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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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Laurel Hall, Branch Manager of the Brainerd Public Library, joined us recently to talk about what the Brainerd Public Library has to offer: They also have two e-book systems: These benefits are available to any cardholder, and cards are free & simple to get: Their Santa Storytime is coming up on Monday, December 12th at…
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A grant round has opened up to train more butchers and meat cutters thanks to $350k in funding from the State Legislature. The grants will come through the Minnesota Department of Agriculture in the Meat Education and Training grant program. Secondary school career & technical education programs are eligible to apply for the grants, which…
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