Author: Prestin Douville

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New Dean of Students at Ulen Hitterdal 

There’s a new Dean of Students at the Ulen Hitterdal School District, after Ted Critchley resigned over the summer. New Ulen Hitterdal Dean of Students Avery Thompson tells us more about himself, and his background in education.  Thompson also tells us why he wanted to pursue a career in education.  It’s Thompson’s first year as…
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August 5, 2025 0

This week at Itasca State Park 

It’s a busy weekend of programming at Itasca State Park, and families are encouraged to make their way to the park before the end of summer. Itasca State Park Lead Naturalist Connie Cox gives us a look into some of this week’s programs.  Cox says they also have a lot going on this weekend.  For…
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August 5, 2025 0

Summer continues at Lake Bemidji State Park 

It’s the last month of summer programming at Lake Bemidji State Park, but there’s still plenty of time to get out to park, and have some fun. Lake Bemidji State Park Naturalist Christa Drake previews some of the events and programs happening throughout August.  Drake says their summer concert series continues this month as well,…
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August 4, 2025 0

North Country Horsemen holding annual benefit/fundraiser this weekend

The North Country Horsemen will be holding their annual cancer benefit, and trail rides this weekend in Middle River. North Country Horsemen Trails to Treatment Committee representative Kristi Westlund says their weekend kicks off with trail rides beginning on Friday.  North Country Horsemen Representative Sue Helm says things pick up on Saturday, with a number…
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August 4, 2025 0

Brady Oberg to be honored at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington DC 

Later this week, representatives from the Brady Oberg Legacy Foundation will be visiting Arlington National Cemetery, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington DC to honor the life of Brady Oberg. John Dalziel of the Brady Oberg Legacy Foundation Board of Directors tells us more.  Dalziel says this isn’t the first time that…
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August 4, 2025 0

Fosston Back to School Reminders 

The 2025/2026 School Year is just under a month away, and the Fosston School District is reminding parents to make sure their children are ready to go back to school. Fosston High School Principal Don Donarski.  Donarski Says there are a couple dates in August that parents need to be aware of as well.  The…
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August 4, 2025 0

Ada Police Department gearing up for year two of SRO program 

The 2024/2025 School Year was the first full year of the Ada Borup West School Resource Officer program, and the Ada Police Department is gearing up for year two. Ada Borup West School Resource Officer Alex Saric says year one of the program was a big success, and he’s excited for school to start next…
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August 4, 2025 0

NDSU Extension holding Sugarbeet Field Day on Wednesday 

NDSU Extension will be holding a crop field day near Harwood this week, and all area producers are invited to attend. Dr Eric Branch of NDSU Extension tells us more about the field day, and what he will be presenting on.  Dr Branch also tells us more about what his colleague Dr Tom Peters will…
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August 4, 2025 0

Benedictine ATV Fun Run is Sunday 

Benedictine Living Community in Ada will be holding their ATV Fun this Sunday, and tickets are still available for purchase. Benedictine Foundation Director Cassie Visser gives us a look into Sunday’s activities, and some of this year’s prizes.  This event is a fundraiser for the residents at Benedictine Living Community in Ada, and Visser tells…
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August 1, 2025 0

Applications now being accepted for Speaking Proudly Speech Competition 

Applications are now being accepted for the Speaking Proudly statewide speech competition at the Minnesota State Capital Building. Speaking Proudly Representative Sherie Wallace (Share-e) tells us more about this statewide competition.  Speaking Proudly is organized by a Republican organization, but contest judge Rita Hillman-Olson says girls of all beliefs are invited to participate, and she…
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August 1, 2025 0