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Looking Back
May 315 years agoThe International Falls Bronco Golf Team cruised to a two-stroke victory yesterday in the two-day Northern Invitational at The Quarry and Giant’s Ridge in Virginia.
OVOC carrots, planting advice
What is better than a carrot stick for a healthy snack and what complements roast beef and potatoes better than carrots?
Talking autism-friendly colors with U of M
Selecting paint colors for your living room, office or classroom can be a big decision — one that impacts not only the feel of the room but the emotions of those within it.
Volunteers needed to advocate for nursing home residents
International Falls is among the areas in greatest need for volunteers to serve at long-term care facilities.Minnesota’s State Ombudsman for Long-Term Care is calling for more volunteers.Long-term care volunteers bring passion and value to their work in nursing care facilities across Minnesota.
‘No Mow May’ adopted
No citations for lawn height violations will be issued in International Falls in May, following action by the city council.A “No Mow May” proclamation was adopted April 9 by the council that directs staff not to issue notices for lawn height violations for the month of May on occupied properties in good standing, allowing residents to voluntarily delay lawn care until June.No Mow May is a movement that asks people to delay mowing their lawns until June to allow for early flowering grasses and weeds to establish, allowing pollinator species to emerge.The city retains the right to enforce the ordinance if a situation arises that makes it necessary to respond, officials noted.Mayor Harley Droba, while supporting the idea, said he feared some residents might wonder why they need to mow in June.
Looking Back
Friday, April 2615 years agoThe Falls Country Club opened yesterday and golfers came out in large numbers to enjoy the 70-degree temperatures.
Volunteers needed to advocate for nursing home residents
STAFF REPORTInternational Falls is among the communities in Minnesota with the greatest need for Certified Ombudsman Volunteers, reports staff with the Minnesota State Ombudsman for Long-Term Care office.Long-term care volunteers bring passion and value to their work in nursing care facilities across Minnesota, a news report from the office said.“With training and direction from the Office of the State Ombudsman for Long-Term Care, volunteers champion the office’s mission to empower, educate and advocate for the rights of Minnesotans receiving long-term care services and supports,” said Cheryl Hennen, State Ombudsman for Long-Term Care.Certified volunteers assist paid regional ombudsmen to investigate and advocate for residents in nursing homes and assisted living settings.