Viking NewsLocal news for Viking, MN continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.Stadum takes reins of Pelican Rapids PD- April 19, 2008 "I'm fortunate to have four other full-time officers and three part-time officers on the force" Jeff Stadum, left, is the new police chief in Pelican Rapids. Scott Fox, right, retired March 31. via Daily Journalhttp://www.topix.net/city/viking-mn/2008/04/stadum-takes-reins-of-pelican-rapids-pd?fromrs... Bremer Foundation contributes $447,500 to county- April 17, 2008 "The foundation, and what it does to assist rural areas in the three states in which we serve, is a real source of pride for all Bremer employees" Doug Houska, president of Bremer Bank, Fergus Falls, is proud of the Bremer Foundation that helps improve the quality of life in Otter Tail County. via Daily Journalhttp://www.topix.net/city/viking-mn/2008/04/bremer-foundation-contributes-447-500-to-count... Security officers approve milestone union contract- April 15, 2008 "They shot themselves in the foot by suspending me, because then I had a lot more time to work with the union" Twin Cities security officers approved a union contract including affordable health care coverage that they hope will set a new standard for other workers across Minnesota. via Workday Minnesotahttp://www.topix.net/city/viking-mn/2008/04/security-officers-approve-milestone-union-cont... Security officers continue 'historic' labor struggle- April 13, 2008 "Contingency plans are in place, and we will proceed to present a single, more specific healthcare plan." Recently, more than 20 officers were arrested on trespassing charges after committing acts of civil disobedience at downtown business offices of U.S. Bancorp and Ameriprise in the IDS Center. via Minnesota Spokesman-Recorderhttp://www.topix.net/city/viking-mn/2008/04/security-officers-continue-historic-labor-stru... Security guards, employers agree on contract- April 11, 2008 "Everyone in the Twin Cities won today" Twin Cities union officers to formally vote on proposal with better health care coverage Twin Cities security guards have struck a tentative agreement with building employers on a new labor contract. via Finance and Commercehttp://www.topix.net/city/viking-mn/2008/04/security-guards-employers-agree-on-contract?fr... Carl Eller arrested after hitting officer in face- April 9, 2008 Previous mug shot of Carl Eller Former Viking and NFL Hall-of-Famer Carl Eller was arrested early this morning for fourth-degree assault and fleeing a police officer, 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS has confirmed. via KSAXhttp://www.topix.net/city/viking-mn/2008/04/carl-eller-arrested-after-hitting-officer-in-f... Humble Fahey interacts with veterans- April 1, 2008 "I think we're the only vets home among the five vets homes in Minnesota that have Viking game day events. We're really proud of that." Serving fellow veterans in any way he can is a priority for Veterans Home volunteer Gene Fahey. via Daily Journalhttp://www.topix.net/city/viking-mn/2008/04/humble-fahey-interacts-with-veterans?fromrss=1 |