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Articles from the July 21, 2020 edition


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  • POLICE OFFICER - CITY OF BEMIDJI

    Jul 21, 2020

    CITY OF BEMIDJI EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY July 15th, 2020 POSITION: POLICE OFFICER – 1 IMMEDIATE OPENING WILL BE FILLED GENERAL NATURE OF WORK: Performs police patrol, investigation, traffic regulation and related law enforcement activities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (a) High school diploma or GED equivalent, supplemented by a MINIMUM two year community college degree or vocational school training in police science, law enforcement, criminal justice administration, public administration, or a r...

  • Public Review and Feedback Invited for Beltrami County's Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan

    Jul 21, 2020

    Beltrami County has completed an updated draft of the of the County’s Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan (MHMP) as required by the Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA 2000). Local jurisdictions are required to update the plan every five years to remain eligible for federal hazard mitigation grant programs. Community involvement and feedback are vital to the success of the plan. Beltrami County invites public review and feedback of the draft plan prior to submitting it to the State of Minnesota and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (...

  • Alberta Marie Benais

    Jul 21, 2020

    Alberta Marie Benais February 16, 1967 - July 17, 2020 Alberta Benais, 53, of Red Lake, MN died Friday, 17, 2020 at the North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale, MN. Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm, Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at the Little Rock Community Center in Red Lake, MN. A wake will begin 12 noon, Tuesday, July 21, 2020, at the Little Rock Community Center, and will continue until the time of the service. Interment will be at the Big Stone Family Burial Grounds in Red Lake, MN under...

  • Gloria Jean (French) Fournier

    Jul 21, 2020

    Gloria Jean (French) Fournier January 18, 1945 ~ July 19, 2020 (age 75) Gloria Jean Fournier, age 75, of Cass Lake, MN, began her spiritual journey on Sunday July 19, 2020 at her home in Cass Lake with all her family by her side. She was born on January 18, 1945 at the White Earth Hospital, the daughter of Isiah and Margaret (Oshkinowe) French. Gloria was raised in Pine Point up until she was fourteen years old. She moved to the cities, where she met Louis Fournier. The two were married on...

  • Melvin "Fred" Eugene Ogema Jr.

    Jul 21, 2020

    Melvin "Fred" Eugene Ogema Jr. February 25, 1972 ~ July 17, 2020 (age 48) Name: Melvin Eugene Ogema Jr. "Fred" Age: 48 Address: Inger, MN Date of Death: July 17, 2020 Place of Death: at Home Date of Birth: February 25, 1972 Place of Birth: Hennepin Co., MN Survived By: Mother Dolores (Homesky) Bowstring, Step-Fathers Steve Jackson, Marvin Bowstring, Siblings Susan Hart, Mark Jackson, Stephanie Jackson, Joseph Ogema, Romelle Ogema, Thea Ogema & Cecelia Ogema. Numerous Nieces Nephews Aunts uncles...

  • Anthony Terrell "Sonny" Wiseman Jr.

    Jul 21, 2020

    Anthony Terrell "Sonny" Wiseman Jr. April 14, 1994 - July 4, 2020 Anthony Terrell "Sonny" Wiseman Jr., age 26, of Chicago and formerly of Minneapolis Journeyed to the Spirit World on July 4, 2020 in Chicago. He was born on April 14, 1994 in Minneapolis, the son of Anthony Terrell Wiseman Sr. and Lisa Ghost. Anthony loved to listen to music and dancing. He was an all around good person and loved to be around his family. Survived by his father: Anthony Wiseman Sr.; mother: Lisa Ghost; three...

  • Minnesota reports infant COVID-19 death, more than 900 new cases

    Jul 21, 2020

    Minnesota has reported its first COVID-19 death in a child amid a rise in cases of the infectious disease among children and young adults. The death of a 9-month-old baby from Clay County is one of the youngest reported in the U.S. in the pandemic. The child had no underlying health conditions and was not hospitalized. State Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm described it as an "isolated incident related to this infant's very specific situation." https://www.startribune.com/stat...

  • Omar allies decry cash flowing into Melton-Meaux primary challenge

    Jul 21, 2020

    The battle for the congressional seat held by Minneapolis Rep. Ilhan Omar has drawn more than $10 million in contributions as of the end of June, bringing renewed attention to the campaign cash flowing into one of the safest Democratic districts in the nation. Omar and her top DFL challenger, attorney Antone Melton-Meaux, each have raised more than $3.6 million ahead of the Aug. 11 primary. Much of the money on both sides comes from out of the state, reflecting Omar's national profile as one of...

  • Minneapolis Park Board clears one of the Powderhorn homeless encampments

    Jul 21, 2020

    Police and heavy equipment cleared out what was left of the east homeless encampment at Minneapolis' Powderhorn Park, forcing campers to pack up and find a new place to live. Park Board Superintendent Al Bangoura issued an eviction notice to the encampment Friday, just days after the board voted to cut down on the number of tent camps in local parks. The notice gave campers 72 hours to leave, parks spokeswoman Dawn Sommers said. All but two to three campers had left the encampment Monday, with...

  • State warns 14 Minnesota bars and restaurants: Stop violating COVID-19 requirements

    Jul 21, 2020

    State inspectors checked more than 900 bars and restaurants around the state in recent weeks and warned 14 that they were violating Gov. Tim Walz's order to require workers to wear masks, keep capacity at half the maximum and space seating at least 6 feet apart in the long-running effort to combat the deadly coronavirus. Investigators' unannounced inspections also found many customers violating the order's seating guidelines, the state Department Public Safety (DPS) said Monday in disclosing...

  • Minneapolis Charter Commission advances new proposal to eliminate police staffing requirement

    Jul 21, 2020

    The Minneapolis Charter Commission on Monday advanced its own proposal for changing the city's Police Department: eliminating the minimum staffing requirement, but otherwise leaving the charter intact. The move sets the stage for competing ballot questions in November, as the city debates how to remake policing in Minneapolis after George Floyd's death. The city charter, which serves as its constitution, currently says the city must maintain a police department and the council must "fund a...

  • Minnesota lawmakers strike tentative deal on policing proposals

    Jul 21, 2020

    Minnesota legislative leaders said Monday they've reached the framework for an agreement on a series of police accountability proposals after two months of touch-and-go negotiations following the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody. The tentative deal on policing includes a ban on the use of chokeholds and warrior-style training for officers across the state, as well as changes in police arbitration and the creation of a new advisory council within the state's officer...

  • Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport will require travelers to wear masks

    Jul 21, 2020

    Travelers at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport will be required to wear masks while in terminals and other airport facilities starting Monday. The rule aimed at helping to slow the spread of COVID-19 comes as several major U.S. airlines already require travelers to wear masks on flights. The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) approved the regulation Monday, joining other airports that require passengers to wear masks, including Chicago's O'Hare and Midway airports, Denver,...

  • 'The time to wait on action has passed:' City council mandates masks in Bemidji

    Jul 21, 2020

    BEMIDJI -- After an update on the coronavirus situation from Sanford Health and a lengthy discussion, the Bemidji City Council established a face mask requirement. The action was taken first by Mayor Rita Albrecht, who amended the city's original declaration of local emergency passed in March requiring individuals to wear a mask at indoor public spaces. Because this action would only be in effect for three days, the council then took a vote which passed 3-1-1 to extend the amendment. Voting in...

  • Attorney General Ellison sues Trump Administration to block health care discrimination

    Jul 21, 2020

    July 20, 2020 (SAINT PAUL) — Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison today joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit to block a new Trump Administration rule that makes it easier for health care providers and insurance companies to discriminate against certain vulnerable and protected classes of Americans. In a lawsuit filed against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and others, Attorney General Ellison and the coalition argue that the new rule emboldens providers and insurers to discriminate against L...

  • Chairman Darrell G Seki, Sr on How the Red Lake Nation is Fighting Covid-19

    Jul 21, 2020

    The Red Lake Nation has exercised its soverignty in adopting a number of policies to protect its members from Covid-19. Chairman Darrell G. Seki, Sr. spoke with KAXE/KBXE's Haidi Holtan and John Bauer about specific steps he and the tribal council have taken in the effort to keep Red Lake members safe. In this interview (below) he explains what the current declaration of medical martial law means and how Red Lake is implementing a free testing program for members. As a leader, he also makes a...

  • Governor Walz Should Not Impose a Statewide Mask Mandate

    Jul 21, 2020

    ST. PAUL, Minn. —Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom (CCHF) opposes a statewide mask mandate for its home state of Minnesota. Eleven cities in Minnesota have mandated masks, with various exemptions, while other city councils are still discussing whether they should mandate everyone wear a mask to engage in life outside the home. Governor Walz has long encouraged people to wear masks, however last week stated that if House Republicans offer legislation to impose masks, he is willing to eliminate the capacity limits on retail businesses, whi...

  • Seven Clans Casino – Thief River Falls Job Fair on Thursday, August 6, 2020, 10 AM – 12 PM

    Jul 21, 2020

    Hello All - The Thief River Falls site, Seven Clans Casino, will be holding a Job Fair on Thursday August 6th at 10 AM – 12 PM. Interviewing in all areas with the possibility of immediate hire! Frances Graves-Haloci Director of Marketing Seven Clans Casinos...

  • Peterson Announces Veteran Treatment Court Act of 2019 is On Its Way to President's Desk To Be Signed Into Law

    Jul 21, 2020

    Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Collin Peterson announced today that the bipartisan Veteran Treatment Court Act of 2019, has passed the House under unanimous consent and is now heading to the President’s desk to be signed into law. Peterson is a co-sponsor of the legislation, which will establish the Veteran Treatment Court Program in the Office of Justice Programs, providing coordinated technical assistance to veteran advocates and local officials to help them stand up and expand treatment court programs. After serving our country, too...

  • Navajo Nation COVID-19 Death Toll Reaches 422 as Leaders Try To Flatten the Curve

    Jul 21, 2020

    WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – On Sunday, the Navajo Department of Health, in coordination with the Navajo Epidemiology Center and the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, reported 25 new COVID-19 positive cases for the Navajo Nation and seven more deaths. The total number of deaths has reached 422 as of Saturday. Reports indicate that approximately 6,360 individuals have recovered from COVID-19. 72,804 people have been tested for COVID-19. The total number of COVID-19 positive cases for the Navajo N...

  • Red Lake Nation COVID-19 Emergency Response Team offers free testing for anyone 18 years and older - P2

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jul 21, 2020

    LITTLE ROCK DISTRICT - On Thursday, July 16, 2020, the Red Lake Nation COVID-19 Emergency Response Team offered free testing for anyone 18 years and older at the Little Rock District Round House from 10 AM -3 PM. It was the first in a series of four testing days that would include all Red Lake Reservation Districts. They ended up testing over 200 participants during the period--although a storm moved in and delayed their activities for two hours, of which they tested until about 4 PM. A person...

  • Moccasin Game Tournament held Saturday, July 18, 2020 at the Red Lake Pow Wow Grounds - P2

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jul 21, 2020

    Moccasin Game Tournament held Saturday, July 18, 2020 at the Red Lake Pow Wow Grounds Adult Winners First Place - Moe Lester Loud and Larry Vanwert - $1200 Second Place - Mike Barrett jr, and Garritte Caldwell - $800 Third Place - Deon pierre, Jack Johnson, and Randy Johnson - $600 Fourth Place - Lee Lussier Jr and Gary RezDawg Jourdain - $400 Youth Winners First Place - Bruce Taylor Jr, Keith Caldwell and William Kingbird Jr. - $400 Second Place - Tino Prentice, Cayden Prentice, and Erwin...

  • Looking Back to 2013 - Easter Activities in Red Lake and Redby

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jul 21, 2020

    Looking Back to 2013 - Easter Activities in Red Lake and Redby...

  • Looking Back to 2011 - Ponemah Labor Day Pow Wow - Friday Night Session - P9

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jul 21, 2020

    Looking Back to 2011 - Ponemah Labor Day Pow Wow - Friday Night Session...

  • Looking Back to 2011 - Ponemah Labor Day Pow Wow - Monday Session - P9

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Jul 21, 2020

    Looking Back to 2011 - Ponemah Labor Day Pow Wow - Monday Session...

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