Here are some of this week’s top stories from the KBRFRadio.com Newsroom:
MDH Reports Spike In Alcohol-Related Deaths During Pandemic
New numbers suggest the COVID pandemic may have fueled an increase in deaths from alcohol use in Minnesota. Preliminary data show 992 Minnesotans died from fully alcohol-attributable causes in 2020 – compared with 821 in 2019.
State High School League Wants Outdoor Spring Sports Without Masks
The Minnesota State High School League wants students to be able to play outdoor sports without wearing masks.
Greater Fergus Falls Announces Change in Leadership
The Board of Directors of Greater Fergus Falls (GFF) is proud to announce that NeTia Bauman has been named Managing Director of Greater Fergus Falls. Bauman, the former Business Development Coordinator for GFF, takes over effective April 18th as the Board sends Deckert off to new adventures.
Former Brooklyn Center Officer to be Charged With Manslaughter
The officer involved in a deadly shooting in Brooklyn Center will be charged with second-degree manslaughter.
For the 13th Time Governor Walz Extends Peacetime Emergency
As Minnesota continues to ramp up vaccination distribution and monitor new variants of COVID-19, Governor Tim Walz today signed Executive Order 21-19 to extend the peacetime emergency in Minnesota.
The Creation Shop to Host Grand Opening
Greater Fergus Falls (GFF) is pleased to announce that The Creation Shop will be celebrating the grand opening of their business Thursday, April 22nd through Saturday, April 24th from 3:00 – 7:00 pm at 119 N. Mill St. in downtown Fergus Falls
Beware Of Scammers Sending Emails Disguised As Coming From IRS
With the original IRS tax deadline looming this week, scammers could be using electronic means to steal from you.
Detroit Lakes Woman Starring in New Film
A Detroit Lakes woman is starring in a new film bringing awareness to drug addiction.
Brooklyn Center Police Chief and Officer Involved in Fatal Shooting Resigns
Both the Brooklyn Center Police Chief and the officer seen on bodycam video in a fatal shooting Sunday have resigned from the department.
Lakeland General Store Owners Purchases Webber Dock & Lift
The owners of Lakeland General Store have acquired Webber Dock & Lift in Detroit Lakes.
Governor Tim Walz announced Sunday that more than 2 million Minnesotans have now received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine — five weeks after announcing 1 million Minnesotans had at least one dose on March 6.
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