Minnesota Launches $50 Million Broadband Expansion Effort

ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In an ambitious move to bridge the digital divide, the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is injecting a whopping $50 million into the state’s broadband infrastructure. This significant financial boost is aimed at expanding high-speed internet access to nearly 9,000 homes and businesses across 25 counties, marking… Continue reading Minnesota Launches $50 Million Broadband Expansion Effort

Lake Elmo Airport Runway Expansion Leads to Noise Woes for Residents

LAKE ELMO, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – Living near Lake Elmo Airport has become intolerable for residents since changes to the flight pattern last year, prompting them to seek assistance from the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC). Key points regarding the issue: Runway Expansion: A new 3,500-feet-long runway was constructed as part of a $24 million project, making the… Continue reading Lake Elmo Airport Runway Expansion Leads to Noise Woes for Residents

Expansion of Minnesota’s Medical Cannabis Program

Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) – Minnesota’s medical cannabis program is set to introduce dry herb vaporization as a new approved delivery method, effective from August 1, 2024. The decision, approved by Minnesota Commissioner of Health Dr. Brooke Cunningham, aims to provide patients with an additional fast-acting option. Currently, patients enrolled in the program have three fast-acting alternatives:… Continue reading Expansion of Minnesota’s Medical Cannabis Program