Author: Ken Slama

Congressional Law Protecting Vulnerable People Who Wander Renewed in Senate and Awaits House Approval

Washington, D.C.  —  A bill that helps protect vulnerable adults and children has been passed in the senate for renewal through 2027 and awaits house approval. For over 20 years, a program was in place to help family and law enforcement find those suffering from Alzheimer’s who had wandered off.  In 2017, Senators Amy Klobuchar and Chuck Grassley from Iowa…

MNDOT Working to Use Less Salt When De-Icing During and After Snowstorms

DULUTH, MN – Last winter, the Minnesota Department of Transportation spent nearly 15 million dollars on over 375 million pounds of salt to clear roadways during and after a snowstorm. Inevitably, salt ends up in the environment having a negative impact on native plants and wildlife. High salt concentrations in lakes and streams can be toxic to fish and it…

Great Lakes Elementary Holds Veteran’s Day Assembly

SUPERIOR, WI – Great Lakes Elementary School in Superior held an assembly this morning to honor those who have served our country including first responders. The students were encouraged to dress up in red, white, and blue and the fifth graders sang patriotic songs. The principal shared an inspiring video along with making a few of his own remarks to…

Students at Raleigh Academy Participate in Election Process

DULUTH, MN – Hershey’s Chocolate Bars or Sour Patch Kids? Students at Raleigh Academy faced that tough decision today after several weeks of campaigning for their favorite type of candy.  In the spirit of election season, fourth and fifth grade students participated in all aspects of the voting process including registering, voting in primaries, campaigning, and giving speeches in support…

The Boys and Girls Club of the Northland Receives $15,000 Grant From the AT&T Foundation

DULUTH, MN – Several children in our community and across the country suffer from a lack of technology and internet at home which has caused them to fall behind in their education.  Recognizing the need for additional resources here in Duluth, the AT&T Foundation rewarded the Boys and Girls Club of the Northland with a $15,000 grant.  Getting students the…