 Two local towns are still in the running for Minnesota Monthly's best town in Minnesota. Walker and Bemidji are in the top five communities that are classified as a special place to live in or visit. Bemidji is deemed the first city on the Mississippi and is the central hub for several Indian reservations. Walker has a total population under 1,000 but is home to Leech Lake, the third largest lake in Minnesota. The winner will be announced on November 30th. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.