Author: Kevin Kochmann

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All-Terrain Track Chairs Now Available at a Handful of Minnesota State Parks

Minnesota — Beginning June 2, visitors with mobility disabilities can use an all-terrain track chair or an adaptive beach chair at six state parks throughout the state. The all-terrain track chairs enable visitors with mobility disabilities to explore non-accessible trails and other areas within state parks. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Assistant Commissioner Shannon Lotthammer…
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June 2, 2022 0

Norman, Mahnomen, & Polk County Election Preview

There will be a number of contested races for county positions in Norman County this fall. Tuesday was the final day to file for election for county, state, and federal offices and four of the five county races will see an incumbent being challenged for their seat. Norman County Sheriff Jeremey Thornton will again be…
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June 2, 2022 0

66th Annual Erskine Water Carnival Kicks off Thursday

Erskine, MN — Get ready for a big splash of fun! The 66th Annual Erskine Water Carnival gets underway today and features four days of summer fun. From carnival rides and live music to turtle races and fireworks, the Erskine Water Carnival is back to kick off the summer. Tommy Helgeson of the Erskine Commercial…
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June 2, 2022 0

Hawley Breakfast on the Farm Moves Off the Farm to New Location at RDO

Hawley, MN — You can’t start the day without breakfast, and you can’t start the annual Hawley Rodeofest without Breakfast on the Farm! Celebrating 150 years of agriculture in Clay County, the 21st annual Hawley Lions Breakfast on the Farm will take place this Saturday, June 4th from 7am until Noon. However, the breakfast is…
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June 2, 2022 0

Community Co-Ops Begins Construction on New Pump 24 C-Store

Mahnomen, MN — Roughly half a year after the original c-store was destroyed by a fire, Community Co Op Pump 24 in Mahnomen has officially kicked off construction of a new store. The first step in the rebuild, according to Community Co Ops General Manager David Bloomseth, is replacing the tanks and adding some new…
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June 1, 2022 0

Agassiz Environmental Learning Center Hosting Summerfest

Fertile, MN — The Agassiz Environmental Learning Center is celebrating the start of summer as well as their 30th anniversary with Summerfest this weekend at the Nature Center west of Fertile. Summerfest will feature fun activities, opportunities to explore and learn, food, and show appreciation for their many volunteers. The volunteer recognition dinner kicks off…
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June 1, 2022 0

Traill District Health Hosting Babysitting Class

Hillsboro, ND — If you have teen or preteen that it is getting into babysitting, will be watching younger brothers or sisters, or will be staying home alone for the first time this summer, Traill District Health Unit will be hosting a babysitting class from 9am to 3pm this Thursday, June 2nd at the Traill…
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June 1, 2022 0

2nd Annual Cody Holte Memorial Softball Tournament Set for this Saturday

Ada, MN — Friends and Family of Fallen Officer Cody Holte will be gathering this weekend to play softball, tell stories, and remember the local hero who lost his life in 2020 while doing his duty to protect and serve. The 2nd Annual Memorial Softball Tournament will take place this Saturday, June 4th at the…
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June 1, 2022 0

Representative Marquart Recaps End to MN Legislative Session

St. Paul, MN — District 4B Representative Paul Marquart joined the KRJB Kaleidoscope Program for the final time to recap this year’s Minnesota Legislative session. The session ended without some of the most important issues addressed, including a tax bill or many of the spending bills. Representative Marquart notes that they were able to pass…
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May 31, 2022 0

Plummer House in Hillsboro to Host John Pederson Art Exhibit this Thursday

Hillsboro, ND — The Traill County Historical Society welcomes the community to join them at the Plummer House this Thursday, June 2nd for an art exhibit featuring Hillsboro’s own very talented John Pederson. John Wright, President of the Trail County Historical Society, says this is a unique opportunity to meet the artist and check out…
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May 31, 2022 0