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CRMC receives Hip and Knee Replacement Certification

By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (5/11/22) (Crosby, MN) — Cuyuna Regional Medical Center was announced as receiving The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to…
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May 10, 2022 0

Extended Conservation Officer Report

Conservation Officers Darrin Kittelson and Curtis Simonson of International Falls were my guests this morning. We talked about several topics, including Lake Flooding, Fishing Opener, Boating Safety, Fish Limits and more:


May 10, 2022 0

Operation Hours for Kettle Falls Portage Established 

Based upon current staffing the National Park Service and the Kettle Falls concession staff will operate the Kettle Falls portage seven days a week from 7:30 am until dark. This will include the new aquatic invasive species (AIS) decontamination process for vessels being portaged from Rainy Lake to Namakan Lake. Boaters wanting to portage are reminded…
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May 10, 2022 0

Hwy 53 International Falls work to resume on May 16

Work on Hwy 53 in International Falls is expected to resume on May 16, 2022. Landscaping and tree planting will be occurring from May 16 until June 1, followed by bench and kiosk installation with projected completion of July 1. Motorists should expect daytime lane closures with 11’ width, single lane traffic using the center…
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May 10, 2022 0

Koochiching County Sheriffs Office on Flooding response to help residents

RE: RAINY LAKE BASIN FLOODING UPDATE                                                                                     May 9th, 2022 Rainy Lake water levels continue to rise in response to spring snowmelt and recent rainfall. In response to these rises, the Koochiching County Sheriff’s Office has activated the Emergency Operations Center to help coordinate resources, track expenses, and streamline information…
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May 10, 2022 0

Conservation Officer Report – District 5

CO Darrin Kittelson (International Falls #1) reports the lake sturgeon keep season on the Rainy River ended. The activity was busy with the nice weather and a local tournament being held. People are reminded to make sure they have all their boat safety equipment before going on the water. Enforcement action was taken for illegal-length…
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May 10, 2022 0

Twin Valley City Council News & Notes from May 9th Meeting

Twin Valley, MN — The Twin Valley City Council held their regular monthly meeting on Monday night, May 9th at the Twin Valley Community Center. At the meeting, the council accepted the resignation of the Twin Valley Liquor Store Manager Lori Skaurud, who has been the manager since May 2011. The council was aware that…
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May 10, 2022 0

Community Rummage Sale at the Norman County Fairgrounds Coliseum this Weekend

Ada, MN — Rummage through the Norman County Fairgrounds Coliseum this weekend for the 2nd Annual Community Rummage Sale this Friday and Saturday, May 13th and 14th.  The Community Rummage Sale is a great opportunity for those looking for a better spot to host one and for those wanting to get all their rummaging done…
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May 10, 2022 0

Benedictine Living Community in Ada Hosting Car Show Thursday Night

Ada, MN — In celebration of Skilled Nursing Week, the Benedictine Living Community is Ada is inviting the community to cruise on in for a car show this Thursday, May 12th from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. All are welcome to show off their cars and trucks of all years to the public and specifically to the…
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May 10, 2022 0

1st Annual Alluma Night Set for May 19th in Crookston

Crookston, MN — Alluma, formerly known as the Northwestern Mental Health Center, welcomes all throughout the region to their 1st Annual Alluma Night on Thursday, May 19th at the University of Minnesota Crookston campus. Michelle Adolphsen of Alluma joined the Access Health program this weekend to talk more about the inaugural event. She says the…
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