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Pine to Prairie Pheasants Forever holding annual Banquet

The Pine to Prairie Pheasants Forever Chapter serving Mahnomen and Becker County will be holding their annual Chapter Banquet this Friday, and all are invited to attend. Chapter Representative David Bloomseth tells us more about the event.  Money raised from the event will go right back to the chapter who will disperse the funds to…
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March 10, 2026 0

Purina Feed & Lakes Community Co-op holding annual Cow Calf Meeting in Flom 

Purina Feed & Lakes Community Cooperative will be holding their annual Cow Calf Meeting in Flom on Thursday evening, and area cattlemen and women are invited to attend. Bruce Winter of Purina Feed tells us what we can expect from the event.  Again, that will take place this Thursday at 5:00 PM in Flom. 


March 10, 2026 0

Polk County Chief Deputy Mike Norland running for Sheriff 

Last month, it was announced that Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman would be retiring at the end of the year, andPolk County Chief Deputy Mike Norland has already thrown his name in the ring to become the next sheriff. R&J News had the opportunity to catch up with Norland, who tells us more about himself…
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March 10, 2026 0

Ada Public Works Director shares thoughts on Public Works building project 

In exactly one week, the Ada City Council will make the final decision on how they will move forward with the Ada Public Works building project, and the city is currently seeking feedback from residents. During his visit on the KRJB Kaleidoscope Program, Ada Public Works Director Brian Rasmussen spoke more about the proposed project,…
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March 10, 2026 0

Today is township election day 

Today is township election day in Minnesota, and all residents of local townships are encouraged to participate in their townships election, and annual meetings. Steve Fenske of the Minnesota Association of Townships says it’s important for township residents to participate in their local elections and meetings.  Fenske says a lot can go on during these…
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March 10, 2026 0

Polk County Commission Update 

After being short a member for multiple months due to the resignation and passing of former Commission Chair Mark Holy, the Polk County Commission is at full strength after a special election last month. Polk County Commissioner Joan Lee says she is happy for the commission to be at full strength, and she has confidence…
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March 10, 2026 0

Twin Valley City Council meets 

The Twin Valley City Council had further discussions on a renters ordinance at their meeting on Monday night, and heard lots of feedback from city rental property owners. Twin Valley City Clerk Rachel Johnson tells us more.  Other items from Monday’s meeting included discussions about advertising, the purchase of a new fryer for the municipal…
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March 10, 2026 0

Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council holding Director Election this month 

The Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council (MSRPC) will be holding an election this month for one of their District 1,2 & 3 Director positions. MSRPC Communications Specialist Mark Askelson says the Council will see a new District Director for region 1,2 and 3.  Askelson also encourages all area producers to reach out and get…
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March 9, 2026 0

Polk County Sheriff’s Office encouraging property owners to do walk throughs 

With the temperatures getting warmer, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging property owners to take some time to visit their properties, and do walk-throughs. Polk County Patrol Sgt. Ben Stout explains what kind of walk-throughs you should be doing and why.  If you notice something missing, you should contact and file a report with…
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March 9, 2026 0

Norman Mahnomen Public Health sharing ways you can live a more nutritious lifestyle 

March is Nutrition Month, and Norman Mahnomen Public Health is sharing ways that you can live a more nutritious lifestyle. If you’re a person who would like to live a more nutritious lifestyle, Kristi Rott of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says healthy eating starts where you shop.  If you’re a person who would like to eat…
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