Essentia Health Media Release: Upcoming advance care planning class
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tara Ekren, Media Relations Specialist Essentia Health Marketing & CommunicationsOffice: 701.364.3030 | Cell: 701.630.1270Email: tara.ekren@essentiahealth.org April 12, 2021 Essentia Health recognizes National Healthcare Decisions Day Essentia Health is hosting an advance care planning (ACP) class from 11 a.m. to noon on Friday, April 16, which is National Healthcare Decisions Day. Advance care planning is a process that helps you think and talk about your
Team YES Wins GigaZone Gaming Championship 5 Overwatch 6v6 Tournament
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brian Bissonette (218) 444-1127Team YES wins Overwatch 6v6 Tournament at GigaZone Gaming Championship 5 (Bemidji, MN) April 12, 2021 – The first of three consecutive weekends of GigaZone Gaming Championship 5 was held Saturday, April 10 with the first tournament, Overwatch 6v6.Team YES won the Overwatch 6v6 Tournament and the top prize of $1,800. Team YES team members are Kelly Whipple, Kylie
MN DNR news releases
Minnesota DNR News For Immediate Release: April 12, 2021 For more information: Contact DNR Information Center by email or call 888-646-6367. In This IssueSpring turkey hunting begins this weekStream trout fishing opens statewide on April 17DNR Fish and Wildlife AlmanacDNR invites public comments on FireFrost ATV Trail proposalSpring turkey hunting begins this weekWhen Minnesota’s turkey hunting season begins Wednesday, April 14, hunters hoping to bag a tom turkey will see similar regulations as
CHI St Joseph's Community Health COVID-19 Update
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Community Health COVID-19 UpdatePARK RAPIDS, MN (April 12 th , 2021) – After a period of decline, CHI St. Joseph’s Health Community Health is reporting an increase in COVID-19 cases in Hubbard County. With this increase, there is also an increase in hospitalizations. CHI St. Joseph’s Health Community Health, as the Public Health Agent for Hubbard County, urges all residents to stay vigilant with handwashing, mask wearing, and avoiding crowds and group gatherings when possible.
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Governor Proclaims April Technology Workforce Month in Minnesota
DEED and partners will highlight jobs in technology through events and resourcesSt. Paul – Governor Tim Walz has proclaimed April 2021 Technology Month in Minnesota. It’s an opportunity to draw attention to our technology sector and workforce and its importance to Minnesota’s economy. While the importance of these jobs has been highlighted during the pandemic, technology workers have been in demand in Minnesota’s economy for a long time and represent some of the highest-paid, best jobs in our
COVID vaccine clinic at St. Joseph's on 3/31 open to anyone 18 or older
CHI St. Joseph’s Community Health is offering COVID vaccines on Wednesday, March 31 to anyone 18 or older. This vaccine offering is open to the general public. Please share/forward this information to friends and family members. Anyone 18 or older can sign up for a vaccine at one of the appointment links below. Pre-registration and appointments are required. This clinic will provide the MODERNA vaccine (authorized for 18+), which will require a 2nd shot 4 weeks later. You will receive
Essentia Health celebrating 100,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tara Ekren, Media Relations Specialist Essentia Health Marketing & CommunicationsOffice: 701.364.3030 | Cell: 701.630.1270Email: tara.ekren@essentiahealth.org March 30, 2021 Essentia Health celebrating 100,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses Essentia Health is celebrating a major milestone in the fight against COVID-19. Today, Essentia will administer its 100,000th vaccine dose. “We have been presented with many numbers in the past year: cases, tests and, unfortunately,
Letter to the Editor- COVID-19 Vaccine Public Message
LETTER TO THE EDITOR – March 29, 2021Dear Community Members, Across the country, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to have devastating effects. Here at CHI St. Joseph’s Health, we have felt the pain and loss in our own community. We’ve supported families who have been affected and mourned those we have lost. In the last week we have seen a recent uptick in COVID-19 cases in Hubbard County and encourage everyone to do their part to help move us closer to ending the pandemic. The rollout of the vaccine
Roundtable on Youth Jobs and Development Highlights Importance of Engaging Young People in Employmen
For Immediate Release Jen Gates 651-358-0300 Jen.Gates@state.mn.us March 24, 2021 Roundtable on Youth Jobs and Development Highlights Importance of Engaging Young People in Employment OpportunitiesGetting young people working is good for their careers and for the economy St. Paul – Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Commissioner Steve Grove and Deputy Commissioner Hamse Warfa held a virtual roundtable on Friday, March 19 focused on the impact of the pandemic on
Essentia Health expands vaccine-scheduling options
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tara Ekren, Media Relations Specialist Essentia Health Marketing & CommunicationsOffice: 701.364.3030 | Cell: 701.630.1270Email: tara.ekren@essentiahealth.org March 24, 2021 Essentia Health expands vaccine-scheduling optionsNon-patients now can self-schedule through MyChart Essentia Health is making it more convenient than ever for our patients and non-patients alike to receive their COVID-19 vaccine. Residents of Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin who meet
Essentia Health Media Release: Free online platform to find and connect with local resources
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tara Ekren, Media Relations Specialist Essentia Health Marketing & CommunicationsOffice: 701.364.3030 | Cell: 701.630.1270Email: tara.ekren@essentiahealth.org March 23, 2021 Essentia Health helps launch program connecting people with free and reduced-cost servicesFinding help just got easier. Essentia Health, Wilderness Health, Generations Health Care Initiatives and Stratis Health have partnered with Aunt Bertha to provide a free online platform that allows anyone
DNR News Release-Prevent conflicts with bears with these spring tips
DNR News Release For Immediate Release: March 22, 2021 Contact: Eric Nelson wildlife animal damage program supervisor 218-203-4336 Prevent conflicts with bears with these spring tips With bears emerging from hibernation in the coming weeks, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds homeowners to check their property for food sources that could attract bears. “To avoid season-long problems, take the time now to remove or secure anything that could attract a bear,” said Eric Nelson,
