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The Vaccine Supply Doesn't Favor Roseau County
by Jeff Olsen It's a supply and demand problem at the present time in Roseau County. With a population of just over 15,000, those wanting to be vaccinated are in a waiting game. "There is only a... Full story
It started with a hug, next a slap, and then handcuffs
by Jeff Olsen Late this past Saturday evening, a 911 call alerted the Roseau County Sheriff's Department that a domestic altercation was occurring at the Nathan Brovold residence at 30441 333rd...
Roseau Native Stands Forever Tall for Korean War Veterans
by Jeff Olsen Duane "Buck" Broten, who survived horrific odds as a 20-year-old infantryman on Pork Chop Hill in Korea in July 1953, was front and center at the Veterans Memorial Park in Blaine on...
Badger has that small town feeling
by Jeff Olsen It's funny about small towns. They all stand out, one way or another, even in the 21st Century. What's missing are the trademark Coca Cola signs that were hanging over store fronts in... Full story
COVID Info Hotline Available for Roseau County Residents
LifeCare Public Health in partnership with Roseau County Altru Clinics and Pharmacies are working diligently on planning and distributing COVID-19 vaccine in a phased approach set forth by the Federal and State Government. In order to keep Roseau... Full story
REP. BURKEL APPLAUDS VACCINE PILOT SITE IN THIEF RIVER FALLS
On Monday, the Minnesota Department of Health announced a new community COVID-19 vaccine program that partners with local public health and school districts at nine locations across the...
Looking Back
5 years ago – Jan. 23, 2016 The Immanuel Baptist Church was celebrating their one year anniversary with a service on January 24. Curtis Skrutvold was celebrating his 90th birthday with an open house...
30 Miles to Paradise: Ice Road Opens
Ice fishing in these parts is a big deal. Enjoyed by both anglers and non-anglers alike, guests typically start their day with a nice breakfast. Right around daybreak, heated specialized ice... Full story
Dan Fabian is sworn in as Roseau's Mayor
On Sunday afternoon, Dan Fabian was driving back to Roseau from the Park Rapids area, and he was completely legit. "I'm hands free," said the recently retired state representative. He was asked if he...
Riverbend Skate Path
If you build it they will come, at least that's the way it worked out with the completion of Riverbend Skate Path on the Warroad River. "In early December my neighbor, Joe Peterson, and I were...
County Veterans Service Officer Wants the Word Out
Roseau County Veterans Service Officer Martin Howes was just delighted recently when the VA added three more diseases that claims can be filed for at his office at the Roseau County Courthouse. "Many...
Minnesota State Statute Requires Removing Campaign Signs
On Tuesday, Roseau City Attorney Michelle Moren related that during the Monday City Council there had been comments about the still present campaign banners and signs. "I told Chief Anderson that...
Reflections From Afar On the Present Times Over Here
On January 7, Tim Simmons, a 1981 Roseau High School graduate, was reached by cellphone near Madrid, Spain. "We watched the news last night. And when I woke up this morning, I watched Congress make...
LIFECARE MEDICAL CENTER TO PURCHASE FORMER DOLLAR SAVERS BUILDING IN WARROAD
LifeCare Medical Center has signed a purchase agreement of the former Dollar Savers Building in Warroad with the intent to renovate and become a community wellness center. “We have solidified the purchase of the building and are now ready to move...
Roseau County Vaccination Update
Monday, December 28, 2020 was a historic day for LifeCare Medical Center and many healthcare workers in Roseau County. Through the gloom of the Covid-19 healthcare crisis, a ray of sunshine appeared...
Salol News
Holly and Walker McLaine, from Rapid City, S.D., were at Patrick Monkmans for Christmas. Patrick, Stacy, Holly and Walker were at Dennis and Diane Monkmans for a “Mask Party” on December 26th. Marcie Santl visited Dennis and Diane on December...
Happenings In RHS Industrial Tech
This past week marked the end of the 2nd quarter at RHS, and with it, more success and accomplishments from our local students within and outside the classroom. As winter sports and school...
Looking Back
5 years ago – Jan. 16, 2016 A week ago at the Sparetime Bowl in Roseau, history was made when Steve Brosdahl bowled a perfect game. This was Roseau County’s first 300 game. The two winners in...
Lost and Found Driver's License
Question: Is it true that if you drop a lost driver’s license in a mailbox, the United States Postal Service will mail it to the owner? I’ve heard that you can just put it in the drop box and they will get it to them. Answer: This is a good...
Minnesotans Fish Free With Kids Jan. 16-18
Take a Kid Ice Fishing Weekend is this Saturday, Jan. 16, through Monday, Jan. 18. During the weekend, Minnesota residents age 16 or older can fish or dark-house spear without an angling or spearing license if they take a child younger than 16...
Court Report
Roseau County Sheriff’s Dept. Jeanene Renee Jackson, Grifton, N.C., pled guilty to speeding and was fined $125. (Badge #1928) Desmond King, Cincinnati, Ohio, pled guilty to driving without valid license and speeding and was fined $225. (Badge #1929...
Katie Borowicz is a Golden Gopher
by Jeff Olsen On Saturday evening, Kelsey Didrikson was weighing in on losing the best player on her team. It was evident in her voice - a little bit of shock and awe. Anyone who has coached never... Full story
This Old Postman Puts The Stamp on Originality
by Jeff Olsen His birth name is Edward Furuseth - a legitimate guy, a former Warroad Postmaster, and as quotable as Dizzy Dean, the long deceased Hall of Fame pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals. The...
He once glided fearlessly across the ice
by Jeff Olsen It's been years since he laced up the skates and shot the puck around the boards. That happens when you are diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) more than a decade ago. Mr. Ness, a...
Roseau County's First Baby born in 2021!
LifeCare Medical Center’s Birthing Center is pleased to announce the 2021 New Years Baby, Paisleigh Grace-Lynn Jaros. Born on Sunday, January 3, 2021 at 12:26 p.m., Dr. Jessica Simmons delivered... Full story
