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Krabbe Disease Can Be Diagnosed In Minnesota Newborns

Minnesota’s Newborn Screening Program is now able to screen for a rare, genetic condition. It’s called Krabbe disease.  The Minnesota Department of Health says it’s a rare, genetic condition in which a newborn can’t fully break down certain fats.  These fats will build up in the body and can lead to damage to the nerves…
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February 27, 2024 0

Hawley Fire Update

Here’s an update to a story R&J News has been following.  Fire early Monday morning destroyed a grain elevator in Hawley.  Firefighters were called at 11pm Sunday night; by the time they arrived, the building was engulfed in flames.  17 area fire departments helped put out the fire.  For most of the morning, Hawley residents…
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February 26, 2024 0

I Falls Public School at Target Field!

Attention Twins fans! Here is a way to go watch the Twins AND help International Falls Public Schools. Attend the game on Saturday, May 25th, against the World Champion Texas Rangers, and $2 for every ticket sold goes to International Falls Public Schools when you buy your REDUCED price ticket using the following link. https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/InterFalls0525…
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February 26, 2024 0

Medical Monday 2-26-24


February 26, 2024 0

Norman County hosting Naloxone Training and Distribution 

Norman County will be hosting a free Naloxone (Narcan) Training and Distribution on Wednesday, March 6 at 3:35 PM in the Norman County Courtroom. Norman County Attorney Elizabeth Brainard tells us more about this event.  Brainard also explained what Narcan is and why she thinks it’s an important class to offer to the public.  The…
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February 26, 2024 0

2nd Amendment Petition to be discussed at upcoming Norman County Commission Meeting 

A petition with approximately 1,000 signatures is expected to be discussed at the March 7 Norman County Commission meeting. Randy Steen from the Norman County Republican Basic Political Operating Unit tells us more about this petition and what it would do.  Steen also explained why this is something he wanted to be a part of. …
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February 26, 2024 0