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  • Shannon "Opie" Lee Barron

    Jul 10, 2019

    Shannon "Opie" Lee Barron July 19, 1970 ~ July 7, 2019 (age 48) Shannon Lee “Opie” Barron, age 49, of Red Lake, Minnesota passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 7th, 2019. He was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Verna Mae (Morgan) Barron on July 19th, 1970. His mother asked Gerald Francis and Rosie Brun if they would raise her children if anything ever happened to her. Opie was adopted by Gerald and Rosie when she passed away on January 22, 1976. He and his siblings were moved to and rai...

  • BP: Accolades pour in for fallen Red Lake Conservation Officer

    Jul 10, 2019

    RED LAKE -- After nearly 20 years as a conservation officer in Red Lake Nation, Shannon "Opie" Barron died near the end of his shift on Sunday. The Red Lake Police Department posted a notice about Barron's death and indicated it was the result of a "medical emergency," although they did not say what that medical issue was. https://www.bemidjipioneer.com/news/3829011-Accolades-pour-in-for-fallen-Red-Lake-Conservation-Officer...

  • Validity of Obama health care law at issue in appeal hearing

    Jul 10, 2019

    NEW ORLEANS - With health insurance availability, cost and coverage on the line for millions of Americans, a federal appeals court seemed inclined Tuesday to rule that the core provision of President Barack Obama's signature health care law is unconstitutional. Two Republican-appointed judges on a three-judge panel of the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals peppered lawyers defending the law with skeptical questions, appearing to suggest they might hold that when Congress zeroed out a tax imposed...

  • Officials studying what sickened July 4th boaters on Lake Minnetonka, as beaches elsewhere close

    Jul 10, 2019

    Public beaches in Excelsior and across the Twin Cities are closed due to bacteria, as authorities work to find what sickened boaters who were at Lake Minnetonka's Big Island over the July 4th weekend. Beaches in Minneapolis and Chaska were shut down after local officials found E. coli in the water in several lakes. So far, no illnesses have been reported by people using those beaches. http://www.startribune.com/no-word-yet-on-what-sickened-boaters-on-lake-minnetonka-on-july-4...

  • Driver, 83, who crashed into north Minneapolis bus stop released from custody

    Jul 10, 2019

    An elderly motorist slammed into a crowded bus stop in north Minneapolis on Tuesday morning, injuring six people, three critically. The impact left the victims and bystanders speechless for a moment. “Nobody could believe what happened. It was just quiet,” said witness Shauntae Cosby, who along with others started helping the victims. http://www.startribune.com/crash-at-north-minneapolis-bus-stop-leaves-people-injured/512470792/...

  • Topless Duluth swimmer has police called on her, touching off 45-minute debate over indecent exposure

    Jul 10, 2019

    A woman and a police officer stood on the Duluth shore, debating whether one of them was legally required to put on a shirt. "I'm not half-naked," Duluth photographer Michelle Bennett tried to explain to the officer who approached her on Park Point beach last month. "I'm topless." http://www.startribune.com/topless-duluth-swimmer-has-police-called-on-her-touching-off-45-minute-debate-over-indecent-exposure/512503652/...

  • Charges: Minneapolis man rapes two women while out on bail for earlier sex assault allegation

    Jul 10, 2019

    A 22-year-old man out of jail after being charged with trying to sexually assault a woman he just met at a Minneapolis bar went on to rape two other women, prosecutors allege. Johnny O. De Leon, of Minneapolis, is scheduled to appear in Hennepin County District Court next week in connection with the three sexual assault cases filed against him. In the meantime, he remains jailed in lieu of $1.5 million bail, a total for all three cases. http://www.startribune.com/charges-minn...

  • Sen. Amy Klobuchar calls for labor secretary to quit for role in financier's sex plea

    Jul 10, 2019

    WASHINGTON – Sen. Amy Klobuchar is calling on U.S. Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta to step down over his role in a previous plea deal for accused child sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. "Since when do underage girl sex traffickers get to go to their office every day while they serve their time?" Klobuchar, a Democratic presidential candidate from Minnesota, tweeted Tuesday morning. http://www.startribune.com/amy-klobuchar-calls-for-resignation-of-u-s-labor-secretary/512469732/...

  • Arrests at Mexican border drop for first time in 2019

    Jul 10, 2019

    WASHINGTON – The number of people taken into custody along the U.S. southern border fell 28% in June, a drop that U.S. authorities say reflects the early impact of Mexico's crackdown on Central American migration. Border crossings typically rise in the spring and slump during the scorching summer months, but the drop registered from May to June was significantly larger than in previous years, according to Homeland Security statistics released Tuesday. U.S. authorities detained 104,344 along t...

  • Trump tweets support for restoring Pledge of Allegiance at St. Louis Park council meetings

    Jul 10, 2019

    Those fighting to restore the Pledge of Allegiance before St. Louis Park City Council meetings have a new ally. President Donald Trump said in a tweet Tuesday morning, "Outrage is growing in the Great State of Minnesota where our Patriots are now having to fight for the right to say the Pledge of Allegiance. I will be fighting with you!" http://www.startribune.com/trump-tweets-support-for-restoring-pledge-of-allegiance-at-st-louis-park-council-meetings/512464132/...

  • Preliminary 2018 data show decline in opioid deaths

    Jul 10, 2019

    Preliminary statewide data show a decrease in overall drug overdose deaths in Minnesota, with deaths dropping 17% from 733 in 2017 to 607 in 2018. While promising, overdose rates remain at historic highs and indicate the amount of work still needed in prevention and treatment of substance use disorder. Chief drivers were decreases in heroin deaths and deaths that involved prescription opioids. All opioid deaths declined 22% from 422 in 2017 to 331 in 2018. There was a 32% decrease in...

  • PFA Approves more than $36 million for projects in five Minnesota cities

    Jul 10, 2019

    ST. PAUL – The Minnesota Public Facilities Authority (PFA) approved just over $36 million in grant and loan funding for water infrastructure projects in Minnesota. The cities of Ortonville, De Graff, Perham, Columbia Heights and Little Falls were approved for funding. “These projects will revitalize existing water infrastructure,” said Governor Tim Walz, “Thanks to the hard work of the PFA and these local governments, these Minnesota cities will have clean drinking water and safe waterways for years to come.” “Water infrastructure is a vital...

  • Native American Artists-in-Residence to Focus on Dakota Arts and Games and Ojibwe Woodcarving

    Jul 10, 2019

    The Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS) announced today two recipients for the 2019 Native American Artist-in-Residence program. This is the fifth year of the program which is designed to help revitalize traditional forms of Native American art. Each artist will serve a six-month paid residency to study the collections at MNHS and other institutions to aid in a better understanding of their respective art forms. They will also share this knowledge by developing community-based programming in...

  • Check out Mae Simpson Music July 18

    The Park Rapids Downtown Business Association invites you to celebrate summer at 2nd Street Stage Thursday evenings through Aug. 15. This is the eighth year of the great community get-together that 2nd Street Stage has become. The free concerts from 6 to 8 p.m. (7 to 9 p.m. Aug. 8) with bands, a beer garden, cornhole tournaments and family activities on the second block of South Main. Bring your own lawn chair. The beer garden will open at 5 p.m. for a social hour while you find your spot,...

  • 2019 July Celebration: Saturday Afternoon Pow Wow - P3

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jul 10, 2019

    12 July Celebration: Saturday Afternoon Pow Wow Red Lake Independence Day Pow Wow Winners 2019: https://www.redlakenationnews.com/story/2019/07/09/news/red-lake-independence-day-pow-wow-winners-2019/81714.html...

  • 2019 July Celebration: Saturday Afternoon Parade - P3

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jul 10, 2019

    12 July Celebration: Saturday Afternoon Parade Red Lake Independence Day Pow Wow Winners 2019: https://www.redlakenationnews.com/story/2019/07/09/news/red-lake-independence-day-pow-wow-winners-2019/81714.html...

  • Chyanne McDaniel wins car in Red Lake Endurance Challenge - P3

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jul 10, 2019

    Chyanne McDaniel toughed it out for over 22 hours to win the car giveaway that began on Friday, July 5, 2019 and ended when she was the last one standing over 22 hours later. There were 19 contestants that had signed up originally. The event was called the "Endurance Challenge" and below is a list of the rules that were used: 1. Must be an enrolled Red Lake Band member 2. Must have a valid drivers license 3. Must be 18 years old and up 4. If more than 20 people sign up, the Red Lake Police...

  • 2019 July Celebration: Friday Evening Pow Wow - P3

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jul 10, 2019

    12 July Celebration: Friday Evening Pow Wow Red Lake Independence Day Pow Wow Winners 2019: https://www.redlakenationnews.com/story/2019/07/09/news/red-lake-independence-day-pow-wow-winners-2019/81714.html...

  • Bridging delivers more furniture to the Red Lake Indian Reservation - P3

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jul 10, 2019

    On Friday afternoon George Head and a group of guys, some volunteers, unloaded a semi truck of furniture at the old Redby Center. Mostly dressers, these items will go to families in need within the next week or two. The items come from an organization called Bridging located in the Twin Cities: https://www.bridging.org/ Founded in 1987, Bridging was founded on one simple, yet powerful idea-that together we can create a bridge between those in need and those with excess. Since the first donated...

  • Little Rock Community Feast held at new Little Rock Center - P7

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jul 10, 2019

    The Little Rock Community held a feast at the new Little Rock Center on Monday, July 1, 2019 from 6 PM to 8 PM. Tacos with all the trimmings and ice cream were on the menu. There were over 200 men, women and children that were in attendance. The event was sponsored by Red Lake Comprehensive Health Services....

  • Red Lake High School Graduation 2019 - P51

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jul 10, 2019

    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 - P52

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jul 10, 2019

    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....

  • Student Engagement & Enrichment Specialist - Red Lake School District #38

    Jul 10, 2019

    Employment Opportunity Re-Posted on 07/09/2019 Red Lake School District #38 is accepting applications for a Student Engagement & Enrichment Specialist: JOB TITLE: Student Engagement and Enrichment Specialist - Beginning the 2019-20 SY BUILDING: District Wide REPORTS TO: Director of Special Services & Building Principal JOB PURPOSE: The Student Engagement and Enrichment Specialist shall structure and implement engagement and enrichment activities and instruction, based in student strengths, to...

  • BUILDING MAINTENANCE - Seven Clans Casinos –Thief River Falls

    Jul 10, 2019

    **2-EXTERNAL POSITION OPENINGS** BUILDING MAINTENANCE RATE OF PAY: Depending upon experience LOCATION: Seven Clans Casinos –Thief River Falls, MN OPENS: July 9, 2019 CLOSES: July 23, 2019 POSITION OBJECTIVES: Under the general supervision of the Facilities Manager is responsible to conduct repairs for Seven Clans Casinos. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Inspects, monitors and repairs heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical, fire alarm, sprinkler systems, heating, ventilating, air conditioning (HV...

  • DROP TEAM MEMBER - Seven Clans Casino – Thief River Fall

    Jul 10, 2019

    **EXTERNAL POSITION OPENINGS** DROP TEAM MEMBER RATE OF PAY: Wage scale pay rate LOCATION: Seven Clans Casino – Thief River Falls, MN. OPENS: July 9, 2019 CLOSES: Until Filled SCOPE OF POSITION Under the direct supervision of the prevailing Count/Drop Team Manager is responsible to assist in overseeing assigned shift for the count and transfer of funds for Seven Clans Casinos. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists with the coordination of activities to ensure the regularly scheduled drop and c...

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