PassportArchive for Apr. 21 2020
Majority of MN COVID-19 Deaths Associated With Long-Term Care Facilities
Health officials say the vast majority of Minnesota’s COVID-19 deaths are cases associated with long-term care facilities. As of Tuesday, officials say 113 of the 160 Minnesota residents confirmed to…
Read MoreUPM Blandin Paper Mill in Grand Rapids to Be Temporarily Closed
A northern Minnesota paper mill is temporarily closing because of the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic. UPM Blandin cites market forces for shutting down its Grand Rapids mill. The…
Read MoreBrainerd Lakes Chamber Of Commerce Approves Reopen Brainerd Lakes Petition
The Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce has made the tough decision to approve a petition to safely reopen Brainerd businesses and nonprofit organizations. The decision came after many conversations with…
Read MoreBeltrami County Board Votes Against Motion to Request Reopening Businesses
The Beltrami County Board of Commissioners met on a Zoom video conference today to vote on whether or not to send an appeal to Governor Tim Walz in support of…
Read MoreTips on Avoiding Scams Related to COVID-19
Because of the coronavirus and the lack of income for many, Minnesota attorney services want to remind the community that criminals are taking this opportunity to capitalize on COVID-19 scams.…
Read MoreFree Legal Help Offered To Low-Income Community Residents
Low-income families are faced with a number of different challenges. With housing, food, education and more to be worried about, legal services doesn’t have to be one of them. Anishinabe…
Read MoreBemidji Schools Change Meal Distributions to Meet Stay-at-Home Needs
A few changes have been made to school meal distribution in Bemidji to meet the governor’s mandate of having fewer people in public buildings and more people at home. Prior…
Read MoreGood Food, Good Life, 365 – Chocolate Dream
Chocolate Dream 6 ounces dark chocolate Easter eggs or quality dark chocolate (70% to 80% cocoa), chopped 1 (13.5-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk 2 tablespoons chia seeds 1/2 teaspoon pure…
Read MoreCrow Wing County Gives Tips to Help Reduce Pandemic Anxiety
Crow Wing County officials released their fourth set of tips to help the people of their area reduce coronavirus-related anxiety. They are as follows: Spend time in nature while adhering…
Read MoreMinnesota Department Of Health Releases Tuesday Coronavirus Update
Minnesota’s Department of Health update for the state’s total pandemic impact for today, April 21st (these statistics date back to January 20th of 2020): Total approximate number of completed tests: 47,697…
Read MoreSocial Distancing On The Water
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources released some guidelines for social distancing for those that will be boating and enjoying the lake life this summer. They are as followed: Maintain…
Read MorePeterson Stepping Down After Five Years as Bemidji Boys Basketball Head Coach
Travis Peterson is resigning from his position as head coach for the Bemidji boys basketball team, according to Bemidji Athletic Director Troy Hendricks. Peterson coached the varsity basketball team the…
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