Daltyn Lofstrom

Bemidji

Multimedia Reporter at Bemidji Pioneer

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Beltrami County graduation rate declines amidst historic statewide increase

3 days ago | bemidjipioneer.com | Daltyn Lofstrom

BEMIDJI — The class of 2024 has earned bragging rights for having the highest graduation rate in recorded Minnesota history. Based on results released by the Minnesota Department of Education on May 7, a total of 59,720 students — 84.2% of the 2024 graduating class overall — earned their diplomas across the state and marked a nearly 1% increase from the 2023 class rate of 83.3%.
Bemidji State, Northwest Tech students leave a legacy upon graduation

6 days ago | bemidjipioneer.com | Daltyn Lofstrom

BEMIDJI — In the words of 2025 Distinguished Minnesotan Robert Anderson, one doesn’t need a perfect plan to lead a meaningful life. What they need is purpose. Such a message expanded beyond the walls of the Sanford Center on Friday as the Class of 2025 was celebrated from Bemidji State University and Northwest Technical College.
Brandi Ochoa to follow in father's footsteps, graduate from Bemidji State

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Daltyn Lofstrom

May 7—BEMIDJI — On Sept. 9, 1979, Brandi Schiefert appeared on the front page of the Bemidji Pioneer newspaper. At 18 months old, she waited patiently for her dad, Marlin, to come out of class atBemidji State University. Fast forward nearly 50 years and she would soon become a BSU alum herself. Majoring in elementary education with a minor in child psychology, now-Brandi Ochoa looks back fondly at the past four years as graduation quickly approaches.
Brandi Ochoa to follow in father's footsteps, graduate from Bemidji State

1 week ago | bemidjipioneer.com | Daltyn Lofstrom

BEMIDJI — On Sept. 9, 1979, Brandi Schiefert appeared on the front page of the Bemidji Pioneer newspaper. At 18 months old, she waited patiently for her dad, Marlin, to come out of class at Bemidji State University. Fast forward nearly 50 years and she would soon become a BSU alum herself. Majoring in elementary education with a minor in child psychology, now-Brandi Ochoa looks back fondly at the past four years as graduation quickly approaches.
Bemidji State stakeholders express frustration over budget, shared governance

1 week ago | bemidjipioneer.com | Daltyn Lofstrom

BEMIDJI — The financial picture of Bemidji State University has garnered some negative attention in the past couple of years. Among revenue loss fueled by decreased overall enrollment since 2017, efforts to balance its budget and address an ongoing budget deficit have been continual.
OPINION: OPINION: What a weekend trip taught me about leaps of faith

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Daltyn Lofstrom

May 3—One short week ago, I made a semi-impromptu weekend trip to Sioux Falls, S.D., and came across a massive stainless-steel sculpture spanning the length of a football field. Aptly labeled the Arc of Dreams, the sculpture is considered a signature art piece for the city, but I would argue that its relevance extends beyond city limits. To anybody simply passing through Sioux Falls' downtown, they might just pass it off as a frivolous structure that looks cool.
Bemidji Boxing Club to offer Rock Steady Boxing classes

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Daltyn Lofstrom

May 3—BEMIDJI — In an effort to fight back against Parkinson's disease, the Bemidji Boxing Club will begin offering a class that has an international presence. Coined "Rock Steady Boxing," the class employs a non-contact, boxing-based curriculum designed specifically for those with Parkinson's disease and other conditions. Those in the Bemidji area wanting to learn more about the class had the opportunity to do so during an open house on Monday.
Pioneer Perspectives: What a weekend trip taught me about leaps of faith

1 week ago | bemidjipioneer.com | Daltyn Lofstrom

One short week ago, I made a semi-impromptu weekend trip to Sioux Falls, S.D., and came across a massive stainless-steel sculpture spanning the length of a football field. Aptly labeled the Arc of Dreams, the sculpture is considered a signature art piece for the city, but I would argue that its relevance extends beyond city limits. To anybody simply passing through Sioux Falls’ downtown, they might just pass it off as a frivolous structure that looks cool.
Bemidji Boxing Club to offer Rock Steady Boxing classes

1 week ago | bemidjipioneer.com | Daltyn Lofstrom

BEMIDJI — In an effort to fight back against Parkinson’s disease, the Bemidji Boxing Club will begin offering a class that has an international presence. Coined “Rock Steady Boxing,” the class employs a non-contact, boxing-based curriculum designed specifically for those with Parkinson’s disease and other conditions. Those in the Bemidji area wanting to learn more about the class had the opportunity to do so during an open house on Monday.
Bemidji school board makes over $1.5 million in reductions for 2026 fiscal year

2 weeks ago | bemidjipioneer.com | Daltyn Lofstrom

BEMIDJI — Following an April 22 work session, the Bemidji Area Schools Board of Education took official action on Monday on more than $1.5 million in budget cuts as it approaches the end of the 2025 fiscal year.