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January is National Clean Up Your Computer Month

January is National Clean Up Your Computer Month, and the folks at Office Supplies Plus are encouraging people to stay on top of their computer management, and keep their computers clean. Office Supply Plus IT Manager Alex Wright shares some of the best practices you can do to keep your computer working at full capacity. …
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January 16, 2026 0

Crop Rotation on the top of mind for some area producers 

We’re at the time of year where producers are still planning their 2026 planting season, and one thing that’s a discussion for producers each year is their crop rotations. While a change may seem like a good idea, Erick Grafstrom of Performance Ag in Borup says your best option might be to stay on course. …
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January 16, 2026 0

Ada Borup West and Lake Park Audubon to square off at Target Center 

The Ada Borup West and Lake Park Audubon Varsity Basketball teams will be participating in a very unique double header in early February. Ada Borup West Activities Director Kenley Wahlin says the teams will be playing in a double header at Target Center with more fun activities also planned.  Wahlin tells us what you will…
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January 16, 2026 0

MN Soybean Research & Promotion’s Council seeking new District 1,2 &3 Director 

The Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion’s Council (MSR&PC) is looking for area producers to run for a soon to be vacant position on the council’s Board of Directors. MSR&PC District 1,2, & 3 Director Corey Hanson tells us more.  Hansen explains how you can get the process in filing for the position started.  If you’re…
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January 16, 2026 0

Northwest Minnesota Aussie Rescue accepting Donations through Norman County One Fund Drive 

The Norman County One Fund is now underway, and non-profits across Norman County are accepting donations. One of the organizations currently accepting donations is the Northwest Minnesota Aussie Rescue (NWMAR) located between Ada and Twin Valley. NWMAR representative Brenda Mickelson tells us more about the rescue.  Mickelson says they have been operating in Norman county…
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January 15, 2026 0

Annual Pinehurst Resort Bonspiel returning to South Twin Lake 

The Annual Pinehurst Resort Bonspiel on South Twin Lake returns this weekend, and hundreds of amateur curlers from across the region are expected to duke it out. Pinehurst Resort Co-owner Andy Lavoy gives us a preview of this year’s event.  Lavoy says bonspiel is more than just a curling event, as they have many other…
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January 15, 2026 0

Cow-Calf Days Seminar Tour coming to Northwest Minnesota 

The University of Minnesota Extension Cow-Calf Days Seminar Tour will be making its annual stop in Northwest Minnesota on Tuesday, January 27, and all area cattle producers are invited to attend. Heather Dufault of Norman & Polk County Extension tells us more.  Dufault also previews some of the main talking points for this year’s seminar. …
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January 15, 2026 0

MN DNR Seeking Public Comments on Walleye Bag Limit 

After years of discussing potential changes the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is currently seeking public comments pertaining to a potential decrease in the Minnesota statewide walleye bag limit. Nathan Olson of the Minnesota DNR Fisheries Department tells us more.   Olson says there’s a number of different reasons that they’re looking to change the bag…
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January 15, 2026 0

High yields remain a key for growers in 2026 

Low commodity prices are causing area producers to take a closer look at their acreage and crop rotations in 2026, and many are left wondering what their best options are heading into the spring harvest. R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier had the chance to catch up with Mike Nelson of CHS West Central, who says…
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January 15, 2026 0

Facility investments paying off at Ada Borup West

If you’ve driven by the Ada Borup West School during the weekend, there’s a very good chance that you’ve noticed an abundance of activity, despite school not being in session. Ada Borup West Superintendent Aaron Cook credits this extra activity to the investments made into the facilities of Ada Borup West, which has allowed the…
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January 15, 2026 0