Author: Kevin Kochmann

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Norman County East School Board Discusses Staffing Needs Heading Into School Year

Twin Valley, MN — The Norman County East School Board held their regular monthly meeting on Monday night, August 15th. Like all area districts, the board had some discussions about staffing as they look to fill a few positions ahead of the new school year. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell says they are eagerly…
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August 16, 2022 0

Norman County 4-H Prepares for Minnesota State Fair

Ada, MN — The Minnesota State Fair is about a week and a half away from opening the gates and Norman County Extension 4-H Coordinator Linda Houglum is encouraging those taking part to make sure to check out the local exhibitors and support those who are participating. Houglum says they’ll actually be bringing down the…
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August 15, 2022 0

Hillsboro School Board News & Notes from August 11th Meeting

Hillsboro, ND — The Hillsboro School Board held their regular monthly meeting on Thursday morning, August 11th.  Staffing was a big part of this week’s meeting as the board approved a number of new hires, according to Hillsboro Superintendent Paula Suda. The school board also approved increasing pay for mini bus drivers from $10 per…
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August 15, 2022 0

Mahnomen County Administrator Explains Closure of Motor Vehicle Services & Future of Department

Mahnomen, MN — At the end of July, Mahnomen County announced that it was shutting down their motor vehicle services offices due to staffing. The department is staffed by only one individual and that individual has resigned. However, Mahnomen County Administrator CJ Holl says the closure is only temporary as the county is committed to…
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August 15, 2022 0

Top Hat Theatre 2022-2023 Season Preview

Ulen, MN — The Top Hat Theatre in Ulen is back for its 17th season with another solid lineup of musical acts ranging from tribute acts to comedy to up and coming singer-songwriters. Top Hat Director Carrie Jirava joined the KRJB Kaleidoscope Program on Thursday to preview this year’s acts that will be taking the…
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August 12, 2022 0

Fertile-Beltrami School Board News & Notes from August 9th Meeting

Fertile, MN — The Fertile-Beltrami School Board held their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday night, August 9th. There were a number of staffing items addressed at the meeting as they too, like most districts, have been struggling to fill positions this summer. Fertile-Beltrami Superintendent Brian Clarke says they are still working on filling an Ag…
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August 12, 2022 0

Polk County Sheriff’s Office Invites Community to 5th Annual Law Enforcement 10-78 5K Run

East Grand Forks, MN — The Polk County Sheriff’s Office and partner agencies invite the community to participate in their 5th annual Law Enforcement 10-78 5K and Community Day this Saturday, August 13th in East Grand Forks. The event is aimed at celebrating the officers that put their lives on the line every day, and…
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August 11, 2022 0

Fertile City Council Recap

Fertile, MN — The Fertile City Council held their regular monthly meeting on Monday night, August 8th at Fertile City Hall. The council recently got back some estimates on their proposed Community Center remodel project. Fertile City Administrator Lisa Liden says there going to check back with their engineers as some of the costs were…
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August 11, 2022 0

Polk County Sheriff Talks ATV & Golf Cart Use on County & Township Roads

Fosston, MN — The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has received a number of complaints in recent months in regards to ATV, golf cart, and mini truck use on county and township roads. Polk County has an ordinance that allows their use, however not all townships or towns have adopted it. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman…
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August 11, 2022 0

Mahnomen School Board News & Notes from August 8th Meeting

Mahnomen, MN — The Mahnomen School Board held their regular monthly meeting on Monday night, August 8th. With less than a month until the new school year starts, Mahnomen Superintendent Jeff Bisek reported that they are more than likely going to be short staffed as they struggle to fill the last few positions. The good…
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August 11, 2022 0