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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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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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RELEASE FROM EAST CENTRAL REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM: St. Paul, MN – The Minnesota Library Association (MLA) is excited to present its Annual Conference: Emerging Opportunities, taking place on October 27 and 28, 2022 in Duluth. The in-person conference will feature breakout sessions, exhibits, a silent auction, and two highly anticipated keynote speakers: Justice Alan Page…
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Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter, Breezy Point, and Longville will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 5. Those needing medical care on the holiday may access CRMC’s new Super One Clinic at 22418 State Highway 6 in Crosby from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or in the Emergency Department. CRMC’s…
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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is recruiting new members to serve on seven key advisory groups related to Minnesota’s natural heritage, the Game and Fish Fund, and hunting and fisheries management. Interested people can sign up on the Engage with DNR website. In addition to the specific knowledge and experience required for each committee, the…
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RELEASE FROM USDA AND MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE: WASHINGTON D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today awarded over $1.3 million in Fiscal Year 2022 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) funding to Minnesota. This USDA grant will help the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) fund projects that enhance the competitiveness…
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(Aitkin, MN) — We recently chatted with City of Aitkin Mayor Megan for an update on City activity including sidewalk cleanup, adjustments with the City Park cameras, and initial talks on downtown parking. Mayor Workman spoke about the plans to replace the roof of the Aitkin Police Department this Fall. The Street Department is also wrapping up…
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(Aitkin, MN) — The Aitkin County Board of Commissioners meeting from Tuesday, August 23rd convened to hear budget presentations from County Department Heads and reviewed grant funding applications from the Government Center Board Room. Jen Twombly, sitting in for Aitkin County Sheriff Dan Guida, mentioned the Sheriff’s Office Budget may see some increases into 2023. County…
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