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The Traill County Economic Development Commission saw some great successes in 2023. Executive Director, Jim Murphy, tells R & J News that several new businesses were added in the county last year. He also says there were gains in other sectors in 2023 and that the EDC needs to keep that momentum going into 2024. …
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There will be a changing of the guard, so to speak, for the Hillsboro Business Association in 2024. Outgoing President, J.R. Strom, informed the association he will be stepping away from the leadership role this year. He shares his outgoing remarks with R & J News. The office remains open at this time. Strom encourages…
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The Traill County Historical Society is going into 2024 with much more than a fresh coat of paint on their minds. Specifically, there are going to be some modifications to the buildings and grounds. Historical Society Curator, LeAnn Beck, explains. The Traill County Historical Society will be holding their membership drive this month with…
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The Hillsboro City Commission met in regular session Tuesday evening. The commission discussed the effects of the recent holiday ice storm. On the heels of Governor Burgum’s emergency declaration last Friday, the commission approved City Attorney, J.R. Strom, to draft a complimentary declaration for the city. Residents should contact city hall for information on how…
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The Hillsboro Economic Development Corporation is rounding out a successful 2023 and looking ahead to 2024. HEDC Vice President, Dustin Nagel, shares some of the highlights from this past year. Nagel also tells R & J News the HEDC will put a larger focus on housing in 2024. Nagel also says their recent round of…
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The Hillsboro Public School Board met in regular session Thursday morning. The Board formally approved the resignation of current Superintendent, Paula Suda, following the completion of the 2023-2024 school year. The Board also approved next steps in the process of hiring the district’s next superintendent, including setting an application deadline for January 31st. The Board…
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If the decorations around Hillsboro haven’t put you in the holiday spirit yet, several events this weekend should do the trick. The Hillsboro Business Association is hosting their Winter Wonderland event tomorrow and Saturday. The events kick off tomorrow night with the Light Parade at 5:30. HBA President J R Strom says the route will…
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Just in time for the holiday season, Hillsboro Public Schools is bringing back a pre-COVID tradition: holding a fall food drive. Third Grade Teacher, and food drive spokesperson, Kael Elliot tells R & J News the drive started off slow but she’s hoping the kids will be more eager to participate after an assembly today. …
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Due to adverse weather conditions across the state of North Dakota late this week, the NDHSAA has announced a change in the schedule for the 2023 State Cross Country meets. The meets will now both be held on Saturday, October 28th with the following schedule: Noon-Class B Girls 12:45pm- Class B Boys 4pm-Class A Girls…
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The Buxton City Council met in regular session Wednesday. Mayor Travis Soderberg updated the council on the recent blockages at the two rail crossings in city limits. Soderberg informed the council that there have been no blockages reported since the last council meeting in September. Soderberg also mentioned that the issues seem to have been…
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