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Middle-Snake-Tamarac River Watershed holds groundbreaking for Coulee restoration project

The Middle-Snake-Tamarac River Watershed District (MSTRWD) held a groundbreaking on Wednesday afternoon for their Swift Coulee Restoration Project in rural Marshall County. MSTRWD Administrator Mori Maher says the groundbreaking was a success, and had a lot of turnout. Now that ground has officially broken on the project, Maher tells us what the next couple months…
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May 21, 2025 0

Therapist talks about the stigma surrounding mental health

Mental Health can often be a very difficult thing for people to talk about, and for many a stigma surrounding mental health can often be a deterrent that prevents a person from getting the help they need. Stacy Englund of Whistling Pines Counseling in Thief River Falls talks more about this stigma that affects mental…
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May 21, 2025 0

Norman County Historical Society gearing up for summer season 

The Norman County Historical Society will be kicking off their summer this weekend, and they invite you to come and see all they have to offer. Solvieg Kitchell of the Norman County Historical Society tells us what their hours look like moving forward, and what they have for new exhibits this year.  Kitchell is also…
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May 21, 2025 0

Hillsboro Graduation is Sunday 

Wednesday is the final day of school for students at the Hillsboro School District, which means that Graduation is the next big school event. Hillsboro High School Principal Terry Baesler shares the details of Hillsboro Graduation, and what Graduation means to him as an administrator.  Again, Graduation is on Sunday, May 25 at 2:00 PM…
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May 21, 2025 0

People reminded to drive safe this Memorial Day and Graduation weekend

Memorial Day weekend is fast approaching, and while it signals the start of the fun summer months, it also signals the start of one of the most deadly times of year for motorists. Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall encourages all drives to take extra precaution, and drive safe during this busy time.  Sheriff Fall says…
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May 21, 2025 0

Middle-Snake-Tamarac Rivers Watershed holding groundbreaking event today 

Later today, there will be a groundbreaking ceremony for a project being done by the Middle-Snake-Tamarac Rivers Watershed District (MSTRWD) in rural Marshall County. MSTRWD Administrator Mori Maher tells us more about the ceremony, and why it’s happening.  Maher also tells us more about the project called the Swift Coulee Channel Restoration, and what Phase…
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May 21, 2025 0

Norman County East School Board signs pairing agreement with Ulen Hitterdal 

The Norman County East School Board agreed to an extension of their pairing agreement with Ulen Hitterdal at their meeting on Monday night, in front of a crowd of over 20 community members. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell tells us what was discussed at the meeting, and how the board came to its decision. …
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May 20, 2025 0

Last week of school at Ulen Hitterdal

It’s the last week of school at the Ulen Hitterdal School District, but before students leave for the summer, there’s still plenty to do. Ulen Hitterdal Dean of Students Ted Critchley says one activity happening today is the 4th through 6th grade Musical.  Critchely also shares some information pertaining to graduation, which is set to…
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May 20, 2025 0

People reminded to not blow lawn clipping into street 

Rain is expected to be in the forecast over the next couple days, and this means that homeowners will likely be breaking their lawnmowers out for the remainder of the spring and summer months. However, residents are reminded to make sure their grass clippings aren’t blown into the street. Ada Public Works Director Brian Rasmussen…
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May 20, 2025 0

Beware of ticks and mosquitos 

Mosquito season is fast approaching, and people are reminded that there are things they can do to lower the mosquito population on their property. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health explains what you can do to lower the mosquito population in your yard.  Mosquitos aren’t the only pests you have to worry about this…
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May 20, 2025 0