Riverwood to hold virtual Concussion seminar
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or by a hit to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth. While typically not life-threatening, the effects of a concussion can be serious. To learn more, attend a…
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CRMC seeking candy donations for Trick or Treat Parade
Once again this year, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center will host a Trick or Treat Parade for youth age 10 and younger on Halloween. Stations will be set up outside of the residents’ windows for social distancing with self-service pre-packaged candy. The Care Center is seeking candy and monetary donations to help support the…
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Community is invited to join CLC music ensembles
The community is invited to join one of Central Lakes College’s 11 musical ensembles. Ensembles meet at different times throughout the day and evening hours, and are open to musicians of all levels, from beginner to expert. There will be an audition and meet & greet with Director of Instrumental Music Jonathan Laflamme on Monday, August 22 from 4:30-6pm and 7-8:30 pm. The…
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Crossing Arts Alliance Recovery Card Workshop coming next week
Recovery Cards Workshop August 20 | 10:00 – 11:30 am August 23 | 6:00 – 7:30 pm Crossing Arts is offering two workshops in which participants can create card designs to uplift and inspire those in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. Supplies will be provided and a teaching artist will be present for guidance…
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Top Hat Theatre 2022-2023 Season Preview
Ulen, MN — The Top Hat Theatre in Ulen is back for its 17th season with another solid lineup of musical acts ranging from tribute acts to comedy to up and coming singer-songwriters. Top Hat Director Carrie Jirava joined the KRJB Kaleidoscope Program on Thursday to preview this year’s acts that will be taking the…
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Fertile-Beltrami School Board News & Notes from August 9th Meeting
Fertile, MN — The Fertile-Beltrami School Board held their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday night, August 9th. There were a number of staffing items addressed at the meeting as they too, like most districts, have been struggling to fill positions this summer. Fertile-Beltrami Superintendent Brian Clarke says they are still working on filling an Ag…
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New Veterans Benefits
CROOKSTON, MN— The State of Minnesota is offering a benefit for veterans who have recently served in the military. Polk County veterans service officer Kurt Ellefson has details. Ellefson talks about the difference between the three levels of bonuses. According to Ellefson, Minnesota has offered bonuses to veterans for many years. If you’re a veteran…
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Polk County Sheriff’s Office Invites Community to 5th Annual Law Enforcement 10-78 5K Run
East Grand Forks, MN — The Polk County Sheriff’s Office and partner agencies invite the community to participate in their 5th annual Law Enforcement 10-78 5K and Community Day this Saturday, August 13th in East Grand Forks. The event is aimed at celebrating the officers that put their lives on the line every day, and…
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Aitkin School Board Work Session meeting from August 11th
By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (8/12/22) (Aitkin, MN) — The Aitkin Public School Board held a Work Session meeting Monday, August 8th to originally talk about the Strategic Plan but quickly divulged into heated conversation over Board ethics and procedures. During the Public Comment Period, Board director Joe Ryan responded to slanderous comments made at the…
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