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The Conservation Partners Legacy (CPL) grant program is now accepting applications for the 2nd round of Expedited Conservation Projects.

The first round of Expedited Conservation Projects (ECP) grants recently closed. Nearly $2,000,000 remains for the second round of ECP funds which is open now until November 14. The ECP grant cycle funds eligible activities that restore or enhance forests, wetlands, prairies, or habitat for fish, game, and wildlife on public lands/waters in Minnesota. Grant requests may range from $5,000…
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Devon Krueger September 27, 2022 0

Hunter walking trails provide access to public hunting in northern Minnesota

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources maintains hunter walking trails as easy ways to travel by foot through wildlife management areas, state and federal forests, and other public hunting lands. Hunter walking trails wind through prime habitat for ruffed grouse, woodcock, wild turkey and deer. There are more than 600 miles of hunter walking trails…
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Devon Krueger September 27, 2022 0

Crossing Arts Alliance 8×8 Art Auction & Gala

For the eighth year, over one hundred community members and artists have taken paint to canvas to help support the efforts of The Crossing Arts Alliance, an arts organization in downtown Brainerd that seeks to provide meaningful arts opportunities for everyone. Crossing Arts provides the blank 8″ x 8″ canvases to the community, and the community responds by returning…
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Devon Krueger September 27, 2022 0

Grants to improve choices for people with disabilities

Innovations that improve options for people with disabilities will go forward over the next two years across Minnesota, funded by a new round of state grants. Ten service providers will share approximately $2.9 million to support people with disabilities to live and engage with others in their communities and access better employment opportunities. The grants…
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Devon Krueger September 27, 2022 0

CRMC Among Minnesota’s Best

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is among the best hospitals, surgery centers, and nursing homes in Minnesota and has the state’s best orthopaedic surgeons. CRMC on September 25 was named a 2022 Minnesota’s Best winner in four categories by Minneapolis Star Tribune. A silver medal was awarded for Best Hospital and bronze medals were given for Best…
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Devon Krueger September 27, 2022 0

DNR Conservation Officer Repots for District 9 (Brainerd area)

Last updated: 2022-09-26 CO Jim Guida (Brainerd East) worked his field training assignment this week. The officers encountered numerous waterfowl hunters and anglers this week. Some very remote areas were worked. License, PFD, and waterfowl regulations were enforced. Most duck-hunter bags checked averaged two to three ducks, including green-winged teal, wood ducks, and mallards. CO Calie…
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Devon Krueger September 27, 2022 0

Homecoming Week at Norman County East & Ulen-Hitterdal

Twin Valley, MN — It’s Homecoming Week for the schools of Norman County East and Ulen-Hitterdal, who each have their own activities and dress up days but will come together at the end of the week for a joint school dance on Friday. During the Norman County East School News this week, Principal Raina Askin…
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Kevin Kochmann September 27, 2022 0

Halstad Living Center Hosting Annual Dumpling Dinner

Halstad, MN — The Halstad Living Center Auxiliary invite the community to their annual Dumpling Dinner this Wednesday, September 28th from 5-7pm at the Halstad LRC. Lori Paulsrud of the Halstad Living Center says this is one of two annual fundraisers that the Auxiliary puts on. She adds that for more than three decades the…
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Kevin Kochmann September 27, 2022 0

Norman County DAC remodeling

ADA, MN—There’s been quite a change at the Norman County Developmental Activities Center. DAC Executive Director Hiliary Chisholm says their building has been remodeled over the last six months. Chisholm says the DAC’s clients like the changes. Chisholm says the DAC building also has a new entrance and administrative office.

Joe Lancello September 27, 2022 0

Ada Police Department Looking to Add Non-Lethal Option with PepperBall Gun

Ada, MN — The Ada Police Department is looking into a new form of non-lethal defense that they can use an alternative to deadly force. Interim Ada Police Chief Steve Hager says they are hoping to purchase PepperBall gun as new, non-lethal option to stop criminals or take control of a situation. Officer Hager explains…
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Kevin Kochmann September 27, 2022 0