Author: Kevin Kochmann

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Traill County 4-H Achievement Day Now Held in Conjunction with Hillsboro Days

Hillsboro, ND — The Traill County 4-H Achievement Day is back, but at a new time and with new activities! The Achievement Day has been moved up from July to this Friday, June 17th to be held in conjunction the annual Hillsboro Days. Jill Murphy, NDSU Traill County Extension Agent, says they moved it to…
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June 13, 2022 0

Halstad Lutheran Church Hosting Fundraiser for Roof Project

Halstad, MN — The Halstad Lutheran Church is looking to Raise the Roof this Thursday, June 16th with a fundraising event at the Halstad LRC.  A new roof with metal shingles was installed on the Halstad Lutheran Church this past week that should last at least the next 50 years, but at a cost of…
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June 13, 2022 0

8th Annual Fertile Car Show is Saturday

Fertile, MN — Wash up and gas up that classic car, muscle car, street rod, fancy truck, or late model machine for the 8th annual Fertile Car Show this Saturday, June 11th. Along with the car show, there will be a pancake breakfast from 8am until noon at the Fertile Fire Hall, craft and vendor…
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June 10, 2022 0

Mahnomen County Social Services Director Talks Impact of the Great Resignation

Mahnomen, MN — The great resignation continues to impact employers trying to fill jobs and find ways to be competitive in a tight labor market. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 47 million Americans quit their jobs to either retire or take a more lucrative job offer in 2021. During a visit…
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June 10, 2022 0

Marquart Recaps Career in the Legislature

Dilworth, MN — As the likelihood for a special session dwindles, it becomes more likely that District 4B Representative Paul Marquart may have spent his last days in the House Chamber. Representative Marquart announced in the beginning of the year that he would retire from the legislature after 22 years of service in the House.…
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June 10, 2022 0

Hillsboro School Board News & Notes from June 9th Meeting

Hillsboro, ND — The Hillsboro School Board held their regular monthly meeting on Thursday morning, June 9th where they approved the hiring of Kraus-Anderson as their Construction Manager at Risk. Working in conjunction with Icon Architects on the district facility assessments, Hillsboro Superintendent Paula Suda says Kraus Anderson will provide more detailed costs of renovating…
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June 10, 2022 0

Norman County Raceway Results from June 9th, 2022

IMCA STOCK CAR An opening lap three wide battle lead would results in the leader, Rick Schulz, spinning off of turn 1. Following the restart, Trent Grager would eventually capture the top spot from Aaron Olson. As the race went on, Grager would be challenged by Travis Robertson for the prestigious bowling pin trophy. Despite…
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June 10, 2022 0

Hawley Rodeo Returns this Weekend for Hawley Rodeofest

Hawley, MN — The Barnes PRCA Rodeo comes to Hawley, MN this weekend for two days of barrel riding, bucking bronco, and bulls for the 62nd annual Hawley Rodeo. The Hawley Rodeo has long been a favorite for the Barnes PRCA rodeo group with its picturesque hillside arena and small-town hospitality. Events begin at 7pm…
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June 9, 2022 0

Freedom Christian Academy Hosting Breakfast on the Farm Fundraiser

McIntosh, MN — Enjoy breakfast on the farm this weekend and help support a new faith-based private school in Erskine. The Freedom Christian Academy, which is planning to open this fall, is hosting a Breakfast on the Farm fundraiser this Saturday, June 11th from 7am until 11am at the Hill Top Ranch north of McIntosh.…
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June 9, 2022 0

Mahnomen City Council News & Notes from June 6th Meeting

Mahnomen, MN — The Mahnomen City Council held their first regular monthly meeting on Monday night, June 6th at the Mahnomen Fire Hall. At the meeting the council approved moving forward with the sale of two lots to Mid Minnesota Community Development Corporation. Pending MMCDC can acquire funding on their end, Mahnomen City Administrator Kari…
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June 9, 2022 0