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Minnesota DNR certifies nine new record fish
After making changes to the record fish program, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has seen steady interest by anglers in documenting their largest catches, as evidenced by the nine new state record fish the Minnesota DNR has certified since March.“Seeing all these new records is fantastic and we’re really pleased with how anglers have participated in the program so far,” said Mandy Erickson, fisheries program consultant.
Minnesota DNR webinars focus on southern Minnesota birding
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in wildlife and outdoor skills to check out the summer program schedule for the Minnesota Outdoor Skills and Stewardship Series.In a webinar on Wednesday, July 17, DNR birding expert May Vang will share ways to engage people in bird watching and conservation.
Minnesota Arrow launches to support history and tourism in communities along Yellowstone Trail
A new monthly, free publication, “The Minnesota Arrow,” is now available in restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores and other locations in communities situated along the historic Yellowstone Trail auto route, also known as Highway 212.The publication is produced by the Yellowstone Trail of Minnesota, a state affiliate non-profit of the National Yellowstone Trail Association.
City Clerk Lauritsen retires after over 45 years
At Monday evenings meeting of the Montevideo City Council, the council considered a resolution recognizing the retirement of Montevideo City Clerk Glennis Lauritsen.
New book features fictional town set near Granite Falls
You’ve heard of food deserts and health care deserts, and of course desert deserts like the Sahara, but how about story deserts?
CCM Health joins Headwaters High-Value Network
CCM Health announced last week its partnership with the Headwaters High-Value Network, a coalition of 19 independent rural hospitals in Minnesota committed to advancing healthcare statewide.
DEED Secures Federal grant to provide workforce development services for young Minnesotans with disabilities
Last week, the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announced it has received a federal grant to prepare low-income youth and young adults ages 16-24 who have disabilities to complete post-secondary education and successfully transition into the workforce.
Clean, Drain, Dispose every time to prevent aquatic invasive species spread
The upcoming Independence Day holiday brings busier lake accesses and people hurrying to family gatherings and celebrations.
Ask a Trooper: Zipper merge…
Question: With summer time here and all the construction zones, can you talk about the zipper merge?