Health

Area Public Health Officials Remain Vigilant at All Times
Since long before Covid 19, health officials have worked hard to stay ahead of ‘the next’ potential regional health threat; David Phillips reports on one example of a dedicated health team.

Neighbor Helping Neighbor
Greg Lovell visits Neighbors in Action, a La Crescent nonprofit working to keep seniors in their homes.

On His Own Terms | The Writing Life of Tom Driscoll
A southeast Minnesota writer and publisher chronicles his journey as a heart transplant recipient: John Weiss shares the ‘story behind the story’ captured in a soon-to-be-published book by author Tom Driscoll.

Youth Sex Trafficking Focus of League of Women Voters’ Public Forum
Ella Deutchman reports on a recent youth sex trafficking forum hosted by the Fillmore County League of Women Voters

Essay: Pharmacies in the Root River Valley | A Recent History
Luke Slindee documents the disappearance of small town drug stores.