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Benedictine Foundation reopens Fun Run registration

After closing registration for their ATV Fun Run on July 31 the Benedictine Foundation has reopened their deadline to register for the Fun Run.  Visser also highlighted what pitstops riders will be making along the way.


August 2, 2023 0

John Short Waubun Envirothon (Full Interview)

Full Interview with Waubun Envirothon Advisor John Short.


August 2, 2023 0

Norman County National Night Out Recap 

Norman County National Night Out held their annual celebration last night and while the weather wasn’t the greatest, Ada Police Chief Steve Hager still felt the turnout was exceptional.  Norman  County Sheriff Ben Fall had similar views on the public turnout.  The Norman County Sheriff’s Office has brought in a few new faces since last…
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August 2, 2023 0

Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival

The Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival begins today with many events and fundraisers taking place throughout the week. Festival Head of Marketing Brian Bissonette explains what a dragon boat is and how it works.  There will also be many other events going on throughout the week according to Bissonette.  The Festival continues into Saturday with…
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August 2, 2023 0

Applications open for Soil Health Financial Assistance Grants

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture announced that applications are now open for their Soil Health Financial Assistance Grants. According to the Department of Agriculture these grants will be available for individual producers, producer groups, and local governments to purchase or retrofit soil health equipment. Grant awards will provide up to 50% cost-share, with a minimum…
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August 2, 2023 0

22nd Annual Street Wizards Cars Show

The Street Wizards 22nd Annual Cruise-In Car Show will take place on Saturday, August 5 in Thief River Falls. Randy Adamson with Street Wizards has the information.  There will be plenty of door prizes, awards, and trophies to win according to Adamson. More information on the 22nd Annual Cruise-In Car Show and Street Wizards can…
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August 2, 2023 0

Beltrami County looking for opioid settlement steering committee applicants  

Beltrami County is expecting to receive approximately $2,862,466 from a settlement reached by the State of Minnesota with opioid distributors and manufacturers. With the money from this settlement being spread to the counties throughout the state these counties will now be tasked with how these funds will be used to fight the growing impact of…
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August 1, 2023 0

Benedictine Foundation Holding 4th Annual ATV Fun Run 

The Benedictine Foundation will be holding their 4th Annual ATV Fun Run this Sunday. Cassie Visser of Benedictine has the details.  Benedictine puts on the Fun Run to help fundraise for a particular need at their care facility. Visser shares what the funds from this year’s Fun Run will be going toward. People with any…
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August 1, 2023 0

Waubun Envirothon returns from National Competition

The Waubun Envirothon team is back in Minnesota after representing the state at the National Envirothon competition in New Brunswick, Canada. The Waubun Envirothon team represented their state and area well against the fierce and experienced competition placing 39th in the competition. Waubun Envirothon advisor John Short talks about the experience and what the kids…
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August 1, 2023 0

Border Patrol Seize $6 Million in Cocaine at Emerson Point of Entry 

Officials say that on July 14 Canadian Border Officials seized approximately 140 pounds of cocaine worth an estimated $6 million in a cargo truck seeking to enter North Dakota at the Emerson Point of Entry just North of Pembina, North Dakota. According to Canadian Officials this marks the largest narcotics seizure Manitoba has seen at…
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July 31, 2023 0