Thomas Johnson, chief executive officer and chairman of the board at American National Bank of Minnesota said there is a glimmer of hope in the recession.

Growing up poor in Flint, Mich., Don Williamson's lifetime goal was to work hard seven days a week to live as an average person.

The Colonel's Brainerd International Raceway, which ended the century celebrating its 31st anniversary, has attracted a who's who of racing.

The Central Lakes College Foundation has added Arnold S. Johnson to its board of directors. The foundation also has announced a $2,000 donation from the Staples Lions Club.

American National Bank of Minnesota closed its South Sixth Street branch in Brainerd on April 1.