Tag: city of Fosston

Essentia Dispute Update

On Tuesday, March 5th the City of Fosston held a Special Meeting to share updates regarding the dispute with Essentia. Many hospital workers were among the 60-plus people who attended a special city council meeting to discuss the future of labor and delivery services. City Administrator Cassie Heide shares more: Heide points out that the…
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March 13, 2024 0

Rehab Grant Available for Fosston Residents

Community Development Coordinator Kristi Thorfinnson was in studio to share a little bit about a Grant available through the Northwest Minnesota Multi Housing and Redevelopment Authority (NWMNHRA). The grant is provided through the Department of Economic Development and will soon be available for residents in Fosston. Thorfinnson shares more: If you were not a part…
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January 31, 2024 0

Fosston City Council

Fosston City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, January 17th. City Administrator Cassie Heide shares an update from the meeting: There were other business items addressed as well, such as adjustments of wages for the police department: Lastly, Heide talks about upcoming projects for 2024. The next city council meeting will be scheduled for…
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January 17, 2024 0

Skating Rink to Open in Fosston

The unusual warm temperatures this winter have put a delay on the public ice skating rink in Fosston. Typically open in December, patrons have been patiently waiting for ice to be made. Abby Pearson gives an update from the Fosston Rec Department: Once open, Warming House hours will be posted. Stay tuned for more details.


January 5, 2024 0

Fosston City Council Meeting

Fosston City Administrator Cassie Heide gives an update from the December 11th City Meeting: The annexation project will take place next during summer’s construction season with Federal and State dollars coming in to make it happen. The December meeting also included a Truth and Taxation meeting which was open to the public: The Monday meeting…
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December 15, 2023 0

Police Chief gives Snow Removal Updates

Fosston Police Chief Jim Juve was in studio to provide some winter updates on parking regulations throughout the city: Juve would like to remind people that parked vehicles become more than just a safety issue: Lastly, Chief Juve encourages community members to check visibility of their house numbers and signage on their homes as the…
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November 1, 2023 0

City of Fosston Updates Cannabinoid Sale Ordinance

The City of Fosston held their monthly City Council Meeting on Monday October 16th at 7:00. City Administrator Cassie Heide gives us an update on changes made to the Licensing regulations on the Sales of edible Cannabinoids within city limits: The Council approved one application for low potency edible Cannabinoids, making it the final of…
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October 17, 2023 0

OB Meeting with Essentia Spurs Controversy

City Council met in special session on Tuesday night in Fosston. Due to the overwhelming support, the city moved the location to the New Journey Church in Fosston. The meeting was held with Essentia West Market Executives to speak to the community about their plans to discontinue OB services at the Fosston hospital. Executives argue…
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September 20, 2023 0

Fosston City Council Meeting- August Recap

City Clerk Cassie Heide gives us an update on the city council meeting from Monday August 14th. Cassie addresses the recent Cannabinoid laws and the ordinances put in place by the city: Cassie also addresses the ordinance put in place in regards to public Cannabis use in Fosston. More typical city notes included project approvals…
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August 25, 2023 0

City of Fosston unveils EV Charging Station

The City of Fosston was awarded the first ever grant in the state of Minnesota for an EV Charging Station. The grant provides funds for the city to install needed equipment. Fosston City Administrator Cassie Heide explains how these 4 charging stations will work. Cassie explains the economic advantage of being one of the first…
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August 9, 2023 0