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Naytahwaush Nightriders Team up with Brady Oberg Legacy Foundation 

Last week, the Naytahwaush Nightriders Snowmobile Club teamed up with the Brady Oberg Legacy Foundation for their annual veterans snowmobile ride. Steve Paul of Naytahwaush Nightriders gives us a recap of the ride, and the experiences they were able to give to area veterans.  Paul says the ride was a humbling experience for him, and…
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February 25, 2026 0

Ada Borup West E-Sports sending students to state competition 

The Ada Borup West E-Sports team has qualified for the Minnesota State E-Sports Tournament  at St. Cloud State University in mid March. Ada Borup West E-Sports Advisor Mark Farwell is excited to announce that they will be sending nine students to this year’s state competition.  Farwell gives us a preview of what the state tournament…
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February 25, 2026 0

Mahnomen School Board exploring new cell phone policy 

The Mahnomen School Board had discussions about potentially adopting a new cell phone policy at their meeting on Monday night. Mahnomen Superintendent Andrea Simon tells us more about the policy they’re considering, which would be similar to the cell phone policy at the Waubun School District.  Simon says the school board also approved a number…
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February 25, 2026 0

Northwest Minnesota Suicide Prevention assisting communities with suicide prevention services

Suicide is something that can affect every community, and for communities in Northwest Minnesota, the Northwest Minnesota Suicide Prevention Unit is there to help each community with their individual needs. Brenna Olson is the Northwest Minnesota Suicide Prevention Coordinator, and she tells us more about the unit, and the work they do with communities across…
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February 24, 2026 0

Ada Borup West celebrating National FFA Week 

It’s National FFA Week, and the Ada Borup West FFA Chapter is celebrating accordingly, by promoting FFA and its members, with the hopes of getting more students involved in organization. Hannah Brandt is a member of the Ada Borup West FFA Chapter, and she shares the kinds of opportunities that FFA offers to area students. …
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February 24, 2026 0

Norman County East Riverwatch Participating in Annual Forum Competition on Wednesday

Coming up on Wednesday, the Norman County East Riverwatch Chapter will be participating in their annual Forum Competition. Katelyn Duray of Norman County East Riverwatch tells us more.  Riverwatch member Mina Kjono says this competition is the conclusion of over two months of hard work.  Ramsey Ellingworth explains what Riverwatch is, and their mission as…
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February 24, 2026 0

Waubun School Board approves purchase of communication tools 

The Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School Board approved the purchase of internal communication tools at their meeting last week. Waubun Superintendent Jordan Spaeth tells us more about this newest investment.  Spaeth says the board also approved a pair of overnight trips for student groups.  Other items from the meeting included administrative reports, and the approval of spring…
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February 24, 2026 0

Rydell Wildlife Refuge hosting annual Candlelight Ski & Owl Prowl 

Coming up this weekend, the Rydell Wildlife Refuge will be hosting their annual Candlelight Ski & Owl Prowl, and all are invited to take part. Refuge Manager Gregg Knutsen gives us a preview of this year’s event.  Knutsen says they will have a limited number of skis and snowshoes available for rent.  Knutsen says there…
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February 24, 2026 0

New face at the Fosston Police Department 

There’s a new face at the Fosston Police Department. Late last year Officer Ryan Skipper joined the Fosston Police Department, and he’s starting to get situated in his new position. R&J News had the opportunity to catch up with Officer Skipper, who tells us more about himself, and his law enforcement career.   Skipper explains what…
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February 24, 2026 0

Old Time Ice Harvest at Itasca State Park 

All are invited out to Itasca State Park this weekend, as they will be holding their annual Old Time Ice Harvest demonstration event. Itasca State Park Lead Naturalist Connie Cox previews this week’s event.  For more information on Itasca State Park events and services, go to the park’s webpage on the Minnesota DNR website at…
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February 23, 2026 0