ST. PAUL, MN, July 29, 2019 — To help address the current emergency blood shortage, all who come to give blood or platelets with the American Red Cross now through August 29 will receive a $5 Amazon.com gift card via email. Currently, the Red Cross has less than a three-day supply of most blood types available and less than a two-day supply of type O blood. Individuals can … [Read more...]
Free evening caregiver class in Preston
Due to filling our last class, Catholic Charities of Southern MN will be offering another Powerful Tools for Caregivers Workshop series beginning August 21. It will run for six consecutive Wednesdays through September 25. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an educational program designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or … [Read more...]
Empty Bowls 2019
The community of Harmony will host its tenth Empty Bowls event this fall on Sunday, November 10 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Empty Bowls is an International Project to fight hunger. Bowls created by local potters and artisans are used to serve a simple meal of soup and bread. Guests/diners choose a bowl for the meal, which they then take home afterwards. Money collected from the … [Read more...]
Chatfield interim wastewater operator
At the July 22 meeting of the Chatfield City Council, Brian Burkholder recommended that Steve Bushman, certified Class A Operator (WHKS), be hired on an interim basis. At a special meeting of the city council on July 15 the resignation of Chris Daniels, wastewater treatment plant operator, was accepted effective July 26. The council then authorized staff to advertise for a … [Read more...]
U of M provides mental health and stress support for Minnesota farmers
Low farm income, a lingering trade war and other issues affecting agriculture are increasingly causing stress and mental health issues for farmers in Minnesota and around the country. The University of Minnesota has stepped up to fill the gap for farmers looking for mental health resources. More than 90% of American farmers and farm workers say financial issues impact … [Read more...]