Following the tour, Smith participated in a roundtable discussion, where the senator sought to learn more about the challenges of the region and community efforts to address the child care shortage.
Brainerd Family YMCA’s “Back to the Future” family-friendly event at Camp Vanasek on Saturday, Oct. 2, featured snacks, live music, children’s games and more. The nonprofit celebrated at the event its 135 years in the area and announced a capital campaign for future projects.