Articles from the January 12, 2021 edition
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Larissa Jean-Marie Smith
Larissa Jean-Marie Smith June 26, 1983 ~ January 8, 2021 (age 37) Larissa "Baby Girl" Smith, age 37, of Ball Club, MN died tragically and began her journey to the spirit world from St. Mary's Essentia Health Hospital in Duluth, MN on Friday, January 8th, 2021. Larissa Jean-Marie was born June 26, 1983 in Duluth, MN, the youngest...
FBI warns of plans for nationwide armed protests next week
WASHINGTON - The FBI is warning of plans for armed protests at all 50 state capitals and in Washington, D.C., in the days leading up to President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration, stoking fears of more bloodshed after last week's deadly siege at the U.S. Capitol. An internal FBI bulletin warned, as of Sunday, that the nationwide...
Gov. Tim Walz, Republican legislators start session with clash over Capitol attack
Gov. Tim Walz condemned Republican legislators for continuing to sow doubts about the November election results and said he wants to hear them say, "President Trump permitted sedition." "How do we talk about reaching a compromise on the budget when we can't agree that our elections were fair?" Walz asked during an annual event...
'They got a officer!': How a mob dragged and beat police at the Capitol
The Jan. 6 assault on the Capitol building by a pro-Trump mob left a police officer and a rioter dead. More than 50 members of the U.S. Capitol Police were injured, including 15 who required hospitalization, most of them with head wounds, according to Rep. Tim Ryan, D-Ohio. Of all the scenes of violence, one of the most intense...
Everson Griffen slams Kirk Cousins, suggests Mike Zimmer didn't want the QB
Former Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen re-opened questions about the Vikings' 2018 offseason quarterback search over the weekend, tweeting – then deleting and apologizing – a negative opinion about Kirk Cousins and suggesting Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer never wanted Cousins on the Vikings in the first place. "Ask...
Minnesota restaurants and bars resume indoor service, with restrictions
Pedicures done, the only thing missing to top off Jane Murray's birthday celebration on Monday with cousin Dawn Kaphingst was a place to grab a bite to eat - and maybe an adult beverage. Thanks to Gov. Tim Walz's relaxation of his most recent shutdown of restaurants and bars, mission accomplished. The women sat in a...
Best Buy suspends donations to congressional members who voted against certifying election
Best Buy will no longer make political donations to 147 members of the U.S. Senate and House who voted against certifying the results of the 2020 presidential election. The Fortune 500 company based in Richfield issued a brief statement Monday afternoon, six days after unsubstantiated charges of election fraud led supporters of...
Online holiday spending increases 32%, sets record
With many people choosing not to venture out to physical stores to buy gifts, this past holiday season saw a record-breaking $188.2 billion in U.S. online purchases, which represents more than 32% growth from the year before. According to Adobe Analytics, average daily online revenue exceeded $3.1 billion during the holiday...
House speeding to impeach Trump for Capitol 'insurrection'
WASHINGTON - Poised to impeach, the House sped ahead Monday with plans to oust President Donald Trump from office, warning he is a threat to democracy and pushing the vice president and Cabinet to act even more quickly in an extraordinary effort to remove Trump in the final days of his presidency. Trump faces a single charge --...
After frosty few days, Pence, Trump appear to reach détente
WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence appear to have come to a détente after nearly a week of silence, anger and finger-pointing. The two met Monday evening in the Oval Office and had a "good conversation," according to a senior administration official. It was their first time speaking since last...
Protesters gather at Line 3 construction site in Aitkin County
PALISADE, Minn. - Opponents of the Line 3 oil pipeline replacement project gathered Saturday, Jan. 9, in northern Minnesota to protest its construction across northern Minnesota. By mid-morning, a couple hundred people had gathered near Palisade in Aitkin County, where the controversial pipeline Enbridge Energy is building is...
Increase in food benefits to help hungry Minnesotans
All Minnesotans on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and other food assistance programs who are currently receiving the maximum amount will soon see a 15% increase in their monthly food benefits. They do not need to do anything additional to receive this increase. Through the federal Consolidated Appropriations Act, Congress increased the maximum SNAP benefit amount...
Democrats Unveil Legislation To Abolish The Federal Death Penalty
Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Illinois, the incoming chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., are unveiling legislation that would seek to end federal capital punishment, putting a focus on the issue as their party prepares to take over complete control of Congress, along with the White House. The Democratic proposal, shared first with NPR, comes as...
By Launch MN Showcases the Momentum of Our Partners and Startup Grantees in Southeast Region
Seventeen organizations have come together to create the E1 (Entrepreneurs First) Collaborative in Southeast Minnesota. It’s part of a Launch Minnesota initiative to improve coordination and increase capacity across the state’s startup ecosystem – helping startups access the wealth of resources available statewide. On Jan. 7, DEED Commissioner Steve Grove and I held a...
Grades 2-5 will be taking FASTBridge tests at Red Lake Elementary School
During January and into early February, students in Grades 2-5 will be taking FASTBridge tests. In order to help students "warm up to testing" and provide an opportunity for community connection for the month of January, we will be hosting a drive thru for Grades 2-5 students during the week of January 18. Our students will be...
Halloween in Red Lake 2020 - P89
Halloween in Red Lake 2020 Somewhat different, but still a lot of fun for kids and their parents...
Looking Back to June 2011 - Red Lake Elementary School Academy - P12
Looking Back to June 2011 - Red Lake Elementary School Academy...
Looking Back to July 2011 - Red Lake 4th of July Celebration - Evening Session - P3
Looking Back to July 2011 - Red Lake 4th of July Celebration - Evening Session...
Looking Back to July 2011 - Red Lake 4th of July Celebration - Saturday Afternoon Session - P3
Looking Back to July 2011 - Red Lake 4th of July Celebration - Saturday Afternoon Session...
Looking Back to July 2011 - Red Lake Middle School Conference - P3
Looking Back to July 2011 - Red Lake Middle School Conference...
Looking Back to July 2011 - Red Lake 4th of July Celebration - Saturday Afternoon Parade - P2
Looking Back to July 2011 - Red Lake 4th of July Celebration - Saturday Afternoon Parade...
Looking Back to July 2011 - Red Lake 4th of July Celebration - Sunday Afternoon Session - P2
Looking Back to July 2011 - Red Lake 4th of July Celebration - Sunday Afternoon Session...
Looking Back to July 2011 - Red Lake 4th of July Celebration - Monday Afternoon Session - P2
Looking Back to July 2011 - Red Lake 4th of July Celebration - Monday Afternoon Session...
Red Lake Nation Fishery is Hiring!
Red Lake Nation Fishery is Hiring! The Red Lake Fisheries is now accepting applications for the following Positions: • Processors • Quality Control Technicians • Sanitation $10/Hour starting wage! Weekly pay! No experience necessary! Training provided! Must be 16 years or older to apply. Must be punctual, responsible and...
Black History, Black Voices Focus of Free Virtual Programs Offered Week of Dr. MLK Jr's Birthday
Through ongoing programs, content and resources created by Black historians, artists, activists and community leaders, this initiative will deepen the understanding of Black history in Minnesota and the contributions Black Americans have made. Look for more details at www.mnhs.org/blackhistory-blackvoices. The initiative begins with three programs offered the week of Dr. MLK...
