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State Representative Steve Green was elected to the Minnesota State Senate on Tuesday. The Republican defeated DFL challenger Alan Roy 60 percent to 40 percent on Election Day. Green talked about this year’s campaign. Green talked about what he’s most looking forward to when the Senate begins its new session. When Green takes his oath…
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ADA, MN—Ada-Borup-West High School hosted a Veterans Day program Friday morning to thank those who have served in the military. Ada VFW Post 7557 Commander Craig Larson was the featured speaker. Ada American Legion Post 26 Commander Ken Pazdernik spoke about the high amount of suicide among veterans and the need to reduce that. Pazdernik…
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ADA, MN—At Wednesday’s Ada City Council meeting, a contract was approved for the city’s union members–that is, those full-time employees who are not department heads. A contract for new Ada Police Chief Steve Hager was also approved. Ada City Council member Mike Nelson says it’s good to have the contracts finished. Another topic at Wednesday’s…
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ADA, MN—The Knights of Columbus and Norman County Fair Board are sponsoring a pancake supper this coming Tuesday night from 4:30 to 7pm at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ada. Dave Stene says the supper will benefit the Dennis Riepe family. Stene talks about what will be served at the supper. The pancake supper is…
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People in the Hitterdal and Hawley area are arranging a silent auction benefit for Carson Fuglie, a ninth grader who was seriously injured in an accident in late September. Melissa Wendt is one of the organizers of the silent auction. Wendt talks about the items that have been donated so far. Wendt says you can…
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HILLSBORO, ND—The Hillsboro Kiwanis food pantry is asking you to donate non-perishable food items. Kiwanis member Dan Christianson was asked if this is a busy time for the food pantry. Christianson says they’re looking for all types of donations. He goes on to say where you can make donations to the Hillsboro Kiwanis food pantry.…
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ST. PAUL, MN–The open enrollment period for MNsure, Minnesota’s health insurance marketplace, is now underway. Mnsure CEO Nate Clark explains. Clark says recent changes in federal rules could make it easier for you to qualify for MNsure. You have until December 15 to enroll for MNsure coverage that would start on January 1st. Clark says…
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The Clearwater County Humane Society is holding a raffle to raise money for its spay and neuter program. Humane Society vice president Kelly Bellefy tells us about the prizes you could win. Bellefy talks more about the drawing. Here’s how you can get tickets for the Clearwater County Humane Society raffle. Once again, the Clearwater…
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Would you like to reconnect with a pet who has passed on? The Clearwater County Humane Society is offering a chance to do that on Saturday at its second annual Spiritual Gallery in Bagley. Humane Society vice president Kelly Bellefy says seer and medium Jenny Lee will be on hand for readings. Lee will have…
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CLEARBROOK, MN—The music department at the Clearbrook-Gonvick School has some high profile events coming up. Music director Tami Ragan spoke on KCCQ’s Clearbrook-Gonvick School News program. Ragan says the choir will also make a trip to Thief River Falls for a concert. And speaking of holiday spirit, Clearbrook-Gonvick will have its Elementary School holiday concert…
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