STATEWIDE/PUBLIC HEALTH CARE PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY: Minnesota has started verifying eligibility for people in public health care programs. Notices went to about 100,000 people who have Medical Assistance this month. By May 2024, state, county and Tribal workers will check eligibility requirements for 1.5 million people. The Minnesota Department of Human Services and its partners
“I love the Hometown Focus and need my weekly dose.” –Marcia Motley, Eveleth MINNESOTA TWINS OFFER FREE HATS: Anyone with a 2023 Minnesota fishing or hunting license can receive a free special edition orange Minnesota Twins logo cap and a ticket discount thanks to a special ticket offer from the Twins. MnDNR Days are back
SPRINGTIME MEANS TEMPORARY ROAD, TRAIL CLOSURES: The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will begin temporarily closing some roads and trails in state forests, state parks, recreation areas, and wildlife management areas as the spring thaw impacts road conditions. Seasonal melting makes these roads and trails too soft to support vehicle traffic without damage. Depending
CAPE COALITION/WEBINAR SERIES: The CAPE Coalition (Chemical Awareness Prevention and Education) is hosting a webinar series for parents and students, taking on difficult but important conversations surrounding youth in our communities. Their goal is to provide information to inform families and help them start healthy conversations. The Facts About Youth Vaping, the first episode
Mazie Buffetta VIRGINIA/ELKS LODGE BURGER FUNDRAISER: The Virginia Elks Lodge is hosting a Hoop Shoot Fundraiser for Mazie Buffetta on Wednesday, April 5, from 4 – 7 p.m. at the Virginia Elks Lodge. Burgers and fries will be available $10. Buffetta will be representing the Virginia Elks Lodge at the National Elks Hoop Shoot in