Author: Prestin Douville

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Bagley School conducting District Wide facility study 

The Bagley School District is currently undergoing a school wide facility study, with the hope to get a better understanding of what will need to be addressed by the district in the future. Bagley Superintendent Erich Heise tells us more about this study.  Heise says it will be nice to have this data, as district…
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April 16, 2026 0

Ada Just For Kix holding annual Spring Dance Show 

The Ada Just for Kix will be holding their annual Spring Show this Sunday at the Ada Borup West School, and the community is invited to come and show their support. Ada Just For Kix Director Rachel Brandt gives us a preview of the show.  Brandt says they are also excited to be joined on…
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April 15, 2026 0

What to do in a downed powerline situation

During his appearance on the KKCQ Food for Thought Program, Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman had a discussion about the danger of downed power lines in the event of a vehicular accident or weather event. Tadman tells us more about the dangers of downed power lines, and how you should respond to one if you’re…
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April 15, 2026 0

Plenty to do at Itasca State Park this Spring 

The Spring season is officially underway at Itasca State Park, which means that now’s a great time to see what the park has to offer. Itasca State Park Naturalist Sandra Lichter says spring is a great time to visit the park, as there’s something new to see each week. More information about amenities and services…
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April 15, 2026 0

Ada Bio Girls gearing up for Annual 5K 

The Ada Bio Girls recently passed the halfway point of their 2026, which means that they’re gearing up for their annual Chapter Service Project and 5K. Ada Bio Girls site director Tera Johnson says her girls have been working very hard this year, and that this season has been a huge success.  Johnson tells us…
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April 15, 2026 0

Fosston Knowledge Bowl defends state championship 

After months of hard work, the Fosston Knowledge Bowl team is officially back to back state champions. R&J News’ Tom Lano talks with Fosston Knowledge Bowl coaches Ron Berntson and Holly O’Shea about the competition this past weekend.  Team member Micah Malmanger says there was a lot of pressure on them this time around.  Caleb…
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April 15, 2026 0

Safe Schools Bill fails to advance in House Education Finance Committee

House File 3493, a bill that would address school safety, was brought forward for a vote in the House Education Finance Committee on Tuesday. During a press conference before the vote, bill author Bryan Lawrence (R-Princeton) spoke more about his bill and what it does.  Representative Cheryl Youakim (DFL) spoke in opposition of the bill…
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April 14, 2026 0

Take a trip to Lake Bemidji State Park this spring 

Spring weather has officially arrived, which means that now’s a great time to get outside and enjoy the outdoors. Lake Bemidji State Park Naturalist Christa Drake says early spring is a great time to visit the park.  Go to the Lake Bemidji State Park webpage on the Minnesota DNR website at dnr.state.mn.us for more information…
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April 14, 2026 0

While temperatures rise hypothermia still a major risk 

While the temperatures outside are getting warmer, water temperatures across Northern Minnesota remain very cold. The warmer temperatures can give a false sense of security to people when it comes to water safety, leaving an increased risk of Hypothermia. Carma Hansen of SAFE Kids Grand Forks explains what Hypothermia is and how the body reacts…
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April 14, 2026 0

Norman County East sending students to State FFA this weekend 

Norman County East FFA will be sending multiple students to the Minnesota State FFA Convention this Sunday. Norman County East FFA Advisor Hannah Baumgartner says they will be sending five students to state convention this weekend.  Baumgartner says it’s really exciting to give her students the opportunity to go to state.  Norman County East will…
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April 14, 2026 0