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Hegne Hustlers 4H Club celebrating 90 years 

The Hegne Husters 4H will be celebrating their 90 year anniversary during the Norman County Fair next week. Mary Ann Bell has been involved with the Hegne Hustlers for over 40 years, and she is always one to promote the many opportunities that 4H offers to area youth. Bell tells us more about these opportunities,…
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June 11, 2025 0

Ada Feed & Seed under new ownership, rebrands to Ada Ag 

Ada Ag the business formerly known as Ada Feed & Seed is under new ownership, and changes are on the way. After traveling the world through his old job, Ada Ag’s new owner Mark Jirik says he is excited for this new opportunity, and to be back in the area.  Jirik also talked about his…
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June 11, 2025 0

Bisek reflects on time spent as Mahnomen Superintendent 

The Mahnomen School Board heard an update on the ongoing construction work that’s being done at the school throughout the summer. Mahnomen Superintendent Jeff Bisek gives us an update on the project.  The Minnesota Legislature came to an end on Monday night, and Bisek fills us in on what legislation from the session will have…
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June 11, 2025 0

Norman County Highway Department holds open house for new facility 

The Norman County Highway Department held an open house for their new Highway Department building on Tuesday afternoon Norman County Engineer Keith Bendt says this event was a long time coming, and he tells us more about the new building, and the need it filled for Norman County.  Norman County Commission Chair Steve Jacobson talks…
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June 11, 2025 0

Ada Borup West approves 2026 budget

The Minnesota State Education Bill was a major talking point at the Ada Borup West School Board meeting on Tuesday morning, as school districts across the state are gearing up for future cuts, and funding shortfalls after no budget increases to education this year. Ada Borup West Superintendent Aaron Cook says this was not a…
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June 10, 2025 0

Bus Tour to Caledonia 

Registration is now open for the Traill County 150th Year Anniversary Celebration “Bus Tour to Caledonia” event on Friday, June 20. Event representative John Wright says the tour will offer an excellent opportunity to learn more about Traill County’s storied history.  Wright tells us more about what they have planned for the day, as well…
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June 10, 2025 0

Senate Leader Johnson discusses Special Sessions 

The Minnesota Legislature met on Monday in a special session to put an end to the 2025 Legislative Session. During a press conference on Monday Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson addressed the session, and made it clear that the Senate GOP Caucus did not agree with the state’s budget bill.  Leader Johnson highlighted some examples…
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June 10, 2025 0

Polk County Commission Update 

The Polk County Commission recently made some changes to future road projects that will save the county a lot of money. Polk County Commissioner Joan Lee tells us more about the changes, and the money it will save taxpayers.  Lee says the commission also made some shakeups in the county finance department, including the hiring…
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June 10, 2025 0

Norman County 4H gearing up for the Norman County Fair 

The Norman County Fair is just over a week away, and one group that’s been getting ready for it is Norman County 4H. Norman County 4H Extension Educator Linda Houglum says her 4Hers have been hard at work, getting ready for one of the most exciting times of the year.  Houglum also gives a preview…
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June 10, 2025 0

Wild Rice Conservation Club Fishing Derby is Saturday 

The Wild Rice Conservation Club will be holding their Annual Fishing Derby on the Wild Rice River this Saturday. Nicole Nagowski of the Wild Rice Conservation Club tells us what you’ll need to know if you’re looking to participate.  The fishing derby is also a great way to promote the Wild Rice Conservation Club, and…
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June 10, 2025 0