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Wound care is a high-demand service. Brittni Johnson, PT, DPT, averages over 85 monthly wound care treatments in her physical therapy practice with RiverView Health’s Rehab Services Department and Home Care. Patient location doesn’t hinder Johnson’s treatment abilities. She treats patients in the hospital, in their homes through Home Care, and in the outpatient setting […]
The Polk County Public Health Department has issued a message this week about Radon Levels in Polk County being higher than the state average. Minnesota has unusually high radon levels due to its unique geology and how homes are operated with our cold temperatures, according to Polk County Public Health Director Sarah Reese. “During the
The Crookston Early Childhood Initiative is celebrating its 20th Anniversary. The Early Childhood Initiative provides supportive opportunities to young children and their families in our community. “The ECI is a collaboration. We have 19 community leaders, early childhood professionals, and parents and the Northwest Minnesota Foundation sponsors it,” says Gunderson. “We carry out projects to
For years, Benedictine Living Community-Crookston has witnessed the generosity of the Crookston community in supporting the United Way. This past year, a gift was given to purchase eight wheelchairs and ten pressure-relieving wheelchair cushions. Physical Therapist Jennifer Tull states, “Thank you, United Way, and all who contribute! You keep making a difference for us. Updating our
Lake Agassiz Regional Library has scheduled a tour of special Superhero-themed Storytimes featuring former Miss Moorhead and Miss River Valley 2025 Whitney McClain. McClain will read stories about some of the superheroes children know and love and discuss the ways children can be superheroes in their everyday lives. Children are encouraged to dress as their favorite
The Polk County Board of Commissioners met for the first time in 2025 on Tuesday, January 7, at 8:00 a.m. at the Government Center. Commissioners-Elect Paul Reese, Mark Holy, and Gary Willhite, as well as Officers Elected, were administered the Oath of Office. Commissioner Holy was elected Board Chair, and Joan Lee was Vice Chair.
