Jeff Bisson and Bob Hannas, who formed Q-ing for Communities to conduct events to honor local veterans, present a check for $3,500 to Paul Pederson, president of Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans. Also pictured is Bisson's daughter, Maddison. The funds were raised at the first rib cookoff to benefit veterans held in July in Crosslake. Also, $500 was given to the PAL Foundation in Crosslake. Event organizers appreciated the Crosslake community's support for the event. Submitted Photo
Funding for veterans
Jeff Bisson and Bob Hannas, who formed Q-ing for Communities to conduct events to honor local veterans, present a check for $3,500 to Paul Pederson, president of Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans. Also pictured is Bisson's daughter, Maddison.

25 Pine River-Backus students are participating in this year's program
Inmates in-custody in the Aitkin County jail in Aitkin, Minnesota
Inmates in-custody in the Beltrami County jail in Bemidji, Minnesota
Inmates in-custody in the Morrison County jail in Little Falls, Minnesota