This Was Brainerd - Nov. 12

NOVEMBER 12 20 years ago (2006) The Warrior swim team got some “Wow” performances at the Section 8-2A meet. The medley relay dropped six seconds to go 1:51.45 for new school, pool and meet records. The 200 free relay dropped four seconds to earn a state trip. And Jessica Reese set a new school, pool and meet record of 1:05.83 in the 100 breaststroke. 30 years ago (1996) The city of Brainerd will conduct a recount of the Sunday liquor question that failed in last week’s election by a single vote, 2,380 to 2,379. Bar owner David Pueringer was the petitioner, presenting a petition signed by more than the required 25 voters. Cost of the recount is an estimated $1,000. 40 years ago (1986) Geri Skogen was named Region 4 swim coach of the year as a record seven Warrior girls qualified for the state swim meet. Those qualifying are Amy Schmitz, Ginny Steinbauer, Kari Casey, Kyan Endres, Mary Houle, Toni Walker and Jennifer Knippel.

This excerpt comes from the named source. Read the original for the full reporting.