Author: Prestin Douville

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Fargo Family returns from Paris Olympics 

Fargo resident Shane Sharp, and his family returned from the Olympic Games in Paris, France last weekend. Sharp shares some high points of the trip which includes a moment he and his family will never forget.  With it being the Olympics, Sharp says he and his family were able to witness Olympic history, and world…
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August 16, 2024 0

Fertile Beltrami School Board tweaks cell phone policy 

Cell phone policies have been a big discussion for schools over the summer, and Fertile Beltrami is no different. Fertile Beltrami Superintendent Brian Clarke says after lengthy discussions the school district will be tweaking their cell phone policy.  Clarke says the board also updated their notice of assignments, which includes the assignment of a new…
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August 16, 2024 0

Ulen Hitterdal School Board meeting recap 

The Ulen Hitterdal School Board heard an update on tier building projects at their School Board meeting on Wednesday. Ulen Hitterdal Superintendent Dustin Flaten fills us in on the progress being made.  Flaten says the school board was also informed about an error that will lead to an extension on the school board filing period. …
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August 16, 2024 0

Ada Dekko Center Update 

Progress on the Ada Dekko Center renovation continues to be made, and the City’s fundraising efforts have hit a major milestone. Dekko Center manager Brianna Eggen tells us more.  Eggen says to help with Fundraising the Dekko is planning to do some fundraisers in the coming month, and they are coming up fast.   For more…
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August 15, 2024 0

Ulen Days kicks off today 

The Annual Ulen Days celebration kicks off today, and Ulen Civic & Commerce have three full days of fun planned. Sarah Rikhus of the Ulen Civic & Commerce tells us what they have planned for Tuesday, which is also Family Fun Day.  Rikhus says the fun continues into Friday, which kicks off with the NCE-UH…
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August 15, 2024 0

Norman County FSA Update 

The harvest season is here, and the FSA acreage reporting deadline has passed for producers across Norman County. Norman County FSA officer James Kruize tells us what acreage report for Norman County looks like.  Kruize also reminds producers with ARC and PLC acreage to make sure that they’re taking the appropriate steps in protecting their…
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August 15, 2024 0

North Dakota Game and Fish Fall Hunting Season Preview 

August is here, and that means that the North Dakota Fall Hunting Season is approaching quickly. North Dakota Game and Fish Game Warden Drew Johnson gives a preview into what hunters can expect when it comes to wildlife population.  Johnson also gives a preview of what hunting seasons are coming up starting with the Canada…
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August 15, 2024 0

Area Public Office Filing Period Ends

List of area city public office filings. Candidates have until Thursday to withdraw from consideration. R&J News will update this story as more cities release names of candidates.   City of Ulen: Mayor: 2 Year Term Randy Zimmerman  Council: 4 Year Term Kim Syverson Paige Myers  Luther Holm  City of Twin Valley:  Mayor: 2 Year Term…
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August 14, 2024 0

Thief River Falls Riverfest back for another year 

The Annual Thief River Falls Riverfest celebration begins Friday, and the Thief River Falls Riverfest Committee has two full days of fun planned. Riverfest representative Carly Lunsetter highlights some of the activities going on.  Lunsetter says there will also be a wide array of food options available, and that the Riverfest committee put a focus…
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August 14, 2024 0

Lake Itasca Pioneer Farmers Showcase begins Friday 

The Lake Itasca Region Pioneer Farmers (LIRPF) will be holding their Annual Showcase this weekend. Lake Itasca Region Pioneer Farmers President Bryan Mesich tells us more.  Mesich also explained who the Lake Itasca Region Pioneer Farmers are, and why this is an event they put on.  More information on the Lake Itasca Region Pioneer Farmers can…
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August 14, 2024 0