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$24 Million Approved in State and Federal Disaster Aid for Northland Areas Impacted by Summer Flood

David Drew — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 02:16:40 +0000

While the East Coast deals with the massive impact of their weather this week, many in the Northland are still feeling the impact of our flooding this summer. Today we received some good news in terms of disaster aid. The Northland’s NewsCenter is reporting that more than $24 million in disaster assistance has been approved [...]

FEMA Denies Appeal For Individual Flood Aid

David Drew — Sat, 11 Aug 2012 01:37:45 +0000

When FEMA originally denied individual flood-disaster aid for Northland residents, Governor Mark Dayton formally appealed their decision. It appears the appeal was in vain as it has been officially denied. Our partners at The Northland’s NewsCenter are reporting that in a letter to the Governor on Friday, FEMA reaffirms the original findings that the damage [...]

Governor Mark Dayton Appeals FEMA Decision

David Drew — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 07:13:16 +0000

Recently FEMA denied individual aid to flood victims in our area. Obviously this was not a popular decision and created hardship for many of our neighbors. Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton does not support this decision at all and he’s trying to get FEMA to reconsider with his appeal. Dayton cited the preliminary assessment of more [...]

Grandmas On The Hill Set To Re-Open Monday August 6th

David Drew — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:54:51 +0000

After the flood, one the hardest hit businesses over the hill was Grandmas Restaurant. After countless hours of cleanup and remodeling, Grandmas on the hill is all set to once again open to the public and they will also help other flood victims. Our partners at The Northland’s NewsCenter are reporting that Grandmas will be [...]

President Obama Declares Northern Minnesota Disaster Area; Opens Door To Federal Aid [VIDEO]

David Drew — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 16:41:48 +0000

While it was anticipated, it's good to finally get official word that President Obama has declared 13 counties in Minnesota as well as three tribal reservations a federal disaster area. This opens the door to federal aid for Aitkin, Carlton, Cook, Crow Wing, Dakota, Goodhue, Kandiyohi, Lake, Meeker, Pine, Rice, Sibley and St. Louis counties as well as the Fond du Lac Tribal Nation, the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe and the Grand Portage Tribal Nation.

Governor Dayton Makes Formal Request For Flood Aid And Announces Special Session

David Drew — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 04:06:27 +0000

After seeing firsthand the flood damage in the Northland, and after FEMA visited our area as well, Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton has has sent his recommendation for federal disaster relief to President Obama today.

Our media partners at the Northland's News Center reports that the Governor will be calling a special session of the legislature.

National Emergency Test Scheduled This Week

Cathy Kates — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 17:28:48 +0000

Just so you are aware…on Wednesday, November 9, 2011, FEMA, DHS and FCC will conduct the first national test of the Nationwide Emergency Alert System (EAS) test. It’s a good system to have in place. Here’s what you need to know. This nationwide test will kick off at 1p locally and run concurrently across [...]