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Gala for Girls to be held May 1, register now through April 17

The Gala for Girls is set for Friday, May 1, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Crookston Inn. Polk County Public Health Director Sarah Reese tells us how the event got started. “The Gala for Girls is an event that’s been going on for almost two decades,” said Reese. “It started out as an initiative with […]

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Polk County Health is alerting the public of possible measles exposure in Grand Forks

Polk County Public Health is warning or potential measles exposures in Grand Forks on February 9 and 11. Grand Forks County has reported potential measles exposures at the following locations: February 9• Altru Pediatrics Clinic (12:10–7 p.m.)• Hobby Lobby (1:15–4 p.m.)• Starbucks (2–4:15 p.m.) February 11• ALDI (10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.)• Sam’s Club (10:30 a.m.–1 p.m.)•

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Polk County Public Health hosting February Fitness Fever events February 8 and 22

Winter has arrived, but that doesn’t mean an end to being active. From sledding, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing to curling, ice fishing, hockey, and ice skating, winter offers countless ways for individuals and families to stay active, connect with nature, and enjoy time together. “We are hoping to encourage people to get out, get their

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Polk County Public Health urging residents to test homes for radon

In recognition of Radon Action Month 2026, Polk County Public Health is urging residents to test their homes for radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from the soil and can build up indoors. Radon is invisible and odorless and can enter homes through small openings in foundations and lower levels, such as cracks,

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Polk County to hold Opioid Settlement Fund public meeting December 19

Polk County to Hold Public Meeting on Opioid Settlement Funds Local government officials and community members are encouraged to attend Under the Minnesota Opioids State-Subdivision Memorandum of Agreement, Polk County is holding its annual public meeting with municipalities to consult on the county‘s future use of Opioid Settlement funds. Community members are welcome and encouraged

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Crookston High School students making progress on greenhouse construction

The Crookston High School’s Greenhouse Construction classes continue to make noticeable progress on the construction of the greenhouse on the east side of the school. KROX stopped by on Wednesday afternoon to see the kids working hard on the greenhouse. Even though the wind chill was below zero on Wednesday, the students were working hard

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