Tag: Independence Day

Eat Strategically at your Independence Day BBQ

At the heart of every Independence Day celebration is the ever popular American Barbeque. While the food may be delicious Nutritional educator Dr. Julie Gatza says that many make mistakes with what they eat, and that leads to BBQ Bloat, and issues like constipation, and stomach aches. Gatza says that one of the many mistakes…
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July 4, 2025 0

Firework Safety reminders 

Independence Day is Friday, and thousands across the region will be setting off fireworks to celebrate. While this can be a fun activity, it can also be extremely dangerous, especially for children. For this reason Carma Hansen of Safe Kids Grand Forks reminds parents to follow the proper safety precautions, and make sure their kids…
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July 3, 2025 0

Mahnomen County Sheriff’s Office reminding you to be safe this holiday weekend

We have a long weekend due to the Independence Day holiday, which gives people the perfect opportunity to unwind, and have fun. Mahnomen County Sheriff Josh Guenther reminds people that while you may be on vacation, the Mahnomen County Sheriff’s Office will still be out and about.  Guether says if you’re planning on spending some…
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July 3, 2025 0

Prioritize Sun Safety this holiday weekend 

Independence Day is fast approaching, and many will be celebrating outside in the sun. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health reminds people to make sure they prioritize sun safety over the holiday weekend.  While sunburn can be painful in the short term, Merkens says unprotected exposure to the sun can also have some long…
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July 2, 2025 0

4th of July Travel Reminders 

Independence Day is fast approaching, which means the busy independence day travel season is here. Carma Hansen of Safe Kids Grand Forks reminds drivers that just because you’re going on vacation, does not mean that you can take a vacation from safety.  Hansen says if you have guests coming in for Independence Day, you could…
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June 30, 2025 0

Avoid BBQ Bloat 

Millions of people across the United States will be breaking out their grills and smokers for their Independence Day cookout. Nutritional educator Dr. Julie Gatza is an expert in digestive health and she shares some things you can do to avoid BBQ bloat during your 4th of July celebration.  Some other things you could do…
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July 4, 2024 0

Independence Day Reminders 

It’s Independence Day week and many people will be celebrating the United States’ Birthday with fireworks. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager tells us to be safe this week and reminds us about Minnesota’s fireworks law.  Hager says the 4th of July is one of the deadliest days for Minnesota drivers and he reminds people to…
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July 3, 2024 0

Be safe on the lake this Independence Day 

Independence Day weekend is one of the busiest and most dangerous days for lake goers on Minnesota’s 10,000 plus lakes. Mahnomen County Sheriff Josh Guenther gives some boating safety reminders so that you can do your part in keeping Minnesota’s lakes safer this Independence Day.  Guenther also reminds boaters to do their part in stopping…
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July 2, 2024 0

Fosston Hosting Independence Day Parade & Fireworks on Saturday

Fosston, MN — Celebrate the 4th of July on the 2nd of July in the city of Fosston. With the Independence Day holiday falling on a Monday, the city of Fosston moved their annual celebrations, which include a parade and fireworks, up to this Saturday. Fosston City Administrator Cassie Heide says the parade, which features…
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July 1, 2022 0