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Apply by Dec. 7 for DNR grants that help children get outside

Public entities and nonprofit organizations serving people younger than 18 can apply for No Child Left Inside grants through 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 7. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is offering the grants to help more children cast a line, study animal tracks, hike, bike, or simply learn more about nature. The DNR…
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November 22, 2022 0

Avoid holiday tragedy by talking with kids
about ice safety

A pre-Thanksgiving cold snap means some lakes and ponds across Minnesota are beginning to freeze. However, this ice isn’t safe to walk on and the water underneath is dangerously cold. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds everyone to be extremely cautious around the water and, with children home for Thanksgiving break, to talk with…
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November 22, 2022 0

DEED Launches Second Small Business Funding Stream, according to Aitkin County Economic Development

St. Paul – The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) launched the Growth Loan Fund as part of the recently announced $97 million through the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) from the U.S. Department of the Treasury. This new program provides direct loans from DEED to technologically innovative seed- and early-stage businesses. Businesses seeking funding through…
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November 21, 2022 0

Energy Saving To Do List

Energy for your home can be a big expense and it can feel like there are no easy or inexpensive ways to save on your utility bills. Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union (MMFCU) is here to provide our members with resources and information to help improve their financial wellbeing. This Energy Saving To Do list…
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November 21, 2022 0

Free entrance to Minnesota state parks and recreation areas on Friday, Nov. 25

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will waive entrance fees to all 75 state parks and recreation areas Friday, Nov. 25 — the day after Thanksgiving. This “Free Park Day” is one of four days each year on which the DNR waives the vehicle permit requirement to enter state parks and recreation areas. The goal…
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November 21, 2022 0

Northland Foundation awards $796,000 in grants July through September 2022

NE Minnesota – During the 3rd quarter of 2022, the Northland Foundation awarded 30 grants totaling $796,000 to support people and communities for a thriving region. Seven grants were made in partnership with State of Minnesota funding to expand child care in the region, with $95,000 in total going to child care entities in Cloquet, Duluth,…
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November 21, 2022 0

CRMC seeking participants for treatment of Type 2 Diabetes

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby is seeking participants for the second phase of a clinical study evaluating a new, endoscopic day procedure for the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes. The procedure may help participants achieve better control of their blood sugar levels than medication use alone. Type 2 Diabetes is a progressive disease in…
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November 20, 2022 0