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Thief River Falls Robotics Team Qualifies for World Championship

The Thief River Falls Robotics Team ProDigi recently had the opportunity to travel to Oklahoma, and compete against some of the best robotics teams in the world. ProDigi team leader Briley gives us a recap of their trip to Oklahoma, which saw them making it all the way to the tournament finals.  Briley says their…
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April 13, 2026 0

MCA Testing begins this week at Norman County East 

It’s state testing season at schools across Minnesota, and at Norman County East, they will be kicking off their MCA testing this week. Norman County East Principal Kelly Kalina says it’s important for parents to make sure their kids are well rested, and prepared before heading to school for testing.  Parents with questions about testing…
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April 13, 2026 0

Hawley Middle School/Gym Project Update 

The Hawley Middle School Project continues to move closer to completion, and the District will be crossing some big things off their list in the coming days. Hawley High School Principal Kelly Anderson tells us what’s been done, and what they will be doing in the coming days.  Anderson says there’s also a lot of…
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April 13, 2026 0

Ada City Council taking time on Public Works Building project, wants to “get it right” 

Now that the Ada City Council has officially approved a project plan for the Ada Public Works building project, the next step of the project on the City’s side is to flush out the smaller details of the project. Ada City Councilmen Mike Nelson and Jeff Peacock say the council is taking their time on…
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April 13, 2026 0

Who is District Court Judge Annie P Claesson-Huseby?

During the Norman County Court Administration Office’s Juror Appreciation Day, R&J News had the opportunity to interview the Honorable Annie P Claesson-Huseby, who presides over the court in Norman County. Claesson-Huseby tells us more about herself, and what it’s been like serving in Norman County.  When she’s not in court, Claesson-Huseby says she can often…
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April 13, 2026 0

Bob Zany coming to Norman County for Ada Borup West Booster Bash 

The Ada Borup West Booster Club will be holding their 2nd Annual Booster Bash this Saturday, and this year they will be welcoming a very special guest. Three Time American Comedy Award Nominee, and Stand Up Comedian Bob Zany will be bringing his live show to Norman County. R&J News had the chance to catch…
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April 13, 2026 0

R&J Broadcasting holds annual Good Student Awards Banquet 

R&J Broadcasting Inc, alongside Jacobson Body Shop in Solway held their annual Good Student Award Banquet on Sunday night. Speaking at the banquet was Jacobson Body Shop Co-owner Brooke Pond who shares a message to all area students who may be struggling with something. Jacobson Body Shop has been the presenting sponsor of the Good…
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April 13, 2026 0

Spring burning restrictions to be in place across Northwest Minnesota 

This Spring, most of Northwest Minnesota will be under a Spring Burning Restriction, which means that people will have to get a permit if they need to burn for a number of reasons. Darren Bundy of the Minnesota DNR Forestry Division explains how Minnesota’s Spring Burning restriction works.  Bundy says there are some exceptions that…
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April 13, 2026 0

Ada Borup West hosts annual Elementary Knowledge Bowl competition 

Ada Borup West Elementary recently hosted their annual Elementary Knowledge Bowl meet, and this year’s event went really well. Ada Borup West Elementary Principal Bree Triplett recaps the event.  Triplett says this is an event that has seen a lot of growth over the years.  For more news and announcements from the Ada Borup West…
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April 11, 2026 0

Hawley Speech to compete in Section’s on Tuesday 

The Hawley Speech Team will be competing in the Section Competition on Tuesday, with the hope to qualify for state. Hawley High School principal Kelly Anderson tells us more.  Every year, the Hawley Senior goes on a trip called the Wisdom retreat. Anderson tells us more about this retreat, and the valuable experience it gives…
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April 11, 2026 0