Ice Box Days in International Falls
Denise Kulig with the International Falls Area Chamber of Commerce talks about Ice Box Days and the events that will be kicking off as well as those that have already occured.
Snowmobile Safety “Laws and Trails”
Conservation Officer Darrin Kittleson was my guest and we discussed the trail conditions on both trails and area lakes. Darrin also talked about Law requirements as it pertained to Snowmobiles and some differences between speed on and off of Voyageur National Park Lakes and Trails.
Dekko Community Center Increasing Incentive for Lifeguards
Ada, MN — The Dekko Community Center is continuing to up the incentive to meet their need for more lifeguards. Dekko Director Brianna Eggen says they have increased the pay again and are putting together a scholarship incentive as well for students. In addition to lifeguards, Eggen says they are also looking to fill some…
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Veterans in Suicide Crisis Can Get Free Emergency Health Care
WASHINGTON – As of Jan. 17, Veterans in acute suicidal crisis will be able to go to any VA or non-VA health care facility for emergency health care at no cost – including inpatient or crisis residential care for up to 30 days and outpatient care for up to 90 days. Veterans do not need…
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FSA Reminds Livestock Producers of LIP Program Ahead of Extreme Winter Weather
Ahead of the most recent winter storm and extremely cold temperatures, FSA County Executive Director Nathan Peterson is reminding farmers and ranchers about their Livestock Indemnity Program. He notes the program provides benefits to livestock producers for livestock deaths caused animal attacks, but also specifically in this case adverse weather events such as blizzards and…
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Norman County Applies for EPA Solid Waste & Recycling Grants
Ada, MN — Norman County is teaming up with 8 other counties in Northwest Minnesota to help solidify the future of solid waste in the county. The permit for the current Norman County Demolition Landfill expires in 2029 and its unlikely to be renewed after that. But nine total counties facing similar issues are now…
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Hawley FFA Hosting Annual Fishing Tournament this Saturday
Hawley, MN — The Hawley FFA program welcomes all to participate in their 23rd annual Fishing Derby this Saturday from 10am until 2pm on Middle Cormorant Lake. The entry fee is just $5. The largest fish will win $30 and a plaque, followed by $20 and $15 for 2nd and 3rd largest. Highest total weight…
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Norman County East SnoDaze Coronation Scheduled for Monday Morning
Twin Valley, MN — The Norman County East School has a busy, but fun week ahead of them next week as the staff and students celebrate Snow Daze! There will be fun activities, dress up days, and of course a crowning of a King and Queen, as well as a prince and princess. However, a…
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Aitkin County Board of Commissioners meeting from January 24th
t the Aitkin County Board of Commissioners regular meeting Tuesday, a donation to the Sentence to Serve program was approved. Kevin Lee of North Memorial Ambulance spoke about staffing concerns: The board approved a letter of support. HR Director Bobbie Danielson gave recommendations to increase one job and change one position to a full-time position, which were…
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Ag Arama Saturday at UMC
CROOKSTON, MN—The University of Minnesota-Crookston will hold its 48th annual Ag Arama Saturday. The event is a chance for agriculture students to display animals they’ve raised. UMC communications specialist Jess Bengston runs down Saturday’s schedule. This year’s Ag Arama will feature showmanship of rabbits and llamas for the first time, along with beef, western–or horses,…
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