 To celebrate National Donut Day, many places around the nation are offering specials or free donuts. In Bemidji, the donuts were prepared by a special group of bakers. To commemorate the special day, officers with the Bemidji Police Department had the opportunity to fulfill a lifelong dream. Raphael's bakery coached the officers who got to make their very own batch of donuts. It's believed that the tasty treats have been around since Dutch settlers brought them across the sea in the 19th century. Some of the earliest recipes featured nuts crammed into the center of dough, hence the name donuts. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.