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Plus: An agricultural policy expert in Minnesota says the new bailout package for farms is a temporary fix; and MnDOT's "Name a Snowplow" contest returns for its sixth year.

Plus: As Pulsar Helium hopes to mine what may be the largest concentration of helium in the world, other companies are also exploring the potential for naturally forming hydrogen on the Iron Range.

And: Biwabik to take one more look at lowering 30% levy increase; and new report says USDA leans too much on industrial agriculture.

Plus: Deer River's new telehealth program the first step toward school-based health center.

Plus: Demolition work is underway to make room for new construction in Bemidji's blighted rail corridor; Anderson Brothers Construction in Brainerd can once again bid on government contracts; and Essentia Health St. Joseph's will host its annual Tree of Life memorial service on Dec. 16.

Plus: A Bemidji forum explores the affordability of child care, health care and more for families, along with potential legislative fixes.

And: Itasca, Beltrami county residents voice budget thoughts at Truth in Taxation meetings.

Plus: A Minneapolis-based attorney announced his bid for the Republican nomination in the 2026 Governor's race; and the Minnesota DNR says winter is the best time to prune oaks to prevent oak wilt.

And: Minnesota paid leave begins in the new year; and DNR auctioning off five parcels through Dec. 16.

The Minnesota Environmental Quality Board heard the second part of an informational series on data centers and the considerations needed to safeguard the state's water resources.

The North Central Research and Outreach Center helped test our state fruit for winter hardiness, a step in its eventual release as the University of Minnesota's first apple variety.

And: Kids Count on Us Bemidji to host an affordability forum; MnDOT Hwy. 73 corridor meeting planned for Chisholm; Essentia Health-Fosston tree walk fundraiser is Sunday; and mental health care is scarce for rural BIPOC Minnesotans.

Laurie Kramer is a professor of applied psychology at Northeastern University in Boston and an expert in sibling relationships and managing strategies for family conflict.

Plus: New bridge opens over High Falls in Tettegouche State Park; grants aim to prevent garbage and waste on the ice from polluting Minnesota's water bodies, and the Beltrami County Historical Society seeks committee members for new exhibit.

Plus: the first snowstorm of the season is expected to fall on the Northland on key Thanksgiving travel dates; and the United Way of Bemidji Area is coordinating two toy drives this holiday season.

A packed house attended the Emily City Council meeting to hear North Star Manganese CEO Rick Sandri provide the latest updates on a project that's long been on the table.

Plus: Petition aims to force public vote on Carlton-Wrenshall consolidation; alumni take one last trip through Nashwauk High School before demolition.

Plus: Secretary of State Steve Simon presented St. Louis County election workers with awards; and the Minnesota Department of Health presented two Northwest Minnesota practitioners with rural health awards.

And: PotlatchDeltic lumber mills lose Forest Stewardship Council certification over Bemidji workplace harassment; and Nashwauk-Keewatin is hosting liquidation sales for its old schools.