 The Beltrami County Historical Society is highlighting Bemidji's influence during World War I with the grand opening of a new temporary exhibit. The exhibit, named when Beltrami went to war, a World War I Centennial exhibit, recognizes some of Beltrami County's history, including Ralph Gracie, who was the first person from Bemidji to die in combat, and May McGregor. We had a little memoir of hers that was based on her diaries that she kept while she was an Army nurse in France during World War I, and the nurses who served overseas were the first United States nurses ever to serve outside their own country. The exhibit also commemorates the 100th anniversary of the United States' entry into the Great War. Attendees will get a glimpse of what happened in Bemidji through the eyes of hometown people who experienced it. At the History Center, we're kind of interested to find out what we have in our archives about the local involvement in World War I and how it affected Beltrami County. The grand opening will be held tomorrow from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., and the exhibit will be on display until the summer. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.