Month: June 2021

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President Biden ends negotiations with Senator Capito and Republicans over infrastructure legislation

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President Biden has ended negotiations with Senator Shelley Moore Capito and Republicans over infrastructure legislation. According to White House press secretary Jen Psaki, Biden told Capito on Tuesday that the latest GOP offer didn’t “meet the essential needs of our country” to fix roads and bridges, prepare the nation for a future reliant on clean energy and create jobs. Psaki said that Mr. Biden has talked with several House and Senate lawmakers over the past two days, and he appreciated Capito’s efforts and “good faith conversations,” but he was disappointed that after he had reduced his plan by over $1 trillion, Republicans had “increased their proposed new investments by only $150 billion.”

The president will now turn his attention to a bipartisan group of senators preparing their own infrastructure proposal. Psaki said he has spoken with Senators Sinema, Cassidy, and Manchin, and he plans to stay in touch with the lawmakers while he’s in Europe. A bipartisan team led by Republican Senator Mitt Romney, of Utah, had been working on an alternative to the offer by Capito’s group as a backup in case its talks with the White House foundered.

In a statement on Tuesday, Capito said that she was “disappointed by his decision” to end negotiations, adding, “Throughout our negotiations, we engaged respectfully, fully, and very candidly — delivering several serious counteroffers that each represented the largest infrastructure investment Republicans have put forth. Despite the progress we made in our negotiations, the president continued to respond with offers that included tax increases as his pay for, instead of several practical options that would have not been harmful to individuals, families, and small businesses.”

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Jennifer Lopez’s Nuyorican Productions signs first-look deal with Netflix

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Jennifer Lopez’s Nuyorican Productions has signed a multi-year first-look deal with Netflix.  As part of the deal, Nuyorican will produce both film and television offerings, scripted and unscripted. Lopez, along with producing partner Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas, will aim to work on projects that look to support diverse female actors, writers and filmmakers. Business partner Benny Medina will also act as a producer.

Said Lopez: “Elaine, Benny and I believe there is no better home for us than a forward leaning content creation company that seeks to defy conventional wisdom and directly market to the millions across the globe who no longer view art and entertainment with the kind of boundaries and limitations of the past.”

Netflix’s head of global films, Scott Stuber, in a statement:  “Throughout every aspect of her career, Jennifer Lopez has been a force in entertainment. In partnering with her and Nuyorican we know she will continue to bring impactful stories, joy and inspiration to audiences around the world.”

https://www.msn.com/en-us/movies/news/jennifer-lopez-signs-first-look-film-and-tv-deal-with-netflix/ar-AAKNySU

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Chris Harrison officially exits ‘Bachelor’ franchise after racism controversy

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Harrison’s exit comes four months after controversy first arose when Rachael Kirkconnell, a 24-year-old contestant who would go on to win Matt James’ season of The Bachelor, was called out for old social media posts which saw her dressed in Native American attire in costume and attending an antebellum plantation-themed college party in 2018.  Harrison addressed the situation during an interview with former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay on Extra in which he appeared to defend Kirkconnell, saying people should have “a little grace, a little understanding, a little compassion” in the wake of the resurfaced photos and questioning the “lens” of 2021 compared to 2018. Following an outcry online, he issued a statement apologizing for “wrongly speaking in a manner that perpetuates racism.”  He later announced that he would be “stepping aside” from the show for an undetermined “period of time.”

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Lili Reinhart signs first-look deal with Amazon Studios

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Lili Reinhart has signed a first look film and TV producing deal with Amazon Studios. Reinhart and her production banner Small Victory Productions will develop original and adapted film and TV content as part of an exclusive pact with Amazon. The deal comes following the success last year of Reinhart’s “Chemical Hearts,” the coming-of-age drama in which she starred and executive produced. Reinhart will work with her producing partner Catherine Hagedorn, who will serve as SVP of production for Small Victory. The company will focus on modern, young adult content celebrating diversity and inclusivity, as well as championing new voices.“I had such a great experience producing ‘Chemical Hearts’ with Amazon and am looking forward to expanding our relationship. Small Victory Productions will tell stories that explore the complexities of young adulthood – queer, diverse and inclusive of everyone,” Reinhart said.  “I couldn’t be happier to join Small Victory. Lili is one of the most forward-thinking and creative women working in entertainment today. We are beyond thrilled to establish this partnership with Amazon Studios,” Hagedorn added.Reinhart will next begin production on “Plus/Minus,” which she is starring in and executive producing for Netflix, with Wanuri Kahiu directing.

http://www.justjaredjr.com/2021/06/07/lili-reinhart-signs-film-television-first-look-deal-with-amazon-studios/

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RIVERVIEW FOUNDATION GOLF CLASSIC HOSTS 19 TEAMS AND RAISED OVER $20,000

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After a year off, due to the pandemic, golfers were happy to participate in yesterday’s RiverView Foundation Golf Classic. Nineteen teams teed off for a good cause at the event that was held at Minakwa Golf Course on Monday, June 7.

More than $20,000 was raised at the event to be used for prostate screening and to enhance and complete artwork projects in and around the new facility.  

To date, the Golf Classic has brought in nearly $370,000 in its 16-year history to fund priority projects at RiverView Health.

Taking the top spot in the 16th annual event was the team of Garrett Borowicz, Widseth; Bill Anderson, American Federal Bank; Justin Cameron, Crookston Building Center; and Nate Smith, Crookston/Fosston Eye Clinic.

Kelly Beiswenger and Ethan Magsam won the longest putt contest; the closest to the pin winners were Ashley Cameron and Justin Cameron.

The Foundation Board would like to thank everyone who made the event possible, especially the major sponsors: Consulting Radiologists, ASI Signage Innovations, Glen and Marlys Finkenbinder, USI Insurance Services, Hugo’s Family Marketplace, New Horizon Foods, Dr. Colin and Lorianne Fennell, CL Linfoot Company, Lunseth Plumbing and Heating, Magnet Solutions/ARS, and D-S Beverages Inc.

For more information on projects through the Foundation, contact Foundation Director Randy Schoenborn at 218-281-9249 or rschoenborn@riverviewhealth.org.

Garrett Borowicz, Bill Anderson, Justin Cameron, and Nate Smith

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TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH IN CROOKSTON AND TRINITY POINT IS OPEN

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Trinity Lutheran Church in Crookston, Minnesota is open for worship and other events, and the general public is invited. Those not fully vaccinated are asked to please wear a facemask.

Trinity shares in a collaborative relationship with First Presbyterian Church in Crookston offering a number of summer Sunday worship opportunities. In Crookston, you can attend a 9:00 a.m. service at Trinity or a 10:30 service at First Presbyterian. We also offer an 11:00 a.m. service at Trinity Point on Maple Lake, south of Mentor.

Trinity is also offering an evening of food, music, and fellowship on the third Wednesday of the month in the church parking lot. Joe’s Diner will be offering food for purchase starting at 5:00 p.m. Professional musicians will add to the gathering at 6:00 p.m. Bring a portable chair for an enjoyable evening. Our first Wednesday gathering will be on June 16.

 

Trinity Point is open to the general public. All visitors will register with the Site Director when you arrive and a donation is requested if not a Trinity member. Trinity Point is a summer satellite ministry of Trinity Lutheran. Facilities include a beach, grass picnic area, bathhouse, and playground. The shelter with a small kitchen is available for rental. Camping at Trinity Point is reserved for active members of Trinity Lutheran creating a welcoming community for worship and other events.

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CHEDA PASSES RESOLUTION OPPOSING CITY OF CROOKSTON’S PROPOSED DISSOLUTION OF CHEDA

The Crookston Housing and Economic Development Authority had a special board meeting on Tuesday night at the Valley Technology Park in Crookston. 

The board passed a resolution opposing the City of Crookston’s proposed dissolution of CHEDA.  Resolution 6-1-2021 said the key reasons why they are against dissolving CHEDA are:
1. By statute, CHEDA performs functions and exercises authority not readily available to the City.
2. Dissolution of CHEDA will expose the City to liability for paying back millions of dollars in state and federal aid.
3. Assuming all of CHEDA’s projects and activities will create significantly more work for City staff with little, if any, justifiable financial savings.
4. CHEDA has decades of experience and established relationships that cannot be replaced overnight, removing this long-standing agency will necessarily create a disruption in the housing assistance and business aid citizens have relied on for years. 

“The board discussed it and decided unanimously to pass the resolution,” said CHEDA Executive Director Craig Hoiseth. “There was good discussion around the value of CHEDA.  What we do, what we don’t do, why the powers are separated from the City according to legislative intent by the State of Minnesota. There was also discussion from the housing authority and most people don’t realize it but over 90 percent of the CHEDA budget is driven on the housing authority side and I certainly want to make sure we take care of residents at Oak Court and all our residents on Section 8.”

There are some things that an EDA can do that a city cannot do, according to Hoiseth. “There are things we can do that statutorily a city cannot not,” said Hoiseth. “From the standpoint of the HRA we want to provide a very seamless transition and in talking with HUD and other officials from the housing sector, there would definitely be a time gap that would occur there.”

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PIANO STUDENTS OF CHRISTINA RAMSTAD PERFORM A RECITAL

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Christina Ramstad’s piano students performed at a recital Sunday at the Crookston Eagles Club for their friends and families in their first in-person recital in over a year due to COVID-19 restrictions. Their winter recital was individually recorded and shared virtually. Ramstad’s 20 students, preschool age to middle school, performed modern classics like “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star”, and each played two to three songs. After the recital the students enjoyed homemade cupcakes and a gift.

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MASONIC LODGE DONATES 100 POUNDS OF ONIONS TO CARE AND SHARE

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The Crookston Masonic Lodge recently presented Care and Share of Crookston with a donation of 100 pounds of Vidalia onions. 

Pictured left to right, Adrian Gonzales-Care and Share Kitchen/Food Shelf Manager, Brian Halos-Care and Share Executive Director, Lester Wilkens-Crookston Masonic Lodge Treasurer, and Earl Hill-Crookston Masonic Lodge Master.

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