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Cormorant Lakes Sportsman’s Club hosting Youth Turkey Hunting Seminar 

The Cormorant Lakes Sportsman’s Club is hosting a Youth Turkey Hunting Seminar on Saturday, March 9 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Guest instructor Rodney Brasel explains what his seminar will cover.  For more information or to get registered call Scott Erickson at 701-552-2385. 


February 29, 2024 0

Mahnomen Students perform in MMEA Elementary All-Star Choir

Mahnomen Elementary students LaTaya Smith and Emma Lefstad had the opportunity to take part in the 2024 Minnesota Music Educators Association: Elementary All Star Choir on February 17 in Minneapolis. Mahnomen Activities Director Aimee Pederson tells us more about the program.  R&J’s Sean Bjerk caught up with Smith and Lovested to talk about their experience…
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February 29, 2024 0

Ada Borup West School hosting ECFE Gym Night on Thursday 

The Ada Borup West School District will be hosting their Early Childhood Family Education Gym Night later today. Ada Borup West Activities Director Kenley Whalin tells us more about the event.  The event will take place in the Cougar Den. For the latest news in the Ada Borup West School District tune into the Ada…
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February 29, 2024 0

Ted Foss Law

In the State of Minnesota there’s a law called the Ted Foss Law also known as the “Move Over Law” that requires drivers to slow down and move over for first responders with their lights on. Fosston police officer Jim Juve appeared on the Food For Thought program on Monday to discuss this law and…
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February 28, 2024 0

Minnesota Lawmakers considering the legalization of Sports Betting 

One topic that has been discussed over the past few years in Minnesota is the legalization of sports betting. Minnesota State Representative Deb Kiel says that this year is no different and that legislation may reach the house floor soon.  Currently 38 States and the District of Columbia have legalized sports betting through online sports…
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February 28, 2024 0

Plans for Ada Rescue Squad coming together 

In late 2023 the interest in establishing a volunteer rescue services was expressed by members of the community. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager appeared on Tuesday’s Kaleidoscope Program to give an update on the progress being made in the potential creation of this department.  Hager says everything is starting to come together and is confident…
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February 28, 2024 0

54th Annual Snodeo at Pinehurst

For the second weekend in a row there will be racing at Pinehurst! The Nightriders Snowmobile Club is teaming up again with  Cor Powersports for the 54th running of the Snodeo 200. Steve “Carrot” Paul of the Nightriders tells us more.  Paul says there will be more than just racing going, as there will also…
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February 28, 2024 0

City of Twin Valley hoping to complete Heiberg Park Trail Project by end of the year 

The City of Twin Valley announced plans to create a new trail system near Heiberg Park at their most recent City Council meeting. Twin Valley Parks and Rec member and City Council member Mark Askelson tells us more about this project and what it would entail.  Askelson laid out a potential timeline for the project…
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February 28, 2024 0

Itasca State Park March Events 

As we enter the back end of the Winter season Itasca State Park still has many events and programs scheduled for the month of March. Itasca State Park Park Naturalist Sandra Lichter highlights some of the things going on next month.  Then near the end of the month there will be more events and programs…
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February 28, 2024 0