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Articles from the May 23, 2018 edition


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  • Former St. Paul teacher of the year loses licensing-board slot after insulting Trump

    May 23, 2018

    A 2015 Teacher of the Year from St. Paul schools lost her spot on a new teacher licensing board because she insulted President Donald Trump, using a raw expletive, in a social media post. “He is not worthy, nor are his puppet masters, of human dignity,” reads the Jan. 12 Facebook post of Amy Hewett-Olatunde. “He is the s***hole and we should line up to take a dump on him.” https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/22/former-teacher-of-the-year-take-a-dump-on-trump-senators-pull-licensing-board-seat-over-post/...

  • Fleeing driver hits semi head-on and dies, officials say

    May 23, 2018

    WARMAN, Minn. — A Mora man was killed Monday when the Jeep he was driving crossed lanes and collided with a truck as he was being pursued by authorities, police said. The Minnesota State Patrol said Christopher Scott Podvin, 37, was driving north on state Highway 65 in Aitkin County about 11 a.m. when his 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee collided with a southbound 1996 International 21000 driven by Jeffrey Norman Vorbeck, 61, of Tamarack. https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/22/fleeing-mn-driver-hits-semi-head-on-and-dies-officials-sa...

  • Ready for thunderstorms and temperatures in the 90s? Both are in the forecast

    May 23, 2018

    Now’s the time to plug in the air-conditioning units — you’ll soon need them. The first 90-degree day of the year looks like it could come this week. After highs expected near 80 and 84 Tuesday and Wednesday, the Twin Cities could warm up to near 91 on Thursday. Friday also looks to be hot, with a high near 92, according to the National Weather Service. https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/22/minneapolis-st-paul-forecast-thunderstorms-and-temperatures-in-the-90s/...

  • Ex-Vikings QB Case Keenum excited about being 'the guy' in Denver

    May 23, 2018

    ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — It hasn’t taken long for Case Keenum to win over his new teammates. During the second week of spring drills last month, the Denver Broncos quarterback rented a suite for a Colorado Avalanche playoff game against the Nashville Predators. He invited all of Denver’s offensive players, and about 20 showed up. https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/22/ex-vikings-qb-case-keenum-excited-about-being-the-guy-in-denver/...

  • Teddy Bridgewater looks sharp, healthy in practice with Jets

    May 23, 2018

    FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Teddy Bridgewater rolled right, kept moving and zipped a pass down the field on the run. If his first practice of organized team activities with the New York Jets was a test of his health and confidence, the quarterback passed in a big way. And so did his surgically repaired left knee. https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/22/teddy-bridgewater-looks-sharp-healthy-in-practice-with-jets/...

  • Bemidji Pioneer: New Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig High School to be ready for 2018-19

    May 23, 2018

    BENA -- Inside a room in the new Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig High School, you can hear the sound of mechanical units operating the heating, air conditioning and other electrical components. For John Parmeter, it's music to his ears. http://www.bemidjipioneer.com/news/education/4449998-top-line-new-bug-o-nay-ge-shig-high-school-be-ready-2018-19...

  • Bemidji Pioneer: Bagley man, three others arrested on drug charges after East Grand Forks traffic stop

    May 23, 2018

    A traffic stop last week in East Grand Forks has netted four suspects, two of whom face serious drug dealing charges. Kody Blaine Fultz, 29, of Bagley, Minn., and Cameron Norman Johnson, 27, of Grand Forks appeared Monday in Polk County District Court on a first-degree felony charge of selling meth, which carries a maximum punishment of 30 years in prison. http://www.bemidjipioneer.com/news/crime-and-courts/4449635-bagley-man-three-others-arrested-drug-charges-after-east-grand-forks...

  • Red Lake Elementary School Activity Day held at RLES

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 23, 2018

    Red Lake Elementary School Activity Day held at RLES on Tuesday, May 22, 2018....

  • Red Lake National Honor Society inducts 21 new members - P4

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 23, 2018

    RED LAKE - 21 new members were inducted into the Red Lake National Honor Society at a special ceremony on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at the Red Lake Secondary Complex. The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is an international student organization that consists of chapters in middle schools (grades 6-8). The NJHS was founded by the National Association of Secondary School Principals, and today has chapters in the United States, Puerto Rico, other U.S. Territories, and Canada.[1] To be considered...

  • Red Lake High School holds Spring Band Concert - P5

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 23, 2018

    RED LAKE - The Red Lake High School Band put on their Spring Band Concert on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at the Secondary Complex Cefeteria. Under the direction of Julie Aas, the Beginning Band performed five songs, followed by a mix along with the Concert Band, and finally the Concert Band finishing off the evening with four arrangements by themselves. It was a good performance enjoyed by everyone in attendance, and keep getting better every time they perform....

  • St. Mary's Mission School holds Annual Pow Wow - P6

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 23, 2018

    RED LAKE - On May 15, 2018, St. Mary's Mission held their annual pow wow beginning at 12 noon. All grades danced and this year's Princess and Brave are Nazarene Bearstail and Derrick Smith....

  • Lady Warriors hang in with #5 in State Pine River, but lose 15-4 - P7

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 23, 2018

    RED LAKE - The Red Lake Lady Warriors played a good game against 5th ranked Pine River on Monday, May 14, 2018, but one bad inning allowed the Tigers to seal the win, 15-4. The Lady Warriors are now 3-2 on the season and will travel to Walker-Hackensack-Akley on Tuesday, May 15th and host Kelliher-Northome in a double header on Friday, May 18th. The Junior Varsity were trailing by 5 runs in their game, but came back strong in the last inning to win 11-8....

  • Eight Graduate from Red Lake Nation College - P9

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 23, 2018

    RED LAKE - Eight students from the Class of 2018 Red Lake Nation College graduated on Thursday, May 10, 2018. They were, James Cloud III, Racheal Jorgenson, Eliza Lussier, Leah Kingbird, Tori Kingbird, Laura Fairbanks, Brent Sigana Jr. and Lorena Sumner. Cloud, Jorgenwon, Lussier, and both Kingbirds were all Co-Valedictorians....

  • Lady Warriors Softball Team wins first home game of season against Laporte 13-3 in five innings - P9

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 23, 2018

    Lady Warriors Softball Team wins first home game of season against Laporte 13-3 in five innings Junior Varsity loses their game 22-15...

  • Red Lake High School Warrior's Honor Banquet held in Red Lake - P10

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 23, 2018

    RED LAKE - Numerous awards were presented on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at the Red Lake High School Cafeteria. These awards included both academic and athletic awards. Below is a list of awards and the students that received them at the Warriors Banquet. Academic Awards and Scholarships from the Warriors Banquet: • Minnesota Band Directors Association Honor Band o Liah Graves- Clarinet o Tori Seki- Flute o Joelle Drouillard-Flute • National Honor Society (NHS) o Inducted - Kiah McKenzie o Sen...

  • Warriors improving, but lose to Lake of the Woods 13-4 in last home game of season - P12

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 23, 2018

    RED LAKE - The Red Lake Warriors baseball team is improving, but lose to the Lake of the Woods Bears 13-4 in last home game of the short season. The Warriors travel to Cass Lake on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 for a double header against the Panthers, travel to Walker on Thursday and will play Pine River at BSU on May 17th. Make up games will be played the week of 5/21/2018 with the playoffs starting on May 29th....

  • Warriors struggle in early innings of 30-2 home loss to Nevis - P14

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 23, 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 - P15

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 23, 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...

  • The Ryan Wade Auginash and Michele Mae Buffalo Wedding of Saturday, April 28, 2018 - P19

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 23, 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 - P19

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|May 23, 2018

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

  • Peterson Op-Ed: Observing Memorial Day

    May 23, 2018

    Last Monday on a warm day, I greeted ninety Minnesota veterans at the World War II Memorial on the National Mall. Many of them have never visited the Memorial before. Many have never seen the Pavilion Pillar honoring their Minnesota friends who never returned home. Many have never seen the Field of Stars, a display representing more than 400,000 U.S. soldiers who gave their lives during World War II in defense of our nation. This is one memorial of many throughout our country that stands in remembrance of our fallen heroes. Our aging veterans a...

  • Minnesota Exports at $5.3 Billion in First Quarter

    May 23, 2018

    ST. PAUL – Sales of Minnesota agricultural, mining and manufactured exports soared 9 percent to a first quarter record of $5.3 billion, according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The agency said Minnesota businesses exported 930 different products to 187 countries during the quarter. U.S. exports were up 8 percent during the period, with 45 states reporting increased export sales. “Minnesota companies achieved sales that were $450 million higher in the first quarter than in...

  • Metsa Files For Congress

    May 23, 2018

    Today Rep. Jason Metsa officially filed as a candidate for Minnesota's open 8th Congressional seat. Please find attached photos of the event for your reference and use. Metsa just completed his third term in the Minnesota Legislature representing House District 6B, which includes Virginia, Aurora, Eveleth, and Mountain Iron. Metsa is a fifth generation Iron Ranger and lives in Virginia with his wife, Amanda, and their son, Josiah. Metsa is honored to have earned the support of his brothers and...

  • YMCA Engages and Educates Youth and Families On Importance of Water Safety

    May 23, 2018

    • According to the USA Swimming Foundation and University of Memphis, two children die every day because of drowning. • According to a national research study conducted by the USA Swimming Foundation, the University of Memphis and University of Nevada-Las Vegas, 60 percent of African American and 45 percent of Hispanic children cannot swim compared to 40 percent of Caucasian children. • In 2017, 44 people drowned in Minnesota in boating and non-boating related accidents, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The YMCA of th...

  • Santa Fe ISD delays students' return to classes after mass shooting

    May 23, 2018

    SANTA FE -- High school students will not return to classes until Tuesday, May 29 -- 11 days after a gunman killed 10 people and injured 13 in a mass shooting. Santa Fe ISD officials announced Monday that faculty and staff will return to Santa Fe High School as scheduled Wednesday but that students would get an extra five days before resuming classes. https://www.chron.com/local/article/Santa-Fe-students-to-return-to-school-on-May-29-12932184.php...

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