Author: Prestin Douville

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Landmark Tornado Safe Room Project a part of the Norman County One Fund Drive 

The Norman County One Fund Drive is now underway, and community projects have been added to this year’s donation slip. One of the projects featured on this year’s One Fund Drive is the Landmark Tornado Safe Room Project, which project representative Lucas Spaeth tells us more about.  Spaeth also tells us why he thinks a…
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January 7, 2026 0

City of Ada approached about potential buyout of Municipal Liquor Store 

The Ada City Council will have further discussions in the coming weeks about the future of the Ada Municipal Liquor Store, after they were approached by Tony’s Foods owner Tony Huotte regarding a potential buyout. Ada Mayor John Hintz recaps the discussion that was had at Tuesday night council meeting.  Hintz says the council also…
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January 6, 2026 0

Norman County Commission approves hiring of a new county coordinator

The Norman County Commission approved the hiring of a new county coordinator at their meeting on Tuesday morning. Norman County Commission Chair Jesse Lee tells us who the commission decided to hire, and why.  Lee says the commission also agreed to move forward with a wage study. Reorganization also took place at Tuesday’s meeting, and…
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January 6, 2026 0

Sugarbeet Research and Education Board holding annual Reporting Session next week

The Sugarbeet Research and Education Board will be holding their annual Reporting Session on Tuesday, January 13  at the Hilton Garden Inn in Fargo, and all area producers are invited to attend. Dr Eric Branch of Minnesota and NDSU Extension says the event is an excellent opportunity to learn about all the sugarbeet research being…
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January 6, 2026 0

Norman County East names Triple A Award nominees 

The Norman County East School District has officially chosen their nominees for the 2025/2026 Minnesota State High School League Academics, Arts, and Athletics Award. Norman County East Principal Kelly Kalina tells us who will be representing the Norman County East School later this year.  The Triple A Award honors high school seniors throughout the state…
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January 6, 2026 0

Norman County snowmobile trails in need of more snow 

The snowmobile riding season has arrived, and the Moonshiners Snowmobile Club has been hard at work as of late getting the trails ready for riders. Moonshiners Club representative Dave Jensen says they have been out grooming the trails, but trail conditions vary throughout Norman County.  While the trails in Norman County are rideable, Jensen says…
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January 6, 2026 0

Fosston City Administrator talks Essentia dispute, city to hold meeting later this month 

The City of Fosston has been in the midst of a dispute with Essentia Health over the last couple years, and despite a quiet couple months, the city is making it clear that they’re still pursuing ways to split from their partnership with the health care provider. Fosston City Administrator Cassie Heide.  Heide says the…
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January 6, 2026 0

New Farm Bill is possible in 2026 despite Fall Midterms 

After a break for the Christmas Holiday, the United States House of Representatives is back in session, and one item that’s expected to garner a lot of attention in the coming months is a new Farm Bill. However, a midterm election is fast approaching, which could slow progress on legislation. President of the Midwest Council…
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January 6, 2026 0

Big things coming to the Norman County Fair in 2026 

2026 is a major year for the Norman County Fair, as this year will mark 130 years of summer fun. Norman County Fair Board President Don Merkens says members of the board will be getting together soon to add some attractions to this year’s fair.  While there are some things that still need to be…
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January 5, 2026 0

Need a New Year’s Resolution? Consider reading more

A new year has arrived, and many people are combining up with ways that they could better themselves in 2026, whether it be exercising more, eating healthier, or learning a new skill. If you’re one of these people still looking for a resolution, Ada librarian Asha Osborn says reading more makes a great resolution, and…
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January 5, 2026 0