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The Polk County Commissioners met on Tuesday, April 15 at the Government Center in the County Board Room. Sheriff James Tadman was first up Monday and presented the board with his Monthly report for March. In March, there were 805 Calls for Service for the Sheriff’s Department, with some of the highest numbers being for […]
The Polk County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, March 4, at 8:00 a.m. at the Government Center. Chuck Whiting, Polk County Administrator covered some items with the board Tuesday. He first asked the board to consider further funding for the West Central Regional Water District Formation. This project has been in the works for quite
Breastfeeding is important for babies, mothers, other birthing parents, and families. Many families start breast/chestfeeding but are often unable to meet their goals due to a lack of support. The Polk-Norman-Mahnomen Community Health Services WIC (PNM WIC) Program supports families before and during their infant feeding journey by talking about the importance of human milk,
The Crookston Sports Center (CSC) has recently upgraded an old storage room into an inviting, private space for breastfeeding families. The designated lactation room is a private, comfortable space with a rocking chair, table, electrical outlets, and changing table located near the bathrooms. The Polk County Public Health staff and City Council members held an
With the world in the midst of a global pandemic, it is a good time to recognize the important role breastfeeding plays in protecting babies from germs all across the planet. The Polk-Norman-Mahnomen Community Health Services (PNM CHS) WIC Program and SHIP are celebrating Minnesota Breastfeeding Awareness Month throughout August. The theme for World Breastfeeding
Mothers who breastfeed may choose to stay home in the early months for fear of being confronted with criticism for breastfeeding in public. In the state of Minnesota, women are allowed to breastfeed in public places. In fact, Minnesota has a State law to protect breastfeeding mothers called: Anytime, Anywhere, Minnesota breastfeeding statute 145.905. Polk
