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Brainerd residents spend $256/month on utility bills, and a total of $1,788/month on all household bills

Doxo’s recently released report (U.S. Utilities Market Size and Household Spending Report for 2022) that examines how much Americans spend on utility bills (including electric, gas, water & sewer, and waste & recycling) each month. The report, which looks at utility bills from both a local and national perspective, found the following:  In addition to the…
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December 21, 2022 0

DNR Conservation Officer Reports – District 9 (Brainerd area)

CO Jim Guida (Brainerd East) patrolled the station for angling activity, snowmobile operational contacts, and verification of cross-country ski passes as required. Heavy and wet snow has occurred, causing trees to become hazards along local public use trail systems. Guida continues to work with a conservation officer candidate within the field training program. The officers…
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December 21, 2022 0

Minnesota’s updated wolf plan strengthens
wolf conservation

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has finalized an updated wolf management plan that incorporates the diverse views of Minnesotans and will guide the state’s approach to wolf conservation for the next 10 years. “We’re proud we brought people together to update Minnesota’s wolf plan,” said DNR Commissioner Sarah Strommen. “We had great engagement from…
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December 21, 2022 0

Lakes Area United Way transitioning from Fundraising to Giving Back

Lakes Area United Way Executive Director Jonathan Aga was on Wake the Lakes recently to talk about what’s next for the organization now that the holiday season is drawing to a close: The process of choosing grant recipients takes a lot into consideration: Once the application round opens, the work really begins for Aga & his…
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December 21, 2022 0

Isle City Council meeting recap from December 13th with Mayor Frye

We recently had a conversation with Isle mayor Ernie Frye about the Isle City Council meeting held on Tuesday, December 13th.During the Open Forum period, the Council heard from resident Patrick Haley concerning the placement of utilities on his property: The Public Hearing portion of the meeting dealt with the Truth and Taxation hearing. The 2023…
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December 20, 2022 0

5 easy ways to get outdoors this winter

Wondering how to get outside and enjoy the outdoors this winter? The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has some great no- and low-cost activities open to everyone. “We know Minnesotans love being outdoors, and winter offers a whole different way to play outside,” said Ann Pierce, DNR parks and trails director. The DNR offers several…
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December 20, 2022 0

Minnesota launches new COVID-19 telehealth treatment pilot program

The State of Minnesota launched a new telehealth test-to-treat program today to ensure Minnesotans who have tested positive for COVID-19 have easy access to clinician care and therapeutic treatments that reduce their risk of serious illness or hospitalization. Beginning immediately, Minnesotans who test positive for COVID-19, either with a home test or a positive test…
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December 20, 2022 0

Keep your family safe with these cold weather tips from Minnesota Energy Resources

Rosemount — Bitter cold temperatures are in the forecast this week. Use these winter tips to keep yourself and your family safe and warm. Space heater safety: Only use newer models with safety features like automatic shut-off. Keep it at least 6 feet away from flammable materials like drapes or blankets. Plug heaters directly into the wall, not…
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December 20, 2022 0

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Receives the 2023 Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Minimally Invasive Surgery

Crosby, MN, December 19—Cuyuna Regional Medical Center has been named as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Minimally Invasive Surgery by the Women’s Choice Award®, America’s trusted referral source for the best in healthcare. The award signifies that CRMC is in the top 1 percent of 4,729 U.S. hospitals reviewed. “CRMC has been a forerunner in…
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December 20, 2022 0