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The Staff at Itasca State Park have another weekend of fun activities this weekend. Itasca State Park Lead Naturalist Connie Cox gives us a look into this week’s programming, which includes the return of a fan favorite event. While it may not feel like it yet, cold temperatures are expected to arrive in the coming…
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The Federal Government Shutdown began at midnight on October 1, as Democrats and Republicans were unable to reach an agreement to fund the government. This is expected to have major impacts on federal programs and entities. Polk County veterans Service Officer Kurt Ellefson says however, that the shutdown will have a minimal impact on his…
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Inspire Inc. in Ada will be holding an open house this Thursday, and all are invited to come see what they’ve been working on the past couple years. Hillary Randash of Inspire tells us more. Randash also tells us more about Inspire, and the kinds of programs, and services they offer. Again, the open house…
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Local Artist, and Gary Native Kelly Chisholm has had an exhibit featuring his portraits of American Figures, at the Ada Public Library for the past month, and on Tuesday the Library hosted an artist reception with Chisholm. R&J News caught up with Chisholm after the reception, and he tells us how he got into art,…
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Traumatic events like fatal automobile accident or suicide can often have lasting effects on a victims family and friends, but one group of people that will often be overlooked by the public when it comes to effects of trauma are our local first responders, whether it be law enforcement, firefighters, and EMTs. During his appearance…
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Later this month, a free event will be coming to Fosston, thanks to the Fire Fly Center for the Arts and Wellbeing. On October 18 the Sketches of Minnesota Improv Comedy Tour will be performing at the Firefly Center, and tour Representative Tane Danger tells us more about this very special event. Heidi Danos of…
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Sugarbeet Pre Piling continues to move along, and sugarbeet producers and organizations are reporting a very promising crop. Harrison Weber of the Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association says this year’s pre-pile harvest has gone well, and the sugarbeet yields look good. The Red River Valley has seen some uncharacteristically warm temperatures recently, and Weber…
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The Norman County Ag Education and FFA Chapter welcomed a new teacher this school year. R&J News had the opportunity to catch up with NCE Ag Ed teacher Hannah Baumgartner, who tells us more about herself, and her background in agricultural education. Baumgartner tells us some of her goals for year one. Baumgartner also spoke…
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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is expected to call a special session with the focus on passing stricter gun laws, including an assault weapons and high-capacity magazines ban. The special session has garnered pushback from Senate and House Republicans. Minnesota House Speaker of the House Lisa Demuth made it clear that Republicans would show up for…
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Fall colors are a must see this time of year in Minnesota, and Itasca State Park is one of the best locations in the state to witness these fall colors. Itasca Lead Naturalist Connie Cox gives us a fall color forecast, as some trees have begun to change for fall. Cox also gives her best…
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