Archive for Aug. 23 2021
Officers Involved in Fatal Shootout Near Sebeka Will Not Face Charges
Two police officers involved in a fatal shootout near Sebeka last winter will not face charges in connection with the deaths of two brothers in the incident. Wadena County Attorney…
Read MoreCuyuna Crusher Mountain Biking Race Returns to Crosby
The 9th stop on the Minnesota Mountain Bike Series, the Cuyuna Crusher race returned to the Crosby area this weekend. With mountain biking seen as having rejuvenated the area since…
Read MoreIn Business: “Wine Not?” New Wine Bar Opens in Park Rapids
A new wine bar has opened in Park Rapids. It is filled with funny references and sayings surrounding the drink and is fittingly called “Wine Not?” “Wine Not?” is open…
Read MoreMore Evacuations Ordered Ahead of NE Minnesota Wildfire
ISABELLA, Minn. (AP) — Authorities ordered more evacuations Monday near a quickly spreading wildfire that’s one of several burning in northeastern Minnesota. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office said the new…
Read More1,673 New COVID-19 Related Cases, 7 Deaths Reported Monday in MN
The state reported seven new COVID-19 related deaths today along with 1,673 new coronavirus cases. One of the deaths was in the Lakeland viewing area, a Cass County resident between…
Read MoreTri-County Health Care Rebranding to Astera Health
Tri-County Health Care is officially announcing its brand transition to Astera Health. Staff members were informed of the rebrand on Aug. 19 at an employee picnic in Wadena. Over the…
Read MoreUS Regulators Give Full Approval to Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. gave full approval to Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine on Monday, a milestone that may help lift public confidence in the shots as the nation battles the…
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