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White Earth Chairman Michael Fairbanks addresses the Nation 

The White Earth Nation held their annual State of the Nation address on Thursday morning at the Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen , and each member of the White Earth RBC took to the stage to look back at the past year, as well as what they have planned for 2026 and beyond. R&J News…
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May 8, 2026 0

New regulations in place for 2026 Fishing Opener 

The Minnesota Fishing Opener is this weekend, and area anglers are reminded that some things may be different this year, as new regulations are in place. Nathan Olson of the Minnesota DNR Fisheries Department says one of the biggest changes from last year is that Minnesota now has a year round catch and release bass…
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May 7, 2026 0

Field Trip Season at Ada Borup West 

With the arrival of spring, students at the Ada Borup West School have had the opportunity to get out of the classroom and have some hands-on learning experiences in the form of field trips. Ada Borup West Elementary Principal Bree Triplett tells us about some recent outdoor learning opportunities students go to partake in.  Triplett…
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May 7, 2026 0

Sugar policy update 

For the first time in eight years the passage of a new farm bill seems imminent after a new bill passed in the House earlier this week. While not guaranteed to pass in the Senate, Harrison Weber of the Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association says its exciting to see progress, and he highlights some…
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May 7, 2026 0

Farm raised beef or grocery store beef? What’s the difference? 

In a time where misinformation is at an all time high trying to decide between store-bought beef and locally farm raised beef can often feel overwhelming and difficult, especially as there is a very noticeable difference between the two. R&J Ag Reporter and local cattle producer Nick Revier talks about the differences between the two…
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May 7, 2026 0

Norman County Historical Society gets new exhibits, seeking volunteers 

The Norman County Historical will have two new exhibits on display once they open for the summer season. Solvieg Kitchell of the Norman County Historical Society tells us more about these exhibits.  Kitchell says their Coffee and Conversation program is back for another year, and they have some really fun plans for this season.  Kitchell…
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May 7, 2026 0

Norman County Commission meets 

The Norman County Commission met in regular session on Tuesday morning and approved a number of engineering items. Norman County Coordinator CJ Holl tells us what was discussed and approved.  Holl says the commission also had a discussion about the courthouse’s HVAC system.  Holl says the commission also took action on a number of items…
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May 7, 2026 0

Itasca State Park wildflower forecast 

The State of Minnesota has a very rich wildflower scene, and fortunately for those in Northwest Minnesota, Itasca State Park is one of the best places in the state to see all that Minnesota has to offer. Itasca State Park Naturalist Connie Cox gives us a park wildflower forecast.  Itasca State Park is also known…
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May 6, 2026 0