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Jennifer Parker

Reporter

Jennifer Parker is a contract reporter for the Blackduck American, a branch of the Bemidji Pioneer, covering a range of topics in the Blackduck, Northome and Kelliher regions.

She is a longtime Blackduck-area resident and retired teacher with the Blackduck ΝαΝαΒώ»­ District.

To submit a story idea, email bldknews@blackduckamerican.com.

The Blackduck community was left reeling after late February’s announcement that The Shade Store would close its operations there, resulting in the loss of about 120 jobs.
Northome's Jennifer Warren was recently selected to represent the state of Minnesota VFW on the National Women Veterans Committee. β€œIt was a complete surprise,” she said, β€œbut it’s such an honor.”
The drive-thru will continue its soft opening through January, from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, serving a full menu of coffee and other beverages.
Gene and Gloria Schwantes organized the permanent recognition of veterans’ service on their property just south of Lake Irving with 25 volunteers conducting the flag-raising.
The Madden McKean Foundation is hosting its inaugural Madden McKean Memorial Golf Tournament on Sept. 14. in Blackduck.
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7, the Fellows Family Museum will welcome guests to view all of the displays along with a working blacksmith shop and enjoy the wares of multiple vendors.
On the morning of Aug. 18, a crew from Northwoods Lumber arrived with a truck of items ready to be unloaded so the setup could begin at the clubhouse in Blackduck ΝαΝαΒώ»­.
Area cattle and crop farmers met with U.S. Sen. Tina Smith on Wednesday in Blackduck to discuss the difficult season of rain that severely limited their ability to plant.
This year’s event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, at the Blackduck Wayside Rest. The fun continues at 6 p.m. with the Annual Judy and Shannasey Talent Show at Blackduck High ΝαΝαΒώ»­.
The late Marc Bloomquist of Blackduck is one of four Bemidji State University graduates who will be named distinguished alumni for the 2023-24 academic year by the BSU Alumni and Foundation.