Author: Prestin Douville

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Senate Finance Committee passes real EMS bill 

During their most recent meeting the Minnesota Senate Finance Committee heard SF3886 which is a bill authored by Senator Grant Hauschild (D-Hermantown) that would help fund rural EMS departments.  Senator Hauschild tells us more about his bill.  After Senator Hauschild’s rundown of the bill Senator Eric Pratt (R-Prior Lake) introduced the A-17 Amendment that would…
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May 17, 2024 0

Norman County Corn and Soybean Growers Donate Books to Ada Borup West School 

The Norman County Corn and Soybean Growers donated multiple books to the Ada Borup West School library on Thursday morning. Norman County Corn and Soybean Growers President Corey Hanson says the Corn and Soybean growers made this donation so that kids can learn more about where their food comes from in a way that is…
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May 17, 2024 0

Town Hall held in Fosston regarding Essentia Health Dispute 

A town hall meeting hosted by Essentia Health was held at the Fosston High School on Wednesday night regarding the ongoing dispute between Essentia and the City of Fosston. Fosston Mayor Jim Offerdahl gives an update on the dispute and where they’re at in the termination process.  Offerdahl also gave his takeaway from the meeting,…
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May 16, 2024 0

Camas Incorporated using chicken yokes to create antibodies for farm animals 

Camas Incorporated out of Le Center Minnesota is leading the way in the development and research of a lesser known process of using egg yolks to create antibodies in order to combat diseases of farm animals. Camas CEO Brad Mitteness was a guest on the Farm and Field show and he tells us more about…
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May 16, 2024 0

Norman County Sheriff’s Office taking registrations for K9 and Project Lifesaver Cornhole Fundraiser 

The Norman County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting a fundraiser on June 12 for their Project Lifesaver and K9 programs. Norman County Sheriff Chief Deputy Matt Wagner gives us a rundown of what they have planned.  To register a team call or stop by the Norman County Sheriff’s Office at 218-784-7114. There will be 32…
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May 16, 2024 0

Public invited to Win-E-Mac 4th Grade Wax Museum Event 

The Win-E-Mac 4th Grade class will be hosting a Wax Museum fundraiser event this Friday. Win-E-Mac 4th grade teacher Ross Roragen explains what this event is and how it works.  Roragen says this event has a long history at Win-E-Mac and that all the funds raised from the event will go to local charities.  Roragen…
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May 16, 2024 0

Senate Republican attempt to expel Nicole Mitchell Fails 

Wednesday’s Minnesota Senate Floor Session kicked off with an attempt by Senate Republicans to expel Senator Nicole Mitchell from her position in the Minnesota Senate due to her recent arrest last month. Mitchell is accused of breaking into her stepmothers to steal items that belonged to her late father. Senator Zach Duckworth (R-Lakeview) brought the…
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May 16, 2024 0

Norman County East Referendum Passes

The Norman County East School District held their referendum vote on Tuesday and the results are in. According to the Norman County East School District  both questions passed with Question one passing 354 to 108 (77%), and Question two passing 341 to 123 (74%). Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell gives his reaction to the…
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May 15, 2024 0

Ada Borup West School Board Meets 

During their most recent board meeting on Tuesday morning the Ada Borup West School Board made some changes to their property and liability insurance coverage. Ada Borup West Superintendent Aaron Cook tells us more.  Cook says the school board also heard updates from administration who say students are keeping busy and finding lots of success…
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May 15, 2024 0

Norman County East FFA elect new officers at FFA Banquet 

The Norman County East FFA Chapter held their end of the year banquet last Friday to acknowledge the work done by their members over the past year and to elect new officers for the 2024/2025 school year. NCE FFA co-advisor Carrie Booth says she is proud of the work done by her students and shares…
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May 15, 2024 0