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(Aitkin, MN) — Just over one month into the school year, Aitkin Public Schools Superintendent Dan Stifter has nothing but positive to say for the Rippleside and High School Buildings. Superintendent Stifter mentioned those early anxiety and nervousness for staff and students has been relieved thanks for help from the community. Another reason for the good start has been some…
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(AItkin, MN) — The change to fall weather has everyone in the midst of preparing for the end of the year. Aitkin County CARE is informing their clients and those that may need assistance of the many good works and programs that they offer before the weather becomes too much to leave the house. In our…
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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking applicants for about $48,000 in grants to develop and expand shooting ranges in the state. The money, which the Legislature provided to address shooting range capacity issues, is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The applicant period is open-ended, but funding expires June 30, 2023. The grants,…
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District 9 – Brainerd area Last updated: 2022-10-03 CO Jim Guida (Brainerd East) patrolled this week for big-game, migratory waterfowl, and small-game hunters. Field training continued with COC Ulrich. A livestock producer reported a calf loss due to wolf depredation. A trapper was notified and confirmed it as a wolf kill. Nine gray wolves were removed…
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Dr. John Evenocheck, a family medicine specialist, is excited to join the Essentia Health St. Joseph’s-Baxter Clinic. “It seems Essentia really cares about its patients and providers,” said Dr. Evenocheck. “I am a big fan of its ability to do the best it can for patients and ensure providers have the tools to provide high-quality…
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ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota communities, schools and their partners are invited to apply for funding on local projects that enhance transportation goals, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The $12.5 million in federal funding is available through the Transportation Alternatives program in Greater Minnesota (each region has a sub-targeted fund). This program offers a…
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Mahnomen, MN — During last week’s GFWC Mahnomen County Candidate Forum, County Commission Candidates from District 2 and District 4 all got the opportunity to answer submitted questions the public. All of them were asked about what they would do to promote Economic Development in Mahnomen County. In District 4, incumbent candidate Karen Ahmann says…
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Perley, MN — The Red River Valley Sportsman’s Club will be hosting their annual Range and Field Day this Saturday, October 8th at the club near Perley. This is for youth age 11 to 15 looking to obtain their Firearms Safety Certificate. Prior to the range and field day, Wayne Lee of the Red River…
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Mahnomen, MN — The Mahnomen County Social Services Office is now open at its new location in downtown Mahnomen. The department made its move from the Mahnomen County Courthouse to the former United Valley Bank Building at 103 North Main Street this past Thursday and Friday. Mahnomen County Administrator CJ Holl says the new building…
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Gary, MN — Shock & Awe invites everyone to participate in a Cancer Color Run this Saturday, October 8th at the Gary Pines. Shock & Awe is a Youth Philanthropy Group with students from the Ada-Borup-West and Norman County East School Districts that grants funds, performs community projects, and develops strong leadership traits and relationships…
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