Author: Prestin Douville

Local Radio

Fall FSA Reminders 

Area farmers are busy with the full harvest at this time, but that doesn’t mean that they can’t start getting their post harvest plans nailed down. Norman County FSA officer James Kruize reminds producers planting fall seeded crops to get their acreage reports in.  If you’re a producer looking to do some projects post harvest,…
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October 11, 2024 0

Hawley police chief retiring after 9 years

After serving 9 years as the police chief of Hawley, Joe Backlund announced that he will be retiring from law enforcement next March. Hawley City Administrator Lonnie Neuner says they’re sad to see Chief Backlund go, but are thankful for his many years of service, and dedication to the community.  Neuner says the City Council…
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October 11, 2024 0

Preservation grants available to Traill County Non-Profits 

The Traill County Historical Society is offering grants to Traill County non-profits looking to undertake historic preservation projects. Ed Laxdal of the Trail County Historical Society tells us more.  Laxdal also gave examples on what kinds of projects they fund, and he also explained how an entity interested in a grant can apply.  Again the…
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October 11, 2024 0

Gary City Council Meets 

The Gary City Council took the next steps in the demolition of the remaining parts of the old Norman County East Elementary School at their meeting on Wednesday night. Gary Mayor Buck Engen tells us more.  Engen says the city council also approved the construction of a bus stop shelter that will be built by…
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October 11, 2024 0

REACH Radiothon raises over $4,000 

The 4th Annual REACH Radiothon on KRJB Radio was held yesterday. REACH Executive Director Stephanie Schneck gives a recap of the radiothon, and reminds us what this year’s donations will go toward.  Schneck also thanked everyone who donated, and she explained how you can still donate in case you missed Thursday’s Radiothon.  For more information…
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October 11, 2024 0

Twin Lakes Fire Department raising awareness during fire prevention week 

Its National Fire Prevention Week, and the Twin Lakes Fire Department is raising awareness so that tragedy can be averted. Ed Snetsinger of Twin Lakes Fire Department says this year’s fire prevention week theme is based around fire alarms and he goes over some important reminders.  Snetsinger says carbon monoxide awareness is also another topic…
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October 10, 2024 0