside Union Church

3435 County Road 45, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 828-1060

South Long Lake Church 13152 Smart Road, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 851-2018 | www.southlonglakechurch.com St Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church

20th ANNUAL KC BUFFALO RAFFLE AND FEED 22nd Annual KC Buffalo Raffle and Feed, to be held on Jan. 26, 2019. Feed starts at 4:00 pm and we serve until 8:00 pm. Drawing will be held at 8:15 pm, and this is all at the Pierz Ballroom. Tickets for the raffle are $10 each, with half the proceeds going to the American Cancer Society. The feed is $7.00 and you get a burger, beans, potato salad, and homemade bars. Music during the feed by the Waltzateer Band, this makes for a fun evening and a great way to help the KC’s with their fundraiser.

If you want to purchase a ticket you can do so at the feed or from any KC member or some of the businesses. We have over $13,000 worth of prizes. If you need any other information you can call Allen or Debbie Woitalla 320-277-3860.

PIERZ KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Sincerely yours, Allen Woitalla Chairman of the Buffalo Raffle 001782528r1

1108 Willow Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-1340 | www.blccsouth.org

St Francis Catholic Church

404 N. Ninth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 822-4040 | www.blccnorth.org

St Paul’s Episcopal Church

408 N. Seventh Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-3834 | www.episcopalmn.org

The Salvation Army

208 S. Fifth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-1120 | www.salvationarmynorth.org

St Thomas of the Pines

11266 Pine Beach Peninsula Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 828-7738 | www.blccnorth.org

Temple Baptist Church

923 Oak Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-2449

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

101 Buffalo Hills Lane W., Brainerd, MN 56401 218 828-4701 | www.lds.org

Trinity Lutheran Church

COME SEE! COME HEAR! COME WORSHIP!

Sunday mornings at 9:30am Holy Communion is the first and third Sunday of each month.

1420 S. Sixth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-5147 | www.trinitybrainerd.org

Truth Luthern Church

Zion Lutheran Church 220 N Eighth Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 829-4317 | www.zionbrainerd.com

Breezy Point

Eagles Nest Church

6714 County Road 11, Breezy Point, MN 56472 218 562-5252 | www.eaglesnestmn.org

Faith Lutheran Church Swanburg 10973 Co. Rd. 1 (13 miles East of Pine River on County Road 1) 218-543-4878

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501 Kingwood Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 218 534-3558 | www.truthluthernchurch.com

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Churches Crosby

515 W. Main Street, Crosby, MN 56441 218 546-5423 | wwwntaibc.com

Crosby Assembly of God Church Immanuel Lutheran Church

600 Fourth Street SW, Crosby, MN 56441 218 546-6021 | www.immanuelcrosby.org

Lifespring Church

30 Hallett Avenue NE, Crosby, MN 56441 218 545-5433 | www.visitlifespring.com

Crosslake Lutheran Church

St. Joseph’s Churches of Crosby-Ironton and Deerwood

Crosslake Presbyterian Church

Crosby, MN 56441 218 546-5231

Bible Baptist Church

604 Oak Street, Crosby, MN 56441 218 546-6115 | www.crosbyassembly.org

Presbyterian Church

617 Poplar Street, Crosby, MN 56441 218 546-6559 | www.cuyunacatholic.org

Zion Lutheran Church

225 Fourth Street NW, Crosby, MN 56441 218 546-6910 | www.lutheranliturgy.org

Crosslake

Crosslake Christian

35960 County Road 66, Crosslake, MN 56442 218 692-3682 | www.crosslakelutheran.com

14444 Daggett Pine Road, Crosslake, MN 56442 218 692-4769 | www.crosslakepresbyterian.org

Immaculate Heart Catholic Church

35208 County Road 37, Crosslake, MN 56442 218 692-3731 | www.crosslakecatholic.com

Mission of the Cross Lutheran

13716 County Road 103, Crosslake, MN 56442 218 692-4228 | www.missionofthecross.org

Assembly of God Church 13919 County Road 36, Crosslake, MN 56442 218 692-4673 | www.crosslakechristian.com

Lakes Area

Presbyterian Church

Worship:10:15 a.m.

(218) 829-6069 | firstpresbrd@yahoo.com

7761 Excelsior Road, Baxter, 56425 Pastor Mark Ford

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Providence Community Church

13657 County Road 103, Crosslake, MN 56442 218 692-7000 | www.providencecrosslake.com

The Log Church

37218 County Road 66, Crosslake, MN 56442 218 692-4141 | www.crosslakeefc.org

Deerwood

Cascade United Methodist Church 22781 D-10, Deerwood, MN 56444 218 534-3507 | www.umc.org

Deerwood Baptist Church

Emily

Emily United Methodist Church 39994 White Pine Street, Emily, MN 56447 218 763-2122 | www.ourchurch.com 40141 MN-6, Emily, MN 56447 218-763-4673 | www.emilywesleyan.org

St. Emily’s Catholic Church

39922 Lake Street, Emily, MN 56447 218 763-2510 | www.dioceseduluth.org

Fort Ripley

23546 Forest Road, Deerwood, MN 56444 218 534-3171 | www.deerwoodbaptistchurch.org

Crow Wing Church

Presbyterian Clearwater Forest

St Mathias Catholic Church

Salem Lutheran Church

Garrison

16595 Crooked Lake Road, Deerwood, MN 56444 218-678-2325 | www.clearwaterforest.org 21276 Archibald Road, Deerwood, MN 56444 218 534-3309 | www.salemdwd.org

Saint Joseph Church

23753 Forest Road, Deerwood, MN 56444 218-534-3182 | www.cuyunacatholic.org

East Gull Lake

Gloria Dei Lutheran Church

Emily Wesleyan Church

Fort Ripley, MN 56449

4529 County Road 121, Fort Ripley, MN 56449 218 822-4040 | www.blccsouth.org

Community Alliance Church

9468 Jefferson Street, Garrison, MN 56450 320 692-4420 | www.cmalliance.org

Light of the Cross Lutheran

27170 Monroe Street, Garrison, MN 56450 320 692-4773 | www.lightofthecrosslutheran.org

30701 Patriot Avenue, Pequot Lakes

0.4 miles south of stoplight 218-568-5668

Regular Services

Saint Thomas of the Pines Church East Gull Lake, MN 56401 218-822-404 | www.blccnorth.org

Love God. Love People. Love Life.

9 a.m and 11 a.m.

Sunday School

10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

(September thru May)

Wednesday Night Youth 5:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Sunday Worship

10:45am with Children’s Church and Nursery

www.crosslakechristian.com

Pastor Gary Espeseth • Youth Pastor Austin Krieger

(September thru May)

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All Community Youth Welcome

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Churches Our Lady Fatima Church

27332 Central Street, Garrison, MN 56450 320 692-4466 | www.dioceseduluth.org

Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church

10583 US Highway 169, Garrison, MN 56450 320 692-4581 | www.shepherdofthelake.org

Hillman

Holy Family Catholic Church

1182 County Highway 8, Hillman, MN 56338 320 277-3386 | www.holyfamilybulldoglake.com

Lakeview Community Church

25538 370th Avenue, Hillman, MN 56338 320 277-3342 | www.lakeviewchurchhillman.com

Lake Shore

Community Church of The Nazarene

Living Savior Lutheran Church

21704 County Road 3, Merrifield, MN 218-828-9867 | www.merrifieldnazchurch.org

Merrifield

Christ Community Church

21704 Coounty Road 3, Merrifield, MN 56465 218 828-9867 | www.merrifieldnazchurch.org

Journey

Lake Shore, MN 56468 218 963-9733 | www.livingsaviorchurch.org

Community Church of Nazarene Crosslake Christian Assembly

13081 Greenwood Lane, Merrifield, MN 56465 218 692-4673

Ossipee Community Church

12799 County Road 109, Merrifield, MN 56465 218 765-3386 | www.ossipeecommunitychurch.org

Nisswa

24646 Hazelwood Drive, Nisswa, MN 56468 218 963-2626 | www.christcommunitynisswa.com 5459 County Road 18, Nisswa, MN 218 963-2663 | www.thejourneynisswa.org

Living Savior Lutheran Church

8327 Interlachen Roadd, Nisswa, MN 56468 218 963-9733 | www.livingsaviorchurch.org

LIVING SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH A place to grow in Christ 8327 Interlachen Road, Lake Shore, MN 56468 Rev. Dr. Richard J.M. Hans: (218) 821-2751

Office Phone: (218) 963-9733 Office email: livingsavlor@gmail.com Email: doctri901@nisswa.net

LivingSaviorChurch.org A Congregation of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod

Scheduled Weekly Services

Sunday Worship Service -- 9:00a.m.

Fellowship -- 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School, Confirmation & BibleStudy -10:30a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study- 9:00a.m.

Truth Lutheran 501 Kingwood Street Brainerd, MN (Corner of 5th & Kingwood) truthlutheranchurch.com

RENEW YOUR FAITH

An LCMC Congregation …Lutheran Congregation in Mission for Christ

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Sunday worship 9 AM Fellowship and Sunday school following worship

ALL ARE WELCOME

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Lutheran Church of the Cross 5064 County Road 13, Nisswa, MN 56468 218 963-2564 | www.lccnisswa.org

New Hope Community Church Nisswa, MN 56468 763 552-7979 | www.nhccmn.org

St Christopher’s Church

25574 Church Street, Nisswa, MN 56468 218 568-4760 www.ourladyofthelakes.weconnect.com

Timberwood Church

23084 State Highway 371, Nisswa, MN 56468 218 967-8888 | www.timberwoodchurch.org

Northwoods Unitarian Universalist Fellowship

Nisswa Community Children’s Library 5533 County Road 18, Nisswa, MN 218-330-3476 | www.mnnuuf.org

Outing

Narrows Community Church

6297 Woods Bay Drive NE, Outing, MN 56662 218 792-5530 | www.nccofouting.weebly.com

Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church 525 State Highway 6, Outing, MN 56662 218 792-5346 | www.oslcouting.org

Pequot Lakes

Gloria Dei Lutheran Church

30609 State Highway 371, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-5668 www.christianchurchesonline.com

Grace United Methodist Church

29318 Patriot Ave., Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-5755 | www.graceumcpequotlakes.org

Our Lady of the Lakes Parish

30872 Rasmusen Road, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-4760 www.ourladyofthelakes.weconnect.com

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church

30985 Front Street, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-4670 | www.oursaviorspl.org

Pequot Lakes Baptist Church

30028 Rasmusen Road, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-4794 | www.plbconline.com

Pleasant Hill Community Church

3340 72nd Street SW, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-5289 | www.phcommunitychurch.org

St Alice Catholic Church

30872 Rasmusen Road, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 218 568-4760 www.ourladyofthelakes.weconnect.com

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Nonprofit Organizations Crow Wing County Nonprofit Organizations:

Aadzuhman Shrine Club 218 829-1686 www. brainerdmasonic.org

Brainerd Amateur Hockey Association 218 828-0945 www.brainerd.pucksystems2.com

AA Lakes Area Alano (Brainerd)

Brainerd Area Amateur Ham Radio Club

Better Business Bureau

Brainerd Area Sertoma Club

218 825-3770 www.lakesareaalano.org/aa (888)646-6222 www.bbb.org

Brainerd Lakes Area Economic Development Corp.

218 828-0096 www.growbrainerdlakes.org

The Salvation Army

218 829-1120 www.salvationarmynorth.org

Access North Center of Independent Living 218 824-5228 www.accessnorth.net

Alzheimer’s Association 218 733-2560 www.alz.org

American Legion/Auxiliary (Brainerd Post 255)

218 828-6014 www.brainerdham.org

218 828-8000 www.sertoma.brainerd.com

Brainerd Community Action 218 829-2578 www.brainerdcommunityaction.org

Brainerd Elks Lodge #615 218 829-2643 www.brainerdelks.org

Brainerd Family YMCA 218 829-4767 www.brainerdlakesymca.org

Brainerd Jaycees

218 824-9461 www.brainerdjaycees.org

Brainerd Kennel Club 218 838-6070 www.bkcdogs.org

218 829-2249 www.brainerdlegion255.org

American Legion/Auxiliary (Crosslake/Fifty Lakes Post 500) 218 692-2555 www.post500.com

American Legion/Auxiliary (Deerwood Post 557) 218 534-3215 www.deerwoodlegionmn.org

American Legion/Auxiliary (Ironton Post 443) 218 546-5975

American Legion/Auxiliary (Nisswa Post 627) 218 963-9946 www.irontonlegion443.org

American Legion/Auxiliary (Pequot Lakes Post 49) 218 568-9881 www.pequotlegion.org

American Sewing Guild 218 825-0283 www.asg.org

Baxter Lions Club

218 829-2206 www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/baxtermn/

Bethany Good Samaritan Auxiliary 218 829-1407 www.good-sam.com

Boy Scouts of America 218 825-0855 www.bsacmc.org

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Nonprofit Organizations Brainerd Lakes Area Community Foundation

Brainerd Lakes Area Newcomers Club 507 329-0750 www. www.brainerd.com/newcomers

Brainerd Lakes Area Women of Today 218 831-0256 www.brainerdlakesareawomenoftoday.com

218 829-2838 www.explorebrainerdlakes.com

Brainerd Lakes Curling Club 218 824-9200 www.brainerdcurling.org

Brainerd Lakes Sunrise Rotary 218 839-4390 www.brainerdlakessunriserotary.org www.mooseintl.org

CBMC Northland Lakes Area Chapter

218 543-4232 www.lssmn.org/campknutson (612) 816-1541 www.northland.cbmc.com

Brainerd Ski Loons

218 454-8517

Brainerd Lakes Chamber

Brainerd Rotary Club www.brainerdrotary.org

Brainerd Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity

218 821-4269 www.usabmx.com

Camp Knutson

218 454-6921 www.bpsf.org

320 253-4380 www.communitygiving.org

Brainerd Lakes BMX

Brainerd Public Schools Foundation

Central MN Adult & Teen Challenge

218 831-3290 www.skiloons.com

218 833-8777 www.mntc.org

Brainerd Snodeos

Common Goods

218 829-8922 www.brainerdsnodeos.com

218 824-0923 www.bridgesofhopemn.org

Brainerd Sports Boosters

Community Action of Pequot Lakes

218 828-3205 www.brainerdsportsboosters.org

218 568-4695 www.communityactionpequotlakes.org

Brainerd VFW Post 1647

Confidence Learning Center

218 829-6393 www.brainerdvfw.org

Breath of Life Adult Day Service 218 822-3296 www.bolads.org

Breezy Point Figure Skating Club 218 562-5678 www.breezypointsports.com

218 828-2344 www.campconfidence.com

Crisis Line & Referral Service 218 828-4357 www.crisislineandreferralservice.org

The Crossing Arts Alliance 218 833-0416 www.crossingarts.org

Bridges of Hope

Crosslake Area Historical Society

218 825-7682 www.bridgesofhopemn.org

218 692-5400 www.crosslakehistoricalsociety.org/

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Nonprofit Organizations Crosslake Chamber of Commerce

Garrison Commercial Club

GoNorth MN

Crosslake Food Shelf

Girl Scouts of Minnesota and Wisconsin Lakes and Pines

Good Samaritan Bowl

218 692-4027 http://www.crosslake.com 218 692-1004

Crow Wing County 4-H Clubs 218 824-1069 www.crowwing.us

218 851-2389 www.garrisonmn.com

218 270-4859 www.girlscoutslp.org

218 828-5055 www.madd.org

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218 831-3197 www.brainerdairport.com

BAXTER AND CROSSLAKE

Crow Wing County Fair Association 218 829-6680 www.crowwingcountyfair.com

Crow Wing County Snowmobile Trail Association

Proceeds support the good works of Bridges of Hope.

Store Hours: Monday - Saturday 10-6 Summer Sundays: 12-5

218 330-7380 www.brainerdlakesareasnowmobiletrails.com

Crow Wing County Historical Society 218 829-3268 www.crowwinghistory.org

Cuyuna Lakes Chamber

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BAXTER: 218.824.0923 CROSSLAKE: 218.692.7682

218 546-8131 www.cuyunalakes.com

Cuyuna Range Food Shelf

Greater Lakes Area Performing Arts

Shop Donate Volunteer

Crow Wing County Civil Air Patrol

218 546-7244 www.cuyunalakeseducationfoundation.org

218 825-2505 www.goodsambowl.wordpress.com 218 568-9200 www.glapa.org

Crow Wing County Chapter of MADD

Cuyuna Lakes Education Foundation

612 419-1787 www.gonorthmn.org

Building Relationships

218 546-7444

Cuyuna Rock, Gem & Mineral Society (320) 250-1363 www.cuyunarockclub.org

Disabled American Veterans www.davmn22.webs.com

Dorcas Ministries 218 828-2811 www.brainerdsda.org

Eagles Club (Brainerd) 218 829-4216 www.brainerdeagles.com

Education Minnesota BRAINERD Local 697 218 454-6900 www.educationminnesota.org

Emily Emergency Food Shelf

218 763-3097 www.givemn.org/organization/Emily-Emergency-Food-Shelf

Friend 2 Friend Chapel for People With Disabilities 218 866-2348 www.larryandcarolyn.com

My vast experience in the mass appraisal/construction industry brings a unique and qualified understanding to the real estate process. Allow my expertise to help you buy, sell or find the business of your dreams.

TRACI BALDER

RE/MAX Lakes Area Realty 320.249.2789 218.963.9554 tracibalder@remax.net www.tracibalder.com

218 963-0047 www.cityofnisswa.com

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Friends of Nisswa Lake Park

Gull Chain of Lakes Association

Interfaith Volunteers

Gull Lake Drifters Snowmobile Club

Junior Achievement Brainerd Lakes

Gull Lake Yacht Club

Kinship Partners

Hallett Community Center

Kiwanis of Baxter

Happy Dancing Turtle

Kiwanis of Brainerd

218 963-3542 www.gcola.org

218 963-3130 www.mnsnowmobiler.org 218 963-6092 www.glyc.com

218 546-2616 www.hallettcenter.com

218 587-2303 www.happydancingturtle.org

Harmony Point Townhouse Association

218 820-7454 www.Interfaithvolunteers.org 218 454-1520 www.jaum.org

218 829-4606 www.kinshippartners.org 218 828-9627 www.baxter-lakes.kiwanisone.org www.brainerdkiwanisclub.org

Knights of Columbus (Brainerd)

651 233-8666

320 223-1371 www.www.blccnorth.org

Heartland Animal Rescue (H.A.R.T.)

Lakeshore Conservation Club

Ideal Sno Pros

Lakeshore Rod & Gun Club

218 829-4141 www.hartpets.org

www.ideal-sno-pros.org

Initiative Foundation 320 632-9255 www.ifound.org

218 963-4003 www.lakeshoregunclub.com

218 829-3176 www.lakeshoregunclub.com

Lakes Area Food Shelf 218 568-8474

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Nonprofit Organizations Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity 218 828-8517 www.lakesareahabitat.org

Lakes Area Youth Soccer Association www.brainerdblast.com

League of Women Voters (Brainerd)

Lakes Area Human Resource Association (LAHRA)

www.lwv.org

Legacy Chorale of Greater Minnesota 218 270-8212 www.legacychorale.org

218 839-2166 www.lahra.org

www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/brainerd/

218 275-5263 lakesareamusic.org

Lakes Area Pregnancy Support Center 218 825-0793 www.lakesareapregnancy.org

Lakes Area Restorative Justice Project 218 454-4145 www.larjp.org

Lions Club (Merrifield)

218 839-5679 www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/merrifield/ 218 961-7744 www.nisswalions.com

Lions Club (Crosslake/Ideal)

Lions Club (Pequot Lakes/Breezy)

Lions Club (Deerwood)

Masonic-Aurora Lodge 100

218 692-4100 www.crosslakeideallions.org

www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/deerwoodlakes/

Atlas Abstract & Title, Inc.

" If it relates to real estate closings or title insurance, we can do it!"

- Nate Jensen, Owner www.atlasabstract.com

320 692-4887 www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/garrison/

Lions Club (Nisswa)

Lions Club (Brainerd)

Lakes Area Music Festival

Lions Club (Garrison)

218 838-8002 www.plbplionsclub.com

218 829-1686 www.brainerdmasonic.org

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Servicing Crow Wing, Cass, Morrison, Aitkin, Todd, Wadena and other counties.

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218-824-6065

GreenheckAutoGlass.com

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Merrifield Marathons

Nisswa Women’s Club

Mid-Minnesota Builders Association

Nordic Ski Club (Brainerd)

218 825-8218

Voted #1 Best Home Exterior Contractor

www.nisswawomensclub.org

218 829-4982 www.midmnba.org

Mid-Minnesota Women’s Center 218 828-1216 www.womenscenteronline.org

www.brainerdnordicskiclub.com

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Northland Arboretum 218 829-8770 www.northlandarb.org

North Long Lake Association

Mount Ski Gull

northlong.org

218 963-4353 www.mountskigull.com

Muskies Inc (Brainerd Chapter) www.brainerdmuskies.com

National Loon Center Foundation 218 839-9042 www.nationallooncenter.org

New Pathways

Northern Lakes Lightning Youth Hockey Association 218 232-5572 www.northernlakeslightning.com

Northern Trackers Railroad Club 218 692-1900 www.northerntrackersrrclub.com

Order of the Eastern Star

218 454-0460 www.newpathwaysmn.com

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Nisswa Area Historical Society 218 963-3570

Nisswa Chamber of Commerce 218 963-2620 www.nisswa.com

Patriot Activities Club (Pequot Lakes) www.patriotactivitiesclub.com

Paul Bunyan Cyclists Club www.paulbunyancyclists.com

Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway Association

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Nonprofit Organizations Paul Bunyan Toastmasters

PORT of Crow Wing County

Sharing Bread Soup Kitchen

Pelican Lakes Conservation Club

Project Rainbow

Smiles for Jake (Brainerd)

Pequot Lakes Area Historical Society

Ruffed Grouse Society

218 330-6250 www.922.toastmastersclubs.org

218 829-2123 www.portgrouphomes.org

218 562-4664 www.plccmn.org

218 251-6912 www.projectrainbowmn.org

218 568-4808 www.brainerdlakescountry.com

Pequot Lakes Chamber of Commerce

Serpent Lake Association (Crosby)

Sons of Norway (Sagatun Lodge 018)

218 454-7378 www.sertoma.brainerd.com

218 828-2027 www.pinehaven-mn.org

Sno-Serpents Snowmobile Club 218 839-7581 www.snoserpents.com

Sertoma Club (Brainerd)

Pine Haven Youth & Family Services

kristen@smilesforjake.org

www.ruffedgrousesociety.org www.serpentlake.org

218 568-8911 www.explorebrainerdlakes.com

218 829-4203 www.sharingbread.com

218 820-6034 www.sofn.com

Stage North Theatre Company 218 232-6810 www.stagenorththeater.com/about-us

Located in a historic venue built in 1876, we professionally showcase quality consignments from around the world. We offer a unique showroom that specializes in a selection of quality antiques, new fine furnishings and more! With over 3000 past and present consignors, you never know what you will find next!

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218-824-0712

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Locally Owned - Quality Service

The BBYC Shop

218 454-0009 www.theshopbrainerd.org

The Center (Lakes Area Seniors) 218 829-9345 www.Thebrainerdcenter.com

The LAKE Foundation 612 840-8983 www.buildtheschool.org

The Lighthouse Project 218 513-9917 www.lhpmn.org

This One’s for Hop 218 330-1977 www.4hop.org

Upper Midwest Golden Gloves www.uppermidwestgoldengloves.com

Victim Services

218 829-5430

218 828-9518 www.crimevictimservices.net

Whitefish Area Lodging Association www.whitefish.org

Whitefish Area Property Owners Association 218 543-6064

Whitefish Chain Yacht Club 218 692-2760 www.wcyc.info

Vacationland Figure Skating Club

Tri-County Community Action Partnership

www.vacationlandfigureskatingclub.com

Turn In Poachers

Zonta International (Brainerd)

218 829-2410 www.tccaction.com

218 326-8477 www.turninpoachers.org

Commercial • Residential “Serving the lakes area for over 70 years”

Visit Brainerd

218 825-0410 www.visitbrainerd.com www.zonta.brainerd.com

United Way of Crow Wing

& Southern Cass Counties 218 829-2619 www.unitedwaynow.org

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Historical Landmarks Historical Places in Crow Wing County

public building. The former jail/sheriff’s residence building to the west of the courthouse serves as a county historical society museum.

Brainerd Public Library building - 1904 Carnegie library. Also noted for its prominent Neoclassical architecture.

Crow Wing County State Park - Key travel junction associated with the Dakota/Ojibwe territorial conflict and the early town of Old Crow Wing, which was eventually replaced

by Brainerd in the 1880s as the largest city in the county.

Brainerd Water Tower - nation's first municipal water tower built entirely out of concrete.

The distinctive regional landmark was finished in 1921.

Deerwood Auditorium - Multipurpose municipal building funded by the New Deal was built in the 1930s from local split stone. A longstanding venue for community events.

Following are the 36 historical places on the National Register in Crow Wing County:

Elevated Metal Water Tank, Crosby - Water tower finished in 1918 is one of the few remnants of the civic infrastructure funded by high tax revenue generated by mining properties during the development of the Cuyuna Range.

Elevated Metal Water Tank, Deerwood - The 1914 water tower is one of the few remnants of the civic infrastructure funded by high tax revenue generated by mining properties during the development of the Cuyuna Range.

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1913 water tower is one of the few remnants of the civic infrastructure funded by high tax revenue generated by mining properties during the development of the Cuyuna Range.

Elevated Metal Water Tank, Trommald - The 1918 water tower is one of the few remnants of the civic infrastructure funded by high tax revenue generated by mining properties during the development of the Cuyuna Range.

Fawcett House, Breezy Point - Lodge-like summer home with guest rooms was built in the mid-1920s. Noted for its rustic architecture, the building is associated with Wilford Fawcett, who founded Fawcett Publications.

Fort Flatmouth Mounds, Crosslake - Elliptical group of mounds indicate a long span of indigenous occupation.

Franklin Junior High School - The school building was originally built in 1932 with an addition in 1954. Now serves as Franklin Arts Center.

Garrison Concourse - Large highway wayside built in late 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, a centerpiece of an early and extensive roadside development project.

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H.H. Broach House, Pequot Lakes - Mid1920s summer estate also known as Shawano House with rustic architecture of log and stone.

Cole Memorial Building, Pequot Lakes - 1937 municipal hall illustrating the long-lived benefits of New Deal funding, including serving as a venue for many events from 1941-1967 as a civic movie theater. Now houses senior center and museum.

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Historical Landmarks Gordon-Schaust Site, Crosslake - Two separate, but nearly parallel groups of linear mounds, undated but well preserved.

Grand View Lodge, Nisswa - Lake resort’s main lodge was constructed in the mid-1920s with elaborate rustic log architecture. One of the region’s oldest lodge buildings.

Hemstead House, Brainerd - Home built in early 1900s features a unique neo-classical architecture and is associated with prominent Brainerd politician and commerce leader Werner Hemstead.

Ironton City Hall - Multipurpose municipal hall built in 1917 is the center of Ironton’s governmental and civic life with the city offices, fire department, library, jail and auditorium.

Ironton Sintering Plant Complex, Crosby The 1924 sintering facility with eight contributing properties - the second major beneficiation (treatment of iron ore) plant built in the United States.

Kenney Lake Overlook, Garrison - 1939 wayside structure is significant as a key component of a major highway improvement.

Represents the work of the CCC Veterans Division.

Historic Lookout Fire Tower, Pequot Lakes - Well-preserved fire tower was built in 1935, reflecting the New deal’s attention on forestry and management in a key tourist region.

Red River Tail, Crow Wing State Park Well-preserved fragment of the Woods Trail route of the Red River Trails in use from 1844 to 1871. Runs from a Mississippi River crossing through the former town of Old Crow Wing.

St. Alban’s Bay Culvert at Mille Lacs Lake, Garrison - Rare example of a bridge built by the state highway department’s recreational development division, finished in 1939 as part of the New Deal project.

signed architecture during the boom years of the Cuyuna Range.

St. Columbia Mission Site, Nisswa - Site of an Episcopal mission to the Ojibwe in use from 1852 to 1862 is a well-dated archaeological assemblage to illuminate the lives of Minnesota’s early missionaries and their converts.

Upper Hay Lake Archeological District, Jenkins - About 75 linear mounds, including one of the state’s longest at 725 feet, plus the sites of a village and a portage that indicates an area of substantial activity during the Blackduck phase of the Late Woodland period.

Sebre Lake Site, Fort Ripley - One of the richest archaeological sites in the Nokasippi River Valley, yielding habitation and burial features accumulated over the years.

Soo Line Depot, Crosby - The 1910 railway station was an essential conduit for the arrival of goods and people and the export of iron ore during the county’s major economic boom.

Spina Hotel, Ironton - The 1913 hotel with multiple commercial spaces and grand de-

Milford Mine Historical District, Wolford - Remains of the Milford Mine, active from 19121932 and site of Minnesota’s worst mining disaster where 41 miners were killed in 1924.

Now a memorial county park.

Parker Building, Brainerd - Built in 1909, the structure features early 20th century commercial block and was host to numerous local businesses, including one of Brainerd’s first two banks.

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Historic News Events Major area stories

There have been a steady stream of news stories over the decades around the county. Here’s a look at some of the biggest stories over the years: Railroad strike in 1922 A nationwide railroad strike in 1922 set Brainerd in a turmoil as the city depended on the industry as it was estimated that 90 percent of the families were dependent on the railroad in the 1920s. The Brainerd Dispatch reported that 1,250 shopmen laid down their tools and walked off the job on July 1, 1922.

The eight-month union strike brought bitterness to the area for many years as replacement workers were brought in to keep the railroad shops open. Street fights broke out almost nightly between strikers and replacement workers.

Loss of Brainerd soldiers at Bataan One of the greatest tragedies in area history came in 1942 with the loss of 43 Brainerd men who were members of the 194th Armor battalion sent to fight in the war against Japan. The National Guardsmen left Brainerd and arrived on the island of Luzon in September of 1941, and

several months later were in the middle of war.

Surrender came on April 9, 1942, on the Bataan Peninsula. The soldiers were placed in groups and the infamous Bataan Death March covering 79 to 100 miles began. Most of the prisoners who didn’t keep up on the walk to prison camps were killed.

Constructing a new bridge in quick fashion was critical since Brainerd’s economy had become dependent on railroad jobs over the decades.

Bank holdup in 1933 The First National Bank in downtown Brainerd was robbed of $32,000 by George “Baby Face” Nelson and four other gangsters on the morning of Oct. 23, 1933.

As the gang left the bank, they opened fire in downtown Brainerd. More than 50 shots were fired, and the bullet marks are still visible on some buildings. The gangsters got away from pursuing officers by throwing roofing tacks on the road, which popped the tires of the police cars in pursuit. Nelson had been staying at a small resort north of Brainerd.

Millford Mine Disaster of 1924 On Feb. 5, 1924, water from Foley Lake flooded the Milford Mine in Crosby, killing 41 miners in Minnesota's worst mining disaster. Only seven miners climbed to safety, as in less than 20 minutes, the mineshaft flooded to within 15 to 20 feet of the surface.

Recovery efforts were both delicate and dangerous, as the mine was filled with mud and debris and workers worried about potential caveins It took months to recover the men's bodies.

The body of the last victim was recovered nine months after the disaster. The mine resumed operations soon after that. In 1932 with the decline of the need for steel during the Great Depression, the mine closed.

Collapse of railroad bridge in 1875 In July of 1875, the bridge over the Mississippi River in Brainerd collapsed under the weight of a 22-car train carrying steel rails and merchandise killing the engineer, fireman and one or two caboose passengers. Barrels of flour, port and other merchandise floated down the river.

Washington High School fire One of the more memorable structure fires in Crow Wing County history occurred when Washington High School in Brainerd was destroyed during Easter vacation in March of 1928. Nearly all the school records were destroyed by the fire except for those saved by

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•Year county established: 1857 •County named after the Crow Wing River •Population in 2017: 64,424 •Population in 2010: 62,500 •County seat: Brainerd •County square miles: 1,157 •Current courthouse built in 1920 (Brainerd) •Senate District: 10 Congressional District: 8 •House District: 10A, 10B •University: Central Lakes College (Brainerd) •Daily newspaper: Brainerd Dispatch •State forests: Crow Wing •State Forest, Emily State Forest •Recognizable lakes: 417 •Largest county lake: Gull Lake (9,419 acres)

Principal Mary Tornstrom and Superintendent W.C. Cobb.

Until a new high school could be built at the site, classes were held at sites throughout the city - at the Methodist church, city hall, the old Crow Wing County courthouse and at the old jail next to the courthouse.

The new high school, which cost $400,000 to build, was completed in 1929 and the school was dedicated during a ceremony in Tornstrom Auditorium on Jan. 28, 1930.

In 1938, the Brainerd junior college began offering classes at Washington High School.

The superintendent's office also was there. In 1942 bus service was offered to Washington High School students who lived in rural Brainerd. In 1960 the student population continued to grow so another addition was constructed to the high school building. The Brainerd junior college moved into its own building in 1964 and the superintendent's office was moved to the basement of Lincoln Elementary School but Washington again was becoming overcrowded.

On March 1, 1966, Brainerd School District voters approved a $3.5 million bond issue to build a new senior high school. Construction of the current Brainerd High School building began in 1967 and the first classes were held

there in September 1968. Washington officially became a middle school in 1983.

Fluoridation battle Brainerd’s 30-year fight to keep fluoride from its water supply, or at least decide for itself if the chemical should be placed in the town’s water, ended on Feb. 7, 1980, when, with a flick of a switch, fluoride was injected into the water system as ordered by the state Department of Health. Brainerd gained statewide fame for its lengthy battle against fluoride as reporters and television cameras came to Brainerd to cover the fluoride battle.

Highway 371 Bypass In 2005, the remaining segment of the project that converted Highway 371 to a fourlane expressway from Little Falls to Baxter was completed. This project included a five-mile bypass of Brainerd, which opened in the year 2000. The old route through Brainerd was switched to Highway 371 Business. Before the opening of the Brainerd bypass, Old Highway 371 went through downtown Brainerd and then proceeded west on a two-mile concurrency with Highway 210 before resuming north at its current intersection in Baxter. The bypass made for more efficient travel, especially for tourists visiting the lakes area.

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County Trails WALKING & BIKING: • Paul Bunyan Trail (Brainerd to Bemidji) • Crow Wing State Park (south of Brainerd) • Buffalo Hills Park (Brainerd) • Lions Park (Brainerd) • Kiwanis Park (Brainerd) • Lum Park (Brainerd) • O’Brien Park (Brainerd) • Gregory Park (Brainerd) • Parks & Trails (Baxter) • Oscar Kristofferson Park (Baxter) • Fritz Loven Park (Lake Shore) • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area (Crosby) • Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Trails (Crosby) • Hay Creek Trail (Ironton) • Rock Creek Trail (Fifty Lakes) • Scrub Oak Trail (Crosslake) • Nature Trail (Crosslake)

• Crow Wing State Park 218 825-3075 • French Rapids Trail near Mississippi River in Brainerd, 5.9 miles • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area 218 546-5926 • Larson Lake Trail (Deerwood), 7.2 miles • Wolf Lake Trail (Fifty Lakes), 5.6 miles MOTORIZED/MULTI USE TRAILS: Note: these trails are maintained by local recreation clubs and are open for recreational use by off-highway vehicles, hikers, hunters, horseback riders and bikers.

• Emily to Outing Trail (30 miles) • Fort Ripley Trail (14 miles) • Miller Black Bear Trail (20 miles) • Pine Center Trail (20 miles) •Mississippi River Northwoods Trail (11 miles) • Southern Loop Trail (79 miles)

SNOWMOBILE TRAILS: Crow Wing County offers more than 700 miles of groomed snowmobile trails maintained by area clubs. See the Minnesota DNR or Crow Wing County websites or call one of the area snowmobile clubs for maps or more information.

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HUNTER/HIKER TRAILS: • Al-Pine Trail (Brainerd) 3.4 miles • Mississippi Shores Trail (Brainerd) 1.4 miles • Poor Farm Trail (Oak Lawn Township) 1.9 miles • Blueberry Bog Trail (Crosslake) 5.2 miles • Portage Lake Trail (Riverton) 0.4 miles • Rice Lake Trail (Ironton) 1.7 miles • Hay Creek Trail (Ironton) 1.8 miles • Rock Creek Trail (Crosslake) 1.3 miles • Pine Ridge Trail (Crosslake) 2.7 miles • Scrub Oak Trail (Crosslake) 5.9 miles • White Pine Trail (Crosslake) 2.7 miles • Thompson Creek Trail (Manhattan Beach) 1.2 miles

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