Astera Health Welcomes Mike Schramm as Interim Chief Executive Officer

WADENA, Minn. – July 1, 2026 — Astera Health is pleased to announce that Mike Schramm will join the organization as Interim Chief Executive Officer beginning July 6, 2026.   Schramm brings more than 25 years of executive leadership experience in rural healthcare organizations across Minnesota. Throughout his career, he has led hospitals and health…

Law Enforcement Labor Services – Local #433 Wadena County Licensed Law Enforcement (Sheriff Deputies) Announces Endorsment

June 24, 2026  Dear Members and Residents of Wadena County:  The Executive Board of Local #433 (Wadena County Sheriff Deputies) is proud to announce our  official endorsement of Bryan Savaloja for Sheriff of Wadena County.  After a thorough review of all the candidates’ platforms, budget experience,  supervisory/leadership experience, grant writing experience, and dedication to labor,…

Otter Tail County takes steps to protect emergency medical services in Pelican Rapids area

OTTER TAIL COUNTY, Minn. — The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners has directed staff to pursue the creation of a Subordinate Service District (SSD) to ensure emergency medical services (EMS) continue in the Pelican Rapids area. The action follows months of collaboration with local townships and cities after Ringdahl Ambulance Pelican Rapids notified communities that…

Bertha Days Committee & Bertha Hewitt Gardening Angels Invite You To Join The 250th Birthday Celebration Judging On July 10th

Bertha Days Committee & Betha Hewitt Gardening Angels Invites You to Join the 250th Birthday Celebration in Bertha and Hewitt judging on July 10th. Information below; For those in the Bertha Community Decorate your house Decorate your garden Flowers, flags, Diy crafts, lights, banners, figurines, etc Decorate your yard Judging to take place on Friday,…