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Articles from the November 17, 2021 edition


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  • Women's Basketball Battles Gamely at Michigan State Tuesday

    Nov 17, 2021

    The Valpo women's basketball team erased nearly all of a 13-point first-half deficit Tuesday night playing at a Michigan State receiving votes in both national top-25 polls, pulling to within four points in the third quarter, and made another run at the Spartans in the fourth quarter, but came up just short, as the Beacons fell to MSU, 73-62. How It Happened Valpo had a pair of early leads over the Spartans, but Michigan State's shooting gave it the eventual advantage in the opening period. MSU...

  • Red Lake Tribal Council - COVID-19 Update - Tuesday, November 16, 2021

    Nov 17, 2021

    Tuesday, November 16, 2021 – COVID-19 Update Red Lake Nation: Active cases: 102* *48 in Red Lake *27 in Redby *2 in Little Rock *19 in Ponemah * 6 off-reservation but tested at RL IHS Of the 102 active cases: *43 are minors *34 individuals are fully vaccinated * 7 in the hospital Total cases: 1,205 Total Recovered: 1,103 Deaths: 12 [Updated numbers as of 9:00 a.m. on 11/16/2021] Due to the increased need in testing, the Red Lake Hospital is asking that you call to schedule your COVID test so t...

  • Latoya Lynn Schoenborn

    Nov 17, 2021

    Latoya Lynn Schoenborn September 16, 1984 - November 13, 2021 Latoya Lynn Schoenborn, 37, of Redby, MN died Saturday, November 13, 2021 at Red Lake Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, November 19, 2021 at the Redby Community Center in Redby, MN with Pastor Tom Pollack officiating. A wake will begin Thursday afternoon at the Redby Community Center and continue until the time of her service. Latoya was born September 16, 1984 in Red Lake, MN the daughter of Myron and Crysta...

  • Leonard "Jess" Headbird, Jr.

    Nov 17, 2021

    Leonard "Jess" Headbird, Jr. January 28, 1946 ~ November 14, 2021 (age 75) Leonard "Jess" Headbird, Jr., "Mikinaak" which means "Turtle", 75, of the Bear Clan and from Cass Lake, Minnesota began his journey to the spirit world on Sunday, November 14th, 2021, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, MN. He was born to Katherine (Belcourt) and Leonard Headbird, Sr. in Cass Lake, MN on Monday, January 28th, 1946. Jess loved to spend time with his huge, beautiful family. He enjoyed hunting,...

  • Robert James White, Sr.

    Nov 17, 2021

    Robert James White, Sr. July 26, 1960 ~ November 13, 2021 (age 61) Robert "Bob" James White, Sr. age 61 of Bemidji, MN started his spiritual journey on Saturday, November 13th, 2021, from Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN. He was born in Cass Lake, MN on July 26, 1960, the son of Zora (Bird) and Donald White. Bob met the love of his life, Kathy (Martin) in Walker, MN where they were later married in December 1982. Bob was always helping everyone out. He was kind, knowledgeable, and always...

  • Minnesota urges booster expansion, school protections against worsening COVID-19 wave

    Nov 17, 2021

    Minnesota is preparing to expand COVID-19 vaccine booster access to all adults this week, with or without federal backing, and encouraged renewed protections in communities and schools against a worsening pandemic wave. The positivity rate of COVID-19 diagnostic testing rose above a 10% high-risk threshold in Minnesota, which is reporting high viral transmission levels in 86 of 87 counties but particularly severe levels in central and northern counties with lower vaccination rates. "I don't...

  • Pfizer asks US officials to OK promising COVID-19 pill

    Nov 17, 2021

    WASHINGTON - Pfizer asked U.S. regulators Tuesday to authorize its experimental pill for COVID-19, setting the stage for a likely launch this winter of a promising treatment that can be taken at home. The company's filing comes as new infections are rising once again in the United States, driven mainly by hot spots in states where colder weather is driving more Americans indoors. Pfizer's pill has been shown to significantly cut the rate of hospitalizations and deaths among people with...

  • DNR: Walleye poachers near Baudette were 48 fish over their limit

    Nov 17, 2021

    Three Twin Cities area men who went fishing instead of hunting during opening weekend of the deer season were caught poaching walleyes and saugers from Rainy River and Lake of the Woods, according to charges against them. Conservation Officer Corey Sura caught onto the group's activity Sunday afternoon while they were launching their boat into the river at Wheeler's Point Public Access near Baudette, Minn. They initially denied having an overabundance of fish, but their stash was uncovered when...

  • Two charged with fatally beating pregnant woman whose body was found in Uptown

    Nov 17, 2021
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    Two people, one of them a convicted sex offender, were charged Tuesday in the beating death of a pregnant woman whose identity was unknown when her body was discovered last week in Minneapolis' Uptown neighborhood. Shannon Michael Benson, 42, of Minneapolis, and Jade M. Rissell, 27, of Elk River, each were charged in Hennepin County District Court in connection with the death of the woman, whose body was found Nov. 8 in a travel trailer parked in the 3500 block of Hennepin Avenue. Both were...

  • Xi-Biden talks raise hope for better ties but strains remain

    Nov 17, 2021

    BEIJING - China on Tuesday welcomed a virtual meeting between President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Joe Biden as raising hopes for better relations, while the U.S. was more muted on the talks as the world's two biggest powers sought to ratchet down more than a year of tensions. The leaders appeared to put aside the language of acrimony in their first formal meeting since Biden took office. Xi greeted the U.S. leader as his "old friend," and Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian...

  • Russia rejects accusations of endangering ISS astronauts

    Nov 17, 2021

    MOSCOW - Russian officials on Tuesday rejected accusations that they endangered astronauts aboard the International Space Station by conducting a weapons test that created more than 1,500 pieces of space junk but a White House official said the move by Russia would threaten activities in space "for years to come." U.S. officials on Monday accused Russia of destroying an old satellite with a missile in what they called a reckless and irresponsible strike. They said the debris could damage the...

  • ICWA experts say state laws could protect Native families

    Nov 17, 2021

    Efforts to overturn the federal Indian Child Welfare Act might not be entirely successful because of state-based laws that impose similar requirements in at least nine states, including Oklahoma. Cherokee Nation Deputy Attorney General Chrissi Nimmo said state ICWA statutes can further protect Indigenous children and their families if ICWA is ruled unconstitutional. “I think you will see tribes starting to put more effort … to strengthen state ICWA laws as a way to protect Indian kids, their families and tribes,” Nimmo said. https...

  • COVID-19 Vaccinations and Flu Shots - After Hours Walk-In Event - 5 years and up - Red Lake Hospital

    Get Vaccinaed - After Hours Walk-In Event - 5 years and up - Red Lake Hospital Thursday, November 18, 2021 - 5 PM - 7 PM - Receive $130.00 Tribal Incentive...

  • New program to provide parents, communities more details on childhood chemical exposures

    Nov 17, 2021

    This fall, Minnesota health officials are implementing a new voluntary program designed to provide parents and communities information about whether children in Minnesota are being exposed to chemicals of concern. Funded by a competitive grant from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Healthy Kids Minnesota is a first-of-its-kind state effort to systematically measure children’s exposures across the state. The program will start in Minneapolis and southeastern Minnesota, partnering with Minneapolis Public Schools, R...

  • Interior Department Announces Formation of First Tribal Advisory Committee to Strengthen Nation-to-Nation Relationship with Tribes

    Nov 17, 2021

    WASHINGTON — The Department of the Interior today announced the formation of a new Secretary’s Tribal Advisory Committee (STAC), which formally establishes a mechanism for Tribal leaders to engage in routine and robust conversations directly with Secretary Deb Haaland. This important move will further strengthen the Department’s nation-to-nation relationship with federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes and their leadership. The STAC will ensure that Tribal leaders and the current and future Secretaries have a forum to se...

  • Attorney General Ellison secures victory against Minneapolis landlord's 'brazen and deplorable' illegal practices

    Nov 17, 2021

    Court finds former tenants’ trial testimony ‘credible and compelling,’ citing conditions at Meldahl properties of ‘Biblical plague proportions’; Meldahl’s behavior ‘nothing but having full knowledge of his actions and undertaking them in bad faith’ Court: ‘State has a substantial interest in preventing and deterring such brazen and deplorable illegal business conduct’; ‘a meaningful penalty is necessary to send a message that landlords are not above the system and that consumer protection laws must be followed’ November 16, 2021 (SAINT PAUL) ...

  • Staffing shortages at school districts across America cause cancelations, anxiety among parents

    Nov 17, 2021

    School staffing shortages are plaguing districts from coast to coast. Classes have been canceled, principals are picking up mops and brooms to fill in for other positions, and some students have even stepped up to fill in vacant jobs following the coronavirus. "The reality is that these districts just don't feel they have any other options than canceling school for the day. This should serve as a wakeup call that we need to do better by our students and our public schools," Colorado Education Association President Amie Baca-Oehler said last...

  • Minnesota school districts scramble to find lunch food amid supply chain issue

    Nov 17, 2021

    Several dozen school districts in northwestern Minnesota are scrambling to acquire food to feed students after their provider unexpectedly terminated its contract due to supply chain and labor shortage issues. Fifty-seven school districts that get their food through Lakes Country Service Cooperative were affected when food distributor Cash-Wa ended its contract with the cooperative earlier this month. The provider gave notice of the cancellation in September, saying it could no longer fulfill...

  • 3 Star Warrior Society honors all Veterans on Veteran's Day in Red Lake - P4

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Nov 17, 2021

    RED LAKE, MN - On November 11, 2021, at about 11 AM, the 3 Star Warrior Society honored all Veterans who have served their country during war or peacetime. Led by members of the 3 Star Warrior Society, a veteran's organization and honor guard serving the Red Lake Nation, a drum group sang honor songs to pay tribune to all Veterans. A meal was served in the Tribal Government Center after the ceremony....

  • Oshkiimaajitahdah and Wells Academy partner to expand the Wells Academy CNC machinist training program - P4

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Nov 17, 2021

    REDBY, MN - On Wednesday, November 10, 2021, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held at the new Oshkiimaajitahdah facility in Redby that would expand the Wells Academy CNC machinist training program on the Red Lake Indian Reservation. This partnership was formed to better serve the Native American community. Oshkiimaajitahdah, which means "new beginning" in the Ojibwe language, is a tribal program of the Red Lake Nation that promotes the economic and social well-being of families, children,...

  • Red Lake "Treat Street" held on Sunday - P12

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Nov 17, 2021

    Red Lake "Treat Street" was held on Sunday, October 31, 2021 with numerous Programs participating in the event, which started at 2 PM and was scheduled to end at 4 PM....

  • Red Lake Elementary School celebrates Halloween on Friday - P12

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Nov 17, 2021

    The Red Lake Elementary School students celebrated Halloween on Friday, October 29, 2021 with an outdoor parade and treats for all the kids....

  • St. Mary's Mission School "Trunk or Treat" held on Friday - P12

    Nov 17, 2021

    St. Mary's Mission School "Trunk or Treat" was held on Friday, October 29, 2021 outside of their school area....

  • Cass Lake-Bena defeats Lady Warriors in Red Lake, P31 - P38

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Nov 17, 2021

    Cass Lake-Bena defeated the Red Lake Lady Warriors on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, 3-1. Red Lake Jr. High team won their match 2-0, while the Junior Varsity lost 2-0....

  • Ponemah Labor Day Pow Wow 2021: Saturday Afternoon Session - P50

    Michael Barrett, RLNN|Nov 17, 2021

    Ponemah Labor Day Pow Wow 2021: Saturday Afternoon Session 48th Annual Obaashiing Labor Day Celebration 2021 Singing Contest results: 1st Place-Motown (6125pts) 2nd Place-Mandaree (5850pts) 3rd Place-Ptown (5735pts) 4th Place-Crossroads (5620pts) 5th Place-Southern Boyz (5595pts) 6th Place-Southern Style (5585pts) Blazing Bear Whitetail Boyz Iron Boy Red Lake Chemical Health Program 5 Man Bass Drum Singing Contest Results: 1st Place-Mandaree (3400pts) 2nd Place-Battle River (3180pts) 3rd...

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