Author: Prestin Douville

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Quarter three ends at Ada Borup West 

Quarter 4 has come to an end at the Ada Borup West School District, and students and staff are gearing up for the back stretch of the school year. Elementary Principal Bree Triplett reminds parents that report cards have been sent out, and to be on the look out for them.  In other school news,…
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March 28, 2025 0

Local watersheds using lidar to combat flooding in Red River Valley

Local watersheds, and water management organizations  across the Red River Valley have been using a game changing technology called lidar to help with flood prevention. Grit May of the International Water Institute explains what this Lidar technology is, and how it works.  May also explains how entities like the Red River Watershed Management Board use…
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March 28, 2025 0

House GOP Caucus introduces “Save Our Schools” education plan

Earlier this week Minnesota Governor Tim Walz introduced his revised state budget proposal, and Minnesota House Republicans raised concerns about proposed funding cuts to education statewide. Representative Ron Kresha (R-Little Falls) tells us more about the proposed cuts, and the GOP’s plan for education funding.  Co Chair of the House Education Committee Rep. Peggy Bennett…
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March 28, 2025 0

Emmy Award winning director speaks to local students and residents 

On Thursday, students at Ada Borup West, and residents at Benedictine Living Community got a history lesson from Emmy Award Winning Director Art Phillips, on his Documentary called “The Road to Little Rock”. Phillips tells us more about his film, which tells the story of one of the most important events in American History, and…
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March 28, 2025 0

Area Fire Departments test out new soybean based product to fight fires 

Earlier this week R&J News told you about a recent house fire training exercise that area fire departments participated in, outside of Ada last weekend. One thing you might not have known however, is that during the training the firefighters were testing out a new soybean based product that makes firefighting more safe for our…
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March 28, 2025 0

Norman County Shock & Awe holding Grant Idea Drive 

Norman County Shock & Awe is seeking grant applications for their annual Grant Idea Drive. Shock & Awe member Katelyn Duray tells us more about the Grant Idea Drive.  Norman County East Shock & Awe member Xavier Luhning tells us what kind of projects they are looking for, and he also explains how you can…
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March 28, 2025 0

Bagley Man charged with multiple sex crimes 

A Bagley man is facing multiple felonies for sex crimes he allegedly committed in Clearwater County. 20 year old Paul Martin Ramsrud is facing felony charges of 3rd Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct, Possession of Child Porn, and Solicitation of a Child.  Court documents allege that between February and April 11, 2024, Paul Martin Ramsrud engaged…
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March 27, 2025 0

Ada Police Department Update 

Spring is here, and area townships are encouraging residents to start cleaning up their yards. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager says the City of Ada is no different, and he encourages people to start getting their yards ready, as his department will be starting blight enforcement.  During his “Ask a Chief” segment on the KRJB…
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March 27, 2025 0

Moorhead Legion holding Vietnam Veterans Day event on Friday 

Vietnam Veterans Day is on Saturday, and the Moorhead American Legion will be holding a free event to honor those veterans who served in Vietnam. Moorhead American Legion representative Tim Haugen gives us a preview of the event.  Lastly Haugen said the event is for anyone, and he encourages anyone who’s interested to come to…
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March 27, 2025 0

Hendrum Fire and Rescue holding 27th Annual Steak Supper Fun Night on Saturday 

You’re invited to Hendrum this Saturday for the 27th Annual Hendrum Fire and Rescue Steak Supper Fun Night. Department representative Dustin Reinhart tells us more about the event, and what’s on this year’s menu.  Reinhart says there will also be plenty of games to be played, and prizes to be won.  Lastly Reinhart told us…
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March 27, 2025 0