Brainerd Dispatch

The Brainerd Dispatch is a morning newspaper that comes out daily in Brainerd, Minnesota. It was established on December 22, 1881. Forum Communications owns the publication, which is currently managed by Tim Bogenschutz.

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Eugene Franzwa

1 day ago | brainerddispatch.com | Terry McCollough |Nancy Vogt

Eugene “Curley” Franzwa, age 91, of Brainerd, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2025, at St. Cloud Hospital, surrounded by family. Curley was born November 22, 1933, in St. Paul, Minnesota. From the age of five, he spent every summer working on his Uncle Johnny's farm. That time helped shape his strong work ethic and a willingness to lend a helping hand to those in need. After High school he was drafted into the Army and served in the Korean war.
This Was Brainerd - June 26

1 day ago | brainerddispatch.com | Terry McCollough

JUNE 2620 years ago (2005) In the 20-lap Wissota Modified feature race at North Central Speedway, former Brainerd resident Dave Mass started in fifth but moved to second by the 11th lap. He couldn’t reel in leader Brad Miller, but a caution on the 18th gave him a shot. He slipped through to win, the first to win three features this season at NCS, and all in a row. 30 years ago (1995)(Photo) Carla Stall, Baxter’s new recreation director, gives batting pointers to Kayla Peterson.
Wiljo Tuomi, II

2 days ago | brainerddispatch.com | Terry McCollough |Nancy Vogt

Wiljo "Willie" Tuomi II, age 72, of Brainerd, passed away on June 3, 2025, leaving behind a trail of laughter, grease-stained blue jeans, fish tales, and the deep love of everyone lucky enough to know him. Born December 11, 1952, Willie was the oldest son of Wiljo and Phyllis Tuomi. He graduated from Brainerd High School in 1970. After high school, he went straight to work with his dad at Tuomi Construction, where he eventually took over the family business.
This Was Brainerd - June 25

2 days ago | brainerddispatch.com | Terry McCollough

JUNE 2520 years ago (2005) (Photo) They made it. A 14-pounds-lighter Gary Walters (at right), with children Reggie, Cassie and Jackson, walked 437 miles across Minnesota in 22 days. The feat showcased Kinship Partners, and the family raised more than $15,000 and signed up 11 mentors for the program.
Darline Molde

3 days ago | brainerddispatch.com | Terry McCollough

Nov. 10, 1939 - Jun. 21, 2025 CUSHING, Minn. - Darline Molde, 85, Cushing, Minn. died Saturday, Jun. 21. Funeral services will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church in Cushing on June 30, 2025. Visitation begins at 10am with the service starting at 11am. Arrangements by Brenny Family Funeral Chapel, Randall.
This Was Brainerd - June 24

3 days ago | brainerddispatch.com | Terry McCollough

JUNE 2420 years ago (2005) A 10-year-old Royalton boy was critically injured when he was mauled by a tiger and then a lion at an auto business south of Little Falls. The boy and his father visited there to see the 11 large cats kept in cages. The owner opened a cage door slightly and the tiger pushed past, grabbing the boy, before the two men rescued him.
Shirley Kuhn

4 days ago | brainerddispatch.com | Terry McCollough

Shirley Kuhn, age 88, of Brainerd, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025 , surrounded by the love of her family. A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 30, 2025 at 11 AM at Halvorson Taylor Funeral Home in Brainerd, MN. A visitation will take place one hour prior to services. Interment will follow at a later date at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls, MN. Shirley was born on January 23, 1937, in Brainerd, MN, to William and Emma (Hoff) Rogers.
Renee Lewis-Whitney

4 days ago | brainerddispatch.com | Terry McCollough

On June 11, Renee Lewis-Whitney, (90) passed away after a protracted bout with cancer. She is survived by her Husband of 70 years, James; Daughters, Denise Hardin (Chris), Michelle Van Dykhuizen (Gilbert) and Son Craig. Grandsons; James and Kevin Hardin (Maddy) – Tyler and Jared Van Dykhuizen; Great Grand Daughter; Sadie Elizabeth Hardin. Sisters; Bonnie Koury, Cheri Warden and Brothers; Paul and Bob Lewis; Sister-in-law; Audrey Lewis. Renee graduated from Washington High School—Class of '54.
Lois Jensen

4 days ago | brainerddispatch.com | Terry McCollough

Lois L. Jensen, 91, entered into God’s Kingdom on Saturday June 21, 2025, in Brainerd. She was born on December 2, 1933, in Brainerd, MN to Earl and Dolores (Hall) Bedal. She graduated from Brainerd High School in 1951. She married Donald Jensen on October 11, 1952, in Brainerd. She was a resident of Brainerd all of her life. Lois led the Brainerd Ladies Drum and Bugle Corps for many years. She worked at the First National Bank of Brainerd. Lois sang in the Church choir for many years.
This Was Brainerd - June 23

4 days ago | brainerddispatch.com | Terry McCollough

JUNE 2320 years ago (2005) Friends and co-workers yesterday mourned the death of William Crumley, a former Univ. of Minn. and current Madden’s employee. Crumley was director of marketing and communications at Madden’s. He was found yesterday in Gull Lake, not far from where his boat was drifting near Mission Point in Wilson Bay.