Author: Joe Lancello

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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

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

Recycling Holiday Lights

CLAY COUNTY, MN—As you’re taking down your Christmas lights, you might be thinking about replacing those lights.  Clay County Solid Waste is accepting old holiday lights through January 3 in Barnesville, Dilworth, Glyndon, Hawley, Hitterdal and Ulen.  Mara DeRung, the recycling outreach educator at Clay County Solid Waste says there are also drop-off sites for…
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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

MN Roads After Sunday’s Blizzard

Traveling on Minnesota roads was treacherous during Sunday’s blizzard.  Sgt. Jesse Grabow of the Minnesota State Patrol says he and his fellow state troopers were quite busy Sunday night into early Monday morning. Grabow was asked if there were any fatalities or serious injuries from those road mishaps. Grabow also reminds drivers to carry an…
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December 30, 2025 0

Hillsboro Man Facing Felony Charges

HILLSBORO, ND—A Hillsboro man is looking at felony charges, including criminal intent to commit murder and aggravated assault on an adult.  According to court documents, Robert Ernest Taylor was charged last Friday in Traill County.  The alleged incident took place in the area of 2nd Avenue SW in Hillsboro.  Taylor is due in court on…
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December 29, 2025 0

Polk County Judge Appointed To MN Court Of Appeals

ST. PAUL, MN—A Polk County Judge has been appointed to the Minnesota Court of Appeals.  Judge Anne Rasmusson will succeed the retiring Randall Slieter.  In a statement, Governor Tim Walz said “Judge Rasmusson is a remarkable judge who has dedicated her career to administering fair and equitable justice in Greater Minnesota. Having her perspective on…
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December 29, 2025 0