Lakewood Celebrates a New Year with a New President and CEO
Staples, MN – January 6, 2023 — Two thousand twenty-three is a year for new beginnings as Lisa Bjerga, CPA, MBA, took over as president and chief executive officer (CEO) at Lakewood Health System on January 1, 2023. During her first week as president and CEO, Bjerga welcomed staff back after the new year by spending…
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CRMC, Cuyuna Area Connections to host Assisted Living Seminar
Area seniors are invited to attend “Things to Consider When Choosing an Assisted Living Facility” at a free Cuyuna Area Connections Lunch and Learn seminar on Thursday, Jan. 19, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at Heartwood Senior Living Community in Crosby. A panel of speakers will discuss topics related to choosing an assisted living facility.…
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Purple Pride Fund Raising Giveaway Explained
Timm Ringhofer was joined by Mike Bolstad, Kevin Grover and Michael Katrin to explain the fundraiser program that will be starting in the upcoming weeks. Great prizes and a lot of fun that will create funds for Purple Pride.
Future Up in the Air for Mahnomen’s Rainbow Theatre
Mahnomen, MN — The historic Rainbow Theatre in Mahnomen has been closed for more than 50 years, yet still stands in the heart of downtown as a relic of the past. But now the county of Mahnomen, who has owned the building since 1975, is examining what to do with roughly 100 year old brick…
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Paul Marquart Talks New Cabinet Role as MN Commissioner of Revenue
St. Paul, MN — So much for retirement from politics. Paul Marquart is back at the Minnesota State Capitol but now in a different capacity. The veteran lawmaker from Dilworth was selected by Governor Walz to be the new Commissioner of Revenue. Commissioner Marquart joined the KRJB Kaleidoscope Program this past week to discuss his…
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Area Law Enforcement Officers React to Death of Norman County Sheriff Jeremy Thornton
Mahnomen, MN — Following the death of Norman County Sheriff Jeremy Thornton, who passed away last week at the age of 53 after a short and intensive battle with pancreatic cancer, area law enforcement agencies are reaching out to show their support for their fellow officer. Mahnomen County Sheriff Josh Guenther says he can relate…
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Volunteer opportunity for Koochiching AARP Tax Aide
AARP Tax Aide in Koochiching County is seeking volunteers who are interested in helping with this impactful service. ElderCircle is seeking volunteers for each of the four positions described below (more information about each is attached). AARP Tax-Aide provides free tax preparation services to area residents, with a focus on the elderly and those with…
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First Baby of 2023 Born at Lakewood Health System
Staples, MN – January 6, 2023 — Twenty-twenty-three brings the celebration of birth for Courtney and Ryan Schrupp, Pine River, who welcomed their new baby girl, Riverly Michelle, into the world on January 1st, 2023. Riverly was born at 2:19 a.m., weighing 7 pounds, 7 ounces, and measuring 22 inches. She is welcomed home by her…
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