I like knowing who I am buying from. I like being able to do that in person. I like knowing who to contact if I have a problem. I like supporting a business that supports our community.
Next month, we will launch our final campaign push through a public ask to all businesses and community members in the region. Reach out if you have questions or want to know how to support the YMCA.
North Dakota ranks last in Midwest states for people 35 and younger purchasing homes, coming in 40th place nationwide. Which state came in first? Minnesota.
Only a small percentage of the YMCA鈥檚 revenue comes from local donations. The YMCA is currently meeting with local nonprofits to share details on their fundraising and seek opportunities for partnership and collaboration.
Vance questioned why Harris had not done more to address inflation, immigration and the economy as vice president, while Walz described Trump as an unstable leader who had prioritized billionaires and pushed against a bipartisan border security bill
This week I have been thinking about all the steward-leaders who have quietly worked to build a better Bemidji community 鈥� both those who have come before us and those who are leading today.
The ALICE report reveals a growing number of households just above the poverty line in Bemidji and across Minnesota are facing financial hardships despite being employed.
I鈥檓 confident we have everything we need to effectively address our challenges. The solutions won鈥檛 come from Washington D.C. or from St. Paul. The solutions will come from within our community.
Along with Sanford Health鈥檚 commitment of $10 million, a handful of community-minded businesses, families and individuals have pledged an additional $8 million.
While all of us welcome the change spring brings to our community, no doubt that is not true of all change. Community change can be hard, but it is necessary.
Ultimately, with the expertise of the YMCA, we will design and build a facility that meets as many community needs as possible while remaining financially affordable and sustainable.
For anyone interested in starting their own business, Greater Bemidji is here to navigate you through incorporating, business planning, permitting and financing for free to our region鈥檚 startups.
For the first time in a decade, the United States is experiencing an ag trade deficit after exporting $20 billion less than it imported in 2023. The USDA anticipates a $30 billion deficit in 2024.
