Food train still chugging

The B&B Market food train is still rolling, and closing in on nearly $110,000 total monetary donations since the train left the station in March. Pictured here is B&B owner John Lind (left) and Rotary Club of Cloquet president Dave Kauma, holding a representation of a $1,331 check from the club recently at the local gas and grocery store. B&B Market was the spark for an outpouring of community support for those in need of food, particularly during the initial months of the Covid-19 pandemic when so many businesses shut down and people were unemployed. In a press release, the Rotary praised John and Kim Lind for all their hard work. "The community support and participation have been amazing, and the recipients of the benefits are so appreciative," the press release stated. The Rotary theme is "service above self" and it wanted to do its part, the release said. The club previously donated $500 to the food train. Lind said they are distributing food boxes on Thursday afternoons now. He encourages people in need - no proof of income necessary - to check the B&B Market Facebook page or call the store at 218-879-3555 after noon on Thursdays to confirm times.