Klobuchar joins Hatch in repeal of medical device tax
Senators Amy Klobuchar and Orrin Hatch back a bipartisan move to repeal the 2.3 percent medical device tax under the Affordable Care Act. The 79 20 vote advances the measure to the House and then the president. Minnesota hosts 400 medical device firms employing 35,000, including Medtronic and Boston Scientific, boosting the state economy.
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Brainerd history timeline tracks 1993 youth center move
Compiled by Terry McCollough recounts Brainerd area memories from 1993 touching on youth center plans in a former Red Owl store, plus earlier notes from 1983 1953 1933 and 1913 including a BCC alumnus joining the board a walleye trip and local tax talks.
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Kerr Hansen and Mike O Rourke Staff Titles
Kerr Hansen serves as vice president of audience development and Mike O Rourke is listed as associate editor.
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Rial Board Members Show Publisher Chief and Former Leader
Rial board members listed include Tim Bocenschutz as Publisher and chief, Terry McCullough as former Publisher, and Dick Peterson as Community Representative, outlining outgoing and current leadership roles.
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Keystone XL pipeline debate hinges on market and emissions
Christopher R. Knittel argues that opponents overstate climate doom while outlining three conditions for any emissions rise from Keystone XL. He notes tar sands output and price effects, potential production responses, and the comparison of well to wheels emissions, urging policy based on facts over hyperbole.
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Warriors reach state despite tough draw in regional tourney
Reader Opinion praises Brain erd Warrior boys basketball for reaching the State Tournament and earning strong media recognition. John Woodrow notes the team’s unity and effort, while supporters celebrate the season as a win in their eyes.
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