DigitalTown.com announcesa new website for the Thunderhawks community.

Grand Rapids, MN -- August 28th, 2015 - DigitalTown, Inc. (OTCQB: DGTW) Just in time for back to school,

grandrapidsthunderhawks.com features latest news and information for Thunderhawks fans, including news,

scores, schedules, community directory, photos, videos, livestreams, as well as archival content such as

yearbook images. grandrapidsthunderhawks.com also features a team store with latest gear and apparel.

Registered members of the site receive a free grandrapidsthunderhawks.com email address as well as a

ThunderhawkBucks account that allows members to send and receive funds commission-free. A mobile

application will also be released shortly.

grandrapidsthunderhawks.com also announced openings on the editorial team including writers, photographers,

videographers and advertising sales. 

Jack Londgren, community manager for grandrapidsthunderhawks.com commented about the new website:

"From our ongoing communication with members of the community, we know that there is tremendous interest

in the idea of a community site for Thunderhawks fans. The grandrapidsthunderhawks.com site offers exciting

ways for community members to stay informed and interact. Last but not least, it is an ideal tool for fundraising,

particularly for smaller teams and clubs that do not have the benefit of dedicated booster clubs."

Visitors can explore the new website and register free of charge, by visiting grandrapidsthunderhawks.com. 

Business owners seeking local visibility can also advertise on the site.

Senator Tom Saxhaug Gives Capitol Update

The 2014 Session is shaping up to be a wild ride. A February 25th starting date coupled with aggressive committee deadlines has required everyone to hit the ground running. With the first two weeks in the books, I wanted to provide a quick update.

As we all know, this winter has been a rough one, particularly for northern Minnesota. While it feels like we may have turned the corner with the weather, consistent cold temperatures took their toll on the Low Income Heating Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Some estimates concluded that the fund would run out of money as soon as early March, which meant quick action was needed. I chief authored the relief bill and was able to work with my colleagues in the Senate and the House to suspend the rules and push this emergency action through both bodies. As a result, we added $20 million to the assistance program. This is funding that will supplement the program, not replace federal funding.

In addition to the propane shortage, northern Minnesota is facing a challenge from terrestrial invasive species. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has proposed a Gypsy Moth quarantine for Lake County and Cook County to restrict the movement of potentially infested items and thereby contain the spread of the pest. Minnesota will be the 21st state to be at least partially quarantined for Gypsy Moth. The goal is to prevent the human-assisted spread of Gypsy Moth from known infested areas to non-infested areas.

This is a bill that will appropriate money to the University of Minnesota Board of Regents to develop and support a terrestrial invasive species (TIS) research center. The Center will develop new techniques to control the spread of TIS.

This is a very real problem, and will require an investment from the state in order to turn the tide against these pests. As we’ve done in the fight with aquatic invasive species, funding a research center at the University of Minnesota is the best way to foster innovative approaches to this complex problem. I will continue to work tirelessly and introduce legislation to ensure that we continue to promote healthy, sustainable, multi-use forests, defend the jobs provided by the wood products industry, and protect our way of life in northern Minnesota.

In the coming weeks we will work to provide tax relief for businesses and working families, pass a supplemental budget, and craft a bonding bill to fund infrastructure projects across the state. Both the House and Senate passed bills to raise the minimum wage last session, and a conference committee has been formed this year to work out the differences in their bills.

Get Wrapped Up and Get Involved with Itasca Area Community Education

Get Wrapped Up…

and Get Involved with Itasca Area Community

Education. It's the gift giving time of the year.  Connect with us and create some incredible gifts for giving or for yourself.

Bentwood Furniture – Create a handmade bentwood chair. Leave at the end of the day with beautiful chair and the skills to make more.  All materials provided except a hammer and cordless drill, which you bring.  

Saturday ~ 12/7/13 9am-5pm at Grand Rapids High School. Fee $110.00

Build Your Own Fishing Rod – Assemble your own St. Croix spinning rod while discovering the basics of rod characteristics  Catch that fish of your dreams on a rod you personally built.  Fee includes all materials and rod for construction. Registration deadline 12/1/13.

Friday ~ 12/13/13 5-9pm, Saturday ~ 9am-6pm & Sunday ~ 9am-11am and IRA Civic Center Fee: $175

Crocheted Snowflake Ornament – Create traditional delicate ornaments just like Grandma used to make using crochet thread and a small hook. Beautiful gifts for friends and family

Saturday ~ 11/23/13 10am-12pm at The Yarn Gallery Fee: $20

More information on these and other classes online at www.getlearning.org. Register online at www.getlearning.org or 218-327-5730

Visit www.getlearning.org today to WRAP yourself up in LEARNING with Itasca Area Community Education!      

3 EASY WAYS to Sign-Up for Community Education Email Updates:

1. Text EDUCATE to 22828 or

2. Go to www.getlearning.org and click on GET Email Updates in the right hand column or 

3. Scan the QR code

 

United Way of 1000 Lakes Reaches 30% Mark

United Way of 1000 Lakes Reaches 30% Mark

United Way Board President, Laura Connelly, Advocates for Family Peace and Board Member, Ryan Davis, DC, Davis Chiropractic posted the 30% mark on the United Way Thermometer located at Old Central School in Grand Rapids. To date the campaign has raised $95,500 towards its $305,000 goal. United Way brought back the thermometer in celebration of their fiftieth anniversary. Since 1963, United Way of 1000 Lakes, its supporters and volunteers, have raised $10 million to help those in need and strengthen the Itasca community. Thank you to Edward and Jennifer Eck of Eck designs, who provide the thermometer in-kind. To make a donation to the “Unleash Your Inner Hero” campaign, visit www.unitedwayof1000lakes.org or call 218-999-7570.

 

 

Enbridge Pipeline Maintenance will Cause Road Delays in Grand Rapids

Attention Grand Rapids motorists, as part of Enbridge's ongoing integrity program, a section of pipeline running through the area will undergo routine maintenance over the next few weeks.

Motorists driving north on Northwest 8th Avenue East just north of 16th Street will be detoured around the area.  

Enbridge apologizes for any temporary inconveniences and asks you to please use caution and expect delays when driving near this area.

Get Wrapped Up…and Get Learning with Itasca Area Community Education

The NEW Fall Catalog will be in mailboxes the week of August 12th or
discover the Fall Catalog online at www.getlearning.org now.
Check-out the catalog and find new and exciting opportunities that
await you. Itasca Area Community Education is a place for individuals
to wrap themselves into a new skill or learning adventure. You can
grow, meet new people, enrich your life and ignite learning throughout
your community. Visit www.getlearning.org today to WRAP yourself up in
LEARNING!

Develop your technology knowledge with classes for businesses and
individuals. NEW-Wednesdays Brown Bag Series at lunchtime with a
different topic each week.
Get into the kitchen and spice up your cooking with our new culinary classes.
Ignite your artistic side with jewelry making, Bentwood chair
building, up-cycling, painting, drawing and sculpture at MacRostie Art
Center, digital photography and a variety of fiber arts classes
Energize yourself with NEW Health, Recreation and Fitness classes such
as Yoga, High Intensity Training, Zumba, Ballroom Dancing, and
Archery.
Enrich your mind and body in Warba with a NEW variety of classes
offered in the Warba community.
Enhance your skills and give back to your community with NEW classes
offered by ElderCircle.
Gain skills in Boiler Engineer Training, Spanish, and home staging via
TelePresence. Attend classes in Bigfork, Deer River, Grand Rapids,
Greenway and Nashwauk.
Connect with Step Ahead's Family Support through events such as
PreNatal Yoga,, Mom's Night Out , Family Law Clinic, and Project
Read's Summit.
NEW Get Away opportunities such as; Duluth/Superior Brewery Tour, MEA
Getaway to Chicago, and Minnesota/Wisconsin Wine Tour.
Plan to attend all the FREE Children First! events this Fall!
Enroll your child in the Early Childhood Family Education Classes
starting this fall.
Registration starts 9am August 19th at www.getlearning.org, or by
mail, phone or in person. Many classes start in early September, so
don't wait!. Visit the website at www.getlearning.org
to view the Fall Catalog and all of the exciting opportunities that await you.

Get Fit Itasca Action Alert! Parks & Trails Plan Update

Mark your calendars for this upcoming opportunity to share your
thoughts about the parks and trails in Grand Rapids. August 21 or
September 18 at 6:30 in the Grand Rapids City Hall Council Chambers.

For more information:

Meghan Bown, LSW
Community Health Coordinator
Get Fit Itasca & The Statewide Health Improvement Program (SHIP)
Itasca County Family YMCA
400 River Road
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218)327-1161x240


Or visit www.getfititasca.org