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Norman County Commission to conduct interviews for open County Coordinator position 

The Norman County Commission will be conducting interviews for their open county coordinator position later this month. Norman County Commission Chair Steve Jacobson tells us when the interviews will take place, as well as how many candidates they’re interviewing.  The Norman County Commission met for their first meeting of the month last week as well,…
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December 8, 2025 0

New Ice Fishing regulation now in effect, more changes in the works 

The 2025/2026 Minnesota Ice Fishing season is now underway, and the State of Minnesota has implemented some new regulations that will be in effect for the ice fishing season. Minnesota DNR Fisheries Supervisor Nathan Olson says one regulation that changed is the use of certain kinds of hook setting devices.  Olson says the Minnesota DNR…
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December 8, 2025 0

Itasca State Park holding annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count next week 

Itasca State Park invites you to the park next weekend for their annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count event. Itasca State Park Lead Naturalist Connie Cox tells us more about the event, and its long history at Itasca.  Cox says this bird count is done each year for scientific purposes.  For more information about the Audubon…
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December 8, 2025 0

Consider donating to Toys for Tots this holiday Season 

The Marine’s Toys for Tots organization is in the midst of their holiday campaign, and they are encouraging residents across the country to consider making a donation for a child in need. Col Ted Silvester of the Marines Toys for Tots Foundation says if you want to make a donation, consider purchasing a gift for…
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December 8, 2025 0

Twin Valley Santa Day is today 

The Twin Valley Countdown to Christmas Celebration continues today, as the Twin Valley Community Club will be holding their annual Santa Day today. Mark Askelson of the Twin Valley Community Club tells us more.  Askelson says the Twin Valley Heritage Center and Norman County East Dollars for Scholars will also be holding events today as…
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December 6, 2025 0

MayPort Winterfest continues this weekend 

The Annual MayPort Winterfest continues this weekend in Mayville and Portland, and all are invited to join the community in celebration. Ashley Hanson of the MayPort Community Club previews Saturday’s festivities.  Hanson says Winterfest will then wrap up on Sunday, with some events that are fun for the whole family.  For a full schedule of…
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December 6, 2025 0

Ada Old Fashioned Family Christmas continues this weekend 

Ada Old Fashioned Family Christmas continues into tomorrow with a full day of holiday fun and activities. LeAnn Hall of the Ada Chamber of Commerce gives us a preview of what’s going on in Ada tomorrow.  More information and a full schedule of Old Fashioned Family Christmas events can be seen on the Ada Chamber…
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December 5, 2025 0

Anglers warned about the dangers of Carbon Monoxide 

The Minnesota Ice Fishing season will be in full swing soon, and one danger that all fishermen need to be aware of is the increased risk of carbon monoxide poisoning in ice houses. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman Explains.  Tadman says there are some things you can do to lower the risk of carbon monoxide…
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December 5, 2025 0

Hillsboro City Commission approves utility rate increases 

The Hillsboro City Commission approved an increase in their utility rates at their meeting earlier this week. Hillsboro City Auditor Casey Eggermont says one of the utilities that will be seeing an increase is the electrical rate, and she explains why.  Eggermont says water and garbage rates will also be seeing an increase.  As for…
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December 5, 2025 0

Ice fishing season underway at some area lakes

The early Ice fishing season is expected to get underway this weekend. Nathan Olson of the Minnesota DNR Fisheries Department says that some lakes across the region are reporting ice thick enough for walking.  While the ice may be safe to walk on in some areas, Olson says that you still need to take extra…
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December 5, 2025 0