Author: Prestin Douville

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Ada Borup West gearing up for 2024/2025 School year 

Believe it or not, but August is here, which means school is right around the corner, and parents are encouraged to start getting ready for the school year early. Ada Borup West High School Principal Josh Carlson says back to school prep can be made easier for students and parents by signing up for the…
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August 1, 2024 0

Red River Retention Authority Partner Summit Recap 

The Red River Retention Authority Partnership Summit was yesterday in East Grand Forks. Red River Retention Authority Executive Director Brian Fuder says the summit was very productive and tells us some of the things that were discussed.  During the summit Fuder said that  former US House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin Peterson gave a presentation on…
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August 1, 2024 0

NSDU Crop and Field Day features plot on Spring Tail

R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier was in attendance at the Crop and Field Day in Prosper North Dakota on Tuesday, and had a discussion with NDSU Entomologist Dr Mark Botel, about his presentation at the event. Branch tells us more about his project which is centered around Spring Tail.  Botel tells us more about Spring…
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August 1, 2024 0

NDSU Crop and Field Day in Prosper 

R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier was in attendance at the Crop and Field Day in Prosper North Dakota on Tuesday, and talked with Dr Tom Peters of NDSU Extension who is presenting two trials. Peters tells us more about his trial and the goal of it.  Peters also went more in depth on each of…
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July 31, 2024 0

Red River Watershed Management Board Project Update 

The Red River Watershed Management Board (RRWMB) Projects in the middle of many projects across the Red River Valley. Rob Sip and Jason Braaten of the RRWMB break down their 2024 project budget and how it’s being allocated for projects across the Red River Watershed.  Delays are expected for projects next year due to the…
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July 31, 2024 0

Clearwater County Fair kicks off today

The Clearwater County Fair kicks off today in Bagley and runs through Sunday. Clearwater County Fair representative Whitney Visser gives us a preview of what’s going on today.  Visser says the midway will also be opening this evening.  96.7 FM KKCQ will be bringing you live broadcasts from the Clearwater Fair throughout the rest of…
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July 31, 2024 0

Fosston Police Department Update 

During his monthly department update on the KKCQ Food For Thought program Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve announced that there’s a new prescription drug drop off box at the Pharmacy in Fosston.  Juve says he has also been asked questions on the appropriate number to call when wanting to contact local law enforcement.  Finally, Juve…
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July 31, 2024 0

Twin Valley Public Official filing period now open 

The City of Twin Valley’s filing period for public office is now open and Twin Valley residents interested in serving their community are encouraged to run for office. Twin Valley City Clerk Rachel Johnson tells us what seats are up for election, and some requirements a candidate must meet.  Johnson also walked us through the…
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July 31, 2024 0

Traill County Giving Project Back to School Supply Drive 

The Traill County Giving Project (TCGP) will be holding their Back to School Supply Drive on Thursday, August 8 from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at the Mayville Lutheran Church. TCGP representative Beth Morrow tells us more.  Morrow also highlighted some school items they are most in need of, if you want to donate school…
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July 31, 2024 0

REACH Update 

REACH is now offering a new way for their clients to pick up items from their food pantry. REACH Director Stephanie Schneck says the program called OrderAhead will make it easier for people to access the food shelf. Schneck also reminds people that their school supply distribution is next week, and she thanks everyone for…
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July 30, 2024 0