Author: Prestin Douville

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Norman County East School Board Meets 

The Norman County East School Board approved a number of hires at their board meeting on Monday night. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell tells us what was approved, and what positions they’re still looking to fill.  Also on the agenda was a resolution for budget reduction. Nudell says this was just a formality and…
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March 18, 2025 0

FSA Deadlines fast approaching 

During his monthly visit on the KRJB Kaleidoscope, Norman County FSA Officer James Kruize reminded producers about some deadlines coming up for FSA programs. Kruize says one deadline coming up in April is the ARC PLC signup deadline, which was extended due to the Farm Bill extension.  Kruize says area producers should also visit farmers.gov…
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March 17, 2025 0

Legislative Update: Representative Jim Joy 

Paid family leave has been a major topic discussed by the Minnesota House the last few weeks, as House Republicans have tried to delay the start of Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical leave program by one year. There’s also a group of lawmakers trying to repeal the bill in its entirety, and that includes District…
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March 17, 2025 0

This week is Poison Prevention Week 

Its National Poison Prevention Week, and Safe Kids Grand Forks is teaching parents the importance of proper storage. Carma Hanson of Safe Kids Grand Forks tells us more about the importance of proper storage for families with young children in the house.  When it comes to storing toxic chemicals with children in the house, Hansen…
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March 17, 2025 0

City of Fosston gearing up for busy project season 

After having to take a pause for the winter, construction crews will be getting back to work in the City of Fosston to work on the city’s many upcoming spring and summer projects. Fosston City Administrator Cassie Heide says one project that will be breaking down this year is a full street project on 5th…
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March 14, 2025 0

Bagley School looking at budget cuts with looming $500,000 deficit 

The Bagley School Board is currently trying to figure out ways to trim their operating budget after it was forecasted that they will have a budget deficit of over a half million dollars. Bagley Superintendent Eric Heise tells us how the budget has gotten to this point, and what it means for the school moving…
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March 14, 2025 0

Ulen Hitterdal School Board meets 

The Ulen Hitterdal School Board met in regular session on Wednesday. Ulen Hitterdal Superintendent Dustin Flaten says during his board report,  he updated the board on a number of topics from next year’s preliminary budget….to the upcoming testing season.  Flaten also gave a preview on what they have coming up for phase two of their…
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March 14, 2025 0

Norman County East hosts Sub Section Ensemble contest 

The Norman County East School hosted this year’s Sub Section Ensemble Contest on Monday. Norman County East Music Teacher Courtney Bates says the event went by without any issues, and she also shares some results from the competition.  Bates also shared what schools walked away from the competition with “best of day” awards.  Lastly Bates…
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March 13, 2025 0

Fosston City Council discusses concerns with ambulance services 

The Fosston City Council met in regular session on Wednesday, and had discussions with Essientia Health about some concerns being raised by residents in regards to ambulance services. Fosston City Administrator Fosston City Administrator Cassie Heide tells us more.  Heide says the city council also had to approve an updated ordinance on garbage cans, due…
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March 13, 2025 0