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Lakes Community Cooperative to transition Lake Park Hardware store into new Retail Meat Market 

Lakes Community Cooperative announced earlier today that the Lake Park Hardware Store will undergo a major transition to become a retail meat market featuring products from their Perham Meat Market. Lakes Community Cooperative General Manager tells us more.  Bloomseth says this change comes as a result of the success of their meat market in Perham,…
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August 17, 2026 0

Ada Public Library Update 

Summer break is winding down for families across Minnesota, and if you’re one of those families who are looking to get one last vacation before the start of the school year, the Ada Public Library may be able to help. Ada Librarian Asha Osborn reminds area residents that they have free state park passes available…
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August 17, 2026 0

Traill County Veterans Service Update 

When people hear the term veterans benefits, they often have the belief that the VA only offers benefits for families, but did you know the VA also helps veterans spouses after their partner has passed? Traill County Veterans Service Officer La Lynda Blotsky explains.  If you are a veteran in need of assistance, Blotsky says…
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August 17, 2026 0

Music at the Shelly Museum 

Coming up on Tuesday the Red River History Museum in Shelly invites you to join them for a Music at the Museum celebration, featuring music from the MVT Trio. Steph Abentroth of the Red River History Museum tells us more about what they have planned for Tuesday.  Abentroth says they are hosting the event, as…
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August 17, 2026 0

Fertile Beltrami gearing up for 2026/2027 School Year 

The Countdown for the start of the school year has begun, and those in the Fertile Beltrami School can expect a major change, as the district is one of many to switch over to Bound, who is taking over many of the schools services. Superintendent Brian Clarke explains.  Clarke also shared some important information that…
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August 17, 2026 0

New Superintendent at the Fosston School District 

The 2026/2027 School Year is fast approaching for the Fosston School District, and one major change heading into the year is the person leading district, as Derek Gieseke continues to settle into the superintendent position after being hired at the end of last school year. Gieseke tells R&J News that things are going great in…
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August 17, 2026 0

Youth ATV Safety 

ATV usage amongst teens continues to become more prominent, and SAFE Kids Grand Forks is reminding parents, and guardians about the importance of prioritizing ATV safety. While helmets are seen as one of the most important aspects of ATV safety, Hanson says there are other aspects of safety that often go overlooked, specifically when it…
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August 14, 2026 0

Busy weekend at Itasca State Park 

As summer continues to wind down, the naturalists at Itasca State Park invite you to come and visit the park before sending the kids back to school. Itasca State Park Naturalist Connie Cox says this weekend would be a great time to visit, as they have a number of free programs on the schedule.  Cox…
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August 14, 2026 0

Wheat Harvest Update 

The Red River Valley Wheat Harvest is currently underway, and producers across the valley are reporting mixed results on crop yields and quality. For Allen Haugo who farms near Waubun, he reports a decent crop, as he moves past the half way point of the wheat harvest.  Haugo says his soybean crop could use some…
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August 14, 2026 0

Crookston Ox Cart Days continues into Saturday 

Crookston Ox Cart Days has been happening in Crookston all week, but the biggest day of this week-long celebration will be coming up tomorrow. Ox Cart Days Organizer James Pogatshnik gives us a look into some of Saturday’s festivities.  For more information and a full schedule of Ox Cart Days festivities, go to the events…
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August 14, 2026 0