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Aitkin City Council meeting from February 20th

The Aitkin City Council held their regular meeting last Tuesday, as government offices were closed for the Presidents Day holiday. The City approved a Gambling Permit for the Knights of Columbus event on April 9th and a Temporary Liquor License for Long Lake Conservation Center for their event on April 1st.City Administrator Mike Skrbich requested budget approval for…
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February 27, 2023 0

GuidePoint Pharmacy in Aitkin aims for convenience, can help with switch over for their services

Pharmacist Matt Doucette recently made a case for using the services of GuidePoint Pharmacy in Aitkin. He spoke about the convenience they offer through cost comparisons, free delivery, and curbside pick-up. They are a member of all the big networks, he said, allowing them to offer the same discounts as larger chain pharmacies. Doucette encouraged customers…
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February 27, 2023 0

Community invited to Central Lakes College’s Cultural Thursday: Ramadan

The community is invited to Central Lakes College’s Cultural Thursday event, focusing on the observance of Ramadan, happening at noon on Thursday, March 2 in the Chalberg Theatre, Brainerd campus. A livestream is available here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=nB17xt8TaCE. Speaking will be John Emery, a U.S. Army Veteran who served in the middle east for a decade as…
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February 26, 2023 0

MESPA Recognizes Lake Park-Audubon Elementary Principal Craig Bahr

Audubon, MN — The Minnesota Elementary School Principals’ Association (MESPA) has recognized Craig Bahr, principal of Lake Park-Audubon Elementary, Lake Park-Audubon School District, with the 2023 MESPA Division Leadership Achievement Award for MESPA’s Western Division. Principals are responsible for promoting a positive school culture, guiding instruction, and providing leadership. The award honors principals whose exemplary…
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February 24, 2023 0

Mahnomen City Council News & Notes from February 21st Meeting

Mahnomen, MN — The Mahnomen City Council held their 2nd regular monthly meeting for February this past Tuesday, February 21st at the Mahnomen Fire Hall.  At the meeting, they approved a number of pay requests and change orders for some of their past and current projects and received an update on the upcoming water treatment…
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February 24, 2023 0

Lakes Area United Way making tax preparation services available

(Brainerd, MN) — The time has come around once again to start filing your tax returns. The Lakes Area United Way has opened the opportunity to get hands on experience and save money for their efforts. LAUW Executive Director Jonathan Aga, in our recent conversation, says that these tax services allow households to keep more…
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February 23, 2023 0