The 16th Annual Beltrami Electric Touchstone Energy® Open was held Friday, August 21 at Castle Highlands Golf Course, north of Bemidji. This year's tournament format had to change a bit due to ensure social distancing and safety protocols surrounding COVID-19, but that didn’t deter participants.  A very humid northern Minnesota morning greeted golfers as they arrived for their scheduled tee times. The four-person scramble saw 23 teams participate in support of the United Way of Bemidji Area.

"Beltrami Electric's Touchstone Energy Open golf tournament has been a staple event for the United Way of Bemidji Area. Not only has the tournament given hundreds of participants the opportunity to support their community, it's also helped thousands of people in our community to thrive. This event has raised more than $143.500 since its inception," said Denae Alamano, executive director for the United Way of Bemidji Area. "We can't thank Beltrami Electric and their staff enough for the impact their event makes year after year!"

Beltrami Electric would like to give a sincere thank-you to the business sponsors, 92 golfers and tournament volunteers on behalf of the United Way of Bemidji. This event wouldn't be possible without their continued support!