Author: Kevin Kochmann

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New Clothing Boutique Opens in Downtown Ada

Ada, MN — Another new business recently opened its doors in downtown Ada. Ada Jane Botique held their grand opening this past Saturday on West Main Street offering fashionable clothing for women of all sizes, accessories, and some home décor and seasonable items.  Owner Angie Nelson says she’s been toying with the idea of opening…
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May 5, 2022 0

Farm Bureau Offering Youth Safety Vests to Increase Visibility Around the Farm

Minnesota — Throughout the entire farm season, there is always machinery moving in and out of buildings and trucks going in and out of the yard. With all that commotion, it can be dangerous for small children who are wondering around and not always paying attention. As part of the Minnesota Young Farmers and Ranchers…
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May 5, 2022 0

Mahnomen City Council News & Notes from May 3rd Meeting

Mahnomen, MN — The Mahnomen City Council held their regular monthly meeting on Monday night, May 2nd. At the meeting, the council approved a number of items in relation to the City Hall and Library renovation project. Mahnomen City Administrator Kari Kirschbaum says they approved bids to start work on library renovations, accepted a grant…
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May 5, 2022 0

Well Over 100 Kids Participate in Annual Bike Rodeo & Bike Parade in Ada

Ada, MN — The City of Ada, Dekko Community Center, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health held their annual Bike Rodeo and Bike Parade on a beautiful, sunny yesterday afternoon. 112 elementary kids from the Ada-Borup-West School District participated in activity on National Bike to School Day, along with numerous staff and volunteers. Kim Myers with Norman-Mahnomen…
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May 5, 2022 0

Norman County East Students Take Part in “Be Kind Day”

Twin Valley, MN — More than 125 students from the Norman County East High School were out and about doing good deeds in the community on Wednesday as part of their annual “Be Kind Day.” Students performed a number of chores in the cities of Twin Valley, Flom, and Gary and were treated to a…
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May 5, 2022 0

MPCA Looking for Local Volunteers to Measure Water Quality

Minnesota — As spring arrives in Minnesota, it’s time for the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) to kick off its popular program that relies on Minnesota residents to help monitor Minnesota’s 12,000+ lakes and 92,000+ miles of streams. The MPCA is now recruiting volunteers to measure water clarity in numerous lakes and streams – including…
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May 4, 2022 0

Youth Tractor & Farm Safety Certification

Fertile, MN — The Norman and Polk County Extension office is inviting youth to participate in an upcoming Youth Tractor and Farm Safety Certification Program. The in-person portion will take place on Friday, June 10th and Saturday, June 11th. The youth tractor and farm safety certification program provides youth 14 years and older the opportunity…
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May 4, 2022 0

Ada Mayor Pitches Council Pay Increase During Monthly Meeting

Ada, MN — The Ada City Council held their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday at Council Chambers. At the meeting, Ada Mayor John Hintz give his pitch to the council on a way to increase council pay and committee attendance. Councilors currently get paid $250 a month with the last pay increase dating back to…
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May 4, 2022 0

Lake Park-Audubon to Pilot New Raider Academy Next Fall

Lake Park, MN — The Lake Park-Audubon School District is looking to pilot a new program to provide more opportunities for their excelling students to excel even further. Dr. Tim Godfrey, Lake Park-Audubon Superintendent, says this fall they are planning to launch their new personalized learning initiative called Raider Academy. Dr. Godfrey also shared that…
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May 3, 2022 0

Mahnomen County Assessor Explains Property Valuation Process

Mahnomen, MN — Property owners may have gotten letters in the mail this past month with updates to their property value and many communities are currently in the process of hosting their Tax Equalization Hearings. It’s not uncommon for values to jump higher or even drop lower dramatically from year to year. To provide more…
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May 3, 2022 0