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Woodsnews used to endorse Perry, but he has left the race and endorsed Gingrich. While Gingrich has "baggage" from his years as Speaker of the House, he seems to be straightforward and honest. Gingrich is better than Romney, and he is definitely better than Obama. Huntsman surprised us by endorsing Romney, as he has been highly critical of him in the past. Even if Romney is the nominee, he is better than Obama.
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No Tornadoes
It looks a lot like winter, but we have no tornadoes, at lest this week. During October 2011, below-average sea surface temperatures associated with La Nina conditions strengthened across the east-central equatorial Pacific Ocean. The oceanic heat content (average temperature in the upper 300m of the ocean), remained below-average, reflecting an extensive area of below-average temperatures at depth. Collectively, these oceanic and atmospheric patterns reflect the continuation of La Nina conditions.
A majority of the models now predict La Nina to continue through the Northern Hemisphere winter and then gradually weaken after peaking during the November - January period. The models are roughly split between those that predict La Nina to remain weak and those that predict a stronger episode. During November 2011-January 2012, there is an increased chance of above-average temperatures across the south-central U.S. with the odds favoring below-average temperatures over the north-central U.S. Also, above-average precipitation is favored across the northern tier of states. This is according to the U.S.Weather Bureau.
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Don't forget the Veterans
Hope you enjoy the northwoods, but do not forget the ones who paid for our freedom, some of them with their lives. There are people in this world that want to take our freedom away. This goes all the way back to The American Revolution, which gave us our independence from British rule. It's where we got our freedom to begin with. Corporate America probably would like us better if they had more control. According to some folks we do not need to be diligent about protecting our freedom, but now as always it is crucial. We need to thank God (capital G) and those who have served and to those who are still serving. Don't ever take it for granted or you may lose it!
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Work on new Commons addition
Work continues on the addition. Supposedly it will be completed in 2011. In this editor's opinion it's unfortunate that apparently most of the residents of the Northern Itasca Hospital District are not acceptable to work for Bigfork Valley, as it seems there's less of the actual residents of the hospital district working either on this project, or for Bigfork Valley There have been at least four previous hospital administrators I can remember. The staff appeared to improve themselves under their guidance. Now it appears to me the focus is on buildings instead. Who's looking out for the people? Real representation would be nice.
The approximately 15,500 square foot addition will provide a new kitchen facility serving the hospital, senior living, guests and staff; cafeteria space for staff and visitors; enlarge the work area for the busy hospital and retail pharmacies; and also add a conference room, restaurant , gift shop and future wellness space.
Click for more photos and a press release about the Bigfork Valley Hospital's expansion plans. They are a major local employer with lots of plans for the Bigfork area. They or their foundation reportedly have purchased a building formerly known as the Triple J Restaurant. There are rumors that they have purchased the old Freeberg farm for a manufacturing plant.
Project completion is scheduled for the end of 2011.
Winter in the woods
Winter is in the air, and we know what that means. At least we don't have earthquakes or flooding or tornadoes yet. God may be sending this world a message with all that's happening and we better listen to it. 
It's still storm season, check out the Weather Service's new "Quick Forecast". If you like it, it is accessible from our menu under "Weather". The forecast, as always this time of year, has a chance of thunderstorms, some severe. Watch the sky - the weather can change fast. Be careful driving. This is Minnesota so as always, watch out and visit the National Weather Service for the Weather Outlook. Whatever the weather, this is still the best place in the world to live.
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Golden Eagle
Eagles are still feeding on the deer kills along the highways and I am as sure as I can be this is an immature Golden Eagle. I have heard from folks with excellent credentials on both sides of the
question of Golden or Bald Eagle? It's well over 3 feet high, and is bigger than most mature Bald Eagles that were near it. We think it's an immature Golden Eagle, but let us know if you think (or know)different. editor@woodsnews.com
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Valley Forest restarted at least once. They began making pellets again on Nov.30th 2009. I apparently took this picture on a day the plant was running. They were running occasionally but I haven't seen or heard of any activity for a long time. According to the person I was told to contact then, Tink, "We're starting with a crew of around 18 and we will increase the size of the crew in the future." They would have manufactured wood pellets but they have been shut down for quite awhile.