Author: Prestin Douville

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Waubun School sees increase in graduation rate 

During their most recent school board meeting last Wednesday the Waubun School District looked into their past graduation rates and saw some good news. Waubun Superintendent Jordan Spaeth says their graduation rates have seen a big increase.  Spaeth says the school board also had a lengthy discussion about district goals and plans for the future. …
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April 22, 2024 0

City of Hillsboro still looking to fill multiple city positions 

Like many cities across the region the City of Hillsboro is struggling to fill many positions in their city departments. City auditor Casey Eggermont says the department that is short staffed the most is their public works department which currently has three openings.  Eggermont says they are also struggling to fill their pool manager position …
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April 20, 2024 0

Farm and Field 4/17/2024

Dr. Tom Peters (Minnesota Extension Wheat Specialist) Brandon Weber (Valley United Co-Op) Tim Leshuk (Bayer Crop Science) Jeremy Sather (Gary area farmer) Tim Kjos (Cattle Markets) David Arends (Perley Area Farmer) Chuck Ruebke (Local Producer) Luke Blair (Forrest River ND Farmer)


April 19, 2024 0

Alluma teaming up with Firefly Center for Firefly and Flowers Event 

Alluma and the Firefly Center for the Arts are teaming up for the Firefly and Flowers event also known as the Festival of Tables this Saturday in Fosston. Michelle Van Camp of Alluma tells us more about the event.  Van Camp tells us more about the Alluma set up and how they will be integrating…
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April 19, 2024 0

Lake Park Audubon Ag Education raising money for greenhouse 

The Lake Park Audubon Ag Education Department is currently raising money for a greenhouse. Lake Park Audubon AG Education teacher Janelle Hueners tells us more about this project and what it would be used for.  Hueners says this project would also open the door to a ton of new opportunities and classes to students at…
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April 19, 2024 0

Norman County East School Family Fair is next week 

The Norman County East School will be hosting their bi-annual family fair on Wednesday, April 24 at the NCE School. Norman County East  School Board member Sarah Kjono says there will be dozens of vendors, booths and events going on throughout the night.  Kjono says they will also be holding another referendum meeting in conjunction…
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April 19, 2024 0

Win-E-Mac School Board Meets 

At their most recent meeting on Wednesday the Win-E-Mac School Board approved some repair projects that will take place this summer, and some changes to their curriculum. Win-E-Mac Superintendent Randy Bruer tells us more.  Bruer says the board also approved some staff resignations and the graduation of the Win-E-Mac Class of 2024.  Finally after a…
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April 19, 2024 0

ATV Safety Reminders 

With ATV trails across Minnesota opening for the spring riding season Tom Hutchins of the Minnesota DNR reminds riders to be cautious and take the necessary safety steps to avoid a tragedy.  Hutchins also reminds riders to have the correct safety training, licensing, and up to date registration as well.  For more information regarding ATV…
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April 19, 2024 0

Ulen Hitterdal School Board canvases referendum results 

After passing a referendum last week, the Ulen Hitterdal School Board canvassed the final voting results and finished up other bond obligations on Wednesday. Ulen Hitterdal Superintendent Dustin Flaten tells us more.  Flaten says the school board also acknowledged the recent success of the Ulen Hitterdal Finance Team, who qualified for the State Decathlon.  After…
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April 19, 2024 0

Senate Lawmakers Clash over Safe Storage of Firearms Bill 

The Senate Finance Committee held a meeting regarding SF 4312 which centers around the safe gun storage law that would hand out harsher sentences if a gun owner does not properly store their firearm. Bill Author Heather Gustafson (DFL – Vadnais Heights) explains how her bill would work.  Senator Eric Pratt (R-Prior Lake) spoke against…
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April 19, 2024 0