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Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office gearing up for Clearwater County Fair

The Clearwater County Fair kicks off on Wednesday, and the Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office is sharing some reminders for fair goers, so that everyone can have a fun time. Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson shares some advice to those who will be bringing children to the fair.  While the fair is supposed to be fun,…
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August 3, 2026 0

New era at the Hawley School 

The Hawley School District has seen a lot of change this summer, as they have a new superintendent for the first time in over twenty years, as well as a new middle school, and more. New Superintendent Jordan Spaeth told R&J News that now’s an exciting time to be joining a district that is so…
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August 3, 2026 0

Lake Bemidji State Park Update 

Summer is just about over, and the folks over at Lake Bemidji State Park will be closing out summer with an August full of free programming. Lake Bemidji State Park Naturalist Christa Drake gives us a preview of some of their August programming.  While the typical wildflower season has passed, Drake says another thing you…
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July 31, 2026 0

Missoula Children’s Theatre returning to Ada next week 

The Missoula Children’s Theatre will be returning to Ada next week and area youth are all invited to participate. However, did you know that the Ada Summer Children’s Theatre has been working with the Missoula Children’s Theatre for over thirty years? GiGi Solseng of the Ada Summer Children’s Theatre talks more about their partnership with…
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July 31, 2026 0

Hegne Hustlers 4H Club to Hold Pie & Ice Cream Social next week 

All are invited to the Norman County Fairgrounds on Monday, as the Hegne Hustlers 4H Club will be holding a Pie & Ice Cream Social. Keira and Amy Traut of the Hegne Hustlers tell us more.  Traut says the social event also gives an excellent opportunity for youth to get involved with 4H, and she…
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July 31, 2026 0

Moorhead Legion Project continues to make progress 

The Moorhead American Legion recently made strides in their expansion project, and progress is ramping up quicker than expected. Moorhead American Legion Manager Scott Moen gives us the latest update on the project.  While many of the plans need to be flushed out, Moen tells us what the ultimate goal of the project is.  For…
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July 31, 2026 0

New Superintendent at the Hawley School District 

For the first time in over twenty years, there’s a new superintendent at the Hawley School District, as former Waubun Superintendent Jordan Spaeth recently took over the position. R&J News had the chance to catch up with Spaeth, who says his first month on job has gone well, and he’s continuing to get situated.  Spaeth…
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July 31, 2026 0

Prioritize Farm Safety this harvest 

With the Red River Valley Wheat Harvest underway, and more to come over the coming month, area producers are reminded to prioritize their safety. Heather Dufault of Norman & Polk County Extension tells us more.  Dufault says working farming is considered one of the most dangerous jobs in the midwest.  Dufault also reminds people about…
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July 31, 2026 0

Who Filed for Office in Polk County?

The filing period is now closed for municipal and city offices in Minnesota, and this election cycle there will be many races on the ballot in Polk County. Here is who will be running for local office this November.  City of Erskine: Mayor (Elect One)  Marc Plante City Council (Elect Two)  Julie Bauer Stephanie Laster…
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July 31, 2026 0

Who Ran for Office in Norman County? 

The filing period has closed for municipal and city offices in Minnesota, and this election cycle there will be many contested races across Norman County. Here is who will be running for local office this November.  City of Ada:  Mayor (Elect One)  James Austinson Wayne H. Kroshus Shawn Roux Council (Elect 4)  Mark Brownlee Jason…
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July 30, 2026 0