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There's a lot happening in Brainerd lakes area communities, and we know it can be hard to keep up. Catch up on this week’s local news on the go with the “DispatchCast,” the Brainerd Dispatch’s newsroom podcast.

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This week

• Top headlines in news and local sports — 1:05

• Brainerd’s push to decrease light pollution — 5:30. READ MORE: Brainerd officials want less light pollution, pass measures restricting outdoor lighting
  

• Vandalism at Milford Mine Memorial Park — 13:15 READ MORE: Vandalism mars park honoring lost miners
  

• Two upcoming productions: The Center’s variety show and Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge’s original play — 17:46 READ MORE: The Center hosts first ever variety show
  AND Men in recovery program present play of hope, redemption and restoration