MN Legislature/Abortion
Earlier this week, Minnesota State Senator Steve Green of Fosston spoke on KKCQ’s Food For Thought program about abortion legislation in Minnesota over the last two years. Green says some protections were removed by Democrats who held the majority in the Minnesota House and Senate. Green says in this year’s session there was an attempt…
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United Way NE MN’s presents you: Restaurant Week in Koochiching County! August 12-16
There is a new week-long event coming up in August that is called “Restaurant Week” which is being presented by United Way of Northeastern Minnesota. It is an opportunity for restaurants in Koochiching County to donate to United Way NE MN and their programs and partners, and Elizabeth Kelley had come in to tell us…
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Bobby Bryant To Be Inducted Into Vikings Ring of Honor
Bobby Bryant found his way to the football and the end zone. Now, he’s making his way to the Vikings Ring of Honor. The cornerback who recorded two interceptions and a touchdown in the 1973 and 1976 NFC Championship Games will become the 28th inductee, third defensive back and first cornerback in the Vikings Ring of Honor. A…
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Clearwater County Drownings
One woman is dead and a child is fighting for its life after two drownings over the weekend in Clearwater County. Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson says the first happened Saturday afternoon. The victim has been identified as 70-year-old Cheryl Breitbach of Ponsford. Halverson says deputies were called to another incident Sunday afternoon. The child’s…
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Cat owners encouraged to reject declawing
Cat declawing was a very common practice in the United States that has become less practiced over the last few years due to questions surrounding its morality. Sidney Williams of Smiley’s Rescue in Fertile, explains why it’s a practice that they are heavily against. More information on cat declawing and other pet education materials can…
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Homeowners warned about ‘storm chasers’ following damaging hail
When Mother Nature comes knocking, so can storm chasers – predatory contractors from out of state who exploit homeowners and insurance companies. by Morgan Wolfe of KARE 11 Fast winds, hail, rain, thunder and lightning lit up parts of Minnesota this past weekend which can cause all kinds of damage as Chris Cohen, Frontline Roofing and Restoration senior…
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Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce 7-16-24
Sue Galligan, Brainerd Lakes Chamber Director of Special Events, brings us up to date with events happening in the days and weeks ahead.
NWMAC government and non-profit grant applications deadline approaching
The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is accepting art grant applications from government entities and non-profits until July 31. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more. Hanel says they are also accepting applications for many other grants that don’t have an application deadline. Hanel says they have funds available for all kinds of the…
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Twin Valley Town and Country Days kicks off Friday
The Annual Twin Valley Town and Country Days Celebration is back for another, and the Twin Valley Community Club is excited to be adding many new events. Twin Valley Community CLub President Mark Askelson says one area they’ve been focused on improving is the number of family friendly events and this year is no different. …
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