Author: Prestin Douville

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Ada Borup West welcoming teachers back next week 

The Back to School season is officially underway in the Ada Borup West School District, as they will be welcoming teachers back in the building next week. Ada Borup West High School Principal Josh Carlson tells us more.  The first day of school for students at Ada Borup West is September 2, and Superintendent Aaron…
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August 20, 2026 0

Lake Itasca Region Pioneer Farmers Show returns this weekend 

The Lake Itasca Region Pioneer Farmers Show returns to Lake Itasca this weekend, and this year’s show is a big one, as they will be celebrating the show’s 50 Year Anniversary. Event Representative Tim Johnson previews some of the cool things you could see this weekend.  Johnson says there will also be plenty of activities…
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August 19, 2026 0

 Norman County East School gearing up for new school year 

The 2026/2027 School Year is just a few weeks away, and the Norman County East School District is close to full staff for the school year. Norman County East School Board Chair Jason Douville says there are still some support staff positions that could be filled.  Douville says the school board also approved new contracts…
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August 19, 2026 0

Hometown HOPE seeking enter gear donations 

Winter may be months away still, but Hometown HOPE is already getting ready for the cold, as they are now accepting donations for their Winter Gear Drive. Hometown HOPE Director Kristi Beyl tells us more.  Beyl says if there are any groups or organizations that would like to volunteer, they are always looking for help,…
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August 19, 2026 0

Roger Moe meets with  Red River Watershed Management Board ahead of 50 Year Anniversary 

The Red River Watershed Management Board (RRWMB) will be celebrating their 50 year anniversary next week, and the board hosted a special guest at their meeting on Tuesday morning, as Former Senate Majority Leader Roger Moe made an appearance to talk about the founding of the RRWMB. R&J News had the opportunity to talk with…
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August 19, 2026 0

Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office shares back to school reminders

Back to school season is here, which means that our city and county streets and roads will be seeing an influx of school traffic in the morning and afternoon. For this reason, Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson says that people need to start paying extra attention in the morning and afternoon, especially as many extra…
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August 19, 2026 0

Lakes Community Cooperative to transition Lake Park Hardware store into new Retail Meat Market 

Lakes Community Cooperative announced earlier today that the Lake Park Hardware Store will undergo a major transition to become a retail meat market featuring products from their Perham Meat Market. Lakes Community Cooperative General Manager tells us more.  Bloomseth says this change comes as a result of the success of their meat market in Perham,…
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August 17, 2026 0

Ada Public Library Update 

Summer break is winding down for families across Minnesota, and if you’re one of those families who are looking to get one last vacation before the start of the school year, the Ada Public Library may be able to help. Ada Librarian Asha Osborn reminds area residents that they have free state park passes available…
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August 17, 2026 0

Traill County Veterans Service Update 

When people hear the term veterans benefits, they often have the belief that the VA only offers benefits for families, but did you know the VA also helps veterans spouses after their partner has passed? Traill County Veterans Service Officer La Lynda Blotsky explains.  If you are a veteran in need of assistance, Blotsky says…
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August 17, 2026 0

Fertile Beltrami gearing up for 2026/2027 School Year 

The Countdown for the start of the school year has begun, and those in the Fertile Beltrami School can expect a major change, as the district is one of many to switch over to Bound, who is taking over many of the schools services. Superintendent Brian Clarke explains.  Clarke also shared some important information that…
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August 17, 2026 0