Author: Prestin Douville

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White Earth Pesticide Investigation 

A message from White Earth regarding the symptoms people are experiencing after the softball game at Ogema days:  The White Earth Pesticide Coordinator is currently investigating to determine the cause of symptoms. If you are experiencing symptoms of eye irritation, please flush your eyes with cool water for about a half hour. Please seek medical…
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September 5, 2023 0

Norman County 4-H Achievement Day for Alumni

The Norman County 4-H will be holding their Achievement Day celebration this Saturday during Fun in the Flatlands. This year Norman County 4-H is “Calling all 4-H Alumni” to participate. Norman County Extension Educator Linda Houglum explains what this means.  Houglum also explained what kind of projects alumni can bring in and a schedule for…
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September 5, 2023 0

Crookston Harvest Festival 

The Crookston Harvest Festival kicks off on Sunday. Alan Dragseth of the Crookston Sugar Beet Museum explains what the Harvest Festival is.  During the Harvest Festival the Crookston Sugar Beet Museum will also be open, and Dragseth shared some of the items that are on display.  Dragseth also laid out the schedule of events.  For…
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September 5, 2023 0

RideMN1 biking across Minnesota 

On Sunday, September 10, RideMN1 will be starting their yearly journey across Minnesota on bike. Wally Mcfarlane of RideMN1 explains their organization and where they will be starting and ending their journey.  Mcfarlane highlighted the ride and all the stops they will be making along the way as well as the things that have to…
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September 5, 2023 0

Representative Fischbach Accepting Military Academy Nominations 

Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach is now accepting applications from 7th District residents who are interested in attending any of the United States Service Academies. One of the requirements for any of the U.S Service Academies is a Nomination from one of their Congressional Representatives.  For more information on how to apply for a nomination go to…
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September 4, 2023 0

Norman County 4-H State Fair General Encampment results 

The Norman County 4-H wrapped up a very successful summer of exhibiting with them wrapping up the summer at the Minnesota State Fair. Norman County 4-H Extension Educator Linda Houglum recaps this year’s General Encampment results.  Houglum also recapped Marsh River 4-H’s Club Community Pride Project.  A list of the General Encampment results can also…
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September 4, 2023 0

Norman County 4-H State Fair Livestock Exhibits Results 

Norman County 4-H was well represented at this year’s Minnesota State Fair. Norman County 4-H Extension Educator Linda Houglum recaps how Norman County 4-H’ers did at this year’s Livestock Exhibits.  The success continued into the week with an exhibitor receiving a call back and two beef exhibitors getting as high as 3rd in some of…
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September 2, 2023 0

Northwest Minnesota Burn Restrictions 

The Norman County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind us that many of the surrounding counties are in a burn restriction through Sunday, September 3. From now through Sunday open burns in any capacity are not allowed. This is due to extremely high fire weather conditions. Any fires that start could quickly become large and out…
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September 1, 2023 0

Angie Sorenson Fundraiser 

The Ulen Fire Department and Ulen Lions Club will be hosting a fundraiser to help raise money for Ulen community member Angie Sorenson’s medical expenses and recovery from a series of medical issues. Angie’s daughter Mady Sorenson tells her mothers story and what the funds from this fundraiser will go toward.  Sorensen also has the…
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September 1, 2023 0

Winger Livestock Exchange Anniversary Sale 

The Winger Livestock Exchange will be hosting their Anniversary sale this Saturday at 9:00. Livestock Exchange representative Billy Bushelle discusses the plan for this Saturday’s sale.  More information on the Winger Livestock Exchange and a schedule of sales can be found on the exchange website www.salebarninfo.com. 


August 31, 2023 0