Bemidji State Gym Gets Major Upgrade

Bemidji State University is pulling off a major gym renovation thanks to alumni generosity and crowdfunding, pouring $2.5 million into new bleachers, a dedicated fan zone, accessibility upgrades, and a brand-new court named Buckingham-Baalke Court. Spearheaded by Trent and Beth Baalke, who donated $1 million, this is the biggest upgrade since the gym opened in 1960. Construction kicks off in March 2027, wrapping up by October — promising a fresh, modern space that’ll elevate both athletes and fans for years to come. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ab3baa8400060b3a