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Kinfolk Market extending the Farmers Market Season 

Farmers markets are a staple of rural communities, but for places like Ada the farmers market season can often be short due to the inevitable cold weather. Kinfolk worship is taking on that issue and will be opening an indoor farmers market to fight the cold. Jenna and Ruben Alvarez tell us more about this…
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September 11, 2024 0

Ada Borup West School Board discusses start of school year, and future goals

The start of the school year was a topic of discussion at the Ada Borup West School Board meeting on Tuesday morning. Ada Borup West Superintendent Aaron Cook tells us how how the school year has gone so far.  Cook also gave the board an update on the track project, which is progressing well.  Like…
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September 10, 2024 0

Norman County Sheriff’s Office warns public about counterfeit money 

Cases of counterfeit money being used in Norman County have been reported, and people are encouraged to be on the lookout. Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall tells us more about a recent counterfeit case, and what people should look out for when handling money.  Sheriff Fall says you should also look for things that appear…
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September 10, 2024 0

Norman County 4H Achievement Day Results 

Norman County 4H held their annual Achievement Day during the Fun in the Flatlands celebration this past Saturday, and the results are in. Norman County Extension Educator Linda Houglum shares the results starting with the alumni participants.  Houglum also shared the results for active Norman County 4H members.  Exhibits weren’t the only aspect of Achievement…
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September 10, 2024 0

Rydell Wildlife Refuge cancels Mentored Youth Hunt opportunities available at Glacial Ridge 

The Mentored Youth Hunt has been a staple at Rydell National Wildlife Refuge for over two decades, but after some changes over the years in the Minnesota Youth Deer Hunt Rydell was forced to make some changes to their programming this year. Refuge manager Gregg Knutsen says that Rydell will not be hosting a Youth…
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September 10, 2024 0

36th Annual Fertile Fall Craft Show 

The Fertile Community Club welcomes you to the Polk County Fairgrounds this Saturday for their 36th Annual Fall Craft Show. Stacy Erickson of the Fertile Community Club tells us what you can expect from this year’s show.  Vendors interested in having a booth are encouraged to reach out to Stacy Erikson at the City of…
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September 10, 2024 0

Twin Valley Police Chief Resigns 

The Twin Valley City Council accepted the resignation of their Police Chief Jason Douville at their meeting on Monday night. Twin Valley Mayor Mike Bolton thanks Chief Douville for his 23 years of service to the Twin Valley Community, and explains what his resignation means for the City moving forward.  In other business the council…
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September 10, 2024 0

Polk County Commission Update 

The Polk County Commission is in the middle of negotiations with their employee’s unions. Polk County Commissioner Joan Lee gives us an update on how negotiations are progressing.  While on the topic of taxpayer money Lee also gave an update on what Polk County is considering budget wise, and when residents can expect a preliminary…
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September 10, 2024 0

Norman-Polk Extension planning post harvest education programs 

The 2024 harvest season is just about here, and Norman-Polk County Extension is approaching one of their busiest times of year. While the harvest is at the forefront of Extension’s focus, Extension Educator Heather Dufault says they are starting to plan out their post harvest education meeting and program schedule. Dufault gives us a preview…
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September 9, 2024 0

This weeks programming at Itasca State Park 

The staff at Itasca State Park will be introducing a new program this Friday starting at 5:00 PM, and it looks into the storied history of the park. Itasca State Park Naturalist Connie Cox tells us more.  There will also be more programs going on at the park this weekend, and Cox gives us a…
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September 9, 2024 0