Author: James Maertens

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Hillsboro Days 2024 in High Gear For Friday’s Events

It’s day two today of Hillsboro’s annual city-wide celebration. Here’s the rundown for Friday at Hillsboro Days.  Friday events begin bright and early at Miller’s Fresh Foods with their customer appreciation breakfast starting at 8am and running until 10. 4H exhibits and displays open at 9am in their building next to the Traill County Road…
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June 14, 2024 0

Hillsboro Days 2024 is Finally Here

Hillsboro’s annual town-wide celebration kicks off today.  Events begin with free hot dogs and root beer floats at Dakota Heritage Bank from 11:30am-1pm. The first Farmers Market of the season will also be from 4:30-7:30pm with food trucks as well all at Railroad Park. Day one concludes with a movie night in Woodland Park beginning…
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June 13, 2024 0

City of Buxton Orders Demolition of New Hardware Store

The Buxton City Council met in regular session Wednesday evening. The Council voted unanimously to order the demolition of the city’s former hardware store. During the meeting, Mayor Travis Soderberg shared with the council that he has seen no measurable progress to clean and secure the property at 307 Broadway, currently owned by Dennis Riedhammer…
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June 13, 2024 0

Hillsboro Days Kicks Off Thursday

Hillsboro’s annual town-wide celebration kicks off Thursday. The annual Hillsboro days will feature some classic favorites and new highlights as well.  Events begin tomorrow with free hot dogs and root beer floats at Dakota Heritage Bank from 11:30am-1pm. The first Farmers Market of the season will also be tomorrow from 4:30-7:30pm. Day one concludes with…
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June 12, 2024 0

Myers Elected to Hillsboro City Commission, Kritzberger and Richter to Hillsboro School Board

There will be only one new addition to the Hillsboro City Commission, but two new members of the Hillsboro School Board.  With all precincts reporting, Jon Myers has been chosen to fill the unexpired two-year term on the city commission, vacated by outgoing long-time commissioner, Dave Sather. Myers will join Paul Geray and Jason Pohlkamp…
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June 12, 2024 0

2024 North Dakota Primary Election Reminders

A reminder that today is primary election day in North Dakota. There are several contested races today in statewide, countywide, and local elections. Some highlight races include North Dakota Governor, US Congress, Traill County Commission, and Hillsboro School Board. Measures on the ballot include congressional term limits, a mill levy for the Mayville Public Library…
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June 11, 2024 0

Hatton Honors Eielson’s Historic Flight to Alaska

Hatton, North Dakota honored their most famous resident over the weekend. On Sunday, the Hatton-Eielson Museum celebrated the 100th anniversary of Carl Ben Eielson’s famous first airmail expedition to Alaska. The expedition took place February 21st, 1924. The program featured several theatrical and musical presentations. Museum Board Co-President, Linda Reinhart, says the community needs to…
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June 10, 2024 0

Several Contested Races, Both Statewide and Local, For 2024 ND Primary

Traill County residents will make their voices heard in determining the outcome of several contested races in Tuesday’s North Dakota primary elections.  At the top level, contested races include Governor and US House. Current US Congressman, Kelly Armstrong, challenges Lieutenant Governor, Tammy Miller, for the Republican nomination for governor. The winner of this primary would…
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June 10, 2024 0

City of Hillsboro Public Works Position Finalized, Pool Opening Not Quite There Yet

A months-long process seems to have finally come to an end as the City of Hillsboro has selected its next Public Works Superintendent. During Monday’s commission meeting, the board approved the hiring of Sheena Schmeets of Grafton. Commission President, Levi Reese, says he’s pleased with the experience and attitude Schmeets will bring to the community.…
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June 4, 2024 0

MasterChef Junior Contestant, Alfred Eggermont, Shares Experience with R & J Broadcasting

A now regional celebrity stopped by the KRJB-Hillsboro studios Wednesday. Recent MasterChef Junior contestant, Alfred Eggermont of Binford, ND, shared his experience with R & J Broadcasting. Eggermont tells R & J News he learned even more about cooking and he’s grateful for the friendships he’s made with his fellow contestants. He gives advice for…
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May 24, 2024 0