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SAFE Kids Grand Forks reminding boaters to wear a lifejacket this Independence Day 

Coming up later this weekend, Minnesota, and North Dakota Lakes will be full of boaters celebrating the Independence Day holiday, making it one of the most dangerous weekends of the year to be on Minnesota’s Waters. For this reason, Carma Hansen of Safe Kids Grand Forks reminds boaters to make sure everyone is wearing their…
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June 29, 2026 0

End of an era at the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School District 

June 30 marks the end of June, and for those at the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School District, the end of the month also marks the last day for Superintendent Jordan Spaeth, who will be leading the Hawley School District in 2026/2027. R&J News had a chance to catch up with Spaeth, who thanked the Waubun community…
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June 29, 2026 0

New Opdahl’s Mini Donuts Owner wraps up first fair as new owner 

After over 30 years, the Opdahl’s Mini Donuts stand is under new management, and new owner Cody Opdahl, wrapped up his first ever fair as an owner at the Norman County Fair. R&J News had the chance to catch up with Opdahl, who tells us more about his history of working in the stand, and…
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June 29, 2026 0

Norman-Mahnomen Public Health reminding people to drink responsibly 

The Norman County Fair will be wrapping up later today, but not before another day jammed packed with fun for the whole family. However, if you are going to be consuming some adult beverages in celebration of the fair this weekend, Kim Myers of Norman Mahnomen Public Health says to do so responsibly.  For more…
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June 27, 2026 0

Operation Check Six to perform at Norman County Fair 

This afternoon, Operation Check Six will be taking to the Tommy Roesch Memorial Stage to perform their veterans program. Operation Check Six Founder Dan Hudson explains what Operation Check Six is, and how music ties into their mission.  As for what you can expect from the show, Hudson says you can expect to hear some…
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June 27, 2026 0

Livestock Judge shares advice to area Showmen & Women 

The Norman County 4H Barnes have been very busy throughout the fair, as livestock Shows have been a common sight, and throughout the shows, the 4Hers that have been showing have been noticeably improving. R&J News had the chance to catch up with Livestock Judge Greg Harder, who shares some advice that all 4H show…
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June 27, 2026 0

Norman-Mahnomen Public Health shares reminders for Norman County Fair 

The Norman County Fair is underway, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is sharing some reminders for families before they leave home for the fair. Allie Lisburg of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health encourages families to enjoy the fair and all its offerings, but to not overdue it.  Lisburg also reminds families that they have resources available to them…
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June 26, 2026 0

Princess Kay of the Milky Way visits the Norman County Fair  

The Norman County Fair had a very special royal visit on Thursday, as Princess Kay of the Milky Way was in Ada for the Norman County Fair Royal Celebration. Malorie Thorson, who is the 72nd woman to hold the title of Princess Kay, tells us more about the role the princess has in the Minnesota…
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June 26, 2026 0

Dean of Minnesota Extension tours the Norman County Fair 

4H plays a massive role in the Norman County Fair each year, and this year Norman County 4H had the opportunity to host  Minnesota Extension Dean Beverly Durgan for a tour of the fairgrounds. R&J News had the chance to catch up with Durgan, who talks more about her visit.  Durgan also talks more about…
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June 26, 2026 0