Erin Bowman
Report for Minnesota InternErin Bowman studies journalism and political science at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Originally from East Grand Forks, she enjoys providing understandable and accessible information to communities.
Report for Minnesota is a project of the University of Minnesota’s Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication to support local news across the state.
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Red Lake and four other Northern Minnesota counties are classified as legal deserts, with fewer than one practicing attorney per 1,000 residents. -
Red Lake and four other Northern Minnesota counties are classified as legal deserts, with fewer than one practicing attorney per 1,000 residents. -
Plus: MN DNR took comments on Tamarack Mining Project; and proposed lodging denied by Nashwauk City Council
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Bryan v. Itasca County paved the way for the modern tribal gaming industry. The monument recognizes Leech Lake Band member Helen Bryan and her husband, Russell Bryan. -
Plus: DNR chooses annual fish stamp contest winners
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And: U of M's Natural Resources Research Institute launches new simulator to test innovations in iron refining.
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Aircraft play an essential role in fighting wildfires. Seaplanes from the Ely seaplane base drop water, fire retardant and deliver firefighters — and canoes — to the blazes. -
Plus: Federal judge stops MN law banning prediction markets; Municipal cannabis dispensary moves forward in GR; and the filing period closed Tuesday for many elected positions
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State attempts to recover Camp House Fire costs; Crews deploy sprinklers in Superior National ForestAnd: Construction starts for Boswell Solar Project; and MDH will host public hearing for closure of clinic in Silver Bay
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Firefighters are using sprinkler systems and fuel removal to protect structures like homes from wildfire. The systems work to dampen the areas around structures to prevent fire.
