Author: Prestin Douville

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Norman County Historical Society honoring veterans  

Believe it or not, but the Holiday season is fast approaching, and the Norman County Historical Society is in the process of getting ready for their Annual Festival of Tree program. There will however be a change to the program, as the Historical Society will be introducing a new program to honor area veterans. Solvieg…
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October 30, 2024 0

Harvest Festival in Hawley 

The Hawley Alliance Church will be hosting a Harvest Festival on Halloween this Thursday starting at 5:00 PM. Laura Halvorson of the Hawley Alliance Church highlights some of the activities they have planned for the evening.  Halvorson says all are invited to this event, and that they’re  also excited to be offering free laser tag…
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October 30, 2024 0

Itasca State Park Update  

Itasca State Park will be taking a break in their monthly programming this November. Itasca State Park Naturalist Connie Cox says this does not mean that the park will be closed to visitors, as many portions of the park will still be open for outdoor recreation, and hunting.  Cox says people should also mark their…
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October 30, 2024 0

Norman-Mahnomen and Polk Public Health focusing on emergency preparedness

Norman Mahnomen Public Health alongside Polk County Public Health is putting a focus on emergency preparedness, as we move into the winter months. One way they did this is by having residents complete risk assessments. Polk County Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Jason Flores tells us more about these assessments, and what they found.  Flores, and Tammy…
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October 29, 2024 0

Benefit for Norman County East Graduate is Sunday 

This Sunday Gary Cares, along with the City of Gary will be holding a benefit for Norman County East Graduate and Gary Resident Jesse Koch, as he battles Large B Cell Lymphoma. Event Representative Amanda Sip tells us more about Koch, and explains why he and his family are in need of support.  Sip also…
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October 29, 2024 0

Dekko Center Project Update 

The Ada Dekko Center will have portions of the building shut down for the next couple months, as work continues to be done on the interior of the building. Dekko Center Manager Brianna Eggen tells us more.  Eggen also gave an update of the work being done in the other parts of the building including…
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October 29, 2024 0

What’s on my Ballot Traill County: 

On today’s installment of “What’s on My Ballot” R&J News will be breaking down the elections taking place across Traill County this November.  Federal Elections: Presidential Election:  Kamala Harris & Tim Wlaz Democratic  Donald Trump & JD Vance Republican  Chase Oliver & Mike ter Maat Libertarian  U.S. Senator  Katrina Christiansen Democratic  Kevin Cramer Republican  U.S.…
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October 29, 2024 0

Trick or Treat on Main in Mayville

This Thursday the Mayport Community Club will be holding a Trick or Treat on Main event in downtown Mayville. Event Organizer  Meghan Hovde tells us more about the event.  The Trick or Treat on Main is running in conjunction with the Mayville Library Trunk or Treat, and people are encouraged to participate in both. For…
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October 29, 2024 0

Hawley School hosting school wide food drive

Students at the Hawley School District are holding their annual Food Drive starting today. Hawley Elementary Principal Chris Ellingson says all the proceeds from the food drive will go to REACH, and he encourages all students who are able to participate.  Progress on the School Construction Project continues to be made, but the project is…
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October 28, 2024 0

Dealing with Seasonal Affectiveness Disorder and Anxiety 

We’re approaching the time of year where the lack of sunlight and cold weather can have an effect on those who suffer from seasonal affectiveness disorder, and Traill District health is encouraging people to start taking steps to curb its effects. Brenda Stallman of Traill District health shares some things you can do to prepare.  …
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October 28, 2024 0