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Articles from the January 18, 2019 edition


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  • WIND CHILL ADVISORY - ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THURSDAY EVENING TO 12 NOON CST FRIDAY

    Jan 18, 2019

    Wind Chill Advisory URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Grand Forks ND 229 PM CST Thu Jan 17 2019 West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-West Marshall-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-Towner-Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-Eastern Walsh County-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-Cass-Western Walsh County-Including the cities of...

  • Trump grounds Pelosi after she imperils his big speech

    Jan 18, 2019

    WASHINGTON — She imperiled his State of the Union address. He denied her an aircraft to visit troops abroad. The shutdown battle between President Donald Trump and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is playing out as a surreal game of constitutional brinksmanship, with both flexing their political powers from opposite ends of Pennsylvania Avenue as the negotiations to end the monthlong partial government shutdown remain stalled. http://www.startribune.com/gop-dismiss-suggestion-that-state-of-union-be-postponed/504470002/...

  • Red Lake Warrior Boys and Girls win at Kelliher-Northome

    Jan 18, 2019

    All Red Lake Warrior teams traveled to Kelliher-Northome on Thursday, January 17, 2019. The Red Lake Lady Warriors won their game 74-42; the Red Lake Warriors won their game 91-80; and 7th and 8th grade boys were also winners. The Lady Warriors are now 11-4 on the season and will host Clearbrook-Gonvick (6-8) tonight, Friday, January 18th. Gerika Kingbird is also 8 points away from reaching 1000 points. The Red Lake Warriors are now 8-6 on the season after their victory....

  • Minnesota Legislative Auditor Jim Nobles subpoenas Department of Public Safety over mishandled data

    Jan 18, 2019

    Legislative Auditor Jim Nobles used his subpoena power for the first time in his 35 year career after the state Department of Public Safety refused to turn over information about data wrongfully turned over to private companies late in 2018. Nobles told legislators Thursday that he is seeking information about an incident in which the addresses of 1,500 people who registered their vehicles with the state were provided to three private companies. http://www.startribune.com/minnesota-legislative-auditor-jim-nobles-subpoenas-ag...

  • Shutdown places unique stresses on federal prison workers in Minnesota

    Jan 18, 2019

    Steve Denzine planned for the government shutdown. He refinanced his home and canceled his family’s annual Christmas vacation to an indoor water park, hoping it might provide enough of a financial cushion to endure a few weeks without pay. Twenty-seven days later, the longest shutdown in U.S. history drags on. http://www.startribune.com/shutdown-places-unique-stresses-on-federal-prison-workers-in-minnesota/504489092/...

  • Trump says US will develop space-based missile defense

    Jan 18, 2019

    WASHINGTON — Moving to protect the U.S. from advanced missile threats from China and Russia, President Donald Trump on Thursday laid out plans for a new array of space-based sensors and other high-tech systems designed to more quickly detect and defeat attacks. Trump, in a speech at the Pentagon, declared that space is the new warfighting domain. And he vowed that the U.S. will develop an unrivaled missile defense system to protect against advanced hypersonic and cruise missile threats from competitors and adversaries. http:...

  • BP: Bemidji food shelf to serve employees affected by shutdown

    Jan 18, 2019

    BEMIDJI-The Bemidji Community Food Shelf is now opening its doors to those affected by the federal government shutdown, the organization announced Thursday. The food shelf is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. No appointment is needed. Customers are asked to bring a photo ID, the names and birthdates of household members, as well as the gross household income. Customers may come once a month and can select enough food for approximately 10 meals. https:/...

  • BP: Tribal flag display a 'small, symbolic' step toward improved relations

    Jan 18, 2019

    BISMARCK — State and tribal relationships took a small but symbolic step forward Thursday, Jan. 17, during a ceremony to recognize the flags of North Dakota’s five tribal nations that are now on display at the state Capitol. “It’s important to us because it means that we’re included and we’re thought of when we’re in the Capitol building,” said Alexis Davis, a member of the Turtle Mountain Youth Council. “For a long time, we felt like we had a voice but no one was listening.” https://www.bemidjipioneer.com/news/government-an...

  • Peterson Joins House Committee on Veterans' Affairs

    Jan 18, 2019

    Congressman Collin C. Peterson (D-MN-7) will serve on the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs in the 116th Congress, a position he previously held from 1995 to 2001. Having served in the North Dakota National Guard from 1963 to 1969, Peterson brings personal military experience and perspective to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. "As a veteran, I look forward to returning to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs and working with Chairman Mark Takano and Ranking Member Phil Roe,"...

  • Unemployment Remains Steady; Four Straight Months at 2.8 Percent

    Jan 18, 2019

    ST. PAUL – Minnesota’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held at 2.8 percent in December, according to data released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), marking the fourth straight month with the same unemployment rate. Minnesota’s unemployment rate remains the lowest since May 1999 and is just above the all-time low of 2.5 percent held in January and February 1999. The state gained 500 jobs in December on a seasonally adjusted basis. November’s previously announced loss of 800 jobs was revised...

  • Lady Warriors back on winning track with 55-44 win over Mahnomen-Waubun - P4

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jan 18, 2019

    RED LAKE, MN - The Red Lake Lady Warriors snapped a 3-game losing streak on Monday, January 14, 2019, as they hosted the Mahnomen-Waubun Thunderbirds in the first game of a double-header. Although seemingly sluggish, Red Lake led right from the beginning and built up a 29-20 halftime lead, then added 26 more in the second half to secure the win, 55-44. Autumn Holthusen led all scorers with 22 points, Gerika Kingbird added 16, and Latayla Pemberton and Kelanna McClain both had 6. Sydney Clark...

  • Warriors improve to 7-6 with 71-62 win over Mahnomen-Waubun - P4

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jan 18, 2019

    RED LAKE, MN - The Red Lake Warriors upped their record to 7-6 on the season with their 71-62 win over Mahnomen-Waubun on Monday, January 14, 2019. The Warriors scored first and led throughout the game, leading by 21 points in the first half, 41-20. Mahnomen outscored Red Lake in the second half, 42-30, and as they got to within 7 of Red Lake, time ran out giving the Warriors the victory, 71-62. Riley Chaboyea led all scorers with 22 points on the night, David Smith added 12, and Delwyn...

  • Red Lake Family and Children Services Winter Fest - P5

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jan 18, 2019

    Red Lake Family and Children Services Winter Fest was held on Friday evening, January 11, 2019, at their site....

  • Red Lake outscored in second half 46-19., loses to Pine River 75-50 - P5

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jan 18, 2019

    RED LAKE, MN - The Red Lake Warriors hosted number 19th ranked in the state Pine River on Friday, January 11, 2019, and were outscoed 46-19 in the second half to give the Tigers the win, 75-50. Red Lake led at the half 31-29 and were keeping pace early. But some hot shooting and minimal turnovers by Pine River gave them the win, while Red Lake couldn't get their shots to fall. Torry Hieshey led all scorers with 25 for Pine River, Louis Buekeis hit for 23 and Broody Raph added 13. Delwyn...

  • Red Lake's Junior Varsity lose to Pine River 50-26 - P5

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jan 18, 2019

    RED LAKE, MN - The Red Lake Warriors hosted number 19th ranked in the state Pine River on Friday, January 11, 2019, and were outscoed 46-19 in the second half to give the Tigers the win, 75-50. Red Lake led at the half 31-29 and were keeping pace early. But some hot shooting and minimal turnovers by Pine River gave them the win, while Red Lake couldn't get their shots to fall. Torry Hieshey led all scorers with 25 for Pine River, Louis Buekeis hit for 23 and Broody Raph added 13. Delwyn...

  • Community Wellness Gathering - "A Return to Tradition" - P7

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jan 18, 2019

    RED LAKE, MN - On Wednesday, January 9. 2019, an Opening Ceremony was held for the Community Wellness Gathering at about 9 AM at the Red Lake Nation College by Jason Hart and Kelly Iceman, Cultural Coordinators, along with a welcome and opening remarks by Executive Director of Red Lake Chemical Health Programs, Tom Barrett, followed by Jerry Loud, Executive Director of the Oshkiimaajitadah Program. The objective of this three-day gathering was to provide a catalyst for change in the community...

  • Northwoods too much for Warriors in 82-54 loss on Friday night - P10

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jan 18, 2019

    RED LAKE, MN - The Red Lake Warriors hosted Northwoods on Friday, January 4, 2019, hanging in pretty much most of the first half. Despite the speed and height of Northwoods, Red Lake trailed by just 7 points, 31-24. The Warriors were outscored in the second half 51-30 however, and lost the game 82-54. T. J. Chibotti led all scorers for Northwoods with 30 points, Dariaus Googleye and Cade Googleye each added 15 and Dylan Chibotti hit for 12. Delwyn Holthusen Jr. led Red Lake with 21 points,...

  • NEW YEARS EVE TRADITIONAL POW-WOW HELD IN RED LAKE - P13

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jan 18, 2019

    RED LAKE, MN - The annual New Years Eve Traditional Pow Wow was held at the Red Lake Humanities beginning at 6 PM Friday evening. Although scheduled, there was no Grand Entry, making it even more traditional, everything got underway shortly after 7 PM. There were dance specials including the Potato Dance, Spot Dances, Street Clothes Dance and a Red Dress Special, in memory of Missing/Murdered Indigenous Women. There was also a Food Contest with prizes for Best Fry bread, Best Wild Game, Best...

  • Red Lake Lady Warriors now 8-1 on season after 79-42 win over Lake of the Woods - P17

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jan 18, 2019

    RED LAKE - The Red Lake Lady Warriors hosted Lake of the Woods on Thursday, December 20, 2018, taking a 49-21 half-time lead and cruising on to the 79-42 win. The win put Red Lake at 8-1 on the season, losing only to Stephen-Argyle in a tournament match last week. Angel McClain lead all scorers with 26 points, Autumn Holthusen had 19 and Gerika Kingbird hit for 15. Ashton Aery had 15 for Lake of the Woods, and Rebekah Fraser added 11. Red Lake will travel to Cass Lake on Friday, December 21st...

  • Lady Warriors now 7-1 on season after 98-29 win over Laporte - P21

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jan 18, 2019

    RED LAKE - The Red Lake Lady Warriors came out in a fury on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at home, racking up a quick 76-18 point lead in the first half of their game with Laporte. They would add 22 more points with mostly reserves playing in the second half, crusing to the 98-29 victory. It was the first game of a double-header in Red Lake where both the boys and girls would take to the court. Gerika Kingbird led all scorers in the game with 25 points, 23 in the first half, Autumn Holthusen added...

  • Award-winning performers to headline leadership conference for Native Youth

    Jan 18, 2019

    Mesa, Arizona – January 17, 2019 – Native American hip hop artist Frank Waln, and actor turned medical physician Dr. Evan Adams, will give motivational presentations at the United National Indian Tribal Youth’s (UNITY) annual midyear conference, February 15-18, 2019, at Embassy Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. The UNITY Midyear Conference will engage more than 300 Native youth in activities to help them assume leadership roles, including advocating for their tribal communities. “We have seen Native youth go from be...

  • Bored in Class: A National Survey Finds Nearly 1 in 3 Teens Are Bored 'Most or All of the Time' in School, and a Majority Report High Levels of Stress

    Jan 18, 2019

    The difference between Hannah Williams’s old and new high schools was night and day. The Nevada teen had dropped out of her first school — twice. She was suffering from anxiety, dealing with a chaotic family life that shifted her in and out of homes, and feeling disengaged amid overcrowded classrooms and teachers who had little time for her. https://www.the74million.org/bored-in-class-a-national-survey-finds-nearly-1-in-3-teens-are-bored-most-or-all-of-the-time-in-school-and-a-majority-report-high-levels-of-stress/...

  • How one South Carolina school district is making a move toward year-round schooling

    Jan 18, 2019

    An Upstate school district could become the first in South Carolina to move toward year-round education. The Oconee County School District in the northwestern corner of the state is considering adopting a modified calendar for the 2020-21 school year that would shorten summer vacation from 11 to seven weeks and create two-week holidays at the end of every nine-week grading period. https://www.postandcourier.com/news/how-one-south-carolina-school-district-is-making-a-move/article_cac6e68e-18eb-11e9-9a78-eb582246a297.html...

  • School lunches shrink as one NC school district feels heat from government shutdown

    Jan 18, 2019

    The federal government’s budget stalemate over border security is causing lunches to shrink at one eastern North Carolina school district. Vance County Schools officials announced on Facebook late Tuesday that lunch menus “have been revised to a minimum level to conserve food and funding” starting Jan. 21. The county is about 50 miles northeast of Durham, along the Virginia state line. Read more here: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article224611465.html#storylink=cpy...

  • First Nations Receives W.K. Kellogg Foundation Grant of $1.8 Million to Continue Work to Improve Native American Food Sovereignty Efforts

    Jan 18, 2019

    LONGMONT, Colorado (January 17, 2019) – First Nations Development Institute (First Nations) has received a $1.8 million grant over three years from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) to help Native American communities build more equitable food systems to promote the health and well-being of children and families. This grant allows First Nations to significantly build upon WKKF’s longtime and substantial support of First Nations’ Native Agriculture and Food Systems Initiative (NAFSI) by partnering with Native communities and organ...

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