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Air quality alert issued in northern Minnesota over Canadian wildfire smoke

Jul 20, 2021 07:01AM ● By Editor

Heavy smoke from Canadian wildfires has prompted the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to issue an air quality alert for northern Minnesota through Wednesday morning. From Minnesota Public Radio News - July 20, 2021

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COOK COUNTY CONNECTIONS: Practice Fireworks Safety this Fourth of July

Jul 02, 2021 01:00PM ● By Editor

Enjoy the long Fourth of July holiday weekend while keeping safety in mind. By Mike Keyport, Emergency Management Director of Cook County MN - July 2, 2021

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Video: Safety experts urge caution on the water over holiday weekend

Jun 30, 2021 05:25AM ● By Editor

As you head to the pool or the lake this holiday weekend, safety experts are warning Minnesotans to be careful, noting that many people could be a bit rusty or inexperienced after the pandemic. By Ellen Galles of KSTP-TV - June 29, 2021

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Every dog has its day, but it’s not the Fourth of July

Jun 29, 2021 04:32PM ● By Editor

That’s because dogs, like humans, are hardwired to be afraid of sudden, loud noises. It is what keeps them safe. By Christine Calder, Mississippi State University via The Conversation - June 29, 2021

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Emergency-preparedness gadgets you need to have in your home to tackle any situation

Jun 27, 2021 08:46AM ● By Editor

By Amy Poole from the gadget flow.com - June 26, 2021

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How you can prevent your furry friends from injuring mail carriers

Jun 13, 2021 09:24PM ● By Editor

National Dog Bite Awareness Week is June 12-18 this year with the theme of: "Be Aware: Any Dog Can Bite." From WKOW - June 13, 2021

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How to handle a heat wave: Safety tips and ways to stay cool

Jun 07, 2021 03:11PM ● By Editor

From Minnesota Public Radio News - June 7, 2021

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June is National Pet Preparedness Month

Jun 04, 2021 07:16AM ● By Editor

From ready.gov - June 4, 2021

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Good planning prevented pandemic problems for public water suppliers in Minnesota

Jun 03, 2021 02:44PM ● By Editor

MDH releases annual drinking water report, showing no major issues. From the Minnesota Department of Health - June 3, 2021

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Want a state parks pass with that COVID vaccine? Walz unveils incentive program

May 27, 2021 05:24AM ● By Editor

The perks will be available to 100,000 people who get their first vaccine dose between now and the end of June. They include state park passes, fishing licenses and tickets to the Minnesota State Fair. From Minnesota Public Radio News - May 26, 2021

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