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Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, Oprah, Celine Dion Joining “One World: Together At Home” TV Special

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Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, Oprah Winfrey and Celine Dion are among those joining the lineup for the One World: Together at Home television special. Global Citizen announced that Swift, Lopez, and Dion will perform remotely during the two-hour concert event, which airs Saturday at 8 p.m. ET on NBC, CBS, ABC, ViacomCBS Networks, The CW, the BBC, iHeartMedia and other global networks and platforms. 

Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello, Alicia Keys, Sam Smith, Usher and Pharrell Williams have also joined the list of performers. Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres, Awkwafina, Amy Poehler, LL Cool J, Lupita Nyong’o, Matthew McConaughey and Victoria Beckham will make appearances.

Previously announced performers and presenters include Lady Gaga, Andrea Bocelli, Billie Eilish, Billie Joe Armstrong, Chris Martin, David Beckham, Eddie Vedder, Elton John, Keith Urban, Paul McCartney, Priyanka Chopra and Stevie Wonder.

Together at Home is curated by Lady Gaga. Late-night talk show hosts Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel will co-host the event. NBC said in a previous press release: “One World: Together at Home is not a telethon, but rather a global broad entertainment special to celebrate the heroic efforts of community health workers and support the World Health Organization and the global fight to end COVID-19.”

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Take A First Look At ‘Dune’ Featuring Timothée Chalamet

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Vanity Fair has shared a first look at the new “Dune” movie, set to be released on December 18. The film stars Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides and is directed by Denis Villeneuve of “Arrival” and “Blade Runner 2049” fame. Based on the 1965 novel by Frank Herbert, the new movie follows the 1984 original film and a 2000 television series.

Chalamet starred in “Call me by Your Name” and “Beautiful Boy.” Zendaya, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin and Rebecca Ferguson also co-star in the forthcoming film.  Take a sneak peak at the link below.

 

See First Look at Timothee Chalamet & Zendaya In New Movie ‘Dune’

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RED LAKE COUNTY HAS FIRST POSITIVE COVID-19 CASE OF SOMEONE FROM THE COUNTY

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Inter-County Nursing Service has received notification from the Minnesota Department of Health of a confirmed COVID-19 case of an individual from Red Lake County.  The individual that tested positive is not currently residing in the county. The case was exposed outside of the county and at this time there is no known exposures to Red Lake County residents. The case continues to be investigated by the Minnesota Department of Health.

Despite the apparent absence of COVID-19 in our community, it’s important to remember that COVID-19 is circulating widely elsewhere in the state and is just a car-ride away from our community. We could see a case of the disease at any time and for that reason, it is important to continue to follow the recommendations to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, practice social distancing, frequently wash hands, cover coughs and sneezes and stay home when sick.

Learn more about the virus and ways to protect yourself, your family, and your neighbors at the CDC website https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

MDH has set up a public hotline that is open 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The hotline number is: 651-201-3920. See MDH website for additional resources https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html

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GRAND FORKS MAYOR URGES RESIDENTS TO STAY AT HOME AFTER COVID-19 HOT SPOT – 424 TESTS TAKEN TODAY

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City of Grand Forks’ Mayor, Dr. Michael R. Brown, and Altru’s President Dr. Steven Weiser are urging the residents of Grand Forks to strictly follow recommendations to stay home, physically distance, and practice other simple steps to slow the spread of COVID-19.

On Wednesday, April 15, a hotspot of positive COVID-19 cases were identified with ties to a Grand Forks workplace, LM Wind Power. This announcement comes with a significant increase in cases in Grand Forks, and through a mass testing event being led by the state, the possibility of many more to come.  424 tests were taken at the mass testing site between 1:00 and 6:00 p.m. in Grand Forks on Thursday.

“The number of positive cases of COVID-19 has significantly increased in our community,” warns Mayor Brown. “If we don’t continue practicing basic prevention measures to slow community spread, we could overwhelm our healthcare system. The responsibility to ensure that does not happen falls on each and every one of us.”

The recommendations, which continue to evolve as we understand the impact of COVID-19 currently include the following:

  •         Practice physical distancing
  •         Practice good hygiene;
  •         wash your hands for 20 seconds.
  •         Avoid touching your face.
  •         Disinfect frequently used items and surfaces.
  •         Stay home if you are sick
  •         Wear a face covering when in public

“These are simple steps you can take to prevent serious illness and an overwhelming impact on our community,” urges Dr. Weiser. “While we’ve spent endless hours planning and preparing for a spread in our community, the potential impact we now face has the ability to overwhelm our healthcare workers and our system. The healthcare workers in your community need your partnership to keep them safe and to keep them working, so they can care for you.”

Community members who feel that they are at risk for COVID-19 due to related symptoms, travel or close contact with someone who has tested positive are encouraged to call Altru’s 24/7 Screening Hotline at 701.780.6358. You can learn more about the symptoms, risks and our state’s guidance on COVID-19 on the North Dakota Department of Health website.

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SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK FRIDAY TOPIC – EXTREME HEAT

Today’s Severe Weather Awareness Week topic is Extreme Heat.  Heat-related deaths account for more deaths on an average year in the United States than floods, tornadoes, lightning, and hurricanes combined, according to Crookston Firefighter Brian Hanson. “Heat-related fatalities outpace deaths in several other weather categories,” said Hanson.  “Based on the national average, excessive heat claimed 219 lives each year from 1992-2001.  By contrast, floods killed 88 people, tornadoes-57, lightning-52, and hurricanes-15.  This is something that even in our neck of the woods, it is serious to know what we are dealing with.”

The National Weather Service uses the Heat Index to issue Excessive Heat Warnings and Excessive Heat Watches.  A watch is when there is an expectation of excessive heat, while a warning is issued once the Heat Index has reached 105˚ F explains Hanson. “An excessive heat warning is issued within 12 hours of the heat index reaching 105˚ F for any period of time,” said Hanson.  “An excessive heat watch will be issued when the heat index is expected to greater than 105˚ F, and the nighttime low temperature will be at least 75˚ F or higher for two consecutive days.”

There are several indicators of heat-related illness from heat cramps, which are muscular pain and spasms in the legs or abdomen. Heat exhaustion is the loss of body fluids through heavy sweating in high heat or humidity. The signs of heat exhaustion are cool, moist, pale or flushed skin, headaches, nausea, dizziness, heavy sweating, weakness, exhaustion.  Heatstroke, also known as sunstroke, is a life-threatening condition in which a person’s temperature control system stops working and the body is unable to cool itself.  Signs of heatstroke include hot, red skin which may be dry or moist, changes in consciousness, vomiting, and high body temperature.  Heatstroke is life-threatening, and if you believe someone is suffering from heatstroke, you should call 911 immediately.

Staying inside or if you have to be outside, making sure you stay hydrated is the best way to avoid heat-related illness, says Hanson.  “During a heatwave, we’re going to ask that you drink more fluids, primarily water,” said Hanson.  “And try to stay away from the alcohol and high-sugar drinks such as pops, Gatorades and things like that.  You need to be staying inside where you have air conditioning in place during those days.  If air conditioning is not available, be in a location with adequate shade, airflow, and ventilation.  Make use of public venues or cooling centers if necessary.  Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing, and loose-fitting clothing will help cool you down also.  And never leave any person or animal in a closed, parked vehicle. 

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UMC VOLLEYBALL’S TOP PLAYER, PORSHA PORATH, TO TRANSFER

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The University of Minnesota Crookston Golden Eagle Volleyball team is losing its top offensive player. Porsha Porath (Soph. Windom) has signed to play volleyball in her last two seasons at West Texas A & M. West Texas is a Division II school in Concord, Texas.

While at UMC, Porath played in 28 matches with 26 starts on the outside. She led the Golden Eagles with 3.14 points per set to go along with 284 kills for an average of 2.90 per frame. Porath recorded season-high with 23 kills and 24 points against South Dakota School of Mines, she recorded 21 digs on the road against MSU Morehead. Porsha was also named to the Keweenaw Classic All-Tournament Team as well as the Best Western Kelly Inn Huskies Classic All-Tournament Team in 2019. Academically, Porsha excels as well being recognized with the Fall All-Academic Award at UMC.

Porath is expected to major in General Management with an emphasis in Health Care and Sports at West Texas A&M.

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UMC MEN’S BASKETBALL SIGNS TWO, INCLUDING A TRANSFER FROM D-1 SIENNA

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The University of Minnesota Crookston men’s basketball team announced the signing of NCAA Division I transfer Georges Darwiche (G, 6-1 188, Bucharest, Romania/Siena College), and Morgan Carter (F/C, 6-7 215, Porthcawl, Wales/Hillsborough C.C.) to the 2020-21 signing class. Darwiche played for 2019-20 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) Champion Siena as a freshman and sophomore.

Georges Darwiche (G, 6-1 188, Bucharest, Romania/Siena College)
Darwiche transfers to the University of Minnesota Crookston from NCAA Division I Siena College in Albany, N.Y. Darwiche played two seasons for the Saints. Darwiche appeared in four games during the 2019-20 season, as Siena claimed the 2019-20 MAAC Championship and earned a bid to the NCAA Division I National Tournament. He was named to the 2019-20 MAAC All-Academic Team. Darwiche played a larger role for the 2018-19 squad under Head Coach Jamion Christian before the coach moved on to The George Washington University. Darwiche played in 19 games and started 10 for the Saints, playing 14.2 minutes per game. He tallied 1.9 points and dished out 17 assists during his freshman season. He notched a season-high nine points in a win at Marist. Darwiche was an 83.3 percent shooter from the charity stripe during his freshman season. Prior to Siena College, Darwiche competed for Romania’s Senior National Team beginning in 2017, where he averaged 3.7 points and dished out 1.7 assists per game over 18.9 minutes of action in three games at the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019 European Qualifiers. He helped lead Romania to the U20 European Championship B Division Crown, while tallying 7.0 points per tilt and shooting 42 percent from three-point range over seven tournament contests. In 2016, he helped guide the U18 squad to a Romanian League Championship while earning Tournament MVP honors. Darwiche played four seasons for Steaua CSM EximBank Bucuresti in Romania’s top league. During the 2017-18 season, he played in 44 games for the squad and started 38, while averaging 3.0 points and 1.5 assists and posting a 2.37-to-1 assist-to-turnover ratio and shooting 40 percent from behind the three-point line.
“As soon as coach Weisse reached out to me I knew I was going to be happy moving here. I think we clicked from the start and I really wanted to join a competitive program where I could contribute on the court and help the team and my teammates achieve something in the future. Minnesota Crookston is a great fit for me both academically and on the basketball court,” said Darwiche. “I consider myself a player with a good basketball IQ, so I want to be a guy that helps his teammates and organizes the offense accordingly. I am a pass-first guy with a good shot. I think that a combination of these three elements, alongside with good defense makes me a good fit for Coach Weisse’s system.”
Darwiche is the son of Pierre and Mihaela Darwiche. He plans to major in business at UMC.

Morgan Carter (F/C, 6-7 215, Porthcawl, Wales)
Carter comes to Minnesota Crookston from Hillsborough Community College, a NJCAA Division I junior college located in Tampa, Fla. Carter averaged 6.3 points and 3.5 rebounds per game for the Hawks as a sophomore. He played 27 games and earned 21 starts as a sophomore at Hillsborough Community College. Carter was an 88.9 percent free-throw shooter and he shot nearly 30 percent from beyond the arc as a sophomore. He added 1.3 assists per game. Carter had a season-high 20 points on 8-of-14 from the field and 4-of-7 from beyond the arc at Florida Southwestern College. He notched 15 points against Polk State College on 6-of-9 from the field. Carter tallied a season-high 11 rebounds to complete a double-double against Polk State. He notched a season-high four assists in a win over Gordon State College. Carter started his career out at the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, Ky., an NAIA school. As a freshman, he was on a squad that won 21 games. Carter appeared in four games for the Patriots. Prior to coming to the United States, Carter attended Charnwood College as a prep in Leicester, England. He also competed for the Wales U18 squad. He earned Player of the Year, Best Improved Player and Best Defensive Player for his team back home in Wales. Carter won a Bronze Medal at the European Championships for Wales in 2014 and also again in 2015.
“Morgan may be a little undersized but watching him play, his effort really allows him to play bigger,” Weisse said. “He can really shoot it and stretch the floor and is able to use a shot fake and put the ball on the floor. He can also defend and guard a ball screen. I am very excited to welcome Morgan to the Golden Eagle basketball family.”
He is the son of Susan and Jonathan Saunders of Porthcawl, Wales. Carter was born Nov. 23, 1998. He is undecided on a major at UMC.
“Most importantly, Morgan will bring a great person to campus,” said Carter’s coach at Hillsborough Community College Tommy Jones. “He is a solid individual that works well with others, and is all in, as far as being a team player. Morgan is a high IQ guy that can do a little bit of everything from several positions. He played some big guard (3) when we were against bigger teams. He understands the game, and is totally committed to winning, whether he makes the shot or the pass. Morgan made coaching easy. He is a good athlete, rebounds well in his area, shoots it extremely well, and understands spacing. When you put in your system, he will know where everyone is supposed to be. He will know where to get his looks, and where he should be getting someone else their look.”
Carter moved to England to play basketball at age 16 to continue his dream to play basketball in the U.S. He moved to the United States in 2018 to realize his dream of playing basketball in the U.S. Carter has played for his country since he was young.

UMC has received several other signings and they will be releasing them over the next week.

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NORTHWESTERN MENTAL HEALTH CENTER RECEIVES AWARD OF EXCELLENCE FROM NATIONAL COUNCIL

Northwestern Mental Health Center (NWMHC) has been recognized for its invaluable contributions to the behavioral health care field by The National Council for Behavioral Health.

“We reserve our Awards of Excellence for those with distinguished achievements in behavioral health care, and I’m incredibly proud to give this award to Northwestern Mental Health Center,” National Council for Behavioral Health President and CEO Chuck Ingoglia said.

The National Council Innovation Award is given to those who increasingly think “outside of the box” in search of creative solutions to challenges faced by staff, patients, families, and communities. This award recognizes the innovations and unparalleled achievements of National Council members. NWMHC is one of seven organizations that received the National Council’s Award of Excellence this year.

“Receiving this award signifies that NWMHC is creating a space where people in their most vulnerable moments feel like they can get what they need to thrive. This culture is rooted in the commitment and dedication of our entire team, all of whom are willing to jump in and deliver new services and structure new processes so our clients can receive the best possible care,” says Shauna Reitmeier, CEO at NWMHC.

Read Reitmeier’s spotlight interview with the National Council for Behavioral Health: Moving Behavioral Health Care Mountains in Rural Minnesota.

 

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LAND O’LAKES DONATES 40,000 POUNDS OF MACARONIT & CHEESE TO NORTH COUNTRY FOOD BANK

Land O’Lakes, Inc. donated nearly 40,000 pounds of LAND O LAKES® Macaroni & Cheese to North Country Food Bank through the Land O’Lakes First Run Program this week. The First Run Program has donated more than 5 million pounds of product since it was established in 2010. The program is committed to donating truckloads of fresh product year-round, made specifically for food banks to help alleviate hunger across the United States. 

“As a national, farmer-owned cooperative, Land O’Lakes is committed to helping the growing number of people who struggle to put food on their table, especially during this unpredictable and uncertain time,” said Sheilah Stewart, SVP & General Counsel, Land O’Lakes, Inc. “The First Run program provides a unique opportunity for Land O’Lakes to offer nutritious products to families in need.”

“We are very grateful for Land O’Lakes’ support in the fight against hunger,” said Susie Novak Boelter, executive director of North Country Food Bank. “This donation of macaroni and cheese is especially valuable to people in need at this time – when people need help more than ever.”  For more information on how to get involved in the fight against hunger, please visit www.northcountryfoodbank.org

The North County Food Bank distributes surplus quality food and non-food products to 220 partner organizations in a 21-county area in northwest and west central Minnesota. 

For more information on Land O’Lakes’ commitment to the community, visit at www.landolakesinc.com/responsibility.