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Getting youth outdoors in pursuit of squirrels, rabbits and other small game is the focus of Take a Kid Hunting Weekend on Saturday, Sept. 20, and Sunday, Sept. 21. During the weekend, adult Minnesota residents accompanied by a youth younger than age 16 may hunt small game without a license, although they must comply with open seasons, limits and other regulations.

Motivated by concerning trends and a desire to develop new solutions and supports, a new group is forming focused on preventing suicide on the Iron Range. The Suicide Prevention Coalition will host a kick-off meeting for the public on Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 4-7 p.m. at the Mountain Iron Community Center.

Virginia, MN — The North St. Louis Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is celebrating 75 years of conservation with a community Open House on Monday, September 22, 2025, from 2:00–6:00 PM at the North St. Louis SWCD office, 505 3rdSt. N., Ste A, Virginia, MN, 55792.

4-H youth from across Minnesota again showcased their learning in the 4-H Building at the Minnesota State Fair. Over 160 demonstrations were delivered and over 1,900 general exhibits were on display. In a continuation of the virtual state showcase format developed in 2020, over 110 of the general exhibits were judged virtually this year.

Change comes after four consecutive months of no detections

Minnesota — Vitality Healthcare Management is excited to announce the expansion of its continuum of care with the official launch of our new Home and Community Based Services designed to help Minnesotans remain safe, supported, and independent in their homes.

Essentia Health is bringing a groundbreaking tool in early detection of Alzheimer’s disease to the Northland. A new diagnostic test that detects amyloid plaque — abnormal protein deposits in the brain that can disrupt cognitive function and a defining feature of Alzheimer’s — represents a major breakthrough in care for a disease that affects more than 7 million Americans.. Regionally, this new test is only offered at Essentia’s downtown Duluth campus.

St. Paul, Minn. – The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission announced today the appointment of Sasha Bergman as its new Executive Secretary and Chief of Staff. In this critical role, Bergman will serve as the Commission’s chief administrative officer, responsible for managing staff and guiding the operational backbone of the organization.