30-04-2025
From the Archives: April 30 in the Pioneer
Apr. 30—April 30, 2015 — Nepalese students at Bemidji State are holding a fundraiser for their home country after it was hit by a 7.8 magnitude earthquake that killed more than 5,200 people. Funds raised during the event will support either Oxfam America or the World Food Program USA, which are directly involved with the relief effort.
April 30, 2000 — Nearly 1,000 people walked in Red Lake this week to raise awareness of child abuse. Attendees walked from Red Lake Elementary School to the Red Lake Community Center. Organized by Willa Beaulieu of Red Lake Health Comprehensive Service, the event also featured a program and community feast.
April 30, 1975 — The Bemidji Police Department and Beltrami County Sheriff's Office are set to begin operations out of the nearly-completed joint Law Enforcement Center. The police department has been readying for the switch from their home of 78 years in city hall, which had become increasingly cramped.
April 30, 1925 — Seventy-five boys and girls, the largest class in the history of Bemidji High School, are set to graduate in May. Six of the graduates are finishing their school work with a total average above 90%. Commencement activities will begin next week with the presentation of the senior class play.
