This Was Brainerd - June 3
A look through the Brainerd Dispatch archives with Terry McCollough combing the microfilm for tidbits of history through the decades going back to 1921. Written By: Terry McCollough | ×
JUNE 3
20 years ago (2001)
The NET VI Drug Task Force will be disbanding at the end of the year. The governing board voted to dissolve and fight drugs on a more local level. Mike Pender, Little Falls police chief, said the decision was reached because the drug problem is too great, and the area covered too large, for the three officers of NET VI.
30 years ago (1991)
(Photo) The fog was just lifting for these riders Saturday as they left Manhattan Beach on the Tour of Lakes Bicycle Ride, hosted by the Paul Bunyan Cyclists. Participants had a choice of a 39-, 65- or 100-mile ride. Nearly 800 took part – double last year s inaugural ride.
This Was Brainerd - March 10
A look through the Brainerd Dispatch archives with Terry McCollough combing the microfilm for tidbits of history through the decades going back to 1921. Written By: Terry McCollough | ×
20 years ago (2001)
Jim Madden, a pioneer in the Minnesota resort industry, died at age 85 at his home in East Gull Lake after a long illness. Madden spent more than 60 years in the resort business, his name was synonymous with Madden s on Gull Lake, which he co-founded with brother Jack in the 1930s.
30 years ago (1991)
Former county sheriff Frank Ball confirmed that he will seek the post of Brainerd police chief, now that Ralph Hitchens has retired. Ball is currently serving as administrator of the NET VI Drug Task Force. If Ball does get the chief s position, both he and Sheriff Dick Ross – who competed in a spirited battle for sheriff – say they can work together amicably.