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Norman County East School welcoming new staff members this school year 

The 2026 School Year is about to be underway at the Norman County East School District, and the community can expect to see a number of new faces at the school this year. Norman County East Principal Kelly Kalina tells us more about who will be joining the district.  One way you could meet these…
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August 25, 2026 0

Ada-Borup-West Elementary Gearing up for the 2026/2027 School Year 

The 2026/2027 School Year is just about here for those at the Ada-Borup-West Elementary School, but some major changes will be coming for parents/guardians when it comes to their Parentvue service. Elementary Principal Bree Triplett explains.  Triplett says they will also be bringing back their Cougar Kickoff Days, which will be held on September 2…
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August 24, 2026 0

Waubun School Board meets 

The Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School Board approved a series of staff hirings at their board meeting last week. Superintendent Laurie Johnson says they have a lot of new staff who are joining the district this year.  Johnson says the school board also had a discussion about their new teacher apprenticeship program, which is already seeing interest…
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August 24, 2026 0

City of Ada to invest in Infrastructure next year  

Budget planning season has arrived for area municipalities, and for the City of Ada, they will be looking to invest  into their infrastructure next year. Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson says the city will be taking a hard look at street and tree removal projects next year.  Larson says Public Works will also be working…
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August 24, 2026 0

RRWMB Celebrating 50 Year Anniversary this week

It’s a big week for the Red River Watershed Management Board,(RRWMB) as they will be celebrating their 50 Year Anniversary all week. RRWMB Executive Director Rob Sip told R&J News that they will be kicking off their celebration later today.  Sip says the celebration will then take them all across the Red River Valley for…
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August 24, 2026 0

Mahnomen Elementary in need of significant roof repairs 

The Mahnomen School Board had discussions regarding the Mahnomen Elementary School roof at their meeting last week, as the roof is in need of some significant repairs. Mahnomen Superintendent Andrea Simon explains.  Staffing is always a topic of discussions heading into a new school year, and Simon says the Mahnomen School is in a really…
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August 24, 2026 0

Make Safety a priority this Harvest Season

The Harvest season has officially arrived, and will continue over the next couple of months, and producers are encouraged to make sure they are prioritizing farm safety. R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier says harvest is one of the most dangerous times for farmers, as the hours are long, and workload is heavy.  Revier also shares…
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August 24, 2026 0

City of Ada to bring E-Bike/Scooter Policy forward 

E-Bikes and E-Scooters have been growing in popularity over the years, and the City of Ada is the latest city to join the trend of addressing safety concerns when it comes to the usage of these vehicles by local youth. Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson says the city has been receiving a lot of calls…
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August 21, 2026 0

Red River Watershed Managemnt Board receives legislative update from Congresswoman Fischbach 

The Red River Watershed Managment Board received an update from US Congresswoman Michelle Fichbach this week, regarding the house Farm Bill. RRWMB Exective Director Rob Sip tells us more.  Sip also had some positive news when it comes to funding the High School Riverwatch program.  You can listen to the full interview with Rob Sip…
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August 21, 2026 0

Win-E-Mac School Board Meets 

The Win-E-Mac School Board approved a resolution regarding their Special Education Cooperative, during their meeting on Wednesday evening. Win-E-Mac Superintendent Aaron Cook tells us more.  Cook says the board also approved a master agreement with their teacher’s union.  The back to school season has arrived at Win-E-Mac, and Cook goes over their plans for the…
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August 21, 2026 0