Defensive Driving course scheduled for July 15

A Defensive Driving course will be offered from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 15, through Zoom.

By Pioneer Staff Report

July 08, 2025 at 9:00 AM

BEMIDJI 鈥� A Defensive Driving course will be offered from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15, through Zoom.

The four-hour course is for drivers age 55 and older who need to complete a beginner or refresher course to receive a discount on their insurance. Retired Minnesota State Patrol Trooper Mike Flatley will serve as instructor.

The cost of the course is $15. To pre-register, call (218) 750-3189 or email mnflats@hotmail.com.

For more information on Flatley's upcoming courses, visit

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Defensive Driving course scheduled for July 15

A Defensive Driving course will be offered from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15, through Zoom.