The Brrrmidji Plunge is set to make a splash on Saturday, Feb. 11, marking 19 years the Bemidji Jaycees’ has held the fundraiser to support local charities.
Kyle Matthew Hennum, 29, of Bemidji, MN died unexpectedly on December 8th, 2022 at home. He passed peacefully in his sleep from a heart condition. It is reported he died from an enlarged heart and everyone who knew Kyle would have to agree that his heart was indeed huge.
Among the usual array of therapy dogs from the Paul Bunyan Dog Training Association along with dogs and cats from Great River Rescue, miniature donkey and therapy animal “Cleo” proved to be stubborn as passersby tried coaxing her with food and pulling her into the Upper Hobson Memorial Union where students and faculty alike mingled with furry friends.