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Ulen Hitterdal welcomes back School Resource Officer 

The Ulen Hitterdal School District was one of many districts across the state who have recently seen their school resource officers return to duty after state legislation caused them to be pulled out of schools late last year. Ulen Hitterdal Superintendent Dustin Flaten says he is excited to see them back in the building.  Flatten…
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March 28, 2024 0

White Earth Nation Chairman gives update on White Earth State Park land give back 

White Earth Chairman Michael Fairbanks gave an update on the proposed legislation that would transfer ownership of White Earth State Forest to the White Earth Nation. Chairman Fairbanks says he thinks the bill still has time to pass and that he’s been working with legislators.  The land transfer bill called HF 4304 is currently tabled…
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March 26, 2024 0

Bunny Bash in Bemidji 

Bemidji Parks and Recreation invites area families to attend the Bunny Bash this Friday and Saturday from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Tourist Information Center in Bemidji. Event organizer Jamie Anderson tells us what you can expect. For more information go to the Bemidji Parks and Recreation Facebook page or their website at…
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March 26, 2024 0

REACH participating in Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign

REACH is currently in the midst of the Minnesota FoodShare March campaign and is currently seeking donations for their food shelf. Reach Director Stephanie Schenck tells us more.  Schenck says they are also looking for food donations as well and explained what items they are most in need of.  Donations can be dropped off at…
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March 26, 2024 0

Swenby wins Minnesota State Triple A Award

It was a big week last week for Fertile Beltrami Senior Caiden Swenby. On top of playing in the Minnesota State Basketball Tournament, he was also this year’s recipient of the Minnesota Class A Triple A Award, which is an award given to a student who succeeds in Academics, Arts and Athletics. Swenby tells how…
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March 26, 2024 0

Mahnomen Minnesota Honor Society seeking blood donors for April blood drive 

The Mahnomen Minnesota Honor Society is seeking people to donate blood for their blood drive on Wednesday, April 3 from 9:15 AM to 1:15 PM at the High School. Mahnomen Activities Director Aimee Pederson tells us more and how you can get registered.  Remember that Wednesday, April 3 from 9:15 AM to 1:15 PM at…
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March 26, 2024 0

Senate Minority Leader Johnson discusses Straw Weapon Purchase law 

Last Friday Minnesota Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson was on the Kaleidoscope Program to discuss the latest happening in the Minnesota Senate. One law that caught the attention of Minnesotans is a law that would raise the penalty for straw gun purchases. Senator Johnson tells us more about this bill and why he supports it. …
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March 26, 2024 0

Hawley Jazz Band and Pop Singers going to Chicago 

42 members of the Hawley Jazz Band and Pop Singers are leaving for Chicago this Wednesday. Hawley Band Director Noah Johnson tells us more about the trip.  For the latest news from the Hawley School District tune into the Hawley School News every Thursday at 1:15 PM on 106.5 KRJB.


March 25, 2024 0

Twin Valley gets Little Free Library 

The City of Twin Valley got their first Little Free Library last week. Twin Valley Councilwoman and project organizer Tracy Christianson explains how this Little Free Library works.  The Little Free Library can be found in front of the Twin Valley Heritage Center/Police Department. For more information on Little Free Library, or to find one…
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March 25, 2024 0

Norman County Commission Meeting Recap 

The Norman County Commission met last Thursday for their second meeting of the month. Commission Chair LeAnn Hall says the meeting was on the shorter side but they did update their smoking and vaping policies at the Norman County Courthouse.  Hall says they also approved a grant application and a highway department cleaning contract.  The…
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March 25, 2024 0