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Minnesota US Senator Tina Smith has introduced a bill that she says would keep foreign animal diseases from hurting agriculture producers. Smith was in Willmar Monday to hold a roundtable discussion on the farm bill, as well as bird flu.
Ulen-Hitterdal High School will perform “Disney’s High School Musical” this weekend. Cast member Arianna Aranda talks about her character. Actually, Arianna has the female lead in the musical. She tells us why we should go see Ulen-Hitterdal’s performance of “Disney’s High School Musical.” And the dates you should write down for “Disney’s High School Musical”…
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HALSTAD, MN–Who says prom is just for high schoolers? The Landmark in Halstad is holding an adult prom night this coming Saturday night. Sabrina Anderson, a member of the Landmark Committee, says the adult prom is a fundraiser for the Landmark. Anderson talks more about the event. She tells us what’s on the menu for…
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A Sunday morning fire at the Borup Bar remains under investigation. Ada Fire Chief Steve Petry tells R&J Broadcasting the State Fire Marshal is looking into the fire at the Borup Bar. Sirens were sounded around 8:45 am Sunday as firefighters from Ada, Perley, Hendrum and Halstad were called to help put out the fire. …
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Would you like to work in law enforcement? Sergeant Jesse Grabow of the Minnesota State Patrol says the Patrol is always looking for good candidates. Sergeant Grabow was speaking on KRJB’s Kaleidoscope Program, which airs Monday through Friday at 9am.
An EMS worker from Ada has been honored with a 2023 Star of Life award. Sue Halls is EMS supervisor for Essentia Health-Ada and was recognized by the Minnesota Ambulance Association in St. Paul. Halls tells us what the Star of Life award stands for. And what was her reaction to getting the award? Halls…
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During a recent appearance on KKCQ’s Food For Thought program, State Representative Steve Green of Fosston spoke about the energy bill passed by the Legislature and concerns he has heard from utility companies. Green says even Minnesota’s largest electric company has concerns. In February, Governor Walz signed a bill into law moving Minnesota to 100…
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The Minnesota Department of Health has started a new campaign that’s meant to steer teenagers away from using e-cigarettes. Parker Smith with the Minnesota Department of Health says the campaign is called “Hey Norm.” The 2022 Minnesota Student Survey shows about 14 percent of Minnesota’s 11th grade students and more than two percent of middle…
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On KRJB’s Kaleidoscope program Friday, Minnesota State Senator Mark Johnson talked about how the state’s bonding bill is progressing. Johnson says it shouldn’t be difficult for Republicans and Democrats to reach a compromise. Johnson points out that Democrats also campaigned on tax relief in last November’s election.
Since it’s possible there could be flooding when all of our snow melts, Norman Mahnomen Public Health Nurse Tracy Johnson says there’s something that can keep your home safe. Johnson also recommends checking your basement for cracks in the cement. Another suggestion she has is to make sure the hoses for your sump pump are…
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