Author: Prestin Douville

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Sons of Norway Granlund Lodge hosting free Norwegian Genealogy workshop 

The Sons of Norway Granlund Lodge #40 will be hosting a free Norwegian Genealogy workshop with George Olson during their monthly meeting Thursday, June 13. Lodge President Wes Roland tells us more.  Roland told us more about the Sons of Norway and what the organization is all about.  The Sons of Norway Granlund Lodge #40…
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June 11, 2024 0

Norman-Polk Extension taking registrations for Youth Tractor Stations 

Norman and Polk County Extension is now accepting registrations for their Youth Tractor Safety class on July 21 and 22 at the Polk County Fairgrounds. University of Minnesota Extension Educator Heather Dufault says this class is important for those working on farms and tells us what this class entails. For more information and to get…
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June 11, 2024 0

Norman County Fair 4H preview 

The Norman County Fair kicks off on June 19 and the Norman County 4H is gearing up for a busy weekend. Norman County 4H Extension Educator Linda Houglum says that her 4Hers will be starting early this year and previews some of the activities going on the first few days of the fair.  Houglum says…
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June 11, 2024 0

Twin Valley City Council Meets 

The Twin Valley City Council met in regular session Monday night. First major discussion the board discussed was a bond approval for a water and sewer project. Twin Valley Mayor Mike Bolton tells us more.  Bolton tells us more about a demo property incentive the city is now offering to landowners with vacant properties that…
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June 11, 2024 0

Operation Check Six to make Norman County Fair Debut 

A new organization will be making their debut appearance at the Norman County Fair as a way to highlight the work they do with veterans of the Red River Valley.  Operation Check Six Co-Founder Dan Hudson tells us more about his organization.  Hudson tells us more about their Norman County Fair visit, and what they…
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June 10, 2024 0

Landmark Summer Rec still taking registrations 

Landmark Summer Rec out of Halstad is still accepting registrations for their summer activities, which start today. Program organizer Michael Bare tells us more about this program and how it was started.  Bare says the activities students will take part in through the program can range from athletics to activities like board games and self…
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June 10, 2024 0

Ada Borup West Summer School Program 

The Ada Borup West Summer School programs kick off today, and ABW educators are looking forward to another summer of educational fun. Dawn Tinjum of the ABW summer program tells us what an average day in the program looks like.  Tinjum says they will also be offering daily STEM activities through the Summer programs as…
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June 10, 2024 0

Expect similar regulations for 2024 Deer Season 

After a few brutal years for the Minnesota deer population, Minnesota DNR Northwest Wildlife Supervisor Rob Baden says the Minnesota deer population will likely see a large recovery. Baden explains why this recovery is happening and how it could affect deer hunting regulations.  While on the topic of baby deer, Baden also reminds you to…
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June 10, 2024 0

Wild Rice Conservation Club Heiberg Fishing Derby sees record numbers 

The 16th Annual Wild Rice Conservation Club Heiberg Fishing Derby went off without a hitch on Saturday. WRCC member Nicole Nogowski says the derby was a massive success and that they had a record turnout.  Nogowski shared the results of the derby as well.  For more information on the Wild Rice Conservation and photos from…
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June 8, 2024 0

Ada Borup West SRO Golf Scramble a Success 

The Ada Police Department and Ada Borup West School held their School Resource Officer Golf Scramble Friday afternoon. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager says the event was a huge success.  Ada Borup West Superintendent Aaron Cook shared similar sentiments.  Hager says the SRO was positioned at the Ada Borup West School the final month of…
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June 7, 2024 0