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Polk County youth leaders are making their voices heard! Students from Polk County’s Youth Advisory Board came together with youth from Norman and Mahnomen counties on October 20 for the 2nd Annual Youth Leadership Summit at the University of Minnesota-Crookston. Led by public health staff, the summit brought youth together to share their perspectives and
In observance of National Get Tested Day on September 30, Polk Norman Mahnomen Community Health Services (PNM CHS) encourages individuals to take control of their sexual health by getting screened for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV, Hepatitis C and Syphilis. This annual awareness day serves as a critical reminder that regular testing is a
Polk County Public Health Director Sarah Reese invited the members of the 2026-27 Polk County Youth Advisory Board (YAB) to the September 22 county board meeting to join in the discussion on the county’s tobacco ordinance. The board was established in 2018 by the Polk County Board of Commissioners and comprises 16 to 20 high
We kicked off the Celebrate the Young Child events with WHEELS ON THE GO! at the fabulous Wildwood Park! The event was geared towards children from birth to age 8 and their parents, and over 100 people enjoyed the beautiful fall evening exploring a tractor and loader, enjoying a healthy snack, painting with trucks, playing with
The Polk County Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday to set the 2027 preliminary levy and hear updates from other county departments. PRELIMINARY LEVYFollowing budget discussions at the September 14 and 15 meetings, Polk County Administrator Chuck Whiting brought a resolution before the board, which would set the 2027 preliminary levy at $30,711,637, a 5
Talking about mental health resources can help connect people with support and create a message of hope and healing. Finding the right support can be an important part of caring for your mental health. Hope and healing can look different for everyone, and support can come from many places. Talking openly about the resources available
