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The Ada Bio Girls recently passed the halfway point of their 2026, which means that they’re gearing up for their annual Chapter Service Project and 5K. Ada Bio Girls site director Tera Johnson says her girls have been working very hard this year, and that this season has been a huge success. Johnson tells us…
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After months of hard work, the Fosston Knowledge Bowl team is officially back to back state champions. R&J News’ Tom Lano talks with Fosston Knowledge Bowl coaches Ron Berntson and Holly O’Shea about the competition this past weekend. Team member Micah Malmanger says there was a lot of pressure on them this time around. Caleb…
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House File 3493, a bill that would address school safety, was brought forward for a vote in the House Education Finance Committee on Tuesday. During a press conference before the vote, bill author Bryan Lawrence (R-Princeton) spoke more about his bill and what it does. Representative Cheryl Youakim (DFL) spoke in opposition of the bill…
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Spring weather has officially arrived, which means that now’s a great time to get outside and enjoy the outdoors. Lake Bemidji State Park Naturalist Christa Drake says early spring is a great time to visit the park. Go to the Lake Bemidji State Park webpage on the Minnesota DNR website at dnr.state.mn.us for more information…
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While the temperatures outside are getting warmer, water temperatures across Northern Minnesota remain very cold. The warmer temperatures can give a false sense of security to people when it comes to water safety, leaving an increased risk of Hypothermia. Carma Hansen of SAFE Kids Grand Forks explains what Hypothermia is and how the body reacts…
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Norman County East FFA will be sending multiple students to the Minnesota State FFA Convention this Sunday. Norman County East FFA Advisor Hannah Baumgartner says they will be sending five students to state convention this weekend. Baumgartner says it’s really exciting to give her students the opportunity to go to state. Norman County East will…
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It’s Severe Weather Awareness Week, and the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, along with Polk County Emergency Management is sharing advice for what to do if severe weather hits. Jody Beauchane of Polk County Emergency Management says it’s important for residents to know the difference between a watch and warning, as you should have a different…
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Norman County 4H held their annual Pancake Fundraiser and Share the Fun Event this weekend, giving the community a chance to catch up with 4Hers across Norman County. Linda Houglum of Norman County 4H says this year’s breakfast was a big hit. Houglum says Share the Fun also went very well, and she shares this…
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The Ulen-Hitterdal Theatre Department will be presenting their rendition of the Disney classic “Newsies” this week, and Ulen Hitterdal Senior Gretchen Bain will be co-starring in this year’s production. Bain tells us more about her role in “Newsies”. Bain says this year’s production features a very fun supporting cast. Bain says this is her fourth…
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The Twin Valley City Council approved the final payment of their large construction project from last year. Twin Valley Mayor Mike Bolton reminds us what was done, and how the project turned out. Bolton says the council continued to work on their rental ordinance as well. Bolton also reminds Twin Valley residents that their annual…
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