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Norman County Crop and Ag Day 

The Norman County Crop and Ag day is fast approaching. Norman/Polk Extension Educator Heather Dufault shares more information about the event.  Dufault also gave a sneak peak into some of the guest speakers that will be presenting as well as what they will be covering.  Full Interview:


December 18, 2023 0

Ulen Hitterdal School Board meets 

The Ulen Hitterdal School Board met for their Final meeting of 2023 on Thursday and it was a busy one. First thing on the Board’s Agenda was their Truth and Taxation meeting. Ulen Hitterdal Superintendent Dustin Flaten recaps that meeting and what the board decided.  Flaten also says that they had a board member resign…
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December 18, 2023 0

Hillsboro Student doing Eagle Scout Project 

Hillsboro Boy Scout Jerod Nathan is in the process of getting his eagle scout rank and is doing a community service project to get there. Nathan tells us a little more about himself and his project.  Nathan also explained what a flag box is as well as the building process.  Nathan says that the Boy…
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December 18, 2023 0

Seasonal Depression Advice 

Seasonal depression is a common occurrence in Minnesota and North Dakota and it can often go uncared for. Seasonal affective disorder is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons that begins and ends at about the same times every year. Kim Myers of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health shares some tips and steps that…
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December 16, 2023 0

Registration open for 4 H Winter Round Up 

Early registration of the 4 H Horse Winter Roundup conference that begins on January 19. Winter Round Up is an exciting three-day, two-night conference of adult and youth leadership and 4-H horse project learning. The event also includes speakers, educational workshops and many hands-on activities. Norman County Extension educator Lind Houglum tells us more about…
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December 16, 2023 0

Weather continues to delay the snowmobile season 

Uncharacteristic weather has been affecting the ever popular Minnesota Snowmobile Season  as there has not been enough snow on the trails for riders. Dave Jensen of the Moonshiners Snowmobile Club talks about this lack of snow and how much is needed for these trails to be used correctly.  While you might not be able to…
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December 16, 2023 0

Norman County Juvenile Diversion Program 

Norman County, alongside the county’s many public service entities, introduced a Juvenile Diversion Program to combat and get Norman County kids and teens back on the right path. Norman County Attorney Elizabeth Brainard explains what this new program is.  Many Norman County parties have been involved with this and are also part of the diversion…
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December 15, 2023 0

Gary City Council Meets 

The Gary City Council met for their December meeting on Monday night. Gary Mayor Buck Engen highlights some topics discussed by the council.  Engen also gave an update on the old Norman County East Elementary School Building.  The Gary City Council’s next meeting will be next Wednesday at 6:00 pm where they will finalize their…
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December 15, 2023 0

Norman County Salvation Army Update 

The Norman County Salvation Army is in the middle of their red kettle campaign and continues to move closer to their fundraising goal of $7,000. Aimee Eggen of the Norman County Salvation Army gives us an update on how much money they’ve raised so far.  Eggen says that the area schools have been heavily involved…
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December 15, 2023 0

Hawley School Update 

The Hawley School District’s construction and renovation projects continue to move along into the winter months. Hawley Elementary Principal Chris Ellingson gives us an update on what’s being done.  Ellingson also says that the elementary students will be having some Christmas fun next week.  For the latest news and announcements in the Hawley School District…
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December 15, 2023 0