Deadline to remove ice shelters in northern Minnesota is March 20
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds anglers the upcoming deadline to remove ice shelters from lakes in the northern one-third of the state is quickly approaching. Heavy snow and slush in some areas means conditions on the ice might be challenging, so the DNR urges anglers to plan ahead to ensure they’re able to…
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Spring Spa Night at the McGregor Public Library
Start off the spring season with a relaxing spa night beginning at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 30 at the McGregor Public Library. Enjoy making a bath bomb and bath salts to bring home. We’ll also be sharing our favorite relaxation tips and drinking tea. All materials will be provided. Spring Spa Night is recommended for…
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Lakewood Experiencing Unprecedented Growth in Orthopedics with TCO Partnership
Staples, MN – March 10, 2023 — In its first full year of partnership with Twin Cities Orthopedics (TCO), Lakewood Health System experienced a nearly 30% increase in the number of orthopedic patients seen over the previous year. Lakewood originally partnered with TCO, sports medicine partner of the Minnesota Vikings, Twins, and St. Paul Saints, back…
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Defensive Driver Courses available through Seven County Senior Federation
Defensive Driver courses will be available for people aged 55 and older March 29th. Those taking the course are eligible for savings on their car insurance, says Lisa Krahn, Executive Director for the Seven County Senior Federation: The courses are a relatively small investment of time that can reap potentially large benefits: There are also four hour refresher…
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Lakewood Grief Support Group to Meet at Sourcewell
Staples, MN – March 10, 2023 — Lakewood Health System will offer weekly grief support group meetings to be held every Tuesday from March 21st through April 25th from 3-4:30 p.m. at Sourcewell (202 12th St. NE, Staples). Anyone grieving the loss of a loved one, child or any other loss is welcome to attend one or all meetings. As a participant…
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DNR holding career fairs to recruit conservation officers
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is holding two open-house-style career fairs for anyone interested in learning about becoming a conservation officer. The career fairs are part of the agency’s current CO Prep program application period, which runs through March 31 and is for people without previous law enforcement experience. The career fairs are Wednesday,…
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