Rural hospital gains two bed critical care unit
Terrie Petz-Welw reports major upgrades at Russell District Health Center expanding rural care. The two bed unit, located beside the nursing station, includes a defibrillator and 224 hour monitoring to stabilize patients for transfer when needed. Funded with 40,000 total cost, 25,000 from Banner County Health Foundation and 17,500 for a computerized paging upgrade, enhancing overall patient care.
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Donor’s Choice Door Knocking Returns for Sixth Year
Russell drives a citywide charity canvass from October 14 to 24 seeking donations for eight causes with a simple one step method. Local volunteers will visit homes to collect funds and raise awareness for community needs.
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RCMP seeks public input on community policing in Russell
RCMP launches community consultative groups as a core part of policing. Officials urge discussion with residents to identify problems and propose solutions. Representatives from local towns municipalities and districts met to discuss concerns.
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Russell Municipal Airport Gets Runway and Parking Upgrades
The Russell Municipal Airport received a renewed runway with 3000 feet paved and a gravel base for a 400 foot extension. The parking area and taxiway were expanded and paved. Nelson River Construction completed the project last week under the Canada Infrastructure Program.
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Southwest Strawboard project faces funding hurdle in Manitoba
The Southwest Strawboard chairman warns investors may be distracted from a grain terminal while noting a funding shortfall for a strawboard plant near Brunkild. A $2.5 million dike relocation is planned 25 km north of Brunkild, and Robin Review has been sold to Bob Gilroy effective October 1, with Dauphin Herald included.
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