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The Norman County Fair is right around the corner and there will be some new events at this year’s celebration. One event making its debut at the Norman County Fair this year is FFA Day. Norman County Fair President Don Merkens tells us more about this event. Again FFA Day will be on Wednesday, June…
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The Mahnomen City Council met in regular session Monday night for their first meeting of June, of the topics discussed at the meeting the topic that took up the most time was a land lease agreement with the Mashkiki Dispensary. Mahnomen City Administrator Taylor Guenther tells us what was decided. Guenther says there was also…
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With summer now officially here Lake Bemidji State Park is ramping up their summer programs and offering multiple events every week this month. Lake Bemidji State Park Naturalist Christa Drake highlights some of these programs and events. Drake says they will also be holding their summer concert series every Sunday. For more information on events…
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Spots are still available for the Ada Borup West School Resource Officer Golf Scramble fundraiser on Friday June 7. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager says the event will be a good time and that all funds raised from the event will go to the Ada Borup West SRO program. Registration for a four person team…
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Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is promoting the importance of having a healthy home as a part of their Environmental Health Initiative. Living in a healthy environment leads to a lower chance of injury, illness, disease and can even improve your mental health. Sarah Kjono of Norman-Mahnomen and her daughter Cora share some principles of a healthy…
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After Randy Bruer announced he would be retiring from his position as Win-E-Mac Superintendent back in February the Win-E-Mac school board has been in the process of hiring a new Superintendent for the 2024/2025 School year and beyond. School Board Chairman Jim Ferden gives an update on how the search has gone so far. Ferden…
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Like many schools across the region the Mahnomen School District gives students an opportunity to take part in a summer learning program. STEAM Camp organizer Mandi Okeson says one thing that makes her program unique, is the opportunity to give kids a more hands-on approach to learning in a more relaxed environment. While the registration…
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The Northwest Minnesota Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #8 (NWMFOP) is now taking registrations for their 5K Run/Walk in Hawley on Saturday, June 8 during Rodeo Fest. Fawn Krosch of the NWMFOP shares more information on the Run/Walk and how you can get registered. Krosch also told us more about the Fraternal Order of Police…
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While often being known for its beautiful summer weather, Minnesota is also known for mosquitoes. NDSU Entomologist Dr Mark Boetel says he expects Summer of 2024 to be a harsh year for mosquitoes. Dr Boetel says there are things you can do to reduce mosquito habitats on your property. For the full conversation with Dr…
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Three weeks ago the Mahnomen School broke ground on their new school addition and progress has been made despite recent weather trends. Mahnomen Superintendent Jeff Bisek gives an update on construction. The Mahnomen School construction project is scheduled to be finished by the fall of 2025.