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Broccoli Chicken Divan
It's hard to believe, but the summer is almost over and school is approaching rapidly. With the start of school comes the beginning of sports and after school activities. When you are in a pinch for a healthy, delicious dinner, why not try this recipe for Broccoli Chicken Divan. It...
 Food / Life 9 min 23 sec ago
England Prairie Days coming Aug. 25-27
A Wadena County tradition in on tap Aug. 25-27 when the 38th annual England Prairie Pioneer Days bring the past into the present. The event takes place on the England Prairie grounds five miles southeast of Wadena on County Road 1. The $7 entrance fee for adults will not be charged...
 News / region 2 hours 12 min ago
Ray Buettner of Wadena helps a customer at his stand during the Wadena Farmer's Market last Friday afternoon.
Local farmers markets accepting EBT, SNAP cards
Making good, healthy food easily available to everyone and giving them the tools they need to prepare it are some of the goals of Marilyn Hofland,...
 News / local 22 hours 32 min ago
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Do not pay for VA benefits assistance
It can be difficult navigating the government bureaucracy to obtain veterans disability and other benefits, but all it should cost you is time, not money. The state Department of Military and Veterans Affairs recently advised veterans, active service members and their families not...
 opinion / commentary August 19, 2017 - 10:18am
What are some bus safety tips?
Question: I read where the fine for going through a school bus stop arm will increase in Minnesota. Can you talk about the fine amount and school bus safety? Answer: As of Aug. 1, 2017, the fine has increased from $300 to $500 and the violation would remain a misdemeanor. The Department...
 opinion / commentary August 19, 2017 - 9:25am
The Wadena Pioneer Journal has roots that go back to 1877, and although a lot has changed over the years, the goal is still the same: to cover Wadena-area news and its people. (file photo)
The history of news in Wadena
Most northwestern Minnesotans are familiar with small town life, like the goingson in Wadena. Things seem to move a little slower, a little easier....
 News / local August 18, 2017 - 7:04pm
News briefs - Aug. 17 edition
Heartland Hospice looking for volunteers Heartland Hospice is looking for caring and dedicated people with an interest in serving terminally ill patients and their families in Wadena. Volunteers provide services such as friendly visiting, pet visits, musical enrichment, art enrichment,...
 News / local August 18, 2017 - 6:57pm
Wadena County wanted - Aug. 17 edition
Christina Rae Geesey, 38, Pillager, warrant: theft. Jessica Raelyn Polan, 28, Wadena, warrant: theft. Joshua Nathaniel Stethem, 37, New York...
 News / local August 18, 2017 - 4:15pm
Knute Nelson Home Care and Hospice celebrate Senior Citizens Day
Each year on Aug. 21, there are various events and activities held across the United States in recognition of National Senior Citizens Day. This day was created as a day to support, honor and show appreciation to our seniors and to recognize their achievements. Their valuable contributions...
 Business August 17, 2017 - 8:25am
ALC option for students
Come on over to the CLC campus and tour our newest ALC location. The Freshwater Staples ALC is hosting an open house at our new location on Wednesday Aug. 30 from 3 to 6 p.m. Education at the ALC is seeking ways to help our students enter the workforce. Students are participating...
 News / education August 16, 2017 - 4:40pm
Living history
10 years ago Excerpts from the Aug. 9, 2007 Pioneer Journal • Police officer bitten by suspect A Verndale police officer is being tested for communicable diseases after a suspect allegedly bit him hard enough to break the skin. On July 28 around 10 p.m., Verndale police officer...
 News / local August 15, 2017 - 5:41pm
Zachary Taylor Thompson
Wadena County wanted - Aug. 10 edition
Erik Alexander Burtt, 24, Menahga, warrant: sex offender registry. Zachary Taylor Thompson, 20, Park Rapids, warrant: probation violation.
 News / local August 15, 2017 - 9:21am
New report surveys sex-buying habits in Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS — Researchers have completed a unique study of sex trafficking in Minnesota that could set the stage to develop the country's most in-depth model to combat the trade. The University of Minnesota's Robert J. Jones Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center used a qualitative...
 News / state August 14, 2017 - 6:05pm
Neely and Nyoach assisted Fair Oaks Resident Jeanette Dickey during the evacuation drill. Brian Hansel/Pioneer Journal
All hands on deck
Mike Anderson got a call last Wednesday afternoon at Fair Oaks Lodge informing him of a train derailment on the nearby Burlington Northern-Santa...
 News / local August 14, 2017 - 5:01pm
What to do when spotting a pet unattended in vehicle
Question: I noticed a dog that was in a vehicle the other day at a local business parking lot and the occupants were not around. I was wondering what I should have done. With the recent warm weather, I can imagine the temperature inside the car must have been dangerously high for...
 opinion / commentary August 14, 2017 - 4:40pm

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Lylah Radach, 7, and Rhea Radach, 4, pose with the family’s kitten and chickens. The stray kitten showed up at their home in mid-November, took a liking to the chickens, and now lives in the coop. (Beth Leipholtz | Echo Press)

A stray kitten has found a home in an unlikely place — a Garfield family's chicken coop.

Micah and Allyson Radach say the kitten, not more than a few months ...

The Wadena County Transfer Station expansion is complete and came in under budget. Anna Erickson/Pioneer Journal

A Wadena County Transfer Station expansion is complete.

The project, which included an expansion to the northeast side of the building allowed for more storage. The project cost just over ...

Joan Hess, of Verndale, received a flu shot this week from Tri-County Health Care Primary Care Nursing Manager Diane George earlier this week. Hess said she gets a flu shot every year and thinks it helps prevent sickness. Anna Erickson/Pioneer Journal.

It's the season for sneezin' and health officials are recommending people get a flu shot sooner than later.

"By far, the best prevention against the flu is getting the vaccine," ...

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