Author: Kevin Kochmann

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Smiley’s Rescue Hosting Blanket Tying Party at Winger Community Center

Winger, MN — Help provide a comfy place for a rescue kitten and check out some of the friendly cats up for adoption during a Blanket Tying Party at the Winger Community Center this Sunday, February 12th. The event, which is hosted by Smiley’s Pet Rescue of Fertile, will run from noon until 3pm and…
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February 10, 2023 0

Give a Veteran a Lift Fundraiser this Saturday in Bagley

Bagley, MN — Help support the needs of Clearwater County Veterans during the annual “Give A Veteran A Lift” Fundraiser this Saturday, February 11th at the Bagley High School Auditorium. The fundraiser, which has taken place for nearly two decades, features live music from a number of area bands, including the Snowmen, the Abello Family…
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February 9, 2023 0

UMN Extension Offering Nitrogen Smart Program & PPAT Certification on February 16th in Ada

Ada, MN — Nitrogen management continues to receive a lot of attention from farmers and the ag industry as a whole. Between the high prices experienced over the past few years and environmental issues, there is a lot to consider when making N fertilizer decisions. Building on the popular Nitrogen Smart program, University of Minnesota…
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February 8, 2023 0

Support Farm Families in Crisis by Supporting Farm Rescue During Giving Hearts Day

Horace, ND — More than 15 years and nearly 1000 rescues later, Farm Rescue is continuing to expand its mission to help out farmers in the Midwest experiencing injury, illness, or natural disaster. Founded in 2005 by North Dakota native Bill Gross, Farm Rescue has expanded from one state and just a few rescues in…
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February 8, 2023 0

City of Mahnomen Looking to Add Canoe Statues to Community

Mahnomen, MN — Taking a page from cities such as Detroit Lakes with their sailboats, Fargo with their Bison, and Pelican Rapids with their Pelicans, the City of Mahnomen is looking to work with a local artist to potentially add a series of statues that would be spread throughout the community. In this case, the…
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February 8, 2023 0

Watch Out for Tax Scams

Fosston, MN — With the new tax season underway the IRS reminds taxpayers to be aware that criminals continue to make aggressive calls posing as IRS agents in hopes of stealing taxpayer money or personal information. Mike Norland with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office says never give out personal information over the phone. Here are…
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February 7, 2023 0

REACH Looking for Support of Monetary Donations and Volunteers During Giving Hearts Day

Hawley, MN — Help support those in Norman and Rural Clay County this Giving Hearts Day by donating to the Rural Enrichment and Counseling Headquarters. Giving Hearts Day is held annually on the 2nd Thursday in February in North Dakota and Minnesota and offers a chance to give online any of 550 different participating charities…
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February 7, 2023 0

National School Counselor Week

Ulen, MN — This week is National School Counselor Week, a week dedicated to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems. National School Counseling Week, sponsored by ASCA, highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. Kim…
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February 6, 2023 0

NMPH: February is American Heart Month

Ada, MN — February is American Heart Month, a month dedicated to promoting awareness of your cardiovascular health. Tracy Johnson of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health, joined the Access Health Program this weekend to discuss ways we can improve our heart health and recognize the signs and symptoms of heart disease. According to the CDC, heart disease…
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February 6, 2023 0

District 1 Legislators Sounds Off On Abortion Legislature

St. Paul, MN — Democrats in the Minnesota legislature fast-tracked an abortion bill last week that Republicans are saying is the most extreme abortion bill in the nation. The Protect Reproductive Options Act, or PRO Act, guarantees the right reproductive health care, including abortion, birth control, family planning, and sterilization. It passed along party lines…
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February 6, 2023 0