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Hawley City Council approves hiring of new Police Chief 

The Hawley City Council approved the hiring of a new Police Chief at their council meeting on Monday night. Hawley City Administrator Lonnie Neuner tells us who the council decided to hire.  Neuner also told us more about Chief Steer, and why the council felt comfortable moving forward with him.  Finally, Neuner recapped some other…
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March 19, 2025 0

Legislators Introduce the Minnesotans with Disabilities Act

On Tuesday afternoon a group of bi-partisan lawmakers introduced the Minnesotans with Disabilities Act, that would help reinforce Minnesota’s disabilities laws. Minnesota Representative Kim Hicks (DFL- Rochester) tells us more about the legislation.  Bill co-sponsor Representative Danny Nadeau (R-Rogers) speaks more on the bill, and why it was important for Democrats and Republicans to work…
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March 19, 2025 0

Pedestrians reminded to be cautious this spring

Temperatures across the Red River Valley are expected to get warmer over the next couple weeks, and with that comes more walking traffic in the City of Ada, and the surrounding communities. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager reminds these walkers to watch out for vehicles.  If you’re walking or running  out of city limits, you…
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March 18, 2025 0

Norman County East Mourning the loss of longtime teacher 

Last week, it was announced that longtime Norman County East History and Social Studies Teacher Todd Clow passed away unexpectedly at age 57. The Norman County East School invites you to come visit the school on Wednesday afternoon to celebrate Mr. Clow’s life. Norman County East Principal Kelly Kalina shares more about Mr. Clow, and…
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March 18, 2025 0

26th Annual Joint Conference Kicks off today

The 26th Annual Red River Watershed Management Board and the Red River Basin Flood Damage Reduction Work Group Joint Conference kicks off today, and the Wild Rice Watershed District will have representation in attendance. Tara Jensen of the Wild Rice Watershed District tells us more about the event. Sticking with Wild Rice Watershed District news,…
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March 18, 2025 0

Traill County EDC holding Career Expo on Wednesday 

Traill County Economic Development invites you to Mayville State University on Wednesday, as they are hosting their annual Career Expo. Traill County EDC Executive Director Jim Murphy gives us a preview of the event.  Murphy says all are invited to this event, and he also says that they will have different services available to help…
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March 18, 2025 0

Thunder Robotics wins NMRC’s Great Northern Regional 

The Northern Minnesota Robotics Conference wrapped up their annual Great Northern Regional this weekend at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks. NMRC Representative, and Hatton Northwood Robotics Advisor Mike Voglewede says the event went off without any issues.  Voglewede is also excited to announce some of this year’s award winners, which includes his very own…
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March 18, 2025 0

Norman County East School Board Meets 

The Norman County East School Board approved a number of hires at their board meeting on Monday night. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell tells us what was approved, and what positions they’re still looking to fill.  Also on the agenda was a resolution for budget reduction. Nudell says this was just a formality and…
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March 18, 2025 0

FSA Deadlines fast approaching 

During his monthly visit on the KRJB Kaleidoscope, Norman County FSA Officer James Kruize reminded producers about some deadlines coming up for FSA programs. Kruize says one deadline coming up in April is the ARC PLC signup deadline, which was extended due to the Farm Bill extension.  Kruize says area producers should also visit farmers.gov…
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March 17, 2025 0

Legislative Update: Representative Jim Joy 

Paid family leave has been a major topic discussed by the Minnesota House the last few weeks, as House Republicans have tried to delay the start of Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical leave program by one year. There’s also a group of lawmakers trying to repeal the bill in its entirety, and that includes District…
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March 17, 2025 0