Northland Arboretum Haunted Trail open October 20-22
Everyone is welcome to experience haunted thrills and chills as they walk 1.5 miles of terrifying trails in the dark woods of the Northland Arboretum on the scariest evenings of the year–Thursday, Oct. 20, through Saturday, Oct. 22. The nights will be full of special effects, spooks, thrills, and chills as nearly 200 costumed volunteers stage…
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Crow Wing Power to hold Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive at BIR Thursday
(Brainerd, MN) — The Month of October is Cooperative Month and Crow Wing Power wants their customers and community members to learn more about the benefits of electric vehicles with a “Ride and Drive” event on Thursday, October 13th at Brainerd International Raceway. We recently spoke with Crow Wing Power Key Account Coordinator Luke Christianson about the free…
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Crow Wing County Veteran’s Services talks Camp Lejeune Justice Act
(Brainerd, MN) — Recent news headlines and infomercials concerning groundwater contamination at the Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base from the 1960’s through the 1980’s caught the attention of Crow Wing County Veterans Service Office Erik Flowers during our monthly conversation. The Camp Lejeune Justice Act has opened the chance for veterans who trained at the Base to be compensated…
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City of Pierz update with Mayor Dave Fisher
(Pierz, MN) — The City of Pierz held their first meeting for the month of October on Monday night with an update to City projects and their yearly spending from the City Hall Council Chambers. Pierz Mayor Dave Fisher reported the 24th Street Project is moving forward with funding coming from the City. The City’s…
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Land sale auction in Rochester and Wadena
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will offer 17 parcels at multiple public auctions this fall. In October, there will be opportunities in both Rochester and Wadena to bid at in-person auctions. More information about the auction process and parcels can be found below and on the DNR’s Land Sale webpage. Registration begins a half…
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CRMC to host Alternate Hormone Treatment Seminar October 26th
“Taking an Alternative Route: Non-Hormonal Treatment Options” will be presented by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Obstetrician/Gynecologist Rachel Cady, M.D., as a free women’s health seminar on Wednesday, Oct. 26, beginning at 6 p.m. in CRMC’s new Super One Clinic Conference Room. Those attending should use the Wellness Center entrance on the County Road 31 side…
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Partnership Delivers $675,000 to Regional Small Businesses
LITTLE FALLS, MN—The Initiative Foundation announced today the award of $675,000 to 86 of Central Minnesota’s smallest businesses affected by the pandemic. The special grant program, supported by the Otto Bremer Trust, focused on businesses owned by people of color, women, veterans, and those located in smaller communities and rural areas. “These grants support businesses…
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Weight Loss Surgery Support Group meeting on October 18th
Those considering weight loss surgery are invited to hear testimonials from people who had the procedure at a free, virtual Weight Loss Surgery Support Group meeting Tuesday, Oct. 18, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Pre- and post-surgical weight loss surgery patients are invited to come together to talk, share experiences and provide emotional support to one…
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East Central Regional Library Receives 2022 Spirit of Community Award
East Central Regional Library (ECRL) was honored by the Lakes & Pines Community Action Council, Inc. on Monday, October 3 with the 2022 Spirit of Community Award! Lakes and Pines had this to say on award night: “ECRL is this year’s Spirit of Community Award winner for being an asset to the communities and individuals…
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