(KNOX) – East Grand Forks will soon launch a search for a new Fire Chief. Jeff Boushee plans to retire after 34 years of service to the city – including six as chief. His last day on the job will be June 25th.
The city council is expected to approve advertising the position for 30 days at next week’s meeting. City Administrator Reid Hurtunen told a council work session last night that if ads go out May 20th the earliest Civil Service interviews of candidates could begin is the week of July 6th.
A staff report says the salary range for the position would be between $99,710 and $137,78. It also recommends that Assistant Chief Paul Hansen be appointed the Interim Fire Chief until the position is filled.
Governor Walz Announces Location for Next Year's Fishing Opener
(KNOX) - Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has announced that next year's Governor's Fishing Opener will happen in Cold Spring on May 14 and 15 in 2027. Next year will be the 79th Annual Governor's Fishing Opener, and Cold Spring is roughly 15 miles southw...
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East Grand Forks Woman One of Seven Charged In Medicaid Fraud Scheme
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North Dakota One of 17 States Suing Against California Law
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Fargo Woman Charged in Medicaid Fraud
(KNOX) - A Fargo woman accused of using false credentials and stealing the identities of licensed professionals to provide counseling services in Minnesota, is one of seven providers charged in a Medicaid fraud crackdown. Christine Marie Pryor was ch...
Jun 24, 2026
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