Senator Rob Farnsworth

Please pray for President Trump, the innocent bystander who was killed, and for the future of America.

The Minnesota Chamber is looking for nominations for the "Coolest thing made in Minnesota." The top submissions will face off in brackets, which the public will be able to vote on.

Manufacturing is a vital part of our economy, so if you make something cool, or know someone who does, read more about this competition in the link!

Coolest thing made in Minnesota | Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Coolest thing made in Minnesota Click here Do you make the “coolest thing made in Minnesota”? Minnesota companies have a long history of innovation, creating some of the “coolest” products to fuel our economy. This year, the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce is launching a competition to highlig...

The State Fair has announced its new foods list!

Are you making the trip down to the fair? What are you looking forward to trying at the Great Minnesota Get-Together this year?

New Foods for 2024 Three smoked sausage slices wrapped in bacon, filled with a cream cheese mix, and drizzled with barbecue sauce. Topped with a jalapeño slice and served on-a-stick. (Gluten-Friendly)

Welcome back to all the alumni visiting for Hibbing High School's celebration of 100 years! From music, to sports, to academic excellence, Hibbing High School is a special place to its graduates, staff, and community. The team surrounding these events have done a great job, and I hope everyone has a chance to learn more about the history of Hibbing High School.

Hibbing High School celebrates 100 years of history From educating Bob Dylan to winning the Bellamy academic award to a governor inauguration; Hibbing High School has played a role in notable historic events and people.

Happy Independence Day!

I hope everyone enjoys some time to celebrate our Freedom today!

MN Department of Public Safety is requesting the public document damage from the flood. Please use this survey to provide contact information and photos of the damage. This information will be shared with our federal partners.

HSEM Rapid Damage Submittal This survey is for emergency response teams who want to do a rapid damage assessment.

My column in the MINE edition this week. We have a bright future ahead of us!

Excitement growing for new mining projects on the Range We have gone through many ups and downs on the Iron Range. I remember what it was like in the 1980’s when over one-third of the mining workforce was laid

The storms left many with a mess on their hands. Thanks to everyone who stepped up during the storms to keep people safe, and thanks to those who are still working on clean up and recovery efforts.

Increasing daycare options for families is important. The proposed rules from the Department of Human Services for in-home providers is a blatant overreach of regulators. Democrats pretend to want to ease the daycare problem but these changes will make it harder for current in-home providers to stay in business, leaving many with just one option: center-based care, which might not be the best fit for every family.

If you're an in-home family care provider, please submit your thoughts on the proposed rules with this survey link.

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We recently experienced a damaging storm in our area. We are keeping in contact with local leaders to determine the total damage to public infrastructure, homes, and businesses. Please be patient as crews work to get things back to normal. We will work with local, state, and federal agencies to assess next steps concerning emergency assistance for our region.

Flooding washes out many Northland roads The National Weather Service reports anywhere from 1.5 to more than 7 inches of rain fell in just a few hours Tuesday night. There was also tornadic activity.

On this day in 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas to announce the freedom of enslaved black people in the state by executive decree. Juneteenth, or Freedom Day, is a day to celebrate freedom for everyone!

Being a dad is the greatest honor I’ve ever had. Happy Father’s Day to all the men who step up to the challenge of raising kids into adults, and being by their side every step of the way.

It was an honor to participate in the flag raising at Forgotten Heroes Ranges & Retreat today. The US flag was previously flown over the US Capitol and the state flag was flown over the Minnesota Capitol.

Happy Flag Day! Today, we celebrate the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as our national flag back in 1777. Let's honor the history and values Ol’ Glory represents!

My first job was a Chisholm Bakery, and I can still smell a fresh batch of donuts. But did you know the Salvation Army popularized the modern donut with our troops during WWI?

Visit the Salvation Army website to learn more, and stop into your local bakery for a sweet treat today!

National Donut Day | The Salvation Army USA National Donut Day - The Salvation Army National Website

We must always honor and remember the brave sacrifices made on the beaches of Normandy that turned the tide and secured our freedom.

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is asking Vietnam-era Veterans to share their stories during a special event from June 13-15 at the Mall of America to mark the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. The Vietnam War Commemoration Oral History Project is an opportunity for Veterans to share their experiences about their time in the service during the war to help educate the public and generations to come.

Copy this link to find out more: https://mn.gov/mdva/news/pressroom/?id=1066-625736

These Bingo Cards are being handed out at the DFL convention this weekend.

Mining isn’t a joke or game- it’s real jobs to support families, proper environmental regulations, and materials that don’t come from slave or child labor.

Democrats are simply out of touch with the needs and realities of what Minnesota Mining means to the Range.

Our family had the opportunity to attend the soft opening of Other Guys Burgers tonight. The food was amazing. I’m excited to have another locally owned restaurant in the area.

4 More Days!

On Memorial Day, we remember those who paid the greatest price for our freedoms. We are forever grateful for all we have gained from the lives of patriots who went before us.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who works as an Emergency Responder. In Greater Minnesota we are facing significant challenges to keep these life-saving services going. I was glad to support a funding lifeline this session, and promise to make funding rural EMS providers a top priority for the budget next year. We have to work together to get this done.

It was a great honor to participate in the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Keetac DR grade pellet facility. This means more union wage mining jobs right here in the Range.

Last night as session was coming to an end, Democrats brought forward a 1,400 page omnibus bill that included all of the bills they didn’t have time to pass. This was at 11:30, 1/2 hour before the constitutional deadline to pass legislation. Because long standing senate rules would have prevented passage of this bill, senate democrats simply ignored the rules and passed this huge bill that no one was able to read beforehand. I am ashamed at the behavior of senate democrats to ignore the wishes of the people who are asking us to work together. Instead, they allowed a charged felon to cast deciding votes on legislation that will have huge implications for our state for years to come.

The Rural EMS aid package passed the Senate unanimously today!

Reliable emergency medical services are a basic service that every Minnesotan deserves. The challenges we are facing needed this emergency aid just to stay afloat. While there is more work to be done, the sprint medic pilot program, regulatory changes, and certification reforms are meaningful changes that should help us address the long-term issues at a state level.

Good things happening on the Range.

ALS affects thousands of Minnesotans every day, and it left its mark on the Senate as well. To everyone battling with ALS, we remain committed to finding a cure. To the caregivers and loved ones of those with ALS, thank you for all you do.

If you’re in need of support as you manage your diagnosis, the ALS association has plenty of resources.

https://www.als.org/support/states/minnesota

This week we honor and support Police and all they do to keep us safe. Please join me in thanking the men and women who pick up the badge and put on the uniform each and every day.

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms!

Thank you to the men and women who put on the uniform and carry a badge to keep us safe. I appreciate all that you do!