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Articles from the May 4, 2018 edition


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  • Bemidji Pioneer: Red Lake man charged in shooting death

    May 4, 2018

    ST. PAUL-A Red Lake man was charged Thursday with one count of second-degree murder in the April 28 shooting death of a man on the reservation. Police are still looking for other people involved in the killing, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney's Office. http://www.bemidjipioneer.com/news/4440800-red-lake-man-charged-shooting-death...

  • Grand Forks police suspect murder-suicide in shooting deaths of mother, 3 children

    May 4, 2018

    GRAND FORKS, N.D. — A mother and her three children were found dead Thursday inside a northeastern North Dakota home, and police said their deaths were apparent homicides and a suicide. Police said 35-year-old Astra Volk and her children, 14-year-old Tyler Talmage, 10-year-old Aidan Talmage and 6-year-old Arianna Talmage all had gunshot wounds. A handgun was found at the scene in Grand Forks and no suspects were being sought. https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/03/four-bodies-found-in-home-near-grand-forks-nd-lewis-and-clark-...

  • Spring 2018 - Red Lake DNR Newsletter

    May 4, 2018

    Spring 2018 - Red Lake DNR Newsletter http://www.redlakednr.org/...

  • Will your taxes go up or down? A closer look at three competing plans

    May 4, 2018

    The next two weeks will be hectic for Minnesota lawmakers involved in rewriting the state’s tax code to align it with recent federal changes. For even the most dedicated observers of the state Legislature, the coming negotiations will likely be complex. But what lawmakers agree upon between now and the May 21 session’s end could have lasting effects on Minnesotans’ bank accounts. https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/03/will-your-taxes-go-up-or-down-a-closer-look-at-three-competing-plans/...

  • Inspired by Standing Rock: Inspired by Standing Rock

    Michael Meuers|May 4, 2018

    Inspired by Standing Rock, a student film explores the cultural and spiritual significance of water by traveling to visit Red Lake Nation, interviewing elders and traditional people about the Sacred Lake and then traveled to the Sacred Ganges River in India. The student filmmakers came to Red Lake and the traditional village of Ponemah from the College of St. Benedict & St. John's University. Their mission is to foster awareness surrounding social justice issues through the creation of annual...

  • Minnesota Senate approves its tax plan; now the tough negotiations begin

    May 4, 2018

    The Republican-led Minnesota Senate narrowly passed a tax overhaul Thursday designed to align the state’s tax code with recent federal changes. The party-line vote illustrates how far apart Republicans and Democrats remain on the best way to address some of the biggest changes in the federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that was approved by Congress in December. https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/03/mn-senate-approves-its-tax-plan-now-the-tough-negotiations-begin/...

  • Lindsay Whalen hires back one of her former Gophers assistant coaches

    May 4, 2018

    Gophers women’s basketball coach Lindsay Whalen added Danielle O’Banion as the final assistant coach on her staff, the school announced Wednesday. O’Banion joins Kelly Roysland and Carly Thibault-DuDonis as Whalen’s assistants for the 2018-19 season. They will be stewards of the U program while Whalen continues to play for the Minnesota Lynx in the WNBA this summer. https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/03/gophers-womens-basketball-coach-lindsay-whalen-completes-staff/...

  • St. Paul man who repeatedly stabbed woman at homeless shelter in head sentenced to 19 years

    May 4, 2018

    A St. Paul man who repeatedly stabbed a woman in the head, face, side and stomach at a downtown St. Paul homeless shelter is heading to prison. Ramsey County District Court Judge Thomas Gilligan Wednesday sentenced Tim Davin Dortch to nearly 20 years for the attack, which took place in January of 2017, court records say. https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/03/st-paul-man-who-repeatedly-stabbed-woman-at-homeless-shelter-in-head-sentenced-to-19-years/...

  • St. Paul's Festival of Nations kicks off with cultural offerings from nearly 100 ethnic groups

    May 4, 2018

    The 2018 Festival of Nations, which explores the cultural traditions of nearly 100 ethnic groups, kicked off Thursday and runs through Sunday. Attendees from this state and surrounding ones get to experience Minnesota’s largest multi-cultural celebration. As usual, attendees can expect music, dance, culinary delights and informational exhibits. https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/03/3047441/...

  • Northern Minnesota officials worry about costs of potential pipeline protests

    May 4, 2018

    County officials in northern Minnesota are worried about large-scale protests if Enbridge Energy gets approval to replace its Line 3 crude oil pipeline and have asked regulators to find a way to force the company to cover the costs to local governments. Susan Morris, president of the Association of Minnesota Counties, made the request in a letter filed with the state Public Utilities Commission, which is expected to decide next month whether to approve the project and, if it’s approved, what route it should take across Minnesota. The letter, s...

  • Burger King restaurants close in Twin Cities metro, St. Cloud and Brainerd

    May 4, 2018

    EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — Nine Burger King fast food restaurants have abruptly closed in the Twin Cities metro and St. Cloud, leaving about 200 employees without jobs. KMSP-TV reports the closed restaurants are owned by P3 Foods, which filed for bankruptcy in the fall of 2016. Documents show the court ordered P3 to surrender its properties immediately. P3 says company executives are working on a transition to new ownership. https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/02/burger-king-closed-st-paul-minneapolis-eden-prairie-st-cloud/...

  • Vikings' defense using NFC title game collapse as 'fuel'

    May 4, 2018

    The NFL’s top-ranked defense was a no-show the last time the Vikings played. In the NFC Championship Game in January, the Vikings fell apart, losing 38-7 at Philadelphia. They allowed a season-most point total and a season-high 456 total yards. https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/02/vikings-defense-using-as-fuel-collapse-against-eagles-in-nfc-title-game/...

  • That major bipartisan sexual harassment bill … it's stumbling in the Minnesota Senate now

    May 4, 2018

    A bipartisan sexual harassment proposal that could affect every workplace in Minnesota now faces an uncertain future at the Capitol. The bill would remove a legal hurdle that supporters say has led to courts throwing out cases, even when they involve piggish behavior that many would consider sexual harassment. https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/03/that-major-bipartisan-sexual-harassment-bill-its-stumbling-in-the-minnesota-senate-now/...

  • Bemidji Pioneer: BSU graduate Naomi Johnson ready for grad school; wants to give back to Native community

    May 4, 2018

    BEMIDJI—It took a while, but Naomi Johnson is ready to graduate from Bemidji State University and head to graduate school. Her first couple shots at college in the mid-2000s were thwarted by depression, and then she spent a few years in the Twin Cities, where she got married and had a child before heading back up to the Bemidji area for a degree at Northwest Technical College that she's parlaying into a community health degree at BSU. http://www.bemidjipioneer.com/news/education/4440874-journey-bsu-graduate-naomi-johnson-rea...

  • Peterson and Nolan introduce the Volunteer Driver Tax Appreciation Act

    May 4, 2018

    WASHINGTON – Congressman Collin C. Peterson has cosponsored the Volunteer Driver Tax Appreciation Act which would boost the IRS federal reimbursement rates for charitable drivers from 14 cents to 54.5 cents per mile. “It’s my belief that we have a responsibility to help serve those who have served us. This measure will help reduce the financial stresses for volunteers who assist seniors across the country,” said Peterson. “I will continue efforts in improving services for all seniors.” Seniors who are unable to drive will often rely on vol...

  • PDAS Tahsuda Joins in Honoring Fallen Officers at 27th Annual Indian Country Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service

    May 4, 2018

    WASHINGTON – Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs John Tahsuda spoke today of the courage and sacrifices of Indian Country's fallen police officers during the 27th Annual Indian Country Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service, which was held on the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers campus in Artesia, N.M. The Indian Country Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service honors tribal, state, local and federal law enforcement personnel working on federal Indian lands, a...

  • Warriors struggle in early innings of 24-2 home loss to Nevis

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 4, 2018

    RED LAKE - The Red Lake Warriors hosted Nevis on Thursday, May 3, 2018, and a couple of bad first innings gave Nevis a 20-0 lead. The Warriors did put together a couple of runs in the 3rd inning and held the Tigers to 4 more runs throughout the rest of the game. Red Lake will travel to Laporte on Friday, May 4th, host Lake of the Woods on Monday, May 7th and travel to Cass Lake for a double-header on Tuesday, May 8, 2018....

  • Red Lake Nation Annual Youth Conference kicks off at the Red Lake Humanities Center - P2

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 4, 2018

    RED LAKE - The Red Lake Nation Youth Conference 2018 kicked off at the Red Lake Humanities Center at 6 PM on Wednesday, May 2nd, beginning with the Miikawaadizi "Be Beautiful" Fashion Show. About 40 women and children participated in the show. A performance by Becca Lynn followed, as well as a performance by comedians Kasey Nicholson and Bobby Wilson of the "1491's" and a Round Dance Social. Day 2 will begin with registration at the Red Lake High School Lobby, breakfast, prayer and smudge, and...

  • 8th Annual Red Lake Nation Elder's Gathering 2018 held at Seven Clans Casino Event Center - Day 2 - P3

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 4, 2018

    RED LAKE - The 8th Annual Red Lake Nation Elder's Gathering was held at Seven Clans Casino Event Center on Monday, April 30, 2018 and continued on Tuesday, May 1st. Registration and breakfast were served from 8 AM to 9 AM, followed by the Opening Prayer with Spiritual Leader, Greeting Spears Jr., and the Welcome Address with Amber McNeal and Amaya Pemberton, along with the Little Bear Drum Group. The morning session including a Youth Showcase from Red Lake Schools, the King and Queen selection,...

  • 8th Annual 2018 Red Lake Nation Elder's Gathering held at Seven Clans Casino Event Center - P3

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 4, 2018

    RED LAKE - The 8th Annual Red Lake Nation Elder's Gathering was held at Seven Clans Casino Event Center on Monday, April 30, 2018 and will continue through Tuesday, May 1st. Registration and breakfast was served from 8 AM to 10 AM, followed by the Opening Ceremony with Greeting Spears Jr., the Red Lake Nation Honor Guard and Royalty, Eyabay and the welcome and opening remarks from Red Lake Tribal Chairman Darrell Seki Sr. The morning session including a presentation by Red Lake EMT's,...

  • Groundbreaking Ceremonies held for 4 new major projects in Red Lake and Ponemah - P4

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 4, 2018

    RED LAKE - A Groundbreaking Ceremony was held at noon on Monday, April 30, 2018 for the new Red Lake Dialysis Center, the Red Lake Chemical Dependency Treatment Center and the Red Lake Fire Department at the Red Lake Hospital Field. At 2 PM another Groundbreaking Ceremony was scheduled to take place in Ponemah for their new Fire Hall. The new state of the art Dialysis Center will be constructed next to the hospital, connected by way of a corridor. It is designed to provide approximately 10 jobs...

  • The Ryan Wade Auginash and Michele Mae Buffalo Wedding of Saturday, April 28, 2018 - P6

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 4, 2018

    On Saturday, April 28, 2018, at the Redby Community Center, Ryan Wade Auginash and Michele Mae Buffalo were united in marriage in front of family and friends. Vicky Graves performed the ceremony....

  • 2018 Red Lake High School Prom held in Red Lake - P6

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 4, 2018

    11 Red Lake High School Prom held in Red Lake...

  • Red Lake loses home opener in Blackduck; Shut out 13-0 in five innings - P6

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 4, 2018

    BLACKDUCK - The Red Lake Warriors Baseball Team held their home opener in Blackduck on Thursday, April 26, 2018, playing one game that counted as two because of the shortened season. It was Blackduck's second and third win of the season, as they beat Walker-Hackensack-Akley 13-4 on Tuesday. They are now 0-2 on the season and will travel to Kelliher on May 1st for a double-header, host Nevis on May 3rd for a double-header and travel to Laporte on May 4th....

  • Red Lake Early Learning at the Early Childhood Center - P9

    May 4, 2018

    Red Lake Early Learning at the Early Childhood Center - Field Trips and other Activities...

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