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Thank you for your support! Area residents and businesses recycled more than 2235 pounds of electronic equipment and 17 TVs on Saturday, December 10th at Deerwood Technologies’ semi-annual recycling drive. All items are recycled through end-of-life, environmentally safe facilities in the United States. Proceeds from this event benefit continuing education for area youth through the…
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As many saw prices for goods go up, shipping rates have also been increased – especially for the holiday season. Thankfully, Wednesday, December 14 marks Free Shipping Day. And according to a recent survey conducted by TopCashback.com (TopCashback), the USA’s most generous cash back site, 86% of Americans will look elsewhere for a gift if shipping is…
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Children and their families are invited to visit with Santa at the McGregor Public Library on Thursday, Dec. 15, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Santa will read stories and pose for pictures in the children’s area. No registration necessary. This event is sponsored by the McGregor Area Friends of the Library. The McGregor Public…
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St. Paul, MN – After years of tirelessly advocating for broadband funding and access across Minnesota, Representative Ron Kresha (R-Little Falls) is celebrating the $100 million investment to expand broadband. “Finally, after years of trying to get broadband to every corner of Minnesota, we are seeing results,” Kresha said. “Broadband access ensures our children have…
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Registered Nurse Cathline Helstrom of Staples was recently promoted to Executive Director of Quality, Learning, and Experience at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby. In her new position, Helstrom will oversee CRMC’s Quality, Medical Staff Credentialing, and Education departments. She will assist in managing and directing special organization projects, be involved in strategic planning and organizational…
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ST. PAUL, Minn. – MnDOT will begin winter load increases on unrestricted highways in the north-central frost zone at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 12, 2022. Winter load increases are already in effect in the north zone. Frost zones and restricted routes can be found on the MnDOT load limits map. Start and end dates and other…
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This holiday season, seasonal illnesses are adding to the stress many people often feel this time of year. In addition to COVID-19, Influenza A and B, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and other respiratory illnesses are causing widespread illness in Minnesota and across the country. “These seasonal illnesses are peaking sooner, faster, and stronger than in…
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RELEASE FROM CITY OF BAXTER: Council Member John Ward submitted his resignation to the Baxter city council due to his election to the Brainerd ISD 181 school board. On December 6, 2022, the Baxter city council accepted Mr. Ward’s resignation and declared a vacancy. The city council will be accepting applications through December 28, 2022,…
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