Friday Night Sports

Girls Basketball
Staples-Motley 64, Foley 52
Totino-Grace 47, Brainerd 44

NBA
Minnesota Timberwolves 115, Golden State 108

Emily Receives FEMA Grant

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Managment Agency (FEMA) has awarded over $300,00 from the Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program to local fire departments and organizations in the State of Minnesota. Included is $36,889 to the Emily Fire Department for Operations and Safety. The Assistance to Firefighters grant programs are the result of a major effort by the Federal Government to ensure the nation's firefighters have the basic tools and resources necessary to safely perform their responsibilities.

Toys For Tots Has Successful Campaign

Heartland Detachment of the Marine Corps League ended its 2008 Toys For Kids Campaign on December 18 with the distribution of toys to more than 465 Crow Wing County families. Program Chair Jack Huber, said applications for assistance increased slightly over 2007 and that a total of 973 children received gifts this year. In addition to the many individual volunteers who worked to fill the family gift bags, several organizations and businesses provided important services or support.

A Safe Highway Landing for a Small Plane in Duluth

Highway 61 on the northern fringes of Duluth was used as a landing site yesterday morning for a small Cirrus plane. The SR22 was carrying 3 people that were headed up the North Shore. Apparently the plane threw a rod shortly after take-off. The highway was not busy at the time, and no one was injured.

Candle-Light Cross Country Skiing Suggested by the DNR

During the winter, many folks have a tendency to hibernate. Jean, with the Minnesota DNR, says they want to encourage people to find an outdoor activity to enjoy--and there are many from which to choose! She said that one unusual, but fun activity is the candle-light cross-country skiis that are happening all over the state. Jean mentioned that you can find the sites, times, and more information by going to www.mndnr.gov

Brainerd Man Dies In Snowmobile Accident

A 33-year old Brainerd Man has died in a snowmobile crash in Maple Grove Township. Crow Wing County Sheriff Todd Dahl says Brendt Vroman lost control of the snowmobile and overturned on Sunday afternoon. Vroman suffered head injuries and died at the scene. He had been driving on a marked snowmobile trail on the south shores of Upper South Long Lake. Authorities are still investigating.

CWC Sheriff Todd Dahl Talks About Winter Travel Conditions

Crow Wing County Sheriff Todd Dahl told K-Lakes' News that, although winter can be a fabulously fun time of year in the Lakes' area, there can also be some hazardous traveling conditions. He mentioned that morning commutes can be particularly hazardous, as temperatures are typically at their lowest right before sunrise, which can mean ice on the roadways. He said that the snow plows are out there working as quickly as they can to put down salt and sand, but extra caution is always advisable. Additionally, he mentioned that you should never assume that ice is safe--that current conditions have area lakes at anywhere from 4" to 15" of ice, but that can change rapidly. He said you should know the lake before venturing on to it. . .and check with the locals if you're not.