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Fosston, MN — Following up on a previous story about a GeekSquad scam that duped a resident from Polk County out of $30,000, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office is also asking community members to be weary of a number of different Facebook scams that have been reported recently. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman says they…
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An estimated 11% of Americans have poor credit, according to FICO, the largest and best-known company that provides credit scores. March is National Credit Education Month, a month dedicated to teaching people about credit and how it can affect them. It is a great time to learn some of the ramifications of having a low…
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Ada, MN — Frandsen Bank and Trust in Ada welcomed its new branch President this past week. Kyle Larson, who joins us this week on the Business Matters Program, hails from Mahnomen and brings with him years of banking experience to Ada community. Larson adds his experience in multiple banking positions will come in handy…
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The Aitkin Itasca Mille Lacs Violent Crimes Enforcement Team recently had success with drug enforcement when they were able to stop a supply of laced marijuana. Aitkin County Sheriff Dan Guida: Guida had a somber warning for anyone considering trying marijuana for the first time: He encouraged people to take advantage of the AIM VCET…
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A recent drug bust in Aitkin County resulted in the seizure of marijuana laced with fentanyl and other class-A narcotics. The seizure and subsequent investigation was possible through the work of the Aitkin-Itasca-Mille Lacs Violent Crimes Enforcement Team, or AIM VCET. Aitkin Police Chief Paul Ryan: Ryan warned about the specific dangers of these types of drugs:…
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The Mille Lacs County Sheriff’s Office released details of a fatal snowmobile crash that happened Saturday afternoon just outside Wahkon. Sheriff Kyle Burton shared the information via the Mille Lacs County Facebook page. Just after 2pm Saturday, a 911 call was placed to report the accident. Deputies arrived in about 3 minutes and attempted lifesaving measures on…
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Agricultural producers who have not yet enrolled in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2023 crop year have until March 15, 2023 to elect and enroll a contract. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) offers these two safety net programs to provide vital income support to farmers experiencing…
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Area ladies are invited to join Cuyuna Regional Medical Center for “Female Desire 101: What’s the Latest,” an educational evening featuring a presentation by Obstetrician/Gynecologist Rachel Cady, M.D., on Thursday, March 16, at Roundhouse Brewery Events Center in Nisswa. According to Dr. Cady, a wide range of illnesses, physical changes, and medications can cause a…
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Fosston, MN — While there is still snow on the ground, the USDA Farm Service Agency is encouraging farmers and ranchers to make plans, get your financial documents in order, and apply for farm operating credit if needed. Julie Kolodji with FSA says Annual Operating Loans, which can be used for normal farm operating expenses.…
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Detroit Lakes, MN — The Minnesota DNR recently announced new regulations for gar, which is part of a broader effort to provide more value to species that have long been considered rough fish. Spearers, anglers and bowfishers are allowed to keep up to 10 gar – the toothy, prehistoric fish native to Minnesota waters –…
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