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10 Tips to Navigate Winter Roads Like a Pro

Nov 07, 2022 07:53AM ● By Editor

If you live in an area that typically experiences snow and ice in the winter months, you need to be aware of the extra precautions that drivers must take if they plan to drive in these conditions. From driving-tests.org • November 7, 2022

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Gale warning in effect: Hazardous conditions on Lake Superior overnight

Nov 05, 2022 11:47AM ● By Editor

From the National Weather Service • Duluth MN • November 6, 2022

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Change your clocks – and your alarm batteries – this Sunday

Nov 03, 2022 09:58AM ● By Editor

While you're changing your clocks on Sunday, take the time to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. From the Minnesota Department of Public Safety • November 3, 2022

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Protect your family, keep firearms secure with a free gun lock

Nov 02, 2022 10:24AM ● By Editor

The gun lock secures the firearm, putting a barrier in place to effectively disable the gun so it cannot be fired, whether it was loaded or unloaded. DPS recommends always storing the ammunition and the firearm separately. From the Minnesota Department of Public Safety • November 2, 2022

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Weekly Conservation Officer Reports

Nov 01, 2022 07:29AM ● By Editor

CO Kylan Hill (Tofte) reports a field day for ATV safety class was held at the Cook County Elementary School. Forty eager students had a great time riding the ATVs. It was the first time for most. District 6 - Two Harbors Area - From the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources • November 1, 2022

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Veterans Day: Personal Experience a Driving Force for Service After Service

Nov 01, 2022 07:24AM ● By Editor

More than a decade later, Ramos, now retired from the Air Force, is the northwest territory field operations manager for the Red Cross service delivery department. He is one of the more than 4,000 Red Cross employees that are transitioning service members or veterans. From the American Red Cross • October 31, 2022

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9 Fall Driving Dangers and Tips to Stay Safe

Oct 27, 2022 07:35AM ● By Editor

Autumn can lull drivers into inattentiveness, but it has hazards that need special attention. By James R. Healey from AARP • October 27, 2022

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Help keep kids safe while enjoying Halloween festivities

Oct 26, 2022 07:59AM ● By Editor

Fast becoming one of the most popular holidays in this country, masses of little super heroes, cartoon and television characters will soon be out in their neighborhoods for trick or treat fun. The American Red Cross has tips parents can follow to help keep the kids safe while enjoying the festivities. From the American Red Cross • October 25, 2022

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Weekly Conservation Officer Reports

Oct 25, 2022 07:55AM ● By Editor

CO Kylan Hill (Tofte) spent the week field training COC Hudson Ledeen. They worked small-game, fishing, and ATV enforcement. Grouse hunters continue to encounter lots of birds, and strong winds earlier in the week brought an end to the fall colors. District 6 • Two Harbors Area • From the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources • October 24, 2022

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Add getting a REAL ID-compliant license or ID to your pre-flight check list

Oct 23, 2022 06:05AM ● By Editor

It won't be long until you need a REAL ID-compliant license or ID to fly domestically. When the May 3, 2023, deadline hits, Minnesotans and the rest of U.S. travelers won't be able to use their standard driver's license to fly within the U.S. or visit some federal buildings. From the Minnesota Department of Public Safety • October 21, 2022

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