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Stacy Kaye Hardy May 31, 1985 - Friday, June 21, 2019 Service Information Little Earth Community Center Wednesday, June 26, 2019 10:00 A.M. Stacy Kaye Hardy, "Chanku Duta Akicita Win" (Red Road Warrior Woman) Bull Head Clan age 34, of Minneapolis Journeyed to the Spirit World on Friday, June 21, 2019. She was born on May 31, 1985 in Minneapolis the daughter of Raphael Nakaii and Williamette Hardy. Stacy was employed in housekeeping and also in roofing & construction. Stacy had a smile that...
Washington – Millions of Americans no matter their family income would see all college debt wiped out under a proposal Monday by Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders and Minnesota U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar. Sanders, a Democratic candidate for president and Omar, a Democrat from Minneapolis, propose clearing some 45 million Americans of a cumulative $1.6 trillion in unpaid college loans. It would be funded by a tax on Wall Street speculation. http://www.startribune.com/bernie-sanders-ilhan-...
A year and a half after the 2017 federal tax law, Minnesota foundations and nonprofits are still grappling with its effect on charitable giving and looking for ways the sector can push back. On Monday, more than 30 foundation leaders from across the state shared growing angst and concerns with U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips, with some reporting a drop in the number of donors last year. http://www.startribune.com/minnesota-foundations-consult-u-s-rep-dean-phillips-as-they-grapple-wit...
Vanessa Del Campo was overwhelmed by the ongoing battle against cockroach and mice infestation, appliances that didn’t operate and myriad other problems until she joined a tenants’ rights group that took on her landlord, Stephen Frenz. Last week she opened her mailbox at her apartment building on the 3100 block of 22nd Ave. S. in Minneapolis and found one of the fruits of that fight, a check addressed to her for $4,000, part of a class action settlement. http://www.startribune.com/low-income-minneapolis-tenants-who-fought-la...
Attorney General Keith Ellison intends to defend a slate of state laws restricting abortion access against a recent legal challenge, despite his personal views on the issue. “My job is to defend the laws of the state of Minnesota without regard to my own personal opinions,” Ellison said during a forum in Fergus Falls Friday. “That’s the job that I have, that’s what I signed up for, and that’s what I’m going to do.” http://www.startribune.com/we-re-going-to-do-a-good-job-ellison-says-state-will-defend-abortion-restrictions-in...
REIMS, France - Spain tested the United States like no other team at the Women's World Cup. The U.S. looked disorganized at times facing Spain's aggressive and physical style before pulling out a 2-1 victory Monday night. http://www.startribune.com/us-in-the-world-cup-quarterfinals-after-2-1-win-over-spain/511737722/...
TEHRAN, Iran - As the U.S. piles sanction after sanction on Iran, it's the average person who feels it the most. From a subway performer's battered leather hat devoid of tips, to a bride-to-be's empty purse, the lack of cash from the economic pressure facing Iran's 80 million people can be seen everywhere. http://www.startribune.com/iranians-say-their-bones-breaking-under-us-sanctions/511716442/...
CONCORD, N.H. - The driver of a pickup truck in a fiery collision on a rural New Hampshire highway that killed seven motorcyclists was charged Monday with seven counts of negligent homicide, and records show he was stopped on suspicion of drunken driving last month and in 2013. Volodymyr Zhukovskyy, 23, was arrested Monday morning at his home in West Springfield, Massachusetts, the New Hampshire attorney general's office said. He will be arraigned Tuesday in Lancaster, New Hampshire,...
BEMIDJI -- On a near perfect day for racing Sunday, the teams of Mike MacAdams and John and Bonnie Farrington sponsored this week’s races at Bemidji Speedway. The teams gave out many prizes and gifts during intermission to kids and fans. Next Sunday is Kids Night at the track. All kids 12 and under receive free admission when accompanied by an adult. During intermission, all the race cars and drivers will pull onto the front straight and kids of all ages will be allowed on track to meet their favorite drivers and pick up autographs and t...
BLACKDUCK-The victim of a two-vehicle fatal crash last week near Blackduck was trapped inside a burning vehicle, documents show. Investigators filed a warrant for the surveillance video from a bar where the other of the two drivers was at before the accident happened. The Beltrami County Attorney's Office has not yet charged the second man with any crimes. https://www.bemidjipioneer.com/news/4629786-after-fatal-accident-near-blackduck-authorities-want-review-bar-video...
ST. PAUL -- A loophole in state law that shielded Minnesotans who raped their spouses from prosecution will be closed. Employers that withhold salaries from their employees will be subject to felony charges. https://www.bemidjipioneer.com/news/government-and-politics/4629636-marital-rape-loophole-close-wage-theft-become-felony-among-new...
BISMARCK — American Indian tribes suing to shut down the Dakota Access Pipeline have won a partial victory in a dispute over government documents, though it’s unclear how useful the information might be to them as they prepare another demand for more environmental study of the project. The federal judge in Washington, D.C., who is overseeing the years-long lawsuit also has set a late-summer deadline for final tribal arguments, though the case won’t be resolved for months afterward. https://www.bemidjipioneer.com/news/crime-a...
After nearly three months of flooding along the banks of the Minnesota River, Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge is turning its focus to recovery and clean up efforts. The refuge, whose boundary stretches 70 miles of the Lower Minnesota River and encompasses extensive hiking and cycling trails, asks visitors to mind trail closures until clean-up efforts are complete. "In general, all trails in the river bottoms are either still partially flooded or are covered with silt and damaged to...
St. Paul, MN: The state’s new Groundwater Protection Rule (GPR) became effective today, June 24, 2019. The GPR will reduce the risk of nitrate from fertilizer impacting groundwater in areas of the state where soils are prone to leaching and where drinking water supplies are threatened. Nitrate is one of the most common contaminants in Minnesota's groundwater; elevated nitrate levels in drinking water can pose serious health concerns for humans. “Implementation of the Groundwater Protection Rule is a major milestone in protecting the sta...
Employers participating in Minnesota’s Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) overwhelmingly reported positive changes in healthy eating and physical activity among their employees, according to a new study conducted by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). These findings are encouraging for employers looking to improve workers’ health and productivity and to reduce health care costs down the road. According to the study, 73 percent observed improvements in healthy food and beverages consumed by employees, and 67 percent not...
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt highlighted the efforts made by the Department of the Interior (DOI) Opioid Reduction Task Force over the past year, resulting in the seizure of more than 3,200 pounds of illegal narcotics with an estimated value of $9.8 million dollars. The Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Justice Services (BIA-OJS) is the primary lead for the DOI Opioid Reduction Task Force with operational support being provided by the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National P...
Celebrate 28 years of the best regionally-juried art fair around on Saturday, August 3rd and Sunday, August 4th in idyllic Powderhorn Park, Minneapolis, MN. The Powderhorn Art Fair is thrilled to present the first annual Wine Garden at the Fair. On the north side of the park, a selection of wines, cheeses, and chocolate will round out the unique and tasty food experience that the fair offers. The Wine Garden will compliment over two dozen food vendors that offer options for everyone, including g...
While Minneapolis was aglow with rainbows and the sounds of TLC a different type of Pride was happening inside Shakopee Prison last Saturday. Prisoners wore blue - the only color they can wear without getting in trouble - to protest in favor of changes demanded by LGBTQ prisoners. “When I got up for breakfast, my unit all wore blue. I was very happy, very gay. At lunch people went to work out so not as much of a showing but at dinner they all had their blue shirts again” says Joe Vanderford, a trans-man pushed to the forefront by demanding the...
First Nations Development Institute (First Nations) and The Henry Luce Foundation (Luce) have partnered to launch the Luce Indigenous Knowledge Fellowship. The fellowship is a 12-month, self-directed enrichment program designed to support the growth, development, knowledge and networks of Indigenous knowledge holders and knowledge makers. First Nations is now accepting applications for the inaugural year of the program. In 2020, First Nations will award 10 fellowships of $50,000 each to outstanding Native Americans engaged in meaningful work th...
WASHINGTON, June 24 — Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), and Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) unveiled landmark legislation today to eliminate tuition and fees at all public four-year colleges and universities, as well as make community colleges, trade schools, and apprenticeship programs tuition- and fee-free for all. The three lawmakers’ proposal also eliminates all $1.6 trillion in student debt for 45 million Americans. “This is truly a revolutionary proposal which accomplishes three major goals,” said Sanders. “First,...
The Red Lake Community Cook Out was held at 1 PM on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at the new Red Lake Park across from St. Mary's Mission. A new name was also selected for the park as two winners were selected in the Park Naming Contest. They were Naomi Kingbird and Debra Stately.who had picked "Shady Park" as it's new name. Thank you RLPD for providing and grilling the hot dogs and burgers, Ron Lussier for providing Bouncy Houses for the kids, Little Bear Drum Group, all volunteers and to our...
RED LAKE - A Groundbreaking ceremony was held on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at 12:30 PM for the Red Lake School District's $14.8 million addition and renovation project for the Red Lake Elementary School. In May 2018, Governor Mark Dayton signed off on $1.5 billion public works construction legislation that included $14 million for the Red Lake School District. For many years Red Lake District officials had been working to secure funding for the design and construction of a new structure between...
Red Lake High School Graduation 2019 took place on Saturday, June 1, 2019, at the Red Lake High School. There were 27 graduates taking part in the ceremony....
Red Lake High School Graduation 2019 took place on Saturday, June 1, 2019, at the Red Lake High School. There were 27 graduates taking part in the ceremony....
The Red Lake High School Warriors Honor Banquet was held on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at the RLHS Cafeteria starting at 5:30 PM....