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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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April 28, 2026 0

Weekend car accident at Highway 9/Highway 200 intersection in Ada 

The intersection of Highway 9 and Highway 200 in Ada has been a major talking point, as local officials have been trying to get the MN Department of Transportation to make changes to the intersection citing safety concerns.  Unfortunately over the weekend, there was an accident at the intersection. R&J News’ Kevin Kochman talks with…
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April 27, 2026 0

Dekko Center Update 

The Dekko Community Center will have some amenities closed in the coming weeks after uncovering a previously unknown building issue. Dekko Center Manager Brianna Eggen tells us more.  Eggen also gave an update on swimming lessons, as there has been ample community interest in classes.  People with questions about the Dekko Center and its amenities…
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April 27, 2026 0

Fosston School Board meets 

The Fosston School Board approved a number of personnel items at their board meeting last week. Fosston Superintendent Todd Selk gives us the rundown of personnel moves approved by the board.  Selk says he also gave an update on the Minnesota Legislative Session at the meeting.  The Fosston School Board also approved an art trip…
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April 27, 2026 0

Producers reminded to stay on top of weed management plan  

Sugarbeet planting season is fast approaching, and area producers are being encouraged to finalize their weed management plans before the crop goes into the ground. Dr Tom Peters of NDSU Extension says it’s important to set a high bar in weed management, as things can quickly become issues.  Peters also shares a reminder for producers…
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April 27, 2026 0

Clearwater County holding ATV Safety Class next week

The Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting an ATV Class for area youth next week, and registration is currently open. Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson has the details.  People with questions about the ATV Safety Class, can go to the Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page.


April 27, 2026 0

Bonding Bill Update with RRWMB Director Rob Sip 

The Minnesota Legislative Session will be closing in under a month, but a lot of work still needs to be done, including a Bonding bill. Red River Watershed Management Board Executive Director Rob Sip says their lobbyists have been hard at work at the capital, and he tells us what they’re hearing.  Sip tells us…
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April 27, 2026 0

East Polk Heritage Center ramping up programming in May 

The East Polk Heritage Center will be opening for the season soon. Heritage Center Representative Bonnie Stewart says they will be opening on Memorial Day, and are in need of volunteers.  The East Polk Heritage Center is also starting to ramp up their annual programs, and Stewart says the first event this will be holding…
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April 27, 2026 0

Hillsboro well represented at ND State Speech Competition 

The Hillsboro Speech Team will be well represented at the North Dakota State Speech Competition in Mandan this weekend, as over a dozen students will be competing. Hillsboro Speech Coach Cory Gilbertson says it has been a very fun season of speech.  Gilbertson tells us who will be competing for Hillsboro this weekend, as well…
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April 25, 2026 0

Fosston School Board holds work session 

The Fosston School Board held a work session earlier this week. Fosston Superintendent Todd Selk tells us the reasoning for the meeting, and what was discussed.  For more news and information from the Fosston School District, tune into the Fosston School News on Fridays at 2:05 PM on 96.7 FM KKCQ.


April 25, 2026 0