Question: I know there is a lot of discussion on distracted driving. I have a question how does the law apply to amateur radio devices? For example, trained storm spotters sometimes use hand-held and vehicle mobile radios during a weather emergency.
The impact that the volunteers at Prairie Five have on the quality of life in their communities cannot be overstated! Each day, the home-delivered meals program volunteers ensure that older adults not only have access to nourishing, healthy meals but are able to continue living independently in their own homes. A 92-year-old remarked, “I gave up cooking and my kids aren’t around so if it weren’t for this service, I don’t know what I’d do.”
Three Minnesota state parks offer guided tours, giving participants opportunities to learn about fascinating features of the parks and the history behind them.
Several southwest Minnesota economic and workforce development organizations have partnered to host the SW MN Regional Workforce Summit on April 29 at the Heritage Event Center in rural Taunton. This all-day event is targeted at employers, HR staff, schools, community leaders and economic development professionals and features a great lineup of speakers and panelists providing attendees with tools and resources aimed at attracting and retaining employees.
On or about April 14, 2025 _, the City of Granite Falls will request the Business and Community Development Division (BCD), Small Cities Development Program, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), to release federal funds under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended (P.L. 98-181) for the following project:
Answering a call to serve, Chris Giese was recently named the new Chief of the Sacred Heart Fire Department.
Saturday, April 12th: Healing Hearts Night at the Barn at Lee Mar…
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Registration is now open for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ summer 2025 I Can! outdoor recreation programs in Minnesota state parks and recreation areas.
Prospective bear hunters have until Friday, May 2, to apply for a bear hunting license from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Applications for the 2025 season can be submitted online, at any license agent or by telephone at 888-665-4236.