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The 2026 Minnesota Legislative Session is less than a month away, and like the past few years it’s expected to be a very interesting year in St Paul. Minnesota Senator Steve Green (R-Fosston) expects that it will be “one of those years” with a lot of unknowns heading into the session. As for priorities, Green…
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2026 is expected to be a tough year for farmers across the country, and many farmers may have to try something new in 2026 to stay on top of dwindling commodity prices. R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier caught up with Minnesota Department of Ag Commissioner Thom Peterson who says producers will need to get creative…
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The Norman County East School Board approved their 2026-2027 school calendar at their meeting on Wednesday evening. NCE Superintendent Rob Nudell says there are no major changes to next year’s agenda. Nudell says the board also approved an audit services contract. School Boards typically reorganize at the beginning of the year, and Nudell says this…
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The Ada Bio Girls Chapter will be kicking off year two of the program soon, but before they do so, they will be accepting new members. Ada Bio Girls Director Tera Johnson is excited to announce that they will be able to double the amount of girls participating in the program this year, and she…
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Flu season has officially arrived, and Traill District Health is reminding residents about the importance of vaccines. Brenda Stallman of Traill District Health says the flu is hitting people harder this year, which makes prevention all the more important. On top of being vaccinated, Stallman says it’s also important for people to practice good respiratory…
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Snow removal is something all homeowners need to do this time of year, but there are some things that are often forgotten. Ada Assistant Fire Chief Shawn Roux says one thing that’s often forgotten is removal of snow from gas meters, which can become a very dangerous hazard. Roux also reminds homeowners to make sure…
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The Western Norman Community Fund is currently accepting donations through the Norman County One Fund Drive, and they’re asking that you consider making them a donation. Organization representative Jessica Spaeth explains what the Western Norman Community Fund is. Spaeth says money raised through the one fund drive will be put into the fund, which would…
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Temperatures have been very cold the last couple days, and they won’t be getting warmer anytime soon. For this reason, Hillsboro High School Principal Carly Theis says it’s important for parents to make sure their kids are properly dressed for the weather, especially those older students, who are often unprepared for the cold. On top…
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The Bagley City Council and Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office have recently been in discussions regarding a potential policing contract between the city and county, and talks officially came to a halt last Wednesday. Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson tells us more about these discussions, and why the city decided against a contact. Haverson says the…
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2026 is expected to be a bonding year in the Minnesota Legislature, and entities from all across the state will be seeking funding. Red River Watershed Management Board (RRWMB) Director Rob Sip says they will be one of the many seeking funding through a bonding bill, and he lays out the board’s funding priorities for…
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