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Conservation Report District – 5 11-15-22

CO Darrin Kittelson (International Falls #1) reports the second weekend of the deer season was much like the first: Slow. The first major winter storm of the year could be a contributing factor as people weren?t willing to venture out in the wind and cold. However, some people did, and some continue to not be…
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November 15, 2022 0

UMN Extension Land Rent Seminars this Thursday

Ada, MN — The University of Minnesota Extension will be hosting their annual Land Rent Seminars for Polk and Norman County this Thursday, November 17th. The seminar for Polk County will be held at the Valley Technology Park on the UMN-Crookston Campus starting at 10am and Norman County’s will be held at the Ada Events…
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Hillsboro School to Hold Special Election to Raise Debt Limit

Hillsboro, ND — The Hillsboro School Board held their regular monthly meeting on Thursday, November 10th. The meeting was held via Zoom due to the winter weather and poor road conditions. At the meeting the Hillsboro School Board agreed to host a special election later this winter in an attempt to raise their debt limit…
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Twin Valley City Council News & Notes from November 14th Meeting

Twin Valley, MN — The Twin Valley City Council held their regular monthly meeting on Monday night, November 14th where they discussed a new hemp ordinance, public works vehicles, grant awards, and more. With the passage of legislature this pass session in Minnesota that allowed the sale and consumption of hemp-derived THC products, the council…
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Neurology specialist Dr. Katie Callenius joins Essentia Health St. Joseph’s-Brainerd Clinic  

The Essentia Health St. Joseph’s-Brainerd Clinic is proud to welcome Dr. Katie Callenius, a doctor of osteopathic medicine specializing in neurology.  “I was really drawn to the atmosphere at Essentia,” said Dr. Callenius. “All of the staff I have interacted with have been pleasant and helpful, and it makes me eager to join an organization…
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November 14, 2022 0

Holiday Spending Tips and Tricks

The holiday season can often cause financial stress and take the joy out of shopping for family and friends. Luckily, Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union (MMFCU) has a few tips and tricks to help you stay on top of your holiday spending and enjoy the holidays. Start shopping early It is essential that you shop…
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Free, Frozen Meals for Crow Wing County Seniors

Free frozen meals for Crow Wing County seniors age 60 and older will be distributed in the parking lot of the Deerwood Auditorium located at 23770 Forest Road on Monday, Nov. 21, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud’s Senior Dining program.  During this drive-through, no-contact distribution,…
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Fosston doctor honored

ST. PAUL, MN—A doctor from Fosston is one of three health care professionals who will receive a Minnesota Rural Health Award this week.  Dr. Wesley Ofstedal, the medical director of Living Center at Essentia-Health-Fosston, is receiving the Rural Health Lifetime Achievement Award for his devotion to his patients and his focus on geriatric care and…
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NCE will perform musical “Matilda”

HALSTAD, MN—Students at Norman County East are putting the finishing touches on the musical “Matilda”, which will be performed November 18th and 19th.  “Matilda” is based on the 1988 novel, which was later made into a movie.  Director Courtney Bates explains why she chose “Matilda” as this year’s musical. The cast and crew have been…
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