Author: Prestin Douville

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Governor Walz announced Supplemental Budget Plan 

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced a supplemental budget plan Tuesday. Governor Walz said his supplemental is responsible, and tackles a number of affordability issues affecting Minnesotans statewide.  Walz also shared more details on the budget which includes a cut to the tax rate.  The Minnesota Legislature has until Monday, May 18 to pass legislation as…
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March 18, 2026 0

E-Cigarettes a poison risk

Its National Poison Prevention Week, and SAFE Kids Grand Forks is warning parents and adults alike about the poison risk that comes from the use of E-Cigarettes, also known as vapes. Carma Hansen of Safe Kids Grand Forks explains.  If you believe you or your child have been exposed to a toxic chemical Hansen explains…
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March 18, 2026 0

Fosston man talks depression and the emotions of battling it 

Approximately 3 out of 10 Americans will report a depression diagnosis in their lifetime and a Fosston man is sharing his experiences to spread awareness. While everyone’s experience with  depression is different, Ben Miller says his battle with depression was like a rollercoaster.  When people hear the term depression they usually think sadness, but Miller…
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March 18, 2026 0

Twin Valley American Legion in need of new members 

Local Legion Chapters across the country are seeing their membership base grow older, and this issue has really started to affect the Twin Valley American Legion. Legion Commander Preston Halvorson says they are in major need of new younger members to carry on their services.  Halvorson says they also welcome veterans from the Mahnomen Area,…
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March 18, 2026 0

Norman County Historical Society Update 

Do you have a vintage Norman County based newspaper taking up space at home? If you answered yes, you may be able to help out the Norman County Historical Society. Solvieg Kitchell of the Norman County Historical Society explains.  Kitchell says the historical society is also looking for township records, and volunteers.  Speaking of the…
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March 18, 2026 0

Ada City Council approves Public Works Building plan

The Ada City Council came to an agreement on how to move forward with their public works building project, during a special session on Tuesday night. Ada Mayor John Hintz says the council agreed to move forward with a public works building project that includes the addition of Ada City Hall and the Ada Police…
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March 17, 2026 0

Rydell Wildlife Refuge hosting Photography Presentation  

Rydell Wildlife Refuge will be holding a free photography event on Saturday, March 21st and Photographers of all experiences are invited to attend. Rydell Wildlife Refuge Manager Gregg Knutsen tells us more.  If this sounds like something you’d like to attend, Knutsen says all you have to do is show up the day of the…
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March 17, 2026 0

Senator Tina Smith talks Farm Bill 

The Farm Bill will be expiring later this year, and producers across the country are left wondering if Washington will be able to pass a new bill by the end of the year. US Senator Tina Smith gives us an update on Farm Bill discussions in the Senate, and the need to get a bill…
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March 17, 2026 0

Fosston Resident shares story on battle with depression

Approximately 18% of Americans will deal with depression at some point in their life, and a mother and son from Fosston are sharing their story, with the hope of helping them get the help they need. Ben & Wonell Miller tell us more about their story, and why they started to speak about it.  Ben…
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March 17, 2026 0

American Legion National Commander visiting Twin Valley next month 

The Twin Valley American Legion will be welcoming a very special guest to town next month. Twin Valley Legion Commander Preston Halvorson tells us who is coming to Twin Valley and why.  Halverson says this is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity for the Twin Valley Legion.  Again, area Legion members who would like…
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