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Senator Tina Smith and USDA visit Nearly Complete Tri-County Health Care Facility in Wadena

Detroit Lakes, MN, USA / Lakes Area Radio
Aug 25, 2022 | 1:40 PM

Senator Tina Smith observes the progress on the construction of the new Tri-County Healthcare Hospital. Mortenson Project Manager Jessica Deitner (right) led the tour.

WADENA (KDLM) – Senator Tina Smith and members of her staff, staff from Senator Amy Klobuchar’s office, and representatives from the United States Department of Agriculture gathered for a special tour of the new Tri-County Health Care facility (Astera Health) on Tuesday, Aug. 23.

Officials were able to get a special peek behind the almost finished structure. In less than 100 days, construction will be completed with the remaining work focusing on interior finishing. Mortenson Project Manager Jessica Deitner brought the small group down the freshly drywalled corridors and hallways, stopping to point out special aspects of the construction. Deitner pointed out the complex negative pressure system present in the new facility. This system will slow the spread of airborne illnesses by constantly filtering in clean air throughout the facility.

The purpose of the visit was to observe the progress of the new facility and witness the impact that Tri-County Health Care has on the surrounding area. Specifically, representatives from the USDA wanted to hear just how programs positively impact rural communities like Wadena. During the tour, much discussion centered on how Tri-County Health Care is an economic force in the area, being one of the main employers and community partners for the City of Wadena.

The grand opening of the new facility is tentatively planned for Spring 2023.

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