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| Fern Township | 1970 | 1980 | 1990 | 2000 | 2010 | 2000-2010 Change | |
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| Population | 117 | 152 | 196 | 209 | 270 | +61 | +29.19 |
| Land Area (sq. mile) | 35.10 | 35.97 | 35.49 | 35.48 | 35.48 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Density (persons per sq. mile) | 3.33 | 4.23 | 5.52 | 5.89 | 7.61 | +1.72 | +29.19 |
| Housing Units | 60 | 76 | 90 | 109 | 145 | +36 | +33.03 |
| Households | -- | 55 | 71 | 79 | 111 | +32 | +40.51 |
| Persons Per Household | -- | 2.76 | 2.76 | 2.65 | 2.43 | -0.22 | -8.30 |
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There were 79 households out of which 34.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.2% were married couples living together, 7.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.4% were non-families. 21.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 5.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.65 and the average family size was 3.20.
In the township the population was spread out with 26.8% under the age of 18, 9.1% from 18 to 24, 31.1% from 25 to 44, 26.3% from 45 to 64, and 6.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 106.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.0 males.
The median income for a household in the township was $41,000, and the median income for a family was $43,333. Males had a median income of $32,083 versus $21,406 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,764. About 3.3% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty five or over.
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The township of Fern was surveyed in 1879 and organized jointly with Lake Hattie Township on August 6, 1898. The first homesteaders in the township were Seth Smith in May 1896 and Lars Lind who filed in the fall of 1896. The Becida store and post office was established in 1899 and operated by Christen A. Olson and Even K. Nyhus. Olson and Nyhus were brothers-in-law, their wives being sisters Christi and Anna Haugan.
The original school opened in 1899, with Cora Crawford the first teacher who later to become Hubbard County superintendent of schools. Brothers Even K. and Knute Nyhus each gave an acre of farmland for the Fern Township Cemetery.[3]
The first officials of Fern Township included:
E.O. Howe; Clerk
Lars Lind; Treasurer
Christen A. Olson and
Seth Smith; Justices of the peace
Seth Smith and Louis E. Hanson;
Constables
Christen A. Olson; Postmaster,
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
BECIDA, a village in Fern Township, sections 23 and 26, with a post office since 1899.
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Benedict Rucinski 46914 County Road 97 Becida, MN 56678 |
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Kim Watkins 47135 129th Avenue Becida, MN 56678 |
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Amy Mart 12185 470th Street Becida, MN 56678 |
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Mark Wiland 48132 County 3 Bemidji, MN 56601 |
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Pat Lessman 48799 129th Avenue Becida, MN 56678 |
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| Electricity | Beltrami Electric Coop | (218) 444-2540 |
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| Telephone | Paul Bunyan Communications | (888) 586-3100 |
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| LaSalle Lake | 221 |
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Becida Community Church
50915 County Road 3 Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone: (218) 333-0516 Web: www.becidacc.com Pastor: Adam and Lexie Molina Sunday Worship: 10:00 am |
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Becida Bar and Grill 13718 County Road 9 Becida, MN 56678 Phone: (218) 854-7270 Web: www.becidabarandgrill.com Becida Bar & Grill is a family owned business serving the northern Minnesota community. What once started as a grocery store and post office in the 1950’s has transformed over the years into a fun and enjoyable bar and grill for the whole family. Come join us and enjoy mouthwatering meals including prime rib, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, wings and so much more! Don't forget about our fresh salad bar and homemade soups available on weekends! Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, and any other event in our spacious dining room perfect for family and friend gatherings of all sizes. Becida Bar & Grill is open 7 days a week, offering a full service bar with nightly specials. |
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| Big Bear Sealcoating and
Striping 47896 County Road 3 Becida, MN 56678 Phone: (218) 854-7407 |
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Headwaters Alpacas,
LLC 12799 490th Street Becida, MN 56678 Phone: (218) 854-7375 Web: www.headwatersalpacas.com |
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| L K S Specialty Boarding
Kennel 13496 County Road 9 Becida, MN 56678 Phone: (218) 854-7347 |
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PSP Insurance
Services 13730 County Road 9 Becida, MN 56678 Phone: (218) 444-9310 Web: www.pspinsuranceservices.com Welcome to the website of PSP Insurance Services LLC where we offer a fresh look at insurance and what it means to you. Our services include business insurance programs such as employee benefits and commercial insurance coverages and personal insurance coverages such as home, auto, life and individual health. We appreciate you stopping and look forward to the opportunity to earn your trust. |
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Shawn Heller
Construction, LLC 47300 129th Avenue Becida, MN 56678 Phone: (218) 210-0334 Web: www.shawnhellerconstruction.com Shawn Heller Construction, LLC is a remodeling and building contractor in Becida, MN serving Bemidji and surrounding areas since 2012. With over 20 years of experience, our team of professionals specializes in new construction projects, post frame construction, remodeling, additions, decks and much more. Contact us today for a free estimate on your next build or home improvement project! |
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| Vogt Dirt Service LLC 47415 Sunrise Drive Becida, MN 56678 Phone: (218) 854-7335 |
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