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Norman County Commission Discusses 2025 Budget 

The Norman County Commission had a discussion about their 2025 budget at their meeting on Tuesday. Norman County Commission Chair LeAnn Hall tells us what was discussed, and what needs to be considered when finalizing this budget next month.  Hall says during the meeting the Commission also heard a report from County Attorney Elizabeth Brained…
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September 5, 2024 0

Norman County Historical Society invites public to Pioneer Days 

The Norman County Historical Society invites you to Ada this Saturday during Fun in the Flatlands for their annual Pioneer Days celebration. Solvieg Kitchell of the Norman County Historical Society tells us what’s on the menu for this year’s meal.  Kitchell says the museum will also be open for visit, as well as art demonstrations,…
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September 5, 2024 0

Ada Borup West Elementary Welcoming back Students today 

After some changes to the start of the 2024/2025 school year Ada Borup West Elementary will welcome students back today. Elementary Principal Bree Triplett says she is excited for students to be back and is ready for another school year.  While the high school’s first day was Tuesday the elementary school has been busy the…
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September 5, 2024 0

Red River Valley Sugarbeet Crop looking “Strong” 

The 2024 sugarbeet harvest season is underway, and results have been promising. Joe Hastings of American Crystal Sugar says pre harvest has been showing the signs of a strong sugarbeet crop. Hastings also discussed stockpiling and processing goals with the fall harvest fast approaching.  Diseases like root rot were a major concern for producers ahead…
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September 5, 2024 0

New Minnesota Hunting Regulations going into effect 

The 2024 Fall hunting season is underway, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has many new hunting regulations on the books that all hunters should be aware of. MN DNR Northwest Area Wildlife Supervisor Rob Baden says one of the biggest changes in regulations this year is in Chronic Wasting Disease testing.  Baden says…
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September 4, 2024 0

Watch for school buses

School is back in session for schools across Minnesota and North Dakota, and that means that roads will be extra busy with school buses out of their morning, and afternoon bus routes. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager reminds drivers about school bus traffic laws, and encourages all drivers to be extra cautious.  The full conversation…
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September 4, 2024 0

Norman County 4H Achievement Day is Saturday 

The Annual Fun at the Flatlands celebration is this week, and that means that the annual 4H Achievement Day celebration is also set to take place this Saturday in Ada. Norman County Extension Educator Linda Houglum invites all current and past 4H members to take part in this year’s festivities.  Houglum also gave a preview…
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September 4, 2024 0

Annual Crookston Harvest Fest back for another year 

The Red River Valley Sugarbeet Museum Annual Harvest Festival in Crookston returns Sunday, and it’s a great opportunity to learn more about the history of sugarbeets in the Red River Valley. Allen Dragseth of the Crookston Sugarbeet Museum tells us more about the celebration.  Dragseth says Harvest Festival is also a good opportunity to check…
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September 4, 2024 0

New Staff at Norman County East School 

The 2024/2025 School Year kicked off at Norman County East (NCE) yesterday, and many new staff members are still getting settled into their new positions within the school district. NCE Principal Kelly Kalina tells us who just completed their first official school day at NCE.  With the influx of first time teachers, Kalina says the…
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September 4, 2024 0

Homecoming Week for Hillsboro Central Valley 

It’s a big week for students and staff at Hillsboro and Central Valley as its Homecoming Week. Hillsboro High School Principal Terry Baesler gives us a rundown of how the school district is celebrating.  For the latest news and updates from the Hillsboro School District tune into the Hillsboro School News Tuesday’s at 1:05 PM…
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September 4, 2024 0