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  • Paul Leo Smith, Sr.

    Feb 15, 2019

    Paul Leo Smith, Sr. December 26, 1926 - February 11, 2019 Paul Leo Smith, Sr., 92, of Red Lake, MN died Monday, February 11, 2019 at the Jourdain Perpich Extended Care Facility. Memorial services will be held at 1:30 pm, Saturday, February 16, 2019 at Mission School Gym in Red Lake, MN with Fr. Jerry Rogers officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. He was born December 26, 1926 in Red Lake, MN the son of Joseph and Margaret (Stand) Smith. He was raised and educated in Red...

  • Lady Warriors move to 14-4 on season with 85-65 win over Clearbrook-Gonvick

    Feb 15, 2019

    The Red Lake Lady Warriors upped their record to 14-4 on the season with their win over Clearbrook-Gonvick 85-65 on Thursday, February 14, 2019. Red Lake led at the half 49-31. Clearbrook-Gonvick drops to 7-15 on the season. Red Lake travels to Pine River-Backus on February 15, to Northwoods on February 16 and hosts Blackduck on February 19th....

  • John Gene Morrow

    Feb 15, 2019

    John Gene Morrow June 4, 1952 ~ February 13, 2019 (age 66) John Gene Morrow, "GIINIW", which means Golden Eagle, age 66, of Bemidji, began his spiritual journey on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at his home with his family by his side. John was born on June 4, 1952 in Cass Lake, the son of Arthur and Mary (Mitchell) Morrow. John grew up in Cass Lake, then moved to attend school in Boys Town, NE. From there he attended Brigham Young University in Utah, before returning to Minneapolis where he...

  • Senate OKs border deal; Trump will sign, declare emergency

    Feb 15, 2019

    WASHINGTON - Congress steamed toward lopsided approval of a border security compromise Thursday night that would avert a second painful government shutdown but ignite a major new confrontation - this time over President Donald Trump's plan to bypass lawmakers and declare a national emergency to siphon billions from other federal coffers for his wall on the Mexican boundary. Wall money in the bill, about $1.4 billion, is far below the $5.7 billion Trump has insisted he must have. The White House...

  • Amazon dumps NYC headquarters and its promised 25,000 jobs

    Feb 15, 2019

    NEW YORK - Amazon abruptly dropped plans Thursday for a big new headquarters in New York that would have brought 25,000 jobs to the city, reversing course after politicians and activists objected to the nearly $3 billion in incentives promised to what is already one of the world's richest, most powerful companies. "We are disappointed to have reached this conclusion - we love New York," the online giant from Seattle said in a blog post announcing its withdrawal. http://www.st...

  • EPA rolls out plan to deal with toxic chemicals in water

    Feb 15, 2019

    WASHINGTON — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) outlined a national plan Thursday to deal with public health risks of pollution caused by a family of chemicals used in many household products, including those produced by Minnesota-based 3M Co. Drinking water and groundwater pollution caused by perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances — known as PFAS — has been linked to cancer and other serious health risks, including immune system, liver and thyroid problems and in animal studies low birthweights and increased mortality in of...

  • Gophers rout Purdue for fifth win in a row in women's basketball

    Feb 15, 2019

    West Lafayette, Ind. - Make that five wins in a row for the surging Gophers. Destiny Pitts scored 27 points and Kenisha Bell 17 as the Gophers defeated Purdue 65-45 on Thurday night in Big Ten women's basketball at Mackey Arena by dominating the fourth quarter. http://www.startribune.com/gophers-rout-purdue-for-fifth-win-in-a-row-in-women-s-basketball/505864792/...

  • Mille Lacs anglers will be able to keep some walleyes this year

    Feb 15, 2019

    Citing an upward trend in the Mille Lacs walleye population, state regulators announced Thursday that they will "cautiously allow anglers to start keeping some fish" from the popular fishing lake starting May 11. Specifics of the new management plan won't be announced until mid-March. But the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is considering allowing the walleye harvest during the cool-water periods of spring and fall, according to a release Thursday morning. htt...

  • Denver teachers back at work after winning deal with raises

    Feb 15, 2019

    DENVER — Denver teachers ended a three-day walkout and returned to their classrooms Thursday, greeted by hugs and high-fives, after their union reached a tentative deal raising their pay as much as 11 percent, the latest win in a national movement by educators to raise their wages and advocate for changes in schools. The deal was worked out in talks that lasted through the night and signed shortly before classes started. Teachers were encouraged to return to their classrooms, even though the deal awaits ratification by the union membership. h...

  • BP: More than 100 walk in a sign of solidarity for Indigenous people

    Feb 15, 2019

    BEMIDJI-More than 100 people, either dressed in red or carrying crimson signs, marched through Bemidji on Thursday to show solidarity for missing and murdered Indigenous women and their families. The local march was just one of several similar events taking place on an international scale. In both the United States and Canada, activists took to the streets to advocate for Native American women who've been disproportionately targeted for violence. https://www.bemidjipioneer.co...

  • Governor Tim Walz to Chair Governors' Biofuels Coalition

    Feb 15, 2019

    St. Paul, MN - The Governors’ Biofuels Coalition will name Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to serve as the 2019 chair of the coalition, a move that has the support of Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen along with thousands of corn and soybean farmers throughout the state. “Midwest governors have played an important role on the Biofuels Coalition and ensuring that state and national renewable energy policies will expand the growth of this industry,” said Commissioner Petersen. “I look forward to supporting Governor Walz and his wor...

  • BP: Trump tweet sparks effort to rescind Wounded Knee medals

    Feb 15, 2019

    RAPID CITY, S.D. - A controversial tweet by President Donald Trump could be a catalyst to rescind medals that were awarded for the 1890 Wounded Knee Massacre, a South Dakota organization hopes. Four Directions Inc. sent letters last week to Trump and other federal officials. The letters ask for the removal of 20 medals of honor that were awarded to soldiers who participated in the massacre, which killed 250 or more Native Americans, including many women and children. https://...

  • PFA Approves over $26 Million for Water Infrastructure Projects

    Feb 15, 2019

    ST. PAUL – The Minnesota Public Facilities Authority (PFA) approved $26 million in loan and grant funding for water infrastructure projects in Minnesota. Funding was approved for Evansville, Verndale, Windom and Dennison. “Access to clean, usable water is essential for all Minnesotans,” said Governor Tim Walz. “This funding will support projects that give these Greater Minnesota communities the ability to improve their water resources.” “Investing in infrastructure shows that these communities are eager to serve current and future business an...

  • New Biofuels Blending Infrastructure Grants Available

    Feb 15, 2019

    ST. PAUL, MN – The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) plans to award up to $650,000 in Biofuels Blending Infrastructure Grants this year to help spur economic growth and environmentally friendly practices in Minnesota’s biofuel industries. The grants are part of the Agricultural Growth, Research, and Innovation (AGRI) Grant Program which supports the advancement of the state’s agriculture and renewable energy industries. Minnesota-based organizations eligible for the AGRI Biofuel Blending Infrastructure Grants include for-profit business...

  • MDA Grant to Help Schools, Early Care and Education Facilities Purchase Milk Coolers

    Feb 15, 2019

    St. Paul, MN: The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is awarding up to $50,000 in Agricultural Growth, Research and Innovation (AGRI) grants to eligible institutions to increase the use of Minnesota dairy in their nutrition programs. The AGRI Milk Cooler Grant assists schools and early care and education organizations in purchasing milk coolers and related dairy equipment. Each school or organization may apply for up to $1,500.00 per milk cooler. A maximum of three proposals will be accepted for each organization or school district. Elig...

  • Lady Warriors, who haven't played since January, take down Cass Lake 75-66 - P4

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Feb 15, 2019

    RED LAKE - The Cass Lake Lady Panthers traveled to Red Lake on Monday, February 11, 2019 and were on a 9-game winning streak. Red Lake's Lady Warriors hadn't played since January 18th when they defeated Clearbrook-Gonvick in Red Lake 82-51. In December, Red Lake defeated the Lady Panthers 73-57 in Cass Lake. At the tip-off, Cass Lake scored first and were off to a quick start. But the Lady Warriors came back and finally took the lead midway through the first half, ending at 35-30. They...

  • Cass Lake Panthers move to 21-1 on season with 71-59 win over Red Lake - P4

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Feb 15, 2019

    RED LAKE - In a double-header, with the Lady Warriors getting the win in the first game, the boys basketball team played in the second game, along with the Junior Varsity boys and girls playing in another gym. Both JV teams lost to Cass Lake. The Warriors hung in with the Panthers in the early minutes of play, but at the half Cass Lake had built up a 15-point lead, 40-25. Red Lake fought to come back from the deficit, coming to within 8 points in the second half, but with time winding down the...

  • Warriors improve to 9-7 on season with 76-67 win over Blackduck - P15

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Feb 15, 2019

    RED LAKE, MN - The Red Lake Warriors hosted the Blackduck Drakes on Friday, January 25, 2019, taking a 39-33 half time lead and holding on to win 76-67. Justin Barrett let the Warriors with 28 points, 17 in the first half, followed by Delwyn Holthusen III with 22 and Chase Rosebear adding 10. Dylan Moen led Blackduck with 17 points, Kobe Arp hit for 16 and Dane Savage had 13 points. Red Lake is now 9-7 on the season while Blackduck drops to 5-10. The Warriors were set to travel to Fond du Lac...

  • Warriors drop to 8-7 on season with loss to Nevis 70-65 in Red Lake - P18

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Feb 15, 2019

    RED LAKE, MN - The Red Lake Warriors (8-6) hosted the Nevis Tigers (8-6) on Tuesday, January 22, 2019. Both teams pretty much evenly matched, it was a close game right from the start, as Nevis led 35-30 at the half. Red Lake would eventually tie the game a couple times late in the second half, but Nevis would come right back and retake the lead. With just a little over a minute to play, Nevis was up by 4 points and Red Lake had its chances, but just couldn't pull it off, as the Tigers hung on...

  • Lady Warriors move to 12-4 on season with 82-51 win over Clearbrook-Gonvick - P20

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Feb 15, 2019

    RED LAKE, MN - The Red Lake Lady Warriors hosted the Clearbrook-Gonvick Bears on Friday, January 18, 2019, and although the Bears scored first, it was their only lead of the night, as Red Lake cruised from a 50-21 half time lead, to finish 82-51. Gerika Kingbird led all scorers with 20 points, also hitting her 1000th career point when she hit 8 in the first half, Autumn Holthusen followed with 17 and Angel McClain and Latayla Pemberton each added 11 points. Annebelle Phillips led the Bears with...

  • Lady Warriors move to 12-4 on season with 82-51 win over Clearbrook-Gonvick - Set II - P20

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Feb 15, 2019

    RED LAKE, MN - The Red Lake Lady Warriors hosted the Clearbrook-Gonvick Bears on Friday, January 18, 2019, and although the Bears scored first, it was their only lead of the night, as Red Lake cruised from a 50-21 half time lead, to finish 82-51. Gerika Kingbird led all scorers with 20 points, also hitting her 1000th career point when she hit 8 in the first half, Autumn Holthusen followed with 17 and Angel McClain and Latayla Pemberton each added 11 points. Annebelle Phillips led the Bears with...

  • Lady Warriors back on winning track with 55-44 win over Mahnomen-Waubun - P24

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Feb 15, 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...

  • YOUTH OUTREACH SPECIALIST - ABINOOJIIYAG NOOJIMOO WIGAMIG (RED LAKE REGIONAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE COMPLEX)

    Feb 15, 2019

    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT YOUTH OUTREACH SPECIALIST ABINOOJIIYAG NOOJIMOO WIGAMIG (RED LAKE REGIONAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE COMPLEX) Open: February 14, 2019 Closing: February 28, 2019 @ 3pm PRIMARY FUNCTION Will provide case management and Children's Therapeutic Services and Supports (CTSS) mental health rehabilitative services to youth with serious mental health diagnosis in a co-occurring mental health and substance use disorder in Abinoojiyag Noojimoo Wigamigs Native Connections outpatient program. The...

  • HEMP BILL ALIVE DESPITE NOEM

    Feb 15, 2019

    PIERRE – The South Dakota House of Representatives rejected a call from the state’s governor to shelf plans to legalize hemp in South Dakota. By a vote of 65-2 representatives passed a bill that could make hemp farming and production in the South Dakota legal. https://www.lakotacountrytimes.com/articles/hemp-bill-alive-despite-noem/...

  • Bemidji Junior Jaycees donate to Best Christmas Ever

    Feb 15, 2019

    On December 13, 2018, the Bemidji Junior Jaycees donated $176.82 to the Best Christmas Ever, hosted by Target in Bemidji....

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