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Minnesota

Crash kills motorcycle racer at Brainerd International Speedway

All on-track activity was canceled for the remainder of Friday at BIR out of respect for Briody, MotoAmerica reported.

Pro

Kyle Larson overcomes electrical issue to take NASCAR Wise Power 400

The defending NASCAR Cup champion, whose winning No. 5 car had an electrical issue in the dash panel that needed to be addressed, had to start at the rear of the field. It didn't matter, as he got his 17th win by leading 27 of the final 34 laps of the 200-lap event.

February 27, 2022 07:24 PM

Northland Outdoors

Snowmobile season is here, but most trails not groomed yet

Riders can expect to find uneven conditions and should check local trail reports before venturing out.

December 19, 2021 11:35 PM

Sports

Spectators welcome as Ojibwe Forests Rally rolls into Detroit Mountain this weekend

Held every summer since 1986, the Ojibwe Forests Rally will be making its return to the lakes area this weekend, with the kickoff party set for 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 26 at Disgruntled Brewing in Perham. The competitive road race will consist of 15 stages, with the final two taking place at Detroit Mountain Recreation Area on Saturday, Aug. 28.

August 25, 2021 03:04 PM

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Sports

Race gets canceled but Detroit Lakes couple among the few to complete 3,000 mile Baja XL Rally

Through harsh conditions and an encounter with Mexican police, a Detroit Lakes couple is among the few to finish a 10-day off-road race across the Baja California Peninsula.

March 04, 2021 06:40 AM

By Nick Broadway

Northland Outdoors

Weather, trails, economy all part of Minnesota snowmobiling culture, success

In a discussion with two figures in the northern Minnesota snowmobile community, the winter motorsport prompts thoughts about local business, trail permits and unpredictable weather.

December 06, 2020 08:00 AM

By Robin Fish