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Bria Barton

Bria Barton covers travel and tourism for Forum News Service and is based at the Bemidji Pioneer. A South Carolina native and USC grad, she can be found exploring Minnesota’s abundance of towns, food and culture. Follow her on Instagram @briabarton.

Contact Bria at (218) 333-9798 or bbarton@bemidjipioneer.com.

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Northland Outdoors
NW Minnesota deer farmer fights Board of Animal Health after illegal dumping of CWD-infected deer carcasses
The owner of the Hines deer farm, whose herd was infected with chronic wasting disease in early 2021, has been identified as Dean T. Page.
February 09, 2022 12:48 PM
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By  Bria Barton
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Northland Outdoors
Illegal dumping of CWD-infected deer carcasses a problem in north-central Minnesota county
Last week, officials from the Minnesota DNR’s wildlife health and big game programs, along with partner representatives from the Minnesota Board of Animal Health and the University of Minnesota’s Center for Prion Research and Outreach, gathered to lead two public information sessions about Beltrami County’s current CWD status.
October 03, 2021 06:30 AM
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By  Bria Barton
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Community
Man's collection of 900 toy tractors on display at Lake Itasca Region Pioneer Farmers
For nearly four decades, Lloyd Holy has amassed one of the largest toy tractor collections in the Midwest, curating the collectibles -- many of which are antiques — at his home in Bemidji. He recently donated the lot of toys to the Lake Itasca Region Pioneer Farmers for public viewing just in time for the organization’s 45th annual event set for Aug. 20-22.
August 18, 2021 05:00 PM
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By  Bria Barton
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Weather
3 tornadoes formed in Beltrami County, National Weather Service confirms
According to the National Weather Service report, a supercell thunderstorm formed in northwest Beltrami County around 4:30 p.m. July 26 and intensified as it tracked southeastward across Lower Red Lake and Red Lake Nation. It then split into two storm cells as it neared the southern edge of the lake and formed one or more tornadoes over the lake, which then tracked onshore.
July 29, 2021 04:30 PM
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By  Bria Barton
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Business
Ice cream shops across state join 'The Minnesota Scoop' sweepstakes
Explore Minnesota has kicked off its Minnesota Scoop initiative, a “deliciously rewarding ice cream adventure,” which gives ice cream eaters the chance to win a variety of prizes this summer.
June 01, 2021 12:24 PM
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By  Forum News Service
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Northland Outdoors
Tips to keep your dog healthy and safe outdoors this summer
With fun in the sun comes potential dangers for our furry friends. From increased exposure to ticks and fleas to sunburn and even heatstroke, all sorts of issues can arise for our dogs in the summertime. But you can avoid a potentially bad situation for your dog by staying vigilant and keeping these tips from the AKC and ASPCA in mind this summer.
May 29, 2021 04:00 PM
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By  Bria Barton
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Northland Outdoors
Tips and tricks for viewing the northern lights in the Northland
There’s nothing quite so magical as seeing the northern lights. A curtain of multicolored hues fluttering across the sky, it’s a special, breathtaking sight to behold. Surprisingly, they can be seen from the Lower 48, and Minnesota’s northern location, vast skies and abundance of lakes make it a perfect location to see the spectacular.
April 07, 2021 07:00 AM
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By  Bria Barton
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Arts and Entertainment
Moondance music festivals to go on this summer in Minnesota
After being canceled last year due to the pandemic, the Moondance festivals are now ready to make a comeback this summer in Walker, organizers announced Friday, March 26. The 15th annual Moondance Jammin Country Fest is scheduled for June 17-19, and the 30th anniversary of Moondance Jam will be held July 22-24.
March 30, 2021 10:29 AM
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By  Bria Barton
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Northland Outdoors
U.S.-Canadian border walleye tournament to be held virtually April 10-11
Because of the United States/Canada border’s continued closure, the Emo Walleye Classic Tournament will be held virtually this year -- with Canadians fishing only the Canadian side of the Rainy River and Americans fishing only the American side. The event, which in a typical year is held in Emo, Ontario, Canada, is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 10-11.
March 30, 2021 09:06 AM
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By  Bria Barton
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Northland Outdoors
Top 100 U.S. fishing spots list includes 9 Minnesota locations
Swedish fishing equipment company ABU Garcia recently published a list of the top 100 fishing spots in the U.S., and nine Minnesota locations were featured — with many located in the northern half of the state.
March 26, 2021 06:00 AM
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By  Bria Barton
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