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Essentia Health plans groundbreaking for new emergency department in Fosston, MN as legal battle continues

(Courtesy Essentia Health)FOSSTON, Minn. (KVRR) — Essentia Health has planned a groundbreaking next Wednesday for a new emergency department in Fosston, Minnesota. The $12 million project will add more than 5,500 square feet of space. Essentia says it marks another significant investment in its campus and the Fosston community. The city and Essentia Health have battled for years over claims…

Fosston ignites new effort to take control of First Care Medical Services from Essentia Health

FOSSTON, Minn. (KVRR) — The City of Fosston is once again trying to terminate its agreement with Essentia Health for services at First Care Medical Services. In a statement, city leaders say they haveĀ filed a motion in Polk County District Court to compel Essentia Health to arbitrate, after they were unsuccessful in resolving the dispute by more informal means. Last…