Author: Prestin Douville

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Win-E-Mac School looking for community feedback 

The Win-E-Mac School district is in the initial stage of developing an updated strategic plan for the school district and is asking for feedback from people within their school district. Win-E-Mac Superintendent Randy Bruer explains how they are collecting feedback.  The Win-E-Mac School District is currently looking for students, parents, community and staff members to…
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August 23, 2023 0

Norman County East School Board Recap 

The Norman County East School Board met last night for their monthly meeting – the final meeting before the new school year gets underway. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell said the board approved some updated handbooks. Staff training and an open house will be held next week at Norman County East. SitelogIQ is doing…
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August 23, 2023 0

Ada Police Chief discusses cannabis ordinance 

Ada Police Chief Steve Hager joined us on the latest installment of the KRJB Kaleidoscope. One of the topics he discussed is an update on an Ada cannabis ordinance.  Hager also talked about the increase in cannabis sales and DUI’s that he saw at this year’s WE Fest celebration.  You can listen to the full…
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August 23, 2023 0

Minnesota Department of Transportation to begin using wireless emergency alerts 

The Minnesota Department of Transportation announced on Monday that they have entered an agreement with the Emergency Management Agency to begin using Wireless Emergency Alerts. Wireless Emergency Alerts use the same system that notify area residents of things like AMBER Alerts and Natural Disasters.  With Wireless Emergency Alerts the Minnesota DoT will now be able…
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August 22, 2023 0

Lane closures expected on eastbound Highway 10 near Hawley and Detroit Lakes 

Drivers can expect lane closures when traveling eastbound on Highway 10 near Hawley and Detroit Lakes according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.  The Minnesota DoT says that crews will be making repairs to the pavement surface which includes milling and paving certain sections of the highway. The Minnesota DoT urges drivers to drive with…
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August 22, 2023 0

Wild Rice Watershed Update 

Tara Jensen of the Wild Rice Watershed joined us on Monday’s Kaleidoscope Program to discuss the August Budget and Levy hearing that was held during their August meeting.  Jensen also gave an update on  the 2022 Audit Proposal and what needs to be done.  Jensen also said that the Wild Rice Watershed recently submitted a…
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August 22, 2023 0

Flom Area Lions holding Annual Pancake Brunch 

The Flom Area Lions Club will be holding their annual Pancake Brunch this Sunday, and all are welcome. Flom Area Lions member Butch Johnson has the details.  Johnson also shared where the proceeds from the Pancake Brunch will go.  Johnson also talked about how their Corn Feed went earlier this month.


August 22, 2023 0

Detroit Lakes Middle School teacher raising money for comfort dog

Detroit Lakes Middle School Special Ed teacher Jessica Johnson has started the process of getting a comfort dog to help out Detroit Lakes students. In the Gofundme description Johnson says that “Having a trained comfort dog in our building would be a great tool in our campus’ mental health toolbox. The dog would come to…
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August 22, 2023 0

Mahnomen School District Welcome Students Back to School 

The Mahnomen School District welcomed all their students back for the 2023-2024 school year today and Mahnomen Superintendent Jeff Bisek has a message for Mahnomen students and parents.


August 21, 2023 0

Hendrum Family Fun Night 

On Wednesday, August 23 the Annual Hendrum Family Fun Night celebration will be going on in Hendrum. Fun Night Representative John Kolness highlights some of Wednesday’s festivities including a car show and 5K.  There will also be a basketball competition for Ron Ohren, a former Norman County West basketball coach.  There will also be plenty…
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August 21, 2023 0