This Week is National Public Health Week
Ada, MN — During the first full week of April each year, the American Public Health Association brings together communities across the United States to observe National Public Health Week as a time to recognize the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving our nation’s health. Sarah Kjono of Norman-Mahnomen…
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COVID-19 Testing Still Widely Available
Ada, MN — While we transition out of the pandemic, demand for COVID-19 testing has dwindled, but the opportunity to get tested is still widely available for those who need it. Sarah Kjono with Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says they have a good supply of at-home antigen tests available that can be picked up by request…
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Impact Coalition of Norman & Mahnomen County Hosting Book Drive
Ada, MN — The Impact Coalition of Norman & Mahnomen County, which works to decrease substance use amongst youth and over time reduce substance use among adults, is in the midst of a book drive and is seeking help from the community to meet their goals. Kim Myers of the Impact Coalition says the goal…
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Weird & Wacky Wednesday: “Illinois woman keeps getting unwanted shoe deliveries from UPS”
https://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2022/03/28/Oak-Park-Illinois-shoe-deliveries-wrong-address/5441648492454/
District 9 Conservation Officer Reports
CO Andrew Dirks (CCSRA) spent time checking anglers and ATV riders, and attending training at Camp Ripley throughout the week. Remember to check ice conditions often if venturing out on late ice. CO Amber Ladd (Aitkin) worked spring trapping activity and ongoing angling activity in the Aitkin area. She completed inventory work and vehicle maintenance.…
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