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Minnesota is preparing to ban cryptocurrency kiosks statewide amid growing concerns about scams targeting consumers. Governor Tim Walz signed the law this week, requiring crypto kiosks to go offline by August first and removed completely by the end of the year.State officials say Minnesota has seen more than 130 reported crypto kiosk scam complaints since…
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May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, and health officials are reminding Minnesotans to take precautions as tick season ramps up.Lyme disease is the most common tickborne illness in the U.S., and in Minnesota, about one in three blacklegged ticks carry the bacteria that causes it. The good news—ticks typically need to be attached for more…
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Every day in courtrooms across our state, judges see individuals whose criminal behavior is driven by untreated substance use and mental health disorders. Unless these underlying issues are addressed, many will continue to cycle through the justice system, straining law enforcement, courts, and taxpayers. Treatment courts are the most effective strategy for breaking this cycle.…
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A Fort Frances driver is facing impaired driving charges following a crash in the Rainy River District.The Ontario Provincial Police say officers responded to a single-vehicle collision early Monday morning along Highway 71.Following an investigation, police determined the driver had been operating the vehicle while impaired. Twenty-year-old Tehya Geyshick of Fort Frances has been charged…
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Aging Matters Radio Show with George and Sue Fraik George and Sue Fraik are here to discuss issues and services that particularly affect elders in our community. Aging is something that we are all doing. Guest: Kristy Wagner-Werner, Caregiver Consultant/ Dementia Support Specialist with Koochiching Again Options.
A new annual report says Minnesota’s clean energy sector continues to show strong momentum, despite recent challenges.The 2026 factsheet from Clean Energy Economy Minnesota says zero-carbon sources supplied 55 percent of the state’s electricity last year, marking the sixth straight year they provided the majority of power.State energy officials say battery storage technology is becoming…
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The U.S. Department of Transportation has opened the final round of funding for its Safe Streets and Roads for All grant program.The program supports local and regional efforts to improve roadway safety and reduce serious injuries and fatalities for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists.Nearly one billion dollars is available nationwide for planning and infrastructure projects, with…
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Ontario Provincial Police in the Rainy River District have charged one person following an impaired driving investigation in Fort Frances.Police say officers responded Friday, April 24th to a single-vehicle crash on Kings Highway. Investigators say the vehicle left the roadway, striking and damaging a streetlight, hydro pole, and fire hydrant.Following the investigation, police determined the…
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The Koochiching County Board meets Tuesday with several items on the agenda. Commissioners are expected to consider highway department requests to seek bids for this year’s crack sealing and mastic repair project, along with road striping work across several county routes.Board members will also hear an update on local option sales tax projects and review…
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Koochiching County Public Health is bringing an important conversation to local schools and the community next month.Officer Gomez, a speaker with the Tall Cop program, will visit area schools on May 11th to talk with students about social media risks, peer pressure, and substance use trends. That same evening, the community is invited to a…
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