Last week, I listened to a loud, obnoxious woman interrupt the president of the United States numerous times during a speech on national security. She is the leader of the group Code Pink.

SARTELL - The Brainerd Warrior boys team captured the Section 8-2A championship Friday by accumulating 89 points. It was Brainerd's first boys section title since 2009. The Warriors edged runner-up Sartell by 3.67 points.

■ ARC UNITED OF PEQUOT LAKES - Deborah Simmons, 218-251-0957, Debsimmons@charter.net. Thrift Store Volunteers - We are looking for volunteers to work in our thrift store in Pequot Lakes.

About 40 homeless veterans living on the streets and in shelters in Minnesota will soon find a permanent place to call home. U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Shaun Donovan and U.S.

■ Brainerd Elks Lodge breakfast Brainerd Elks Lodge No. 615 will serve breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon Sunday at 215 South Ninth St., Brainerd. Order from the menu. All proceeds go to support Elks programs.

Hey there, Tech Savvy fans! Well, this week I wanted to give you a little update on how my fitness tracking is working, and also give you a little review on a new addition to the mix - the Link Armband by BodyMedia.

Though there are many signs that the U.S. economy is on the upswing, the effects of the recession linger on. Many homeowners continue to struggle to stay current on their mortgage payments.

CAREER ■ Hines moves to Salon Nouveau Holly Hines, independent stylist, recently moved to Salon Nouveau in Baxter. Hines has 15 years experience in the industry. She trained at Regency Beauty Academy in Fridley.

■ Crow Wing County Committee of the Whole The following list includes Crow Wing County meetings that may be attended by one or more members of the Crow Wing County Board: Monday, Memorial Day: County offices closed. 9 a.m.

Mitch Reagan of Cuyuna submitted this photo he took on Tuesday, May 28. Mitch writes, "This eagle was in my front yard on Agate Lake Tuesday. What makes it a little unique is the coloring. I think it is a bald eagle molting but not positive. The photo also captures the rain droplets on the grass ...