Heat index off the charts for much of Minnesota. Fosston wants its local hospital back

An extreme heat warning takes effect Monday across much of central and southern Minnesota could see temperatures hit the 90s and heat indices making it feel like 110. And with that high heat, the state's Department of Natural Resources is encouraging people visiting state parks to stay hydrated and seek shady areas.A judge in Polk County ruled in favor of the rural city of Fosston this past week as it takes on the big hospital system that took over its local hospital. Fosston argues that heath care has worsened since Duluth-based Essentia Health took over operations in 2009.And a new fire service program developed for young adults is off and running in Bemidji.Dangerous heat peaks Monday; heat index could reach 110 degreesRural Fosston moves forward in its quest to regain control of local hospital from Essentia HealthBemidji fire brigade helps youth with disabilities ladder up their skills