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Fosston, MN — Following up on a previous story about a GeekSquad scam that duped a resident from Polk County out of $30,000, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office is also asking community members to be weary of a number of different Facebook scams that have been reported recently. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman says they…
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An estimated 11% of Americans have poor credit, according to FICO, the largest and best-known company that provides credit scores. March is National Credit Education Month, a month dedicated to teaching people about credit and how it can affect them. It is a great time to learn some of the ramifications of having a low…
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Ada, MN — Frandsen Bank and Trust in Ada welcomed its new branch President this past week. Kyle Larson, who joins us this week on the Business Matters Program, hails from Mahnomen and brings with him years of banking experience to Ada community. Larson adds his experience in multiple banking positions will come in handy…
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Fosston, MN — While there is still snow on the ground, the USDA Farm Service Agency is encouraging farmers and ranchers to make plans, get your financial documents in order, and apply for farm operating credit if needed. Julie Kolodji with FSA says Annual Operating Loans, which can be used for normal farm operating expenses.…
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Detroit Lakes, MN — The Minnesota DNR recently announced new regulations for gar, which is part of a broader effort to provide more value to species that have long been considered rough fish. Spearers, anglers and bowfishers are allowed to keep up to 10 gar – the toothy, prehistoric fish native to Minnesota waters –…
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Hawley, MN — Calling all Hawley-area artists! Hawley has been selected by the Lake Region Arts Council and West Central Initiative to receive an Artists on Main Street Grant. Throughout 2023, local artists, creatives, culture-bearers and makers from the Hawley area will be supported to implement small art projects and experiences that enhance Hawley’s downtown–creating…
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Ada, MN — The City of Ada is willing to help support your class trip or church group, if you’re willing to put in a little bit of work. With approval from the city council, the City of Ada can donate up to $500 for community projects and fundraisers for community needs from their gambling…
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Naytahwaush, MN — The Naytahwaush Nightriders Snowmobile Club invites everyone to hit the trails and come support their 53rd annual Snodeo this weekend on North Twin Lake. Enjoy the professional cross country racing from the Cor Powersports Series and KC Pro West Youth Snowmobile racing both Saturday and Sunday at 9am, the Dawn Kirsh Memorial…
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Waubun, MN — The Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School Board has chosen to hire within for their next school Superintendent. The board interviewed their top three Superintendent candidates last week and have agreed to offer the position to current Assistant Principal and Activities Director Jordan Spaeth. He has verbally accepted the position. Interim Superintendent Todd Cameron, who…
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Fosston, MN — The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is warning community members about scammers once again after a resident was duped out of nearly $30,000 recently. Polk County Sheriff Investigator Justin Swan joined the KKCQ Food for Thought Program recently to discuss the incident. In this particular case, Investigator Swan says they tricked the victim…
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