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Twin Valley Parks making major improvements to city ice rink 

The winter ice skating season may be a month away, but the Twin Valley Parks Committee is making some major improvements to its public ice skating rink located near the Twin Valley Splash Park. Twin Valley Parks Committee Chair Tracy Christianson tells us more.  The Twin Valley Parks Committee meets on the second Monday of…
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November 7, 2025 0

Mandatory CWD testing to take place this hunting opener 

The Minnesota Deer Gun season kicks off tomorrow, and if you’re one of those hunters who’s lucky enough to bag a deer this weekend, you may be required to test your deer for CWD, depending on where you’re hunting. Rob Baden with the Minnesota DNR explains.  Baden says there will also be carcass movement restrictions…
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November 7, 2025 0

Norman County East FFA attends National Convention 

The FFA National Convention was this past weekend, and one of the many FFA chapters from across the nation that were in attendance was the Norman County East FFA Chapter. NCE FFA Advisor Hannah Baumgartner tells us how the National Convention went.  Baumgartner also shared some of the highlights of the trip.  The FFA season…
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November 7, 2025 0

Traill County EDC names Project of the Year recipient 

It’s been a big year for economic development in Traill County, and this year’s Project of the Year recipient has been named. Jim Murphy of Traill County EDC tells us more about the business that will be taking home this year’s award, as well as what they did for a project.  For more information on…
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November 7, 2025 0

Mahnomen school to have on early out today 

The Mahnomen-Waubun Thunderbirds Football team is playing in the Minnesota State Football Tournament today, and in response the Mahnomen School district has adjusted their school schedule for today. Mahnomen Activities Director Aimee Pederson says the High School will be having an early out today, as well as a sendoff for the football team.  In other…
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November 7, 2025 0

With Winter fast approaching, beware of the dangers of Carbon Monoxide

November is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month, and homeowners, and renters are encouraged to take the proper steps in lowering the risk of Carbon Monoxide poisoning, especially as the risks increase once cold weather arrives. Carma Hansen of Safe Kids Grand Forks tells us some things you can do to lower the risk of Carbon Monoxide…
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November 7, 2025 0

Polk County Extension holding Land Rent Seminar 

Polk County Extension will be holding a free Land Rent Seminar next month, and registration is now open. Heather Dufault of Polk Extension tells us more about the class.  For more information or to register for the seminar contact Polk County Extension at 218-563-2465  or go to extension.umn.edu/local/polk.


November 6, 2025 0

St Michaels PTC holding annual Fall Festival Crafts 

St Michaels School PTC will be hosting their annual Fall Festival of Crafts at the Mahnomen School on Saturday, and all are invited to come and check out all the local vendors. Event representative Bailey Francis tells us more about this event.  Francis says this event does serve as a fundraiser for the St Michaels…
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November 6, 2025 0

Hillsboro Residents reminded to take utilities survey 

The City of Hillsboro is seeking feedback from its residents, and in order to do so, they are asking that they all take an online survey. Hillsboro City Auditor Casey Eggermont tells us how you can participate.  Eggermont says the Hillsboro City Commission will be examining the results of the Survey once it closes later…
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November 6, 2025 0

Benedictine Living Community making resident’s dream come true

Benedictine Living Community in Ada will have the opportunity to grant one of their residents the opportunity of a lifetime through their “Making Dreams Come True Program.” Cassie Visser of Benedictine Living Community – Ada tells us more.  R&J News also had the chance to catch up with Ritchie Wright, to talk about the special…
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November 6, 2025 0