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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking applicants for about $48,000 in grants to develop and expand shooting ranges in the state. The money, which the Legislature provided to address shooting range capacity issues, is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The applicant period is open-ended, but funding expires June 30, 2023. The grants,…
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District 9 – Brainerd area Last updated: 2022-10-03 CO Jim Guida (Brainerd East) patrolled this week for big-game, migratory waterfowl, and small-game hunters. Field training continued with COC Ulrich. A livestock producer reported a calf loss due to wolf depredation. A trapper was notified and confirmed it as a wolf kill. Nine gray wolves were removed…
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Dr. John Evenocheck, a family medicine specialist, is excited to join the Essentia Health St. Joseph’s-Baxter Clinic. “It seems Essentia really cares about its patients and providers,” said Dr. Evenocheck. “I am a big fan of its ability to do the best it can for patients and ensure providers have the tools to provide high-quality…
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ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota communities, schools and their partners are invited to apply for funding on local projects that enhance transportation goals, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The $12.5 million in federal funding is available through the Transportation Alternatives program in Greater Minnesota (each region has a sub-targeted fund). This program offers a…
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(Aitkin, MN) — The Aitkin County Board of Commissioners held their second regular meeting of September last week with review and adoption of the 2023 Preliminary Budget taking a majority of the time. During the meeting, the Board approved 2023 Legislative Priorities, donations to the Veterans Service Office and Search and Rescue, MCCU Repurchase Tax-Forfeited…
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(McGregor, MN) — The McGregor School Board approved a new Dean of Students and got up-to-date progress on the School and Bus Garage Projects during their regular meeting from September 28th at the High School Library. The Board did give approval for a donation of $200 from the Round Lake Presbyterian Church Ladies Guild for…
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Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Clinic is holding an influenza vaccine clinic at its Crosby Super One location for people of all ages on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in October from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. An appointment is encouraged prior to arrival by calling 218-545-5350. Insurance is accepted; the cash cost is $30 per person.…
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Deer carcass movement restrictions are in place for 14 deer permit areas located in southeastern and north-central Minnesota and the south metro area. DPAs 604, 605, 643, 645, 646, 647, 648, 649, 655, 661 and 679 together form the Chronic Wasting Disease management zone. Hunters are not allowed to bring whole deer carcasses outside the…
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