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HAWLEY, MN—Hawley High School will be filled with actors the next two Saturdays. Hawley High Principal Kelly Anderson says they’ll be hosting one act play competitions. Once again, admission is free and the first play begins at 9am Saturday at Hawley High School.
CROOKSTON, MN—A Crookston homeless shelter has been awarded a large grant from the State of Minnesota. Care and Share Board Chairman Tom Anderson has the information. Anderson talks about Care and Share’s buildings. No word yet when work will begin on these renovations.
We wrap up our conversation with retiring Minnesota State Representative Deb Kiel with a look at the upcoming Legislative session, which begins on February 12. She says there could be a renewed look at the sick and safe time law passed a year ago. Kiel says she also expects discussion on end of life decisions. …
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The Waubun/Ogema/White Earth School is getting ready for its annual Sno Daze in early February. Britani Ferencik with Waubun High School tells us who is on the Sno Daze Court. Waubun’s Sno Daze coronation will be Monday, February 5 at 9am. The public is invited to attend.
HILLSBORO, ND—The Hillsboro Fire and Rescue Department is holding a new fundraiser Saturday night at the Hillsboro Armory. Hillsboro firefighter Matt Miller has details. Miller talks about the door prizes that will be available. Tickets for the 50 gun raffle are sold out, but you can still get tickets for the banquet at Olsen Hardware…
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CROOKSTON, MN—Here’s an update to a story R&J News has been following. The Care and Share homeless shelter in Crookston held a fundraiser last Saturday to raise money for a cargo van. Care and Share Board Chairman Tom Anderson says “Open Hearts, Open Doors” was a big success. Anderson says he’s grateful for the community’s…
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During R&J News’s conversation with State Representative Deb Kiel of Crookston, the Republican spoke about her support of agriculture. And she brought up the Sick and Safe Time law that was passed by the Minnesota Legislature in 2023. Kiel says she isn’t happy with that law. The Sick and Safe Time law requires all employers…
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Minnesota State Representative Deb Kiel of Crookston will not run for re-election this fall, ending her legislative career at seven terms. R&J News asked Kiel what she’s most proud of during her time in St. Paul. On the subject of nursing homes, Kiel was asked if she’s been following the situation with the Fair Meadow…
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On Monday, R&J News told you about PFO: Patent Foramen Ovale. It’s a heart condition that Minnesota State Representative Deb Kiel of Crookston says was the likely cause of two strokes she suffered last year. Kiel tells us more about PFO. On Wednesday, R&J News will talk with Rep. Kiel about what she’s most proud…
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The Ada-Borup-West School is holding a science fair on Thursday. High School Principal Josh Carlson is asking for your help. If you’d like to volunteer to be a judge at Thursday’s science fair, call the Ada-Borup-West School at 218-784-5300.