Author: Prestin Douville

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Uncertainty in the market likely to affect agricultural producers

Grain and soybean markets are struggling with low prices, and producers across the region are dealing with the challenges that are as a result. Bell Bank Vice President and Director of Agribusiness Development Lynn Paulson speaks more on these struggles, and how producers may respond.  Paulson says uncertainty with tariffs is also having its effects…
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July 15, 2025 0

Twin Valley City Council meeting recap 

The Twin Valley City Council approved a land agreement at their meeting on Monday night, that will be bringing a new business to Twin Valley. Twin Valley Mayor Mike Bolton tells us what they agreed to and what kind of business will be moving in. Bolton says the City Council also heard an update on…
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July 15, 2025 0

North Country Horsemen seeking donations for Trails to Treatments Program 

The North Country Horsemen out of Middle River are currently seeking donations for their Trails to Treatment program. North Country Horsemen representative Sue Helm tells us more about the North Country Horsemen and their Trails to Treatments program.  If this sounds like a program you’d like to support, Helm, and North Country Horsemen member Kristi…
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July 15, 2025 0

Red River Watershed Management Board Update 

The Red River Watershed Management Board (RRWMB) has set their levy and budget for 2026 as they get ready for some future projects. RRWMB Executive Director Rob Sip fills us in on what’s changing, and what it means moving forward.  Sip also gave an update on potential funding coming in, as the Red River Watershed…
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July 14, 2025 0

Northwest Water Carnival Continues in Detroit Lakes this week 

The 89th Annual Northwest Water Carnival continues in Detroit Lakes this week, and the Detroit Lakes Jaycees have a full week of fun planned. Water Carnival Admiral April Asleson gives us a look into some of this week’s activities.  Asleson says the Jaycees are also excited to unveil a pair of new events on Friday…
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July 14, 2025 0

Smokey Bear Day at Itasca State Park 

Wildfire smoke has been a common occurrence across Minnesota during the summer, and the staff at Itasca State Park is offering you and your family an opportunity to learn more about wildfire with their annual Smokey Bear Day on Thursday. Itasca State Park Lead Naturalist Connie Cox tells us more.  More information can be seen…
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July 14, 2025 0

Ada Borup West using Summer Vacation to prepare for READ Act changes 

Back in 2023 the Minnesota Legislature passed the READ Act, with the goal to have every Minnesota child reading at or above grade level every year. The legislation has made many changes in education across Minnesota, and schools are continuing to see many changes come from it. Summer vacation is a great time for schools…
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July 14, 2025 0

Twin Valley Town and Country Days is this weekend 

The Annual Twin Valley Town and Country Days celebration kicks off on Friday. Twin Valley Community Club President Mark Askelson previews some of the activities planned for this weekend, including the ever popular car show.  Then on Sunday, things will slow down in Twin Valley, but Askelson says they still have a few events going…
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July 14, 2025 0

Clay County Fair wraps up this weekend 

The Clay County Fair in Barnesville continues this weekend, and will officially wrap up on Sunday. Polk County Fair Board Representative James Kruize tells us what’s going on at the fair on Saturday.  Kruize says things will then wrap up on Sunday, but not before another day of events and activities.  More information regarding the…
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July 12, 2025 0

This weekend’s events at the Northwest Water Carnival 

The Northwest Water Carnival in Detroit Lakes have a full weekend of events and activities planned this weekend across Detroit Lakes. April Asleson of the Detroit Lakes Jaycees previews Saturday’s activities.  Asleson says the fun continues into Sunday with their annual Family Day.  More information and a full schedule of Water Carnival events can be…
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July 12, 2025 0