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Fosston Police Department warning residents about scams 

The Fosston Police Department is warning area residents about a scam that is targeting area residents. Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve says they’ve gotten a lot of calls about a scam posing as a family member of the target.  Juve shares some more common scams that people should always be vigilant of.  If you believe…
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April 29, 2026 0

Waubun Athletic Facility Project Update 

The Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School recently approved their 2026/2027 school calendar, and there are some major changes from this year’s calendar. Waubun Superintendent Jordan Spaeth tells us more.  Spaeth also gave an update on their athletic facility project, which continues to move along.  More news and updates from the Waubun School can be heard during the…
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April 29, 2026 0

Ada Borup West Speech competes at Minnesota State Speech Competition 

Ada Borup West seniors Kaydence Thom and Nellie Todd had the opportunity to represent Ada Borup West at the Minnesota State Speech Competition this past weekend, and the weekend went very well for the duo. Ada Borup West Speech Coach Bree Triplett gives us a recap of the competition, as well as some highlights from…
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April 29, 2026 0

With spring planting ramping up, drivers reminded to pay attention to the road

The Ada Police Department is in the midst of a Toward Zero Deaths distracted driving campaign, and Ada Police Chief Steve Hager is sharing a reminder for area drivers. Hager says  now that the planting season is just about underway, it’s important for drivers to pay extra attention to the road.  Hager also reminds drivers…
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April 29, 2026 0

Northwest Minnesota Foundation holding workshop for small business owners

The Northwest Minnesota Foundation will be holding a workshop for small business owners on Wednesday, May 6, and registration is now open. Northwest Minnesota Foundation representative Sarah Linda tells us more about the workshop. If this is a class that sounds like it could be a big benefit to you, Linda explains how you can…
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April 28, 2026 0

Fosston Police Department encouraging residents to be vigilant of scams

Scams have unfortunately become a weekly occurrence in many people’s lives, as scammers are always coming up with new ways to scam you out of your hard earned money. Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve says everyone needs to be aware of scams, as they can happen to anyone.  Juve says one thing that can protect…
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April 28, 2026 0

Leave baby animals alone this spring 

With the calendar about ready to turn over to may, one thing you’ll be seeing a lot more of are baby animals on the Minnesota landscape. Minnesota DNR Wildlife Supervisor Rob Baden says if you do come across a baby animal in the wild or even your yard, it’s best to leave it alone.  Again,…
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April 28, 2026 0

Aerospace Engineer speaks at Fosston Academic Awards Banquet 

The Fosston School hosted a very special guest for their Academic Awards Banquet on Monday evening, as 2016 graduate and aerospace engineer Kayton Lane was the keynote speaker. R&J News had the chance to catch up with Lane, who tells us more about her career, and education journey after high school.  Lane says now is…
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April 28, 2026 0

NWMAC Announces the opening of Iron and Feathers art exhibit 

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) recently announced the opening of a new exhibit at their Historic Fournet Building in Crookston. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about the exhibit they’re calling Iron and Feathers.  Again, this exhibit can be viewed at the Historic Fournet Building in Crookston. (Also known as the Tri…
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April 28, 2026 0

Waubun School Board Meets 

The Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School Board had a discussion regarding a potential substitute teaching service contract with Kelly Education at their meeting last week. Waubun Superintendent Jordan Spaeth explains.  Spaeth says the board also approved a number of projects to be completed this summer.  The Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School Board also approved the first reading of their…
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