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As seen in: Brainerd Dispatch, Flipboard, Pioneer Press, The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead, Duluth News Tribune, Post-Bulletin, West Central Tribune, Grand Forks Herald, Dickinson Press, KNBN-TV (Rapid City, SD), Bemidji Pioneer and
Covers:  Public safety and city council
Journalist, BBQ lover and beer drinker. Public Safety for @brd_dispatch
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ARTICLE - The only currency that matters: A story of modern-day hobos

ARTICLE - The only currency that matters: A story of modern-day hobos

West Central Tribune — WILLMAR - Make no doubt about it, riding the rails is as illegal and dangerous now as it was back at the turn of the 20th century, but when life gives you few choices, you do what you can to survive.
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ARTICLE - After injury, former police officer finds new life as hypnotist Freddie Justice

ARTICLE - After injury, former police officer finds new life as hypnotist Freddie Justice

The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead — Dustin Reichert has gone by the stage name of Freddie Justice for about 12 years, saying that in the entertainment business you need something a bit more "outgoing and zany" that would be marketable. Prior to working as an entertainer, Reichert worked as a law enforcement officer in Minnesota for 10 years before being injured in the line of duty.
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ARTICLE/PHOTOS - Outside of the ordinary, Kandiyohi County Fair gets ready for opening day

ARTICLE/PHOTOS - Outside of the ordinary, Kandiyohi County Fair gets ready for opening day

West Central Tribune — When bringing in their animals to the Kandiyohi County Fair, one of the first stops is to talk with the animal supervisors. For Lyle Ruter, the 4-H sheep supervisor, the County Fair runs in his blood. "Mom was at the (Kandiyohi County) Fair when her water broke," Ruter said.
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VIDEO - Nine Days

VIDEO - Nine Days

youtube.com — Tragedy struck the Twin Cities on April 11th, when Kim Potter - a former police officer in a Minneapolis suburb - shot and killed Daunte Wright...
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ARTICLE - Minnesota governor visits site of Clinton grain elevator fire

ARTICLE - Minnesota governor visits site of Clinton grain elevator fire

West Central Tribune — CLINTON, Minn. - After a fire July 25 in Clinton, Minnesota, destroyed the town's only grain elevator and main economic source, Gov. Tim Walz, State Rep. Jeff Backer and Minnesota Department of Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen visited the community Tuesday, Aug. 3, to inspect the damage left in its wake.
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ARTICLE - A fishermans's tale

ARTICLE - A fishermans's tale

Star Publications - Star Post — Walking a few hundred yards down from his rural Avon home Jan. 13, Mark Kociemba swings the door open on his homemade dark house and pulls wood out from under the bench to start a fire.
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ARTICLE - Community rallies around 'sanctuary' church during Brooklyn Center protests

ARTICLE - Community rallies around 'sanctuary' church during Brooklyn Center protests

theuptake.org — By Tim Speier, Freelance Journalist While community members mourned the loss of Daunte Wright last month, a nightcap of teargas and flashbangs shook the neighborhood around the Brooklyn Center Police Department, compelling Pastor Dan Haukos at Lutheran Church of the Master to keep the church doors open to all.
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ARTICLE - 'Taste of Downtown' brings the community together in Willmar Fests' BLock Party 2021

ARTICLE - 'Taste of Downtown' brings the community together in Willmar Fests' BLock Party 2021

West Central Tribune — As the pandemic finally loosened its grip on Willmar and the rest of Minnesota, the Willmar Fests Board sought to highlight those businesses that make Willmar great - its small businesses. That's when Willmar Fests Board member Sarah Swedburg remembered hearing about an event that Willmar had put on previously, the "Taste of Downtown."
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SOCIALS - This tweet (14k RTs) is misleading.

SOCIALS - This tweet (14k RTs) is misleading.

twitter.com — This tweet (14k RTs) is misleading. The caption says the church was targeted, but that's not what's happening in the photo. This isn't the church that most people are thinking when they talk about the church that was clearly targeted multiple times (Thread)
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ARTICLE - Kandiyohi County Rescue Squad members, New London and Spicer firefighters train in life...

ARTICLE - Kandiyohi County Rescue Squad members, New London and Spicer firefighters train in life...

West Central Tribune — The extrication training was hosted May 18 by Jason Butler, owner of City Line Towing, at his shop in New London, and brought all three departments together to share their knowledge of taking apart vehicles in rescue scenarios while also building camaraderie in a low-stress environment.
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Video - Near North encampment facing eviction

Video - Near North encampment facing eviction

YouTube — After the city evicted a homeless encampment at BF Nelson Park, residents moved to a city-owned plot of land in Near North Minneapolis. Officials pushed them to a lot across the street, saying that they would be fine there for some time. Within two weeks, they were again told they have to leave. Videography by Tim Speier. Produced by JD Duggan
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ARTICLE - With an employees market; Willmar legislator aims to get Minnesotans back to work

ARTICLE - With an employees market; Willmar legislator aims to get Minnesotans back to work

West Central Tribune — In an attempt to bring employees back to the market, State Representative Dave Baker, R-Willmar, introduced House File 2648 to incentivize unemployed workers to rejoin the workforce.
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PHOTO - Splashing into summer at Rice Park in Willmar | West Central Tribune

PHOTO - Splashing into summer at Rice Park in Willmar | West Central Tribune

West Central Tribune — -My photos can be viewed in the gallery-
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ARTICLE - Lovin' that small-town feel

ARTICLE - Lovin' that small-town feel

Star Publications - Star Post — Looking back, Kathy O’Hara never imagined the part-time job she took with the city of Holdingford would lead to over 23 years of service in a town she considers to be her extended family.
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ARTICLE - Not simply a sign

ARTICLE - Not simply a sign

Star Publications - Sauk Rapids Herald — After sitting high in the rafters for years, a sign reading “The Graniteers” wandered into SOS Treasure Chest in Sauk Rapids for a second time. This time though, Meg Sobieck was reminded of Michelle Moore Rademacher, their friendship and a time when polka was king.
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PHOTO - Focal point - SabreStorm

PHOTO - Focal point - SabreStorm

Star Publications - Sauk Rapids Herald — Photo gallery: A look at the SabreStorm Fishing Team and its 2021 kickoff event that took place Feb. 20 on Lake Osakis in Todd County.
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ARTICLE - Leading from the front

ARTICLE - Leading from the front

Star Publications - Sauk Rapids Herald — SAUK RAPIDS – Getting a job in high school is not something many 16-year-olds put much thought into, but for Shawn Fast, that fi first job turned into a life-changing career.
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ARTICLE - Persevering through adversity

ARTICLE - Persevering through adversity

Star Publications - Sauk Rapids Herald — For the students in the Minnesota Honors Society at Sauk Rapids­Rice High School, nothing that 2020 threw their way would stop them from working to make their community
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SOCIALS - "The Crowd, outside of the Minn. Capitol building, cheers as news of what ...

SOCIALS - "The Crowd, outside of the Minn. Capitol building, cheers as news of what ...

twitter.com — The Crowd, outside of the Minn. Capitol building, cheers as news of what is happening in Washington DC is announced.
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SOCIALS - "Some of my better photos from the #savechristmas silent prayer at the Sta...

SOCIALS - "Some of my better photos from the #savechristmas silent prayer at the Sta...

twitter.com — Some of my better photos from the #savechristmas silent prayer at the State Capitol, Dec. 12, 2020.
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PHOTO - Near North encampment dodges eviction; for now

PHOTO - Near North encampment dodges eviction; for now

theuptake.org — -My photos were used for this article-
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Kennedy Elementary School teachers do their homework as they prepare for start of classes in Will...

Kennedy Elementary School teachers do their homework as they prepare for start of classes in Will...

West Central Tribune — WILLMAR - The halls are quiet this week, but they aren't empty. Teachers and staff at Kennedy Elementary School in Willmar are busy preparing their classrooms during "workshop week" as they move closer to welcoming students back in person on Sept. 9. Classes begin Thursday for students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Willmar Public Schools.
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Speier joins Brainerd Dispatch | Brainerd Dispatch

Speier joins Brainerd Dispatch | Brainerd Dispatch

Brainerd Dispatch — Tim Speier recently joined the Brainerd Dispatch as a staff writer. Speier will cover Baxter and Baxter City Council, as well as breaking news, feature stories and other duties for the Brainerd Dispatch. Speier grew up in Livonia, Michigan, around the Detroit area. He graduated from Churchill High School and went on to join the U.S.
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