FLOOD
Legislative notebook: Senate DFL not on board with surcharge
By Don Davis and Danielle Killey Senate Democrats do not want to place an income tax surcharge on the richest of the rich, but they are looking into expanding a new tax the governor wants on the to...
Posted on 3/20/13 at 7:22 PM
Areavoices Digest #55 - Talking Baseball and more
The snow might be starting to fall outside my window, but at Areavoices we're talking Major League baseball. I'm excited that one of our favorite bloggers, Chad Jacobsen of Twins Focus has taken on th...
Posted on 11/30/11 at 4:45 PM
A flood that would make even Noah turn and run
Massive floods are not only common on Earth but 3.5 billion years ago they raged across the Martian landscape. One of the most dramatic issued from a breach in a rift called Mangala Fossae. 'Mangala...
Posted on 10/31/11 at 2:36 PM
Black Eyed Peas to hold a benefit concert in Minot, North Dakota, for flood victims
The Black Eyed Peas have been confirmed to hold a benefit concert in Minot on September 3rd, 2011. No exact date has been published on when the tickets will be available to purchase, but the cost ha...
Posted on 8/3/11 at 12:50 PM
Good Turn Daily
The Boy Scouts of America was founded on the premise of doing a Good Turn Daily. Community Service is very important in the character building process and, as Scouts, we have made the commitment t...
Posted on 4/26/11 at 6:58 PM
Some roads in west central Minnesota closed due to flooding
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) and the Minnesota State Patrol urge motorists to drive with caution as flooding continues to affect area highways and interstates in west central Minnesota.By Staff Report , April 04, 2011
IRS urges Minnesotans to safeguard tax records from floods
Springtime is finally here. Often, when spring arrives so to severe storms and flooding. The Internal Revenue Service encourages Minnesotans to prepare by safeguarding their records. Some simple steps can help individuals and businesses protect their financial and tax records before springtime storms and floods.By Staff Report , April 03, 2011
State prepares for flooding in 40-50 counties
Opening the Minnesota Emergency Operations Center has become all too common as spring floods approach, but there is a major difference this year.By Don Davis , March 26, 2011
How to prepare your home for floods
If your home is in a location where seasonal flooding may occur, you need to know how to prepare your home to resist or survive flooding.By Staff Report , March 19, 2011
Commerce department offers flood protection tips
Heavy rains this fall and large snow totals throughout the winter have combined to pose a serious flood threat to most portions of Minnesota. The threat is particularly serious along the Mississippi, St. Croix, and Minnesota rivers. In preparation for the upcoming spring thaw, the Minnesota Department of Commerce is urging the public to review their flood insurance needs, including for businesses or commercial properties.By Staff Report , March 01, 2011
Lawmakers approve flood, tornado relief
State disaster relief is on its way to flood- and tornado-damaged communities, but officials said they may be back for more help next year.By Don Davis , October 20, 2010
More counties eligible for disaster aid
Federal authorities have added eight Minnesota counties to those eligible for disaster assistance following last month's floods.By Don Davis , October 19, 2010
Lawmakers approve flood, tornado relief
State disaster relief is on its way to flood- and tornado-damaged communities, but officials said they may be back for more help next year.By Don Davis , October 19, 2010
Emotions run high in disaster session
Zumbro Falls Mayor Alan VanDeWalker's voice cracked as he told a Senate committee this morning about last month's flood.By Don Davis , October 18, 2010
Lawmakers head back for disaster session
Minnesota legislators are returning to St. Paul today with a goal of appropriating $80 million to help communities hit by floods and tornadoes.By Don Davis , October 18, 2010
Tentative special flood session set for Monday; tornado relief up in the air
Minnesota legislators are on call to vote on flood-relief funding Monday, but it remains unclear whether communities affected by a June 17 tornado outbreak also can expect help.By Don Davis , October 08, 2010
Tentative special flood session set for Monday
Minnesota legislators will meet in a brief special session Monday to fund flood relief, if the federal government declares parts of the state a disaster area yet this week.By Don Davis , October 05, 2010
Pawlenty, lawmakers eye flood-funding session
Minnesota's governor and legislators are preparing for a special legislative session to fund flood relief even as flood waters continue to rise in parts of southern Minnesota.By Don Davis , September 27, 2010
Flash flood warning issued in West Fargo as more than 4 inches of rain falls
A morning downpour is flooding streets in this city and farm fields in Cass and Clay counties, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a flash flooding warning.By Staff Report , June 17, 2010
State approves longer emergency for flooding
A state board approved a 30-day emergency flood declaration this morning, a day before the Federal Emergency Management Agency administrator begins several days looking into area flooding.By Don Davis , March 19, 2010
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