 The president's budget proposal eliminates public media funding. Learn how you can help at lptv.org slash action. Wade Chaito is out as the head coach of the Bemidji Boys hockey team earlier today. Chaito announced by email he is resigning from the team for family reasons. In that email, he said, it is with a heavy heart that I am submitting this letter as notice of my resignation as the Bemidji High School Boys varsity head coach effective immediately. This has been an incredibly difficult decision for me, but ultimately it is time to step away for a bit and devote some time to my family. I've put my heart and soul into this program. He continued by saying, I am very proud of my players and coaches for what they have accomplished and I will continue to be proud of it. I want to thank all of my current and former Lumberjack players and coaches for their time and commitment to the hockey program. Go Jacks. Chaito had been the head coach of the Lumberjacks for the past nine seasons. Since this hiring in 2008, Chaito had led Bemidji to a 146, 89, and 13 record, including two state tournament appearances in 2015 and 2016 with a consolation title coming in the latter year. Bemidji's state turning berth in 2015 snapped a 29-year drought for the Jacks. Activities director Troy Hendrick says there is no timetable for hiring a new coach, but the job has been posted and they will look to finish to find the right fit for Bemidji. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.