Author: Prestin Douville

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Mahnomen School exploring idea of Teacher Apprenticeship Program 

Finding teachers can often be difficult for schools in rural America, and in response the Mahnomen School District is exploring the idea of implementing a Teacher Apprenticeship Program  for Para-Professionals. Mahnomen Superintendent Andrea Simon tells us more.  Simon says this program is a direct response to the ongoing teacher shortage.  During their meeting earlier this…
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February 26, 2026 0

House Democrats announce anti-fraud package 

Fraud is expected to be one of the biggest issues for both the DFL and GOP in the Minnesota Legislature this year, and House Democrats have officially announced their package to address this ongoing issue. House DFL Leader Zack Stephenson says House Democrats are committed to holding fraudsters accountable, which he thinks this package does. …
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February 25, 2026 0

Ada Borup West FFA holding annual College & Career Fair 

In celebration of National FFA Week, the Ada Borup West FFA Chapter will be hosting a school wide College & Career Fair this Friday. Ada Borup West FFA Advisor Abbie Savage says this is an event they hold each year, because it’s a great way for students to get connected with area career opportunities and…
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February 25, 2026 0

Norman County East FFA program continuing to grow after finding stability 

Norman County East FFA is celebrating National FFA Week, and after re-establishing itself a few years back, the Norman County East FFA Chapter is continuing to see growth after finding stability in the organization’s leadership. Chapter Vice President Will Woltjer says it’s fun to see the continued growth in the program after a few years…
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February 25, 2026 0

Annual Flom Soup Dinner is this weekend 

The Annual Flom Soup Dinner fundraiser is this weekend, and all are invited to come enjoy a delicious meal, while also having some fun. Event Representative Christina Lien tells us what they have planned for this weekend.  Money raised from the event will go to the Flom Hall renovation project, and Lien highlights some of…
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February 25, 2026 0

Naytahwaush Nightriders Team up with Brady Oberg Legacy Foundation 

Last week, the Naytahwaush Nightriders Snowmobile Club teamed up with the Brady Oberg Legacy Foundation for their annual veterans snowmobile ride. Steve Paul of Naytahwaush Nightriders gives us a recap of the ride, and the experiences they were able to give to area veterans.  Paul says the ride was a humbling experience for him, and…
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February 25, 2026 0

Mahnomen School Board exploring new cell phone policy 

The Mahnomen School Board had discussions about potentially adopting a new cell phone policy at their meeting on Monday night. Mahnomen Superintendent Andrea Simon tells us more about the policy they’re considering, which would be similar to the cell phone policy at the Waubun School District.  Simon says the school board also approved a number…
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February 25, 2026 0

Ada Borup West E-Sports sending students to state competition 

The Ada Borup West E-Sports team has qualified for the Minnesota State E-Sports Tournament  at St. Cloud State University in mid March. Ada Borup West E-Sports Advisor Mark Farwell is excited to announce that they will be sending nine students to this year’s state competition.  Farwell gives us a preview of what the state tournament…
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February 25, 2026 0

Northwest Minnesota Suicide Prevention assisting communities with suicide prevention services

Suicide is something that can affect every community, and for communities in Northwest Minnesota, the Northwest Minnesota Suicide Prevention Unit is there to help each community with their individual needs. Brenna Olson is the Northwest Minnesota Suicide Prevention Coordinator, and she tells us more about the unit, and the work they do with communities across…
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February 24, 2026 0

Ada Borup West celebrating National FFA Week 

It’s National FFA Week, and the Ada Borup West FFA Chapter is celebrating accordingly, by promoting FFA and its members, with the hopes of getting more students involved in organization. Hannah Brandt is a member of the Ada Borup West FFA Chapter, and she shares the kinds of opportunities that FFA offers to area students. …
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February 24, 2026 0