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NDSU Extension holding pair of Crop Adviser workshops 

NDSU Extension will be hosting a pair of workshops in Fargo this week, and you’re invited out to learn more about the recommended crop management practices for the 2025 crop. Exhibitor Dr. Eric Branch tells us more about what they will be covering at these workshops.  These workshops will take place this Tuesday and Wednesday…
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February 10, 2025 0

Rep. Steve Gander lays out legislative priorities with Democrats back in session 

Democrats have ended their session boycott in the Minnesota House Representatives, which means that Legislation can start moving through committees. Representative Steve Gander (R-East Grand Forks) tells us more about his priorities for the remainder of the session, which includes fraud prevention and cutting government spending.  Gander says he would also like to get some…
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February 10, 2025 0

Friends of Rydell and Glacial Ridge Refuge holding Annual Candlelight Ski & Owl Prowl

The Friends of Rydell and Glacial Ridge Refuge Association (FRGRRA) invites you to their Annual  Candlelight Ski & Owl Prowl this Saturday, February 15. FRGRRA Vice President Larissa Fitzgerald gives us a preview of what they have planned for the day.  Fitzgerald says now is a perfect time to host an Owl Prowl as there…
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February 10, 2025 0

Norman County East Snow Daze Recap 

The Norman County East School wrapped up their annual Snow Daze Celebration on Friday, and despite the weather the week was full of fun, and a success. Norman County East Student Council President Evelyn Kraft gives us a recap of this week’s festivities.  Kraft is also excited to announce that NCE Student Council will be…
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February 8, 2025 0

Polk County Sheriff Call for Service Report 

2024 was a busy year for the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, and the department recently released their yearly call for service report. To give the residents a better understanding of what keeps his department busy year round, Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman shares some statistics from the report.  Tadman also shared some of the traffic…
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February 8, 2025 0

Rep. Steve Gander pleased with power sharing agreement 

After a standoff over who controls the Minnesota House of Representatives, House Democrats and Republicans agreed to a deal that will give Republicans temporary control and the Speaker of the House position for the next two years.  Rep Steve Gander (R-East Grand Forks) gives jis reaction to the new deal.  Gander says this agreement will…
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February 7, 2025 0

Beware of Phone Scams 

Phones are becoming more and more ingrained into our daily lives, and while this is making things more accessible, it’s also leaving scammers more accessible to you. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman highlights some of the phone scams that have been reported to his office recently, that you should be aware of.  Tadman also told…
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February 7, 2025 0

Timing to be key in preventing Cercospora leaf spot 

Sugarbeet producers are starting to put together their plans for the spring planting season, and one thing all producers will be trying to do is prevent Cercospora leaf spot from infecting their crop. American Crystal Sugar General Agronomist Joe Hastings says timing will be key this year in getting ahead of Cercospora leaf spot.  Many…
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February 7, 2025 0

Minnesota Extension offering free Farm Transition Workshop

The University of Minnesota is offering a free Farm Transition Workshop for area farmers, and registration is now open. Heather Dufault of Polk County Extension tells us more about the workshop, and what it will cover.  Dufault recommends that farmers who may be retiring over the next few years take this class.  For more information…
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February 7, 2025 0

Mahnomen Snow Daze is next week 

The Mahnomen School will be holding their annual Snow Daze Celebration next week, and the Snow Daze Court has been announced. Mahnomen Activities Director Aimee Pederson tells us who this year’s king and queen candidates are.  Pederson also highlighted some of the activities that Student Council has planned for next week, as Snow Daze also…
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February 7, 2025 0