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Hawley School Construction Update

Progress continues to be made at the Hawley School as their construction project continues to move along. Elementary Principal Chris Ellingson gives an update on what’s being worked on.  For the latest news in the Hawley School District tune into the Hawley School News every Thursday at 1:15 PM on 106.5 KRJB 


April 15, 2024 0

Norman County East FFA going to State Conference 

Norman County East FFA will be leaving for the Minnesota State FFA Convention soon. NCE FFA member Katelyn Duray tells us who will be going and the events they are competing in.  Duray tells us what she’s most excited for this year, and her favorite memory from past state conventions  The 2024 State Convention will…
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April 15, 2024 0

Chippewa National Forest accepting applications for Youth Archaeology Workshop 

The Chippewa National Forest is looking for students in 8th or 9th grade interested in a career in archaeology to apply for their free Youth Archaeology Workshop on June 11 through 13. Chippewa National Forest archaeologist Sean Dunham tells us more about this program.  Dunham says they have already chosen a site to work on…
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April 15, 2024 0

Greta Paschke Scholarship Concert is this Sunday 

This Sunday, musicians from the Mayport area will be gathering to put on a concert in honor of longtime Mayville St and Mayport-CG musician and educator Greta Paschke. Concert organizer Wendell Berg tells us more about the event and how it came to be.  Berg tells us more about Paschuke and her connection/impact on the…
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April 13, 2024 0

Norman County Historical Society Spaghetti Supper is Sunday 

On Sunday from 11:00 Am to 1:00 PM the Norman County Historical Society will be hosting their Spaghetti Supper fundraiser. Historical Society Representative Solvieg Kitchell says the money raised from the dinner will go to a building project they’re working on.  The dinner will take place from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Ada…
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April 12, 2024 0

Gary City Council Meets 

The Gary City Council met for their monthly meeting on Wednesday night. On the agenda was a discussion about their Water and Sewer Program. Mayor Buck Engen tells us more.  Engen says they are also going to apply for a grant that would buy equipment for their Wellness Center.  Lastly the council approved a pair…
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April 12, 2024 0

Cass Lake Bena Robotics going to World Championship in Houston 

Accelerator Robotics out of Cass Lake Bena high school will be one of the teams that will be representing the Northern Minnesota Robotics Conference (NMRC) at the World Championship in Houston Texas. Team captains Kaylyn and Iris say they are excited to be able to represent the region.  The Accelerators say they qualified for the…
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April 12, 2024 0

Norman County East First Grade publishes their own book 

First graders at the Norman County East School recently became published authors and illustrators. NCE First Grade Teacher Laurie Stuhaug tells us more about this unique project.  Stuhaug says this project is an excellent way to teach students a multitude of skills all while having a blast.  Stuhaug told us more about the story the…
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April 12, 2024 0

Senate discusses bill requiring a license to sell scrap copper 

The Minnesota Senate committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection discussed a piece of legislation that aims to combat copper theft, as Minnesota cities and townships continue to deal with theft of copper wiring in their equipment. Bill author Senator Sandy Pappas explains how her bill works.  Senator Jeff Howe voiced his concerns with the bill…
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April 12, 2024 0

Art Day at the Hawley Elementary School 

It’s Art Day for students at the Hawley Elementary School. Elementary Principal Chris Ellingson tells us more.  For the latest news in the Hawley School District tune into the Hawley School News every Thursday at 1:15 AM on 106.5 KRJB. 


April 12, 2024 0