Archive for Jan. 27 2017
Ice Measured At 22 Inches For Annual Ice Fishing Extravaganza
The Ice Fishing Extravaganza is nearly upon us as those who plan on competing tomorrow began to drill their holes today. Last week during the official ice check, the ice…
Read MoreStudents Create Life Storybooks For Essentia Health Living Residents
Vivian Nord is 101 years old, and you wouldn’t know that just by looking at her. She’s as sharp as a tack, full of life and enjoys getting pampered at…
Read MoreIn Focus: Wood Carving Class Teaches Rewarding Craft
Starting with just a plain block of wood, wood carvers are able to chip away piece by piece until incredible works of art remain. People interested in learning the craft…
Read MoreGive Kids A Smile Day
Children between the ages of 3 to 18 can get a free dental check-up on Friday, February 3 at Central Lakes College as part of Give Kids A Smile Day.…
Read MoreGratitude Tour Coming To Bemidji
Garrison Keillor may have wrapped up “A Prairie Home Companion” but he will soon be on the road again with a Gratitude Tour as part of Minnesota Public Radio’s 50th…
Read MoreMinnesota Poultry Farmers Watching For Bird Flu
Poultry farmers in Minnesota are cautiously watching the spread of bird flu in Europe and Asia. Minnesota Public Radio reports that the World Health Organization is on “high alert” because…
Read MoreDayton Asking For $75 Million To Expand Preschool
Republican legislators aren’t eager to expand the state’s preschool program a year after it launched. Governor Mark Dayton is asking for $75 million in his budget proposal to expand his…
Read MoreCrow Wing County Community Services Wins Award
Crow Wing County Community Services has been recognized with a Local Government Innovation Award from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota for its innovative work…
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