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Harvest slot relaxed for fall walleye fishing on Mille Lacs

Mille Lacs Lake walleye anglers will see a relaxed harvest slot for walleye fishing beginning Thursday, Sept. 1. As announced in March of this year, the one-fish walleye limit will resume on Mille Lacs on Sept. 1. In an expansion of the harvest slot announced in mid-August, fall anglers will be able to harvest one…
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August 29, 2022 0

Preschool Storytime in Aitkin and McGregor this Fall

Aitkin Preschool Storytime Children will enjoy stories, songs, and more during Preschool Storytime at the Aitkin Public Library. We will meet in the library’s community room at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 6 through Dec. 13. Take-and-make craft kits will be available after the program.  Preschool Storytime is designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.…
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August 29, 2022 0

Crow Wing County Veterans Services talks PACT Act passing for Post-9/11, Vietnam Vets in Minnesota

(Brainerd, MN) — Since we last spoke to Crow Wing County Veterans Services Officer Erick Flowers, the State of Minnesota passed into law the PACT Act, a bill that would provide expansion of benefits for Gulf War Veterans and Vietnam/Agent Orange veterans. Flowers did highlight how the Act would impact not only veterans but also their…
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August 28, 2022 0

Aitkin County Soil and Water Conservation District talks Noxious Weeds

(Aitkin, MN) — The Aitkin County Soil and Water Conservation District brought attention to recent growth and concerns over noxious and invasive weeds in Aitkin County during our monthly conversation. Sam Seybold mentioned that there are not one but two weeds in Aitkin County. Managing the spread of the tansies is a continuing battle but…
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August 28, 2022 0

Jeff Fink is 2022 Lakewood Health System Team Member of the Year

Staples, MN – August 26, 2022 — Jeff Fink, registered nurse, was named Lakewood Health System’s 2022 Team Member of the Year. The Team Member of the Year is chosen based on votes from Lakewood’s administrative team and the Lakewood Board. All nominees have received a STAR award during the voting year. Fink’s nomination was submitted…
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August 28, 2022 0

MnDOT to host public update meetings for Twin Ports Interchange project

RELEASE FROM MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION: MnDOT is hosting public meetings on Monday, Aug. 29, to provide updates on the Twin Ports Interchange project in Duluth. Virtually 12:15 – 1 p.m. Participants can join the online meeting by visiting: mndot.gov/d1/projects/twin-ports-interchange/meetings or calling 855-282-6330 and entering access code 2489 511 9545. In person 6 – 7:30 p.m. Lincoln…
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August 25, 2022 0