Author: Joe Lancello

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DNR Conservation Officers Honored For Lifesaving

The Minnesota DNR’s Enforcement Division has recognized nine conservation officers for lifesaving efforts.  On the early evening of September 1, conservation officer Coby Fontes of Warroad learned a boat had overturned on Lake of the Woods and the two occupants’ life jackets were trapped under the watercraft.  He located the anglers…one of whom was on…
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January 3, 2026 0

6 Frost Skaters On US Olympic Women’s Hockey Team

USA Hockey announced Friday that Minnesota Frost skaters Kendall Coyne Schofield (F), Lee Stecklein (D), Kelly Pannek (F), Grace Zumwinkle (F), Britta Curl-Salemme (F) and Taylor Heise (F) have been named to the United States Olympic Women’s Ice Hockey Team set to compete in the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games. The Frost’s six-skater contingent will…
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January 2, 2026 0

Helping Police With Elderly Adults

FOSSTON, MN—Police and EMT’s are often called to the home of an elderly adult on a medical call.  And if that adult lives alone and isn’t conscious when help arrives, it can be hard for that elderly adult to get the proper treatment.  Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve has a suggestion for elderly adults who…
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January 2, 2026 0

Mahnomen Mayor Uran Signs Letter Sharing Concerns Over Minnesota’s Finances

MAHNOMEN, MN—Last week, almost 100 Minnesota mayors signed a letter to State lawmakers and Governor Tim Walz expressing “deep concern and growing frustration about the fiscal direction of the state and its increasing impact on our cities.”  Mahnomen Mayor Curt Uran was one of the mayors who signed the letter. Uran emphasizes his desire to…
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December 31, 2025 0

Picking Up Christmas Trees In Ada

ADA, MN—Now that you’re starting to take down the Christmas decorations, you might be wondering what to do with the Christmas tree.  Ada Public Works Director Brian Rasmussen tells us the City’s plans for disposing of Christmas trees. Rasmussen says you first have to call Ada City Hall at 218-784-5520 to arrange to have your…
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December 31, 2025 0

New Year’s Eve Driving

Many people will be going out for New Year’s Eve tonight and law enforcement will be checking that no one is driving under the influence.  Sgt. Jesse Grabow of the Minnesota State Patrol talks about the Patrol’s enforcement effort. Make sure your New Year’s Eve plans include a designated driver or another way to get…
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December 31, 2025 0

Hillsboro Felony Charge Update

HILLSBORO, ND—Here’s an update to a story R&J News told you yesterday.  New details have been released about a Hillsboro man facing felony charges.  48-year-old Robert E. Taylor has been charged with one count of attempted murder and one count of aggravated assault.  According to court documents, Traill County Deputies responded to a 911 call…
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December 30, 2025 0

Williams, Fitzgerald Among Pro Football Hall Of Fame Finalists

Two former NFL stars with Minnesota connections are among 15 modern era finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.  Former Vikings defensive lineman Kevin Williams and Twin Cities native Larry Fitzgerald, Jr. will be on the Hall of Fame ballot for the first time. Williams was the Vikings’ first round draft pick in 2003. …
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December 30, 2025 0

Fosston 2025 Police Calls & Cases

FOSSTON, MN—Fosston Police have been keeping track of the number of times they were called to service in 2025.  Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve says his officers received 1493 calls during the year. Chief Juve also says he’s looking for one more officer to fill out his staff.  If you’re interested, contact the Fosston Police…
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December 30, 2025 0

Dekko Center Update

ADA, MN—The pool at the Dekko Center in Ada will be open this week.  Dekko Center director Brianna Eggen has the details. Meanwhile, renovations at the Dekko Center are continuing this week.  Eggen says LED lights were installed on Monday with more work later in the week.  She also has an update on the Dekko…
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December 30, 2025 0