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Articles from the March 20, 2020 edition


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  • Margaret "Peggy" Ann Treuer

    Mar 20, 2020

    Margaret "Peggy" Ann Treuer November 19, 1943 - March 18, 2020 Margaret Seelye Treuer, whose Ojibwe names were Giiwedinookwe (North Wind Woman) and Aazhideyaashiikwe (Crossing Flight Woman), of the Turtle Clan, was born November 19, 1943, in Cass Lake, Minnesota, and died at home on March 18, 2020. Peggy grew up in a one-room cabin in Bena, MN, with her five siblings. She graduated from Cass Lake High School in 1961. Ambitious from the start, she went on to get her degree from St. Luke's...

  • Gov. Tim Walz: 'Shelter in place' order a tool in the 'toolbox'

    Mar 20, 2020

    First there was the state of emergency declaration canceling large gatherings. Then came public school closures, followed by bars, restaurants, movie theaters and other public spaces. But there's one tool Gov. Tim Walz says he's not ready to use to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus in Minnesota - at least not yet. http://www.startribune.com/gov-tim-walz-shelter-in-place-order-a-tool-in-the-toolbox/568940152/...

  • Gov. Tim Walz orders Minnesota hospitals to postpone elective surgeries over coronavirus

    Mar 20, 2020

    Gov. Tim Walz has ordered hospitals to postpone elective surgeries because of the COVID-19 pandemic emergency, a move that is designed to conserve resources as well as protect patients and caregivers. Some health care systems, including the four largest in the state, have already begun pulling back on elective surgeries. Earlier this week, the Minnesota Hospital Association asked the governor to issue an order to make the practice standard across the state. http://www.startri...

  • COVID-19 and the outdoors: Peace in the wild

    Mar 20, 2020

    In the middle of last week, I took a long-planned camping trip with three of my college kids. We settled in at a small but comfortable cabin, Big Bluestem, in Afton State Park. The skies were leaden with clouds and the breeze was cold when we arrived in midday. We quickly dumped the gear, pulled up buffs, and hiked off to the nearest trail to get close to the St. Croix River. As we walked, birds pierced the quiet with song, or darted past. Wind rustled the oak holdovers. Our icy ski trail was...

  • Minneapolis extends coronavirus emergency

    Mar 20, 2020

    Minneapolis City Council members asked Mayor Jacob Frey to ensure vulnerable residents receive help as they extended the public health emergency that gives him more power to respond to the coronavirus. Noting the city could lose millions in revenue as a result of the economic fallout and the demand for social services will rise, council members asked him to ensure that first responders have access to protective gear, promote housing stability, support small businesses, increase outreach to...

  • US, Mexico discuss halting much of cross-border travel

    Mar 20, 2020

    SAN DIEGO - The United States and Mexico are working on plans to halt much of cross-border travel without disrupting trade during the coronavirus outbreak, officials said Thursday. Mexican Foreign Relations Secretary Marcelo Ebrard said he proposed steps to U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo that "won't paralyze economic activity and keep the border open to commerce and work." He promised details on Friday. http://www.startribune.com/us-mexico-discuss-halting-much-of-cross-b...

  • California governor issues statewide stay-at-home order

    Mar 20, 2020

    SACRAMENTO, Calif. - California's 40 million residents should stay home indefinitely and venture outside only for essential jobs, errands and some exercise, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Thursday, warning that the coronavirus threatens to overwhelm the state's medical system. The move, the most sweeping by any state so far, was an exclamation point at the end of a week of increasingly aggressive moves meant to keep the virus in check by forcing people to stay away from each other as often as possible....

  • Before the coronavirus outbreak, a cascade of preparedness warnings

    Mar 20, 2020

    WASHINGTON – The outbreak of the respiratory virus began in China and was quickly spread around the world by air travelers, who ran high fevers. In the United States, it was first detected in Chicago, and 47 days later the World Health Organization declared a pandemic. By then it was too late: 110 million Americans were expected to become ill, leading to 7.7 million hospitalized and 586,000 dead. That scenario, code-named "Crimson Contagion," was simulated by the Trump administration's D...

  • 3/19/2020 Beltrami County COVID-19 Update

    Mar 20, 2020

    LET'S TALK ABOUT TP... The news of COVID-19 sparked a lot of panic buying and people stocking up on essentials... some people stocked up a lot! The good news is, they probably won't have to buy the beloved paper product for many months to come. Others were left with none. If you find yourself having to use something other than designated toilet paper, Beltrami County Environmental Services has the following message. Update from Brent Rud, Environment Services Director Out of Toilet Paper??? Everyone has heard the stories about shortages of...

  • Blitz on booze: Liquor sales brisk as virus threat looms

    Mar 20, 2020

    BEMIDJI -- Toilet paper wasn't the only item flying off store shelves this past week. Liquor stores in the Bemidji area were toasting increased sales as customers wasted little time stocking up on wine, beer and spirits. As the coronavirus threat heightened, stores were inundated much like they are in pre-holiday or pre-blizzard times. https://www.bemidjipioneer.com/news/5007781-Blitz-on-booze-Liquor-sales-brisk-as-virus-threat-looms...

  • DNR COVID-19 response: What you need to know

    Mar 20, 2020

    In accordance with guidance from the Minnesota Department of Health, we have adjusted our services, events and operations to protect Minnesotans and prevent further spread of COVID-19. Our public lands remain open but we have closed some buildings. We have canceled or postponed many public events and meetings. You will find the latest details below. What’s open State parks, state forests, recreation areas, and other public lands remain open. The following facilities will remain open at state parks: • Outdoor areas, campgrounds, camper cab...

  • Situation in Minnesota

    Mar 20, 2020

    The number of lab-confirmed positive tests among Minnesota residents will be updated daily on Situation Update for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) with test results from the previous day. The total number of cases is likely an underestimate, as we know the the virus is circulating in communities. It is important for everyone to follow advice on community mitigation and social distancing to help us flatten the case curve. Minnesota News and Outreach • Today, Governor Tim Walz announced that no later than 5 p.m. on March 23, 2020, all n...

  • The President's Coronavirus Guidelines for America 15 Days to Slow the Spread

    Mar 20, 2020

    1. Listen to and follow the directions of your state and local authorities. 2. If you feel sick, stay home. Do not go to work. Contact your medical provider. 3. If your children are sick, keep them at home. Do not send them to school. Contact your medical provider. 4. If someone in your household has tested positive for the coronavirus, keep the entire household at home. Do not go to work. Do not go to school. Contact your medical provider. 5. If you are an older person, stay home and away from other people. 6. If you are a person with a...

  • Helping Minnesota Businesses during COVID-19

    Mar 20, 2020

    We care deeply about your business and are actively working with state and federal partners on measures to assist businesses through this unprecedented time. DEED is regularly connecting with business leaders from around Minnesota to offer information, hear their questions and ensure we are doing all we can as quickly as we can. U.S. Small Business Administration loans available soon One way Minnesota businesses may be able to get assistance is through low interest loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Governor Walz has...

  • Red Lake School District #38 - Food Service for Children - P3

    Mar 20, 2020

    The COVID-19 School Closure has left families concerned about the availability of a variety of resources during the school shutdown. To address this concern, Red Lake School District, will be preparing and delivering breakfast and lunch to the homes of children aged 18 and under daily (Monday through Friday). March 17 – 27 RLSD #38 will provide a breakfast/lunch program during the time of the school shutdown. The breakfast and lunch will be delivered together, in one box or bag. The program will...

  • Lady Warriors season ends with loss to Minneota 57-37 in first round of State Tournament - P5

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Mar 20, 2020

    As reported by KKCQ Sports Radio, top seed and defending state champion Minneota (31-1) scored the first seven points of the game and didn't look back, securing a 57-37 win over Red Lake (21-10) on Thursday in the 2020 MSHSL Class A Girls Basketball Tournament quarterfinals played at Maturi Pavilion on the campus of the University of Minnesota. The Vikings, seeking their third state title since 2013 and making their ninth state tournament run, will head to the state semifinals to face the...

  • Lady Warriors season ends with loss to Minneota 57-37 in first round of State Tournament - Set 2 - P5

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Mar 20, 2020

    As reported by KKCQ Sports Radio, top seed and defending state champion Minneota (31-1) scored the first seven points of the game and didn't look back, securing a 57-37 win over Red Lake (21-10) on Thursday in the 2020 MSHSL Class A Girls Basketball Tournament quarterfinals played at Maturi Pavilion on the campus of the University of Minnesota. The Vikings, seeking their third state title since 2013 and making their ninth state tournament run, will head to the state semifinals to face the...

  • Red Lake Lady Warriors win Section 8A Tournament with 64-54 win over Badger-Greenbush-Middle River - P8

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Mar 20, 2020

    FROM KKCQ SPORTS The Red Lake Warriors overcame foul trouble and a halftime deficit to win their third Section 8A championship in the last four years. With the Warriors trailing 21-20 at halftime, they scored the first six points of the second half to take a 26-21 lead, a lead they would not give up. Junior Kelanna McClain fouled out with 3:01 left in the game, but the Warriors were able to hold off a late charge by the Gators. Autumn Holthusen connected on four three pointers as Red Lake...

  • Warriors season ends with upset overtime loss to Blackduck 81-79 - P8

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Mar 20, 2020

    FROM KKCQ SPORTS Despite having two of their top players foul out during regulation, the Blackduck Drakes were able to advance in the East Sub-Section 8A Tournament with a thrilling overtime win over the Red Lake Warriors. Dylan Moen scored 20 points and Ethan Merrill added 19 for Blackduck as the Drakes improve to 19-8. Delwyn Holthusen had a huge game for the Warriors as he scored 30 points and pulled down 26 rebounds as the Warriors end their season at 15-12. Blackduck will play Cass...

  • Red Lake Warriors advance with 69-65 win over Kelliher-Northome - P9

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Mar 20, 2020

    Red Lake Warriors advance in Section 8A Boys Basketball Tournament with 69-65 win over Kelliher-Northome Will play Blackduck on Saturday, March 7th at the REA in Thief River Falls...

  • Lady Warriors advance to 8A Section Championship with 73-65 upset win over Fosston - P12

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Mar 20, 2020

    From KKCQ SPORTS The Red Lake Warriors withstood a furious rally from the Fosston Greyhounds to earn a berth in the Section 8A Championship game on Friday night. With Red Lake leading by 19 points at 38-19, the Greyhounds closed the first half with a 6-0 run and trailed the Warriors 38-25 at halftime. The Greyhounds would eventually get to within one point at 47-46, but the Warriors responded with a quick 8-0 run to take back command of the game. Gerika Kingbird led the Warriors with 27 points...

  • Red Lake Nation 2020 State of the Band - P13

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Mar 20, 2020

    Red Lake Nation 2020 State of the Band Future Projects Discussed at Annual Red Lake Nation State of the Band Address Red Lake Tribal Chairman Darrell Seki, Sr. discussed the tribe's solar initiative, among other issues, at this year's Red Lake Nation State of the Band Address on Friday. Seki said they are currently in the process of selecting a location for their solar farm. https://lptv.org/future-projects-discussed-at-annual-red-lake-nation-state-of-the-band-address/ ------...

  • #3 Lady Warriors step up game to knock off #2 Cass Lake-Bena 73-69 to advance in Class A - Section 8 Girls Basketball Tournament - P13

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Mar 20, 2020

    THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN – The Red Lake Lady Warriors had their work cut out for them in the second round of the Girls Section 8A Tournament, where they would be playing without one of their key players, Autumn Holthusen. Holthusen had 2 technical fouls called on her in Thursday night's game against Goodridge-Grygla resulting in a one game suspension. But Coach Randy Holthusen's game plan called for the rest of the team to step-up their game and that was exactly what they did. The girls ran hard a...

  • Warriors fall to Nevis in last regular game of year, 63-57; JV Boys also lose to Tigers 56-48 - P13

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Mar 20, 2020

    RED LAKE, MN - The Red Lake Warriors played Nevis on the road on January 21, 2020, and defeated them 75-66. It was a little different when Red Lake hosted them on Friday, February 28th. Four Nevis players were in double figures that night, and some of them were deadly on 3-pointers. Red Lake trailed 29-25 in the first half, and in the second just couldn't make up enough ground to overtake Nevis. Eddie Kramer led Nevis with 17, Derek Lindow and Luke Dewulf each added 16 and Ty Harrington hit for...

  • Red Lake Lady Warriors advance in Section 8A with 77-57 win over Goodridge/Grygla - P14

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Mar 20, 2020

    RED LAKE, MN - On December 12, 2019, the Red Lake Lady Warriors played the Goodridge/Grygla Chargers at the NCTC Tournament, losing 59-53. It was a different story on Thursday, February 27, 2020 when the two clashed in the opening round of Class A - Section 8 Girls Basketball in Red Lake. Goodridge/Grygla, seeded #6 in the tournament, scored first in the game and built up a 6-2 lead early, until the Lady Warriors, seeded #3, tied the score and went ahead 9-8 at the 12:28 mark of the first half....

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