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CRMC Nurse honored with ‘Quilt of Valor’

RELEASE FROM CUYUNA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER: In recognition and honor of her long-time military service, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Registered Nurse Theresa Blomer of Pequot Lakes was awarded the Quilt of Valor on July 18 in a surprise ceremony at CRMC. She currently serves as the Command Post Superintendent in the 133rd Airlift Wing of the…
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July 21, 2022 0

Riverwood Healthcare welcomes new family physician

RELEASE FROM RIVERWOOD HELATHCARE: Riverwood Healthcare Center is pleased to announce the addition of a new family physician to its medical staff. Dr. Chris Hughes will begin his practice in Aitkin in mid-August. He will offer the full spectrum of family medicine, including obstetric care and delivery, and do on-call rotations for inpatient care. Hughes…
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July 21, 2022 0

MDA Awards $120,000 to Combat Noxious Weeds

RELEASE FROM MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE: (St. Paul, MN) — The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has awarded $120,000 to combat noxious weeds across Minnesota. Twenty-seven projects are being funded though the 2022 Noxious Weed and Invasive Plant Grant. The money, awarded to cities, counties, townships, conservation districts, and tribal nations, will be used to purchase…
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July 21, 2022 0

MnDOT to host virtual public update meeting for Twin Ports Interchange project

MnDOT is hosting a virtual public meeting on Monday, July 25, at 12:15 p.m. to provide updates on the Twin Ports Interchange project in Duluth. To join the virtual meeting visit: mndot.gov/d1/projects/twin-ports-interchange/meetings. Those without internet access can also join by calling 855-282-6330 and entering access code 2489 511 9545. For those unable to attend in person,…
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July 21, 2022 0

Gummies and chews available Aug. 1 for medical cannabis patients

RELEASE FROM MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH: Patients registered in Minnesota’s Medical Cannabis Program will be eligible to buy gummies and chews from the state’s medical cannabis dispensaries starting Aug. 1. In preparation for the change, registered patients who are interested in these medical cannabis products can make an appointment for a consultation with a medical…
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July 21, 2022 0

Lakes Area Music Festival’s 14th Annual Season Kicks Off July 30-31

The Lakes Area Music Festival opens its 14th annual season on July 30 and 31 with “Tribute to the Earth.” Saturday’s concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday’s event is at 2 p.m. – both in the new Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts, located in Brainerd. This orchestral concert, led by music director, Christian Reif, includes…
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July 21, 2022 0

Benedictine Foundation Hosting 3rd Annual ATV Fun Run on August 7th

Ada, MN — The Benedictine Foundation in Ada will be hosting their 3rd annual ATV Fun Run on Sunday, August 7th, but those looking to participate only have about a week left to register. The deadline for registration is Thursday, July 28th.  The ATV Fun Run started as an alternative fundraiser to their usual golf…
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July 21, 2022 0

FM Legion Riders to Return to Ada for Over the Top Ride

Moorhead, MN — The FM Legion Riders will be making their way through the valley this Saturday as part of their Over the Top Fundraiser and car/motorcycle ride. The Over the Top Fundraiser will be based out of the Moorhead American Legion and will feature a silent auction, car show, live music, and more, but…
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July 21, 2022 0

Celebrate Shelly Days & Shelly 125th this Weekend

Shelly, MN — Celebrate Shelly Days and the 125th Anniversary of Shelly this Saturday and Sunday. Many of your favorite small town celebration events are the schedule including a car show, parade, bouncy houses, bingo, food, and street dance, but also several new and unique activities this year as well, such as axe throwing, lawn…
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July 21, 2022 0