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Norman County was recently the recipient of a grant that will be used to make updates to the Norman County Courthouse. Garry Johanson of Norman County Environmental Services tells us more about this grant, and how it’s being used. You can listen to the full conversation with Garry Johanson online at rjbroadcasting.com under the Kaleidoscope…
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This Friday, approximately 150 musicians from across the region will be performing at the Ada Borup West school. Ada Borup West Choir Director Tanya Kemper tells us more about this special performance. Kemper also told us more about the different performances that will be going on, as well as the directors directing them. Kemper says…
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A pair of NMRC teams will be competing at the Bayou Regional in New Orleans this week. Team Advisor Olaf Netteberg of team 3102 the Tech-No-Tigers out of Nevis, and his students Kat Marotte and Bennen Snow tell us more about the trip, and who’s joining them for the trip. Marotte and Snow also told…
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As of yesterday, shoppers in the city of Hillsboro can expect to see an increase in the amount they are paying on sales tax. Hillsboro City Auditor Casey Eggermont tells us more about the increase, and the reason behind it. Eggermont also gave an update on where things are at in the Hillsboro Fire Hall…
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Over the last decade, animal advocacy groups across the United States have been pushing for families and individuals to adopt, and not shop when looking for a four legged friend. On Tuesday, the House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee heard house file 2627, which is a bill that is looking to ban pet stores across…
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Tickets are now available for the Annual Benedictine Living Community Ada – Exquisite Tables fundraiser event, on Friday, April 11. Benedictine Foundation Director Cassie Visser gives us a preview of this year’s event. Visser aso explained how you can get your seat or table secured for the event. This is a fundraiser event for the…
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There’s a new Police Chief in the City of Hawley. After almost a decade on the job Hawley Police Chief Joe Backlund has retired. Stepping into Backlund’s position is a familiar face, as the City of Hawley decided to promote within, and hired School Resource Officer Scott Steer. Chief Steer tells us more about his…
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Over the weekend the Minnesota House of Representatives released their budget target which calls for an almost $1.16 billion reduction in General Fund spending. During a press conference on Monday, House DFL speaker Melissa Hortman praised house members on reaching a compromise, and she also talked more on what this agreement means for the rest…
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Ada Borup West FCCLA was competing at the State FCCLA Conference this last weekend, and it was a very successful weekend. Ada Borup West FCCLA Advisor Mikki Hennen says over a dozen of her students qualified for Nationals in Orlando Florida. Hennen also tells us which students qualified for Nationals, and the events they competed in. …
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Starting today Erickson Smokehouse in Fertile will be under new ownership, as Mark Erickson has sold the business to Kevin and Janessa Keicker. New owner Kevin Keicker says he and his wife have a lot to learn, but they’re excited for this new venture. Erikson expressed his full confidence in the Keickers as owners, and…
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