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Those considering weight loss surgery are invited to hear testimonials from people who had the procedure at a free, virtual Weight Loss Surgery Support Group meeting Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Pre- and post-surgical weight loss surgery patients are invited to come together to talk, share experiences and provide emotional support to one…
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Three Cuyuna Regional Medical Center employees were recently nominated for the Minnesota Hospital Association’s Good Catch for Patient Safety Award that recognizes hospital professionals who demonstrate their commitment to keeping patients safe by speaking up to prevent a potential patient safety issue. Education Specialist Bryan Krantz, Simulation Lab Specialist Miles Weske, and Obstetrics Coordinator Jenny…
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Winter anglers on Mille Lacs Lake can enjoy a walleye harvest opportunity for the seventh season in a row. Starting on Thursday, Dec. 1, anglers will be allowed to keep one walleye between 21-23 inches or one walleye longer than 28 inches on Mille Lacs. “Our assessment netting shows that the walleye population is abundant…
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Cardiologist Dr. Eric Fenstad is excited to join the Essentia Health St. Joseph’s-Pine River Clinic. “Essentia has taken an active role in helping lift up our community – with community-engagement initiatives, sponsorship of youth athletics and fulfilling its charitable mission to help improve the quality of life in our community,” said Dr. Fenstad. “I look…
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Minnesota’s estimated workplace injury and illness rate for 2021 decreased from that of 2020. According to the annual Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses, the state had an estimated 3.4 OSHA-recordable, nonfatal, workplace injuries and illnesses per 100 full-time-equivalent (FTE) workers in 2021; the estimated rate for 2020 was 3.5 cases per 100 FTE workers.…
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iNDIEFLIX Education has sparked a global conversation about anxiety through screenings of its documentary, “Angst: Raising Awareness Around Anxiety”. On Monday, November 14, Crow Wing Energized will hold a special screening of the documentary at Crow Wing County land services building. This film is intended to open up a dialogue between local families, community leaders and…
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CO Gregory Verkuilen (Garrison) checked deer hunters, who were having slow success and struggling with windy conditions on the Sunday of opening weekend. Verkuilen also talked about deer season regulations on a local radio program. Anglers made use of the calmer days to go after Mille Lacs Lake muskies. They also caught some limits of…
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