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The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), the University of Minnesota, the Minnesota Sheriff’s Association, six county jails and other partners have joined together in a pilot project designed to help children and incarcerated parents maintain family ties. Having an incarcerated parent can lead to an increased risk of illness, poor mental health, substance abuse and…
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Police in Pennsylvania were left rattled by a grim discovery they made at the home of a man they say was planning to start an exotic reptile business. Cops were notified of an unconscious man on the floor of his home and arrived to find him already dead. They were also shocked to discover more…
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A spring breaker arrested in St. Petersburg, Florida for vandalizing a parked car was just doing what wild college students do on spring break — only he’s 52 years-old! A couple noticed a man standing near their car and “making motions” near the driver’s side. When they confronted him, the man “laughed and ran off…
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The McGregor School Board met Monday in the High School Library.The Board approved donations from the McGregor Fire Department, McGregor Lions Club, Tamarack Sno Flyers, and Lawler Community Club, for a total of $6,850.The Board also accepted the resignation of Anthony Pierce as Head Boys Basketball Coach and Jared Jensen as School & Community Youth Work.…
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The body discovered in a tote on the shore of Mille Lacs Lake last week was identified as Rodney Pendegayosh, Jr. A couple has been arrested in the case. Bradley Weyaus of Isle and Alexis Elling of Rochester are currently in custody at the Mille Lacs County Jail. Sheriff Kyle Burton gave an update on the…
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The statutory end of the snowmobile riding season on grant-in-aid trails is midnight, March 31, when permits with private landowners expire. Snowmobile trails will remain open on public land while weather and snow conditions permit. Riders should be aware that trail grooming operations will cease when conditions are too warm to effectively groom. “We have…
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ST. PAUL, Minn., March 27, 2023 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Minnesota State Director Colleen Landkamer today announced the availability of grants to help people repair their homes that were damaged by severe storms, flooding and tornadoes in 2022. “When an unexpected crisis impacts our lives, it reminds us of our connection to…
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People living with Type 1 Diabetes are invited to a support group facilitated by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Diabetes Educators on Tuesday, April 4, at 6 p.m. in the new CRMC Super One Clinic Wellness Education Room. A CRMC Diabetes Educator will be speaking. Individuals are encouraged to bring their support person with them. Healthy…
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Aitkin Schools Superintendent Dan Stifter joined the show to talk about the upcoming Concert Choir’s performance of “Shrek: The Musical”, information on the Facilities Plans and Strategic Planning, and a Special School Board Election on May 9th: