The Minnesota Department of Health relies on a mix of state, federal, and other funds to accomplish its public health mission. For the 2022-2023 state biennial period—from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2023—the department’s projected budget authority is $1.4 billion. Who is in charge of the Minnesota Department of Health? Jan MalcolmJan Malcolm was …
Minnesota’s current budget The budget included total spending of $53.7 billion in FY 2022 and $48.6 billion in FY 2023, with $25.4 billion in general fund spending in FY 2022 and $27 billion in FY 2023. How much debt does Minnesota have? about 17.49 billion U.S. dollarsIn the fiscal year of 2021, Minnesota’s state debt …
The Lake Superior Agates are the state’s national gemstone, so you should definitely look for it in Cook County. Here you can also find thomsonite, jasper, amethyst, and chalcedony. The beaches located on the north shore of Lake Superior are the best for gem hunting. What rocks are worth money in Minnesota? Some known minerals …
Since Washington recently beat out Minnesota as the “best state” in a 2021 ranking by U.S. News and World Report, we thought we’d rank the two states side by side in five unofficial categories: national parks, apples, iconic businesses, movies and weather. Is it cheaper to live in Minnesota or Washington? The cost of living …
Using hydraulic jets to get rid of “muck” or to uproot aquatic plants in public waters is illegal, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Aquatic plants help keep water clean and fish populations healthy. Are muck mats legal in Minnesota? In Minnesota, there are certain regulations backing the removal of muck and other …
Region 1 – Northwest Minnesota. Region 2 – West Central Minnesota. Region 3 – Northeast Minnesota. Region 4 – Twin Cities Metro. Region 5 – Southwest Minnesota. Region 6 – South Central Minnesota. Region 7 – Southeast Minnesota. Region 8 – North Central Minnesota. What are the Minnesota regions? Minnesota is made up of four …
“Northern Minnesota” is a broader title that includes several regions, including the North Woods, and can be defined as any area within the 218 telephone area code. Examples of cities include Brainerd, Bemidji, Grand Rapids and International Falls. What cities are considered northern Minnesota? The lines, arbitrarily drawn, portray the border for “Northern Minnesota” running …
What is hotdish? Hotdish is an anything goes one-dish meal from the Upper Midwest, but it’s especially beloved in Minnesota and North Dakota. A creamy sauce binds three essential hotdish components together: starch, protein, and vegetable. Why do Minnesotans call it hotdish? The term “hot dish” first appeared in a cookbook in 1930 by a …
Big Splash Another Minnesota water park that is open year-round, Big Splash is located in the Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center in Alexandria, Minnesota. This huge indoor water park has more than 38,000 square feet of water fun and boasts three waterslides that are four stories tall. What is the largest waterpark in Minnesota? Bunker …
Anyone who’s ever been to Yellowstone knows that the park’s beauty is unlike anything else in the world. From the mountains to the geysers to the wildlife, there is endless awe-inspiring nature to behold. What state is Yellowstone National Park? WyomingYellowstone National Park, the oldest, one of the largest, and probably the best-known national park …
Nestled on the edge of the Richard T. Anderson Conservation Area in Eden Prairie, you’ll find the Fredrick-Miller Spring. Spring water flows from the spigot all year long attracting a steady stream of visitors with water jugs in hand. Which states have the most springs? Geologists from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection claim that …
Minnesota stands to gain that distinction as the Department of Natural Resources works to build an online inventory of the state’s estimated 15,000 to 22,000 springs. Are there springs in Minnesota? Springs by County There are 10 Springs in Minnesota. Which states have the most springs? Geologists from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection claim …
Total Miles of Shoreline Considering all lakes bigger than 10 acres, Minnesota has 34,248 miles of lakeshore. Only 22% of this lakeshore is on lakes larger than 1,000 acres, however, and people really like large lakes. Almost 40% of all the lakeshore in Minnesota is on lakes between 10 and 100 acres in size. How …
The total flight duration from Minneapolis, MN to Jamaica is 4 hours, 37 minutes. This assumes an average flight speed for a commercial airliner of 500 mph, which is equivalent to 805 km/h or 434 knots. It also adds an extra 30 minutes for take-off and landing. How long is the flight from Jamaica to …
Owning a pool is a bit of a luxury, especially in Minnesota, where there are only a few months out of the year when you can use it. Minnesota has more than 30,000 in-ground pools, according to PK Data, though a 2014 study tracking pool companies per capita found it to be the least “pool-loving …