Jared LaDuke, Hawley, Minn., was involved in a horseback riding accident on Aug. 21st causing multiple fractures to his pelvis. Following surgery, he spent several days in the hospital and then in a rehabilitation facility. He will be continuing with outpatient rehab for at least another 12 weeks. Jared is self-employed and his wife is a stay-at-home mom to their four children. Friends have started a Lend A Hand Up online fundraiser to help the family recover from medical expenses and lost income.

Gretchen Noah, Fargo, was diagnosed with a glioma, a type of brain tumor, in mid-August. She underwent emergency surgery and was transferred to the Mayo Clinic for further consult and treatment under the care of the neuro ICU team. She will remain there for six weeks of radiation treatment s

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