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Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices
Spurred by fed-up consumers, states are trying to curb spiraling prescription drug costs by assembling special public boards to investigate and regulate pricing. The idea is similar to a local utility board: a public group that sets rules or makes recommendations to ensure that what they’re regulating — in this case, prescription medications — is […] The post Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices appeared first on North Dakota Monitor.
Block party coming to BARC
Windom’s Business, Arts and Recreation Center will have its BARC Community Block Party on Monday, July 29 in downtown Windom. The event runs from 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. on the east side lawn at BARC, which is located at 1012 5th Ave. Enjoy a brat or burger meal with chips, beans, beverage and a cookie. A freewill donation is requested and takeouts are available.
Missing Man With Dementia Found Near Ocheyedan
Ocheyedan, Iowa — An elderly man with dementia who was reported missing Thursday from Jackson County, Minnesota has been found safe in northwest Iowa. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office says the man, Ordell Skogen from Jackson, was reported missing on Thursday afternoon. They say he left his home in a red 2016 Toyota Rav 4 in an unknown direction of travel. According to law enforcement, the vehicle did not have a service such as OnStar, and he didn’t have a cell phone. They say Skogen has no sense of direction.
Meet Sound of the ‘Stone
Pipestone’s new community band, Sound of the ‘Stone, will perform Monday, July 22 at 6 p.m. as part of Meinders Community Library’s Summer Music Series. The band was founded by Reggie Gorter, Carter Vogel and Michelle Powers earlier this year. It has 15 members ranging in age from teens to 70s. They come from Pipestone, Woodstock, Edgerton, Flandreau and Sioux Falls and play saxophone, clarinet, trombone, trumpet, tuba, bass guitar, drums, piano and more. The founders said they could still use horn, baritone saxophone, trombone, trumpet and guitar players. The founders said the band plays big band music such as Duke Ellington and Glenn Miller.
Lakefield Woman Injured in a One Vehicle Crash
Windom, IA (KICD) — A Lakefield, Minnesota woman sustained life-threatening injuries in a one vehicle crash near Windom Thursday. The State Patrol says 69-year-old Jean Sabatka was Northbound on highway 86 when she lost control, entered the ditch, and rolled. The accident occurred shortly after noon.
Crafting Success: The Story of Pohlman Pallets and the Sustainable Business Behind it
Crafting Success: The Story of Pohlman Pallets and the Sustainable Business Behind it. Crafting Success: The Story of Pohlman Pallets and the Sustainable Business Behind It. In the bustling world of logistics and transportation, where goods journey across continents and oceans, one often-overlooked essential silently supports this movement – pallets. These unassuming wooden platforms play a pivotal role in the efficient storage and transportation of goods, yet their significance frequently goes unnoticed.
Surgeon and CNP join PCMC surgery team
General Surgeon Dr. Michael Brozik and Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) Becky McDugle have joined Pipestone County Medical Center’s (PCMC) surgical team through a partnership between PCMC and the Surgical Institute of South Dakota. According to its website, the Surgical Institute of South Dakota specializes in general surgery and its...
Brandon Valley & Aberdeen split doubleheader in regular season finale ahead of regional playoff rematch
BRANDON, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Brandon Valley and Aberdeen Smittys wrapped up the 2024 Legion Baseball regular season against each other with a doubleheader in Brandon on Monday afternoon. They’ll begin the 2024 State A Legion Baseball Playoffs against....each other. In the first game of their twin bill...
Buddies & Co. coming soon to Brandon
BRANDON, S.D. (KELO) —It took a year of hard work, but Monday night a new business is getting ready to open in Brandon. After a couple of soft openings, the nonprofit drink and snack shop Buddies and Company is ready for customers. The new Brandon business hires adults with...
The Minnesota Vikings Are the Most Disrespected NFL Team
The NFC North is set to be one of the most interesting divisions this upcoming season filled with questions. The Chicago Bears have a new quarterback in Caleb Williams, the Green Bay Packers will be looking to build off last season’s hype with Jordan Love, and the Detroit Lions will be looking to go back to the NFC Championship Game. And then there is the Minnesota Vikings, a team that the media has seemingly forgotten about, and it’s to a point where they are being disrespected.
Runaway pig now at local sanctuary
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The piglet that was caught on the Big Sioux River Thursday morning has been taken in by a local pig sanctuary. Happy Pig Haven, a sanctuary near Baltic, has taken in Eric Jr., the piglet captured near Falls Park along the Big Sioux River last week.
Roseville Police search for missing 15-year-old
ROSEVILLE, Minn. — Police in Roseville have issued an engaged missing person alert for a 15-year-old. Officials are looking for Summer Balfanz, who was last seen Monday between 9:30 and 10 a.m. in the area of 900 Block of Burke Avenue West. Balfanz left the resident on foot wearing...
Ricky Cobb II shooting: BCA opens case file
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - For the first time, we are getting an in-depth look at the closed Bureau of Criminal Apprehension investigative case file Hennepin County prosecutors relied on, in part, to charge State Trooper Ryan Londregan with murder, manslaughter, and assault in the deadly traffic stop shooting of Ricky Cobb II.
‘The Kitchen’ owners recognized for good deeds around Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis. (Northern News Now) - A Superior couple was recognized for their dedication to the community. On Monday, Representative Angie Sapik (R-Lake Nebagamon) and Senator Romaine Quinn (R-Cameron) presented a “Legislative Citation” to Ed Flood and his late wife Theresa, who ran “The Kitchen” in Superior.
Rock Rapids Residents Continue To Deal With Flooding Aftermath
Rock Rapids, Iowa — For the second time in about ten years, Rock Rapids residents are having to deal with the aftermath of major flooding. While the damage is much less than in the community of Rock Valley, about 20 miles downstream, the flooding in Rock Rapids was a record, and damaged a large number of homes, according to Mayor Jason Chase. He gives us an update.
2024 3M Open picks, predictions, field, odds: Golf expert fading Sahith Theegala at TPC Twin Cities
The road to the FedEx Cup Playoffs makes its way through Blaine, Minn., this week for the 2024 3M Open beginning Thursday at TPC Twin Cities. Just two weeks remain for players to earn points toward the FedEx Cup standings. After next week's Wyndham Championship, the top 70 players in the standings will qualify for the FedEx Cup Playoffs. This week's 3M Open has attracted several players on the bubble of the top 70. Past 3M champion Tony Finau, who ranks 15th in the FedEx Cup standings, is the +1100 favorite in the 3M Open odds.
Blood Drive Will Be Wednesday At Hospital In Sibley
Sibley, Iowa — The Sioux Falls Community Blood Bank will be holding its next blood drive this Wednesday, July 24th, 2024 at the Osceola Regional Health Center in Sibley. Hospital and blood bank officials ask you to please take some time out of your day and give the gift of life. They tell us the life you save may be someone you know.
SDSU picked first, USD third in MVFC Preseason Poll
SIOUX FALLS, (KELO) — The Missouri Valley Football Conference announced their Preseason Poll on Monday, as well as their preseason All-Conference Teams. South Dakota State received 42 of the 44 first place votes on their way to a total of 482 votes and a spot atop the preseason poll. NDSU sits second after finishing in […]
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