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Throughout the year R&J News has been speaking with area law enforcement officers as a way to get to know them better. Next up on our Law Enforcement Spotlight is Norman County Sheriff’s Deputy Matt Nikle, who tells us more about himself, and why he went into law enforcement. Nikle says one interesting role he…
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Essentia Health in Fosston is going to be redesignated as a Level 4 Trauma Center, which will increase the care capabilities that will be offered at the hospital. Nina Bradfield and Stephanie McKnight of Essentia Health Fosston explain what this redesignation means for the hospital moving forward. Bradfield and McKnight tell us why redesignating to…
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The Twin Valley American Legion is currently seeking new members, as they deal with an increased demand in services. Twin Valley Legion Commander Preston Halvorson talks more about the membership issues they are having. Outside of funerals, Havorson says the Legion is involved in a lot of different activities, from youth sports to public events. …
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September is National Emergency Preparedness Month, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is encouraging area residents to implement emergency plans. With winter fast approaching, many families are starting to get their winter emergency kits together. While this is great, Tammy Carlsrud of Norman-Mahnomen says that families need to make sure they are prepared for emergency situations all…
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You’re invited out to Gonvick this weekend, for their Annual Pumpkin Days celebration. Event representative Devin Aakre gives us a preview into some of this weekend’s activities, which includes a wide array of events for people of all ages. Aakre says their fan favorite pumpkin growing contest will of course be returning this year, and…
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The Red River Saddle Club will be wrapping up their 2025 season this Sunday, and all are invited to attend. Cayley Steen of the Red River Saddle Club Tells us more about their final show of the year. Steen talks more about the saddle club, and high participation numbers they’ve had for events. Again, that’s…
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The Annual Halstad Sugar Fest celebration is taking place this week, and this year’s Sugar King and Queen have been crowned. Jessica Spaeth of Halstad EDA tells us more about this Sugar Fest tradition, and how this year’s Sugar King and Queen were named. Spaeth also tells us more about the importance of events like…
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The Waubun School Board approved a new master agreement with its teachers union at their meeting on Wednesday night. Waubun Superintendent Jordan Spaeth tells us what the final agreement looks like. Spaeth says the school board also approved their preliminary levy. Spaeth says the final piece of business for the board was to approve a…
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Did you know that you’re supposed to change your car seat after a crash, even if it’s a minor one? Jasmine Wangen of Safe Kids Grand Forks tells us why, and how insurance can help you get a new one. Wangen also encourages parents to fill out the registration for their car seat, in case…
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The Mahnomen School Board met in regular session on Monday night. Mahnomen Superintendent Andrea Simon says Monday’s meeting started with recognition to the School Board, as it is School Board Recognition Month. Simon says the board also approved a lot of miscellaneous action items, including master agreements with district staff, and a contract with Alluma. …
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