August 2024

Wellness

Types of Yoga Yoga is rooted in ancient traditions of India, yet has made its way into mainstream Western culture. Amid this assimilation, there are many nuances of yoga that have been lost – nuances such as integrating not just the physical body, but also the mind and spirit, both on and off the mat.

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Moving on

Thin skinned? No, I don’t mean oversensitive, I mean your epidermis. Is yours getting thin? On a recent lunch with friends, we discussed our dismay over thinning skin: crepey skin—creepy skin? My friend Holly said she uses a moisturizer specifically designed for thinning skin and believe it’s helping.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Ruby’s Pantry Cook County Ruby’s Pantry, 2nd Tuesday of the month food distribution 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., $25 (cash only) Sponsored by Spirit of the Wilderness Church.

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Town Halls to Discuss Cook County Ordinance 66, An Ordinance to Regulate Cannabis Businesses and Underage Cannabis Possession

Cook County Attorney Molly Hicken and the Cook County Cannabis Regulation Committee have arranged for two Town Hall public hearings to discuss the proposed Cook County Ordinance 66: An ordinance to regulate cannabis businesses and underage cannabis possession. Community members are invited to attend and voice their opinions.

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Governor Walz announces Minnesota Ranked Best State for Health Care

For second consecutive year, WalletHub ranks Minnesota best in the nation based on 44 indicators On Tuesday, July 30 Governor Tim Walz announced that WalletHub has ranked Minnesota the best state in the nation for health care for the second consecutive year. Minnesota’s ranking is based on 44 key indicators including cost, access, and health outcomes.

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Senator Hauschild honored as a 2024 Legislator of Distinction by the League of Minnesota Cities

The League of Minnesota Cities has recognized 25 state lawmakers, including Sen. Grant Hauschild (DFL-Hermantown), as 2024 Legislators of Distinction. Chosen legislators are honored for specific actions that aided efforts of Minnesota cities during the past year’s state legislative session.

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