Author: Kevin Kochmann

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Area Law Enforcement Officers React to Death of Norman County Sheriff Jeremy Thornton

Mahnomen, MN — Following the death of Norman County Sheriff Jeremy Thornton, who passed away last week at the age of 53 after a short and intensive battle with pancreatic cancer, area law enforcement agencies are reaching out to show their support for their fellow officer. Mahnomen County Sheriff Josh Guenther says he can relate…
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January 9, 2023 0

Ag Innovation Campus Announces Partnership with Farmers Union Enterprises

CROOKSTON – The Ag Innovation Campus (AIC) is excited to announce a major sponsorship to ring in the new year. Farmers Union Enterprises, which comprises Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana and Wisconsin’s Farmers Union organizations, is lending substantial financial support to the future crush and research facility in south Crookston.   “We are deeply appreciative of Farmers…
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January 6, 2023 0

Mahnomen City Council News & Notes from January 3rd Meeting

Mahnomen, MN — The Mahnomen City Council held their first regular monthly meeting of the 2023 year on Tuesday night at the Mahnomen Fire Hall. With it being the first meeting of the year, Mahnomen City Administrator Taylor Vonderhall says they took care of the usual committee appointments and beginning of the year business. The…
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January 6, 2023 0

Todd Cameron Hired as Interim Superintendent at Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School District

Waubun, MN — The Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School District has hired an interim Superintendent to fill the role left behind by previous Superintendent Lisa Weber, who resigned on January 1st due to health reasons. Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Principal Tim Spaeth says the school board during a special session this week agreed to hire retired administrator Todd Cameron…
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January 6, 2023 0

45th Annual Norman County Ag Day Set for January 11th

Ada, MN — The University of Minnesota Extension is excited to host the 45th Annual Norman County Ag Day on Wednesday, January 11th at the Ada Events Center in Ada.  The 2023 Small Grains Update Meeting is also held in conjunction with the Norman County Ag Day. This year features a great lineup of speakers…
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January 5, 2023 0

Hillsboro City Commission Approves 2023 Budget

Hillsboro, ND — The Hillsboro City Commission held their first regular monthly meeting of the 2023 year on Tuesday night, January 3rd at the Main Street Community Center. At the meeting, the commission finally approved their 2023 budget, which they have been discussing for the last few months. Hillsboro City Commission President Levi Reese says…
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January 5, 2023 0

Norman County Sheriff Jeremy Thornton Placed on Hospice

Clay County Sheriff Mark Empting has sent out the following release at the request of Sheriff Thornton and the Norman County Sheriff’s Office, On December 8th, 2022, Sheriff Jeremy Thornton of the Norman County Sheriff’s Office was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer and has been doctoring since.  Sheriff Thornton is being placed on Hospice Care today…
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January 4, 2023 0

Dekko Weight Loss Challenge Gets Underway Next Week

Ada, MN — It’s a New Year and that could mean a new you! The Dekko Community Center is Ada is kicking off their annual Dekko Weight Loss Challenge on Thursday, January 12th and hopes to help transform your lifestyle over the following 8 weeks. Dekko Director Brianna Eggen says the purpose of this challenge…
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January 4, 2023 0