Category Archives: Health

Essentia Health St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes has announced the addition of a new provider to its orthopedic team. Kristine Stompro, a certified physician assistant, will now practice orthopedic surgery. S...

HAWLEY, Minn. - Hawley Medical Campus, LLC, in partnership with Sanford Health, has announced plans to build a new 9,000-square-foot clinic in the Petermann 2nd Addition alongside US HWY 10 on the wes...

Astera Health, which serves Wadena, Todd, and Otter Tail counties, has completed its 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment. The process included input from local residents, community organizations, s...

Losing a loved one can be overwhelming, and finding peace afterward isn't easy. The Lakes Area is fortunate to have strong grief support for those facing loss. Grief Care Coordinator Mary Swenson lead...

According to the National Weather Service, preparation is key this winter. Keep your gas tank at least half full and carry a winter emergency kit in your vehicle. Essentials may include energy bars, a...

Perham, MN - A new study shows that Minnesota waste-to-energy facilities, like the Perham Resource Recovery Facility (PRRF) operating in Perham, effectively destroy harmful chemicals called per- and p...

After the holidays, many people experience a brief emotional dip known as the post-holiday blues. It can show up as stress, low energy, sleep issues, or loneliness. The good news is that it's usually ...

Essentia Health St. Mary's Hospital in Detroit Lakes has earned national recognition, being named one of Forbes' Top Hospitals with a five-star rating. According to Forbes, St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes ra...

With the second week of Minnesota's whitetail season underway, the Becker County Food Pantry is reminding hunters that their extra deer can go a long way in feeding local families this holiday season....

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) has announced more than $20.7 million in Small Cities Development Program (SCDP) grants across Greater Minnesota - including majo...