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Losing daylight after summer solstice

Jun 22, 2022 09:27AM ● By Laura Durenberger

The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere - WDIO News - June 21, 2022

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AAA predicting record number of July 4th drivers (plus travel money saving tips for the road and sky)

Jun 21, 2022 08:42AM ● By Laura Durenberger

Despite sky-high gas prices, AAA is predicting a record number of July 4th drivers - CBS Minnesota News - June 21, 2022

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Ticks, gnats, and mosquitos, oh my! Top bug busting tips from local experts

Jun 20, 2022 12:14PM ● By Laura Durenberger

The bugs may be bad, but there are ways you can manage them while still enjoying all your outdoor activities - Boreal Community Media - June 20, 2022

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Small device keeps mosquitoes away

Jun 19, 2022 01:54PM ● By Editor

I tested the Thermacell E55 to see if it lived up to its promises. For the most part, it did. By Marshall Helmberger from the Tower Timberjay • June 17, 2022

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The 988 mental health crisis line rolls out in July - here’s what you should know

Jun 18, 2022 06:32AM ● By Editor

The new line should be used when there isn’t necessarily a need for immediate medical attention, but instead when there’s a concern for a person’s mental well-being. That could mean things like depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and even suicidal ideations. By Quinn Gorham from KBJR-TV • June 16, 2022

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Be vigilant checking for ticks despite late start to the spring, Thunder Bay entomologist says

Jun 16, 2022 06:36AM ● By Editor

The late snow melt in northwestern Ontario has meant that the springtime emergence of ticks has been delayed, said Ken Deacon, the Thunder Bay District Health Unit's surveillance of vector-borne disease program coordinator. From CBC News · Thunder Bay • June 16, 2022

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Minnesota officials say COVID tracking app is a critical tool to fight the pandemic. Few people actually use it.

Jun 15, 2022 11:38AM ● By Laura Durenberger

Technology touted by state officials to help slow the spread of COVID-19 is rarely being used by the millions of Minnesotans who have it on their phones - KSTP 5 News - June 14, 2022

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Heat Exhaustion Vs. Heat Stroke: Know The Differences

Jun 15, 2022 08:59AM ● By Laura Durenberger

The heat is not only uncomfortable, but it can be dangerous to your health - WCCO 4 News - June 14, 2022

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Rainy Lake Flood Updates

Jun 13, 2022 08:39PM ● By Editor

All flood related updates regarding Rainy Lake can be found here in this article. Newest updates will be posted on top.

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Urgent salad recall: Check your fridge because these salads can make you very sick

Jun 13, 2022 07:10AM ● By Editor

Northern Tier Bakery shipped the recalled salad products to retail locations in Minnesota and Wisconsin. By Chris Smith of BJR.com - June 12, 2022

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