Mille Lacs County is hosting it's 12th annual Operation Community Connect event on Thursday, October 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  It is a free event open to Mille Lacs county residents, taking place at the Milaca High School gym.

The following resources will be available:

•Domestic Abuse Advocacy  •Employment/Staffing  •Childcare Resources  •Mille Lacs Band  •Area Legal Services 
•Veteran Services  •Senior Services  •Social Security  •Housing Information  •Energy Assistance  •Chemical Dependency
•Public Health  •Mental Health Services  •Food Pantries

Free services include:

•Lunch  •Flu Shots  •Haircuts  •Blood Lead Testing  •On-Site Well Water Testing for Nitrates  •Dental Services (26 years & under)
•Senior Health Screenings  •MNsure Navigators  •Children’s Winter Boots  •Car Seat Education

Event is sponsored by First National Bank, Rum River Community Foundation, ECE Operation Round Up, Initiative Foundation, and Sysco.

Transportation is available from Timber Trails by calling 888-217-5222.

Questions?  Call 888-270-8208