Headlines – Page 90 – North Metro TV

BUSINESS SHIFTS GEARS TO MEET NEEDS

As people and businesses look to make a difference, one Blaine business found a way to use technology to help. Upscaled Designs, a Blaine business that specializes in screen printing and embroidery, has turned their energy to 3-D printing.

GOLF COURSES READY TO TEE IT UP AGAIN

Golf course managers say courses are in fine shape for golfers after Gov. Walz lifts ban on public play.

LINO LAKES CANCELS BLUE HERON DAYS, ALL SUMMER PROGRAMS; STAFF LAID OFF

City decision to forego all summer programming will mean no signature events and the elimination of two city hall positions.

ANOKA COUNTY VOTES TO KEEP BUNKER BEACH CLOSED THIS SUMMER

Commissioners weigh the risks of opening–even late–the state’s largest outdoor water park given the pandemic and guidelines from health care professionals.

HOMELESS SHELTER SEES INCREASED NEED

The CDC recommend social distancing, but there are plenty of people who don’t have that option. Stepping Stone Emergency Housing is a homeless shelter for single adults – the only one of its kind in the county. And right now, COVID-19 is changing a lot about the way the shelter operates.

ANOKA COUNTY ACCEPTING DOCUMENTS VIA DROP BOXES

Anoka County is now accepting a variety of paperwork at certain county drop box locations.

COMMISSIONER MEISNER: ANOKA COUNTY “CHALLENGED IN WAYS WE COULD HAVE NEVER PREDICTED”

First-term Anoka County Commissioner reflects on what has changed and what the county wants to make sure still happens despite “unprecedented” shutdown and economic slowdown.

NATIONAL SPORTS CENTER REPORTEDLY LOSING $1 MILLION FOR EVERY MONTH IT REMAINS CLOSED DURING COVID-19 SHUTDOWN

State’s second-largest tourist attraction, located in Blaine, resorting to online donation support to help with shortfalls as busy summer season approaches.