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Class is out of session on Monday at the Norman County East School, as they are hosting this year’s Sub-Section Music Ensemble Contest. Norman County East Music Teacher Courtney Bates gives us a preview of what they have going on throughout the day. Bates gives an estimated timeline of the day, and she also invited…
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It’s been a successful couple weeks for extracurriculars at the Hawley Schools, as multiple schools clubs have brought home hardware from state competitions. Hawley High School Principal Kelly Anderson says one group that recently returned from state was the school’s robotics team. Anderson said the Hawley Science Olympiad Team also had a really successful time…
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The Polk County Veterans Service Office will be closed early next week. Polk County veterans Service Officer Kurt Ellefson tells us when they will be closed, and how you can get service if needed. Ellefson says Polk County Veterans Services is still looking for people to attend Veterans Day on the Hill in April, and…
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The Minnesota February Forecast was released on Thursday, and area legislators aren’t feeling too confident about the findings. Minnesota District 1A Representative John Burkel (R-Badger) gives his initial reaction to the forecast, and tells us how it affects things moving forward. Burkel says it’s going to take a lot of work to turn this budget…
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This Sunday the Waubun school will be hosting a celebration gathering to honor MREA Teacher of the Year recipient and Waubun science teacher John Short, and celebrate this major accomplishment. R&J News had the opportunity to catch up with Short, who shared his thoughts on receiving this award. While he is very honored to be…
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The busy spring and summer months are quickly approaching, and many across the region will be taking advantage of the warm temperatures and spending time away from their homes after being cooped up for the winter. This however can leave your home more exposed to burglaries. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman shares some things you…
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There have been discussions on a federal level about the dismantling of the United States Department of Education, and area schools are keeping a close eye on Washington, as this could have major implications for many area schools like the Mahnomen School district. Mahnomen Superintendent Jeff Bisek talks more about what could happen if the …
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There’s still time to sign up for a free Farm Transition Workshop in Hawley on March 20, and Norman County Extension encourages all who are interested to sign up. Healthier Dufault of Norman County Extension tells us more about this workshop. Another program that is offered to producers across the region thanks to Minnesota Extension…
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The Ada Borup West School was recently the recipient of a pair of Perkins grants to buy new up to date equipment for students. Ada Borup West High School Principal Josh Carlson tells us more about the grants and how they’re planning to use them. Minnesota weather this time of year is always changing, and…
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March is National Nutrition Month, which means that it’s a perfect time for people to start making healthy choices. However there are a lot of people who don’t know where to start. Kristi Rott of Norman Mahnomen Public Health says a good place to start is at the Grocery Store. Rott says it’s also a…
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