Author: Prestin Douville

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USDA Pushing for more competition in meat processing 

In a time where grocery bills are at higher than ever, the USDA is looking to implement a program that they say will expand meat processing capacity, and increase competition. USDA Under Secretary for Food Safety Dr. Mindy Brashears tells us more.  Brashears explains how exactly this program will increase competition, and lower prices for…
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November 3, 2026 0

Education funding on the Minnesota Ballot today 

Today is Election Day, and while people’s ballots may look different from location to location, one of the things that will be on every voter’s ballot across the State of Minnesota will be a constitutional measure regarding school funding. Ulen-Hitterdal School Board member Laura Tweten explains.  Tweten says this amendment would benefit all students, and…
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November 3, 2026 0

Submissions being accepted for Traill County Blue Christmas 

The Holiday season is just about here, which means that Traill County Veterans Services is currently seeking submissions for their annual Blue Christmas program. Traill County Veterans Service Officer La Lynda Blotsky tells us more.  Blotsky says Blue Christmas is a great way to honor veterans, and make sure we never forget that they’re the…
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November 3, 2026 0

Bio Girls Registration opens next week 

Registration for the 2027 Bio Girls Season will be opening in one week, and area families with young girls are invited to get their daughter registered. Ada Bio Girls site director Tera Johnson says Bio Girls is all about empowering girls, and building up their self esteem.  If this sounds like a program your daughter…
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November 3, 2026 0

Norman County East FFA update 

With the National Convention in the rear view mirror, the 2026/2027 FFA season is starting to ramp up, and at the Norman County East school, the programming is continuing to get bigger as the chapter becomes more established. Norman County East FFA Advisor Hannah Baumgartner talks more about their growing student involvement in FFA.  Baumgartner…
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November 2, 2026 0

Free transportation to Ag Expo being provided by Corn & Soybean Growers Association 

Registration is currently open for the Minnesota Ag Expo, and the Norman County Corn & Soybean Growers Association will be providing transportation for any members who would like to attend. Association representative Corey Hanson tells us more.  People with questions about ag expo or transportation can go to mnsoybean.org. 


November 2, 2026 0

Ada Borup West SRO Update 

School resource officers have a number of different roles, whether it’s being an outlet for students, responding to situations, education, or assisting staff members, but at the Ada Borup West School, another role the SRO plays is that they also oversee the ALICE emergency response program. Ada Borup West SRO Alex Saric tells us more…
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November 2, 2026 0

Twin Valley Community Club gearing up for busy winter, seeking new members 

Winter is a busy time of year for the Twin Valley Community Club, as they will be holding multiple events throughout the next few months. Mark Askelson of the Twin Valley Community Club tells us what they all have planned for this winter.  If you would like to be involved in events like this, Askelson…
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November 2, 2026 0

New CWD rules in effect for Minnesota Deer Rifle season 

CWD testing has been a big emphasis for the Minnesota DNR the past few deer rifle seasons, but this year testing will be dialed back for hunters in Northwest Minnesota. Minnesota DNR wildlife Supervisor Rob Baden talks more about these changes in CWD testing rules.  While testing isn’t mandatory, Baden says you can still get…
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November 2, 2026 0

Stay active this winter at the Dekko Center 

Winter will arrive very soon, and if you’re a person who struggles to stay active over the winter, you are reminded that the Dekko Center is the perfect resource for you, as they will be open all winter long. Dekko manager Brianna Eggen tells us more.  If you don’t have a Dekko membership yet, Eggen…
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October 30, 2026 0