Author: Kevin Kochmann

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Red River Valley Fair Ups the Game for Grandstand Entertainment

West Fargo, ND — The Red River Valley Fair is gearing for 10 straight days of grandstand entertainment when they open the gates this Friday, July 8th at the fairgrounds in West Fargo. This year, they are taking their entertainment a whole other lever with some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Tim McGraw…
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July 6, 2022 0

Lake Park-Audubon School Board News & Notes

Lake Park, MN — More News & Notes from this past week’s Lake Park-Audubon School Board meeting held on Monday, June 27th. At the meeting, Lake Park-Audubon Superintendent Dr. Tim Godfrey reported on some security updates happening at the high school this summer. He notes that the elementary will upgrade their security during their facility…
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July 5, 2022 0

CHS to Begin Elevator Expansion in Erskine

Erskine, MN — CHS will begin construction this summer on a new state-of-the-art grain facility with 1.25 million bushels of additional storage capacity in Erskine, Minn. The facility is slated to be operational in the fall of 2023 and will help CHS expand operational capabilities and increase efficiency across its footprint. The new shuttle elevator…
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July 5, 2022 0

Polk County Fair Adding More Rides, More Food Vendors to the Midway

Fertile, MN — The Polk County Fair, which gets underway this Wednesday, has long been known for having one of the biggest and best midways around when it comes to county fairs. This year it’s getting even bigger and better, according to Polk County Fairboard President Dan Grunhovd. Grunhovd says The Todd Armstrong Carnival is…
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July 5, 2022 0

Legal and Safety Reminders for Fireworks Users

Ada, MN — As much of a staple fireworks are during our 4th of July celebrations, this is your annual reminder that almost all of them are not legal in the state of Minnesota. Essentially anything that explodes or goes in the air, including bottle rockets, firecrackers, roman candles, and other consume grade fireworks is…
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July 1, 2022 0

Wojo’s Rodeo Seeing Growth in the Sport

Erskine, MN — The Wojo’s Rodeo continues their season with two full shows this Friday and Saturday, July 1st and 2nd in Erskine. The Wojos rodeo has placed an emphasis on getting people introduced to the rodeo competition and helping train them to be successful. Keith Wojo says their efforts are starting to pay off…
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July 1, 2022 0

Mahnomen County Sheriff’s Office to Increase Patrol in High Traffic Areas this Weekend

Mahnomen, MN — This Independence Day weekend, the Mahnomen County Sheriff’s Office will be out and about in lakes country keeping an eye out on the highways and trails. Mahnomen County Sheriff Josh Guenther says you can expect to see an increased law enforcement presence in the high traffic areas patrolling to make sure everyone…
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July 1, 2022 0

Impact Coalition Brings Back Sticker Shock Campaign for 4th of July Weekend

Ada, MN — The 4th of July weekend is a busy one for the local liquor stores as folks stock up on beer and liquor on their way to the lakes and backyard celebrations. Some of those cases of beer will once again have an important reminder for adults this weekend: Don’t buy alcohol for…
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July 1, 2022 0

Fosston Hosting Independence Day Parade & Fireworks on Saturday

Fosston, MN — Celebrate the 4th of July on the 2nd of July in the city of Fosston. With the Independence Day holiday falling on a Monday, the city of Fosston moved their annual celebrations, which include a parade and fireworks, up to this Saturday. Fosston City Administrator Cassie Heide says the parade, which features…
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July 1, 2022 0

After Long Career, Robin Stene Retires from Valley United Co-op

Halstad, MN — After 45 years in the grain and agronomy business, and 40 of those at the Halstad Elevator Company and Valley United Co-Op, Robin Stene is calling it a career. Today is his last day as Chief Operating Officer at the co-op in Halstad before he retires. Stene, a regular guest on the…
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June 30, 2022 0