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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says zebra mussels have been confirmed in Lee Lake, near the city of Hawley. A property owner on the lake called the DNR after noticing zebra mussels along the shoreline and attached to a rock. Zebra mussels were also found on a dock at the Lee Lake public water…
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FOSSTON, MN—Here’s an update to a story R&J News has been following. Law enforcement says the improper use of a holiday light cord was the probable cause of a house fire in Fosston earlier this month. The fire was on April 5 in the 700 block of East 1st Street. Fosston Fire Chief Jim Juve…
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Minnesota’s lakes and rivers might seem inviting for a trip on a boat or kayak. But Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halvorson says the water is still cold–and cold water can be dangerous if you fall in the water. Halvorson says after 30 minutes in cold water, you can lose consciousness. If you find yourself in…
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FOSSTON, MN—Four students from Fosston High School will participate in this week’s State Class A Speech competition in Shakopee. Sophomores Allison Carlin and Maria Green work as a team for their event. Eighth grader Easton Gilbertson had a creative way of describing his event. And freshman Addison Wendt talks about her event. The Class A…
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A resort near Waubun sustained damage during Tuesday’s wind storms. Brian Schneck, owner of the Cedar Crest Resort on White Earth Lake describes what happened. Schneck says upon inspecting the damage Wednesday he found a silver lining. Cedar Crest Resort is currently closed and will not open until the Minnesota fishing season opener May 10th…
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Minnesota’s four Republican members of the US House have asked the House Judiciary Committee to investigate the Hennepin County District Attorney’s office. Representatives Michelle Fischbach, Tom Emmer, Pete Stauber and Brad Finstad have asked specifically about the investigation into Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan. As you may know, Londregan is charged with second degree unintentional…
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HALSTAD, MN—There’s going to be a fundraiser for the Landmark Center in Halstad Saturday night. Halstad Mayor Darin Johnson talks about the second annual Adult Prom. There will be door prizes, games and fun. Saturday’s social hour starts at 5, with dinner at 6 and the dance beginning at 8. Tickets are $40 per person…
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Here’s an update to a story R&J News has been following. A man from Lake Park has been arrested for DWI in connection to a fatal car crash Saturday night near Ulen. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded to an accident in the 18000 block of 250th Street, northwest of Ulen, around 11:40…
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MAHNOMEN, MN—There was an award presentation at Monday night’s Mahnomen City Council meeting. The City was awarded the Wastewater Treatment Facility Operational Award from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (pictured). Mahnomen City Administrator Taylor Guenther talks about the recognition. Also at Monday’s meeting, it was announced that the City of Mahnomen has received $1.126 million…
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The Ada-Borup-West High School choirs will hold their annual spring concert Tuesday night at 6:30. Choir Director Tanya Kemper says this year’s spring concert is a little earlier than usual. Kemper says Ada-Borup-West will also host a musical competition this Wednesday. Wednesday’s competition is open to the public. Kemper reminds you that school will still…
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