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CRMC hosting Type 2 Diabetes Clinical Study

By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (1/28/22) (Crosby, MN) — Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby is seeking participants for a clinical study for the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes with a new, endoscopic procedure. We recently spoke to Nurse Practitioner and Study Coordinator Melissa Dyrdahl spoke Type 2 diabetes and its effects on the body. Working…
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January 27, 2022 0

Needle-Felted Painting Workshop on February 5th at Crossing Arts

By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (1/28/22) (Brainerd, MN) — Crossing Alliance Alliance in Brainerd will be hosting a new event, Needle-Felted Painting Workshop with artist Lisa Jordan, on Saturday, February 5th from 10am-1pm from their downtown Brainerd gallery. Participants will learn to use a special needle and wool to needle-felt a highly texturized, 5” x 7”…
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January 27, 2022 0

Level 3 Predatory Offender to Move to Brainerd

The Brainerd Police Department has been notified by the Minnesota Department of Corrections of a Level 3 Predatory Offender that will be residing in the Brainerd City Limits.  Tyler Steven Jav 28 vears old, anticipated move date is January 31, 2022. Jay is intending to reside near the Intersection of Highway 210 and Gillis Avenue. …
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January 27, 2022 0

FSA Offices Continue to Work With Producers for Planting Season Plans

By: Mary Balstad marybalstad@rjbroadcasting.com Polk County, MN – As the plans for the upcoming spring season slow approach, the FSA offices are always willing to help producers. Julie Kolodji highlights how FSA staff have attended several different workshops and meetings to work with and for the FSA customers. Kolodji says that with offices all over…
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January 27, 2022 0

Fosston’s Curling Club Looks to Deliver in Upcoming Novice Bonspiel Tournament

By: Mary Balstad marybalstad@rjbroadcasting.com Fosston, MN – Frosty Days are coming up in Fosston, Minnesota, which creates a great time for friendly gatherings and activities. The new Fosston Curling Club is looking to host their 3rd Annual Novice Bonspiel in conjunction with the Frosty Days celebration. Set for Sunday, January 30th, this tournament invites people…
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January 27, 2022 0

Embrace Winter During Twin Valley SnoMo Days

Twin Valley, MN — Winter fun for everyone is planned over the next couple weeks as part of the annual Twin Valley SnoMo Days. The Twin Valley SnoMo Days is a celebration of winter activities such as snowmobiling, sledding, skating, snow sculpting, and more that dates back to the 1970s when Viking Snowmobiles were manufactured…
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January 27, 2022 0

City of Halstad Receives Grants for EV Charging Station & Wimmer Home Insulation Improvements

Halstad, MN — The City of Halstad and Halstad Municipal Utilities recently announced that they would be recipients of two $5,000 Clean Energy Resource Team (CERTs)Grants. The CERTs seed grants provide resources to communities for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects across Minnesota. The City of Halstad will use the grants to purchase an Electric…
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January 27, 2022 0

Pillager School Board Discusses Student, Staff Returns From COVID

Following Monday’s school board meeting, we spoke with Pillager Schools Superintendent Mike Malmberg about the reorganizational meeting. Board officers remained the same, with Sara Nagel as Board Chair, Becky Bennett as Vice Chair, Steve Uban returning as Clerk, and Brian Grimsley as Treasurer. School Board compensation remained the same as well at $2400 per year.…
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January 27, 2022 0

Crow Wing County Sheriff Scott Goddard Sounds Alarm on Mental Health

(BRAINERD, MN) — The Crow Wing County Board held its second regular meeting of the month of January on Tuesday… The board heard a report from Sheriff Scott Goddard, who brought some alarming facts and trends regarding mental health calls to the Sheriff’s office in recent years… Commissioner Steve Barrows and Sheriff Goddard expressed confidence…
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January 27, 2022 0

Central Lakes College ‘Cultural Thursday’ to discuss Poland February 3rd

By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (1/27/22) (Brainerd, MN) — Central Lakes College is inviting the community for their virtual Cultural Thursday presentation on Poland beginning at noon on Thursday, February 3rd. CLC instructor Dr. Ania Antus will discuss Polish culture, history, and economics. She will also spotlight and share her experiences as an accomplished Polish dancer…
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January 26, 2022 0