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House OKs $2 billion tax bill, Senate backs Capitol repair

Members of the Minnesota House Sunday, May 19, 2013, debate whether to allow childcare providers and personal care attendents to join unions. (Forum News Service photo by Don Davis)

Wildfire 80 percent contained; overnight rainfall crucial

Trumpeter swans in burnt pond (Sarah Smith / Enterprise)

Panthers drop duals to DL, EGF, Crookston

Iain Wallace looked to put away a volley during his No. 2 singles match against Detroit Lakes Monday.

What makes a hero: Where there’s a well, there’s a way

Kelly Elsner stands near his water truck. He and his eight employees worked through Tuesday night, saving Elsner’s business and home, then setting out through the rural neighborhood to help others. (Sarah Smith / Enterprise)

Panthers rally for thrilling win over Sebeka, will host first-round playoff game

Hope Johnson connected for three doubles, including the game-winner in the ninth inning, in Park Rapids' 9-8 win over Sebeka Monday.

Home lost near Blueberry Pines Golf Course

Grounds staff Steve Smith begins repair on the fourth green, which a Caterpillar drove over to dig a trench to contain spreading flames Tuesday night. (Sarah Smith / Enterprise)

Panthers reach goals in Mid-Minn finales

Dustin Bethel rolled a putt toward the cup on the No. 13 green during Tuesday's Mid-Minnesota Conference meet at Headwaters Country Club. Bethel led the Panthers with a 78.

Properties damaged, lost in fire

Judy and Don Dulski’s home was saved, although several outbuildings were destroyed in the Green Valley Fire. (Jean Ruzicka / Enterprise)

7,100 ACRES BURN

A massive wildfire started Tuesday afternoon southwest of Park Rapids and quickly spread due to high winds and tinder dry conditions. Officials named the blaze the Green Valley Fire. (Jean Ruzicka / Enterprise)

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Several sources are offering assistance for area wildfire victims

Several sources are offering assistance for area wildfire victims

There are several ways to help victims of wildfires. American Red Cross The Red Cross is available to help with emergency shelter, food,...

local / news May 18, 2013 - 12:07pm

Thousands of acres, dozens of building burned

A north-central Minnesota fire grew to an estimated 7,100 acres Wednesday, destroying or damaging dozens of structures, as firefighters struggled...

news / local May 15, 2013 - 9:38pm

VIDEO: While destroying homes and scenery, Green Valley fire sparing some

By Katie Lange WDAY-TV Amid the charred treetops and smell of smoke are the ashes of some people's most personal belongings, including their homes. I'm here at the incident command center they've set up here in downtown Menagha. Tonight you can see there is still...

news / local May 16, 2013 - 12:02pm

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‘Our house is in a pool of ashes:’ Some in fire’s path luckier than others

Contractors arriving to repair fire damage on Judy and Don Dulski’s log home on County Road 111 near Menahga on Wednesday estimate the structure...

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news / local May 15, 2013 - 12:08pm

Resources available for residents affected by wildfire

Several resources are available to residents who suffered damages due to the wildfire north of Menahga. The American Red Cross has volunteers in the area ready to assist victims of the wildfire. Terry Sluss of the American Red Cross urged people to contact that agency for...

news / local May 16, 2013 - 11:42am

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Progress anticipated in containing Green Valley Fire

“We’ll make a lot progress today,” said incident commander Mike Aultman of the Green Valley Fire that scorched 7,100 acres in three counties....

news / local May 16, 2013 - 11:23am

National Guard assists with wildfire efforts

At the direction of Gov. Mark Dayton, the Minnesota National Guard was activated yesterday for State Active Duty to assist with wildfire suppression operations. "Since the Buffalo Ranch and River Road wildfires in the vicinity of Red Lake have been contained, Minnesota National...

news / local May 15, 2013 - 2:28pm

Fire in Park Rapids area burns structures, forces evacuations

By Wendy Reuer Forum News Service As the Rev. Jim Neubauer stood outside St. Johns Lutheran Church here, he watched the raging...

news / local May 14, 2013 - 11:27pm

Animal shelter asking for votes in Purina fundraiser

Purina Cat Chow has selected Headwaters Animal Shelter as one of 50 cat-focused shelters nationwide that it’s recognizing during its Purina Cat Chow “50 Years – 50 Shelters” program to celebrate the brand’s 50th anniversary. The Purina Cat Chow “50 Years – 50 Shelters”...

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Mueller's 73, Johnson's 76 lead Panthers

Bailey Mueller carded a career-best 73 to earn medalist honors and lead the Park Rapids boys golf team to runner-up honors...

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Braves edge Panthers on Allebach hit

After dropping a close game at Menahga Thursday, the Park Rapids fastpitch softball team rebounded to defeat Pelican Rapids Friday...

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