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Grand Rapids Herald Review
Bovey cattery breeds Maine Coons with a focus on health
BOVEY — For Holly Buescher, the love of Maine Coons began with one very special cat, but it has grown into something much bigger than she ever imagined. Today, through TheraCoonzzz of Minnesota, she shares that same love with families across the country, one kitten and one forever home at a time. What began as a dream of owning a Maine Coon has blossomed into a small, family-centered TICA-registered cattery in Bovey, Minnesota, built around the belief that "every kitten deserves the very best beginning, and every family deserves to feel supported long after the excitement of bringing their new companion home." The name TheraCoonzzz was inspired by Buescher's first Maine Coon, Eddie, who became her constant companion while she worked from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. His comforting presence, affectionate personality and unmistakable bond with her inspired the name and eventually the dream of sharing the breed's special qualities with others. "They're more like a dog," Buescher said. "They follow you everywhere. They want to be by you." It didn't take long for her to realize that she wanted other families to experience that same kind of companionship and unconditional love. A dream that grew Buescher fell in love
Grand Rapids Herald Review
Honoring a fishing and conservation legacy
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources dedicated the Tioga Public Water Access in Cohasset in memory of Tom Neustrom, a nationally recognized fishing guide, Hall of Fame angler and longtime conservation advocate who died in July 2026. Pictured at the dedication are DNR Assistant Commissioner Bob Meier, Neustrom’s wife, Renee Neustrom, and DNR Commissioner Sarah Strommen. Neustrom, who made his home in the Grand Rapids area, devoted much of his life to sharing his passion for fishing and helping others experience Minnesota’s outdoors. His contributions extended beyond guiding, including serving on the DNR fishing roundtable and the State Walleye Advisory Committee and Mille Lacs Advisory Committee. He also introduced countless people to fishing through seminars, radio programs and podcasts while advocating for the conservation of Minnesota’s fisheries.
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Beyond the Voice: Dawn Espe
In 2002 when I first moved to Brainerd, MN and was trying to find a station to listen to- fell in LOVE with the variety, the conversations and the connection to rural. My dad - he had a great album collection and I loved to listen and sing along at a very young age.
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Family Discovery Day: 'Together We Learn,' 'Maamawai Giwii-Kikendamin'
CHISHOLM—A partnership between Minnesota Discovery Center and Bois Forte Heritage Center is behind a family-focused event to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, a Family Discovery Day entitled “Together we Learn,” Maamawai Giwii-Kikendamin” is taking place at Minnesota Discovery Center. Admission is free. As part of the event’s community giving component, guests are encouraged to bring a new, unopened toy to donate to children in the Bois Forte community. The first 100 guests who bring a toy donation will receive a free meal ticket. One toy donation equals one meal ticket per person. Lunch will also be available for purchase while supplies last. This is the second year for this family-focused event that includes hands-on activities, cultural experiences, food, music and shared learning, in celebration of Native American Heritage Month. Last year’s inaugural event welcomed 245 members of the public and collected more than 100 new toys for children in the Bois Forte community, according to a press release. “We could not be more excited to host this event again,” said Allyse Freeman, Museum and Research Center Director at the Minnesota Discovery Center. “Celebrating indigenous art, culture, and resiliency while eating delicious
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Customer files discrimination charge over Faribault Burger King blackface
The recorded exchange at a Faribault drive-through is at the center of a charge filed with the Minnesota Department of Human Rights. The employee later said, "I just wanted to be Black," according to the customer's attorneys.