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Mahnomen County Commission Frustrated with legislature over hospital bonding 

The Minnesota Legislative Session is over, and bonding funding has been decided, and many entities across greater Minnesota are frustrated with the Legislature over the lack of action. The Mahnomen County Commission is one of those groups after the Mahnomen Hospital Project was not selected for funding. Mahnomen County Commission Chair Darvin Schoenborn voiced his…
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June 17, 2024 0

Mahnomen School Construction Update 

Construction continues to progress at the Mahnomen School. Mahnomen Superintendent Jeff Bisek gives us an update on how things are progressing in the remodel portion of the project.  Bisek says things are also going well in the new addition portion of the project.  R&J News will continue to provide updates on the Construction at the…
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June 17, 2024 0

Avian Flu, what is it? 

There’s been lots of talk as of late about the Avian Flu and the impact it has on the poultry and cattle industry after outbreaks across the country. Many outside the agriculture industry aren’t aware of this growing problem and the impacts it can have. Ron Visser of Waukon Dairy explains what Avian Flu is…
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June 17, 2024 0

Steinmetz Farm Breakfast on the Farm recap 

The Mahnomen County Breakfast on the Farm at Steinmetz Farm was on Saturday, and R&J’s Sean Bjerk was in attendance broadcasting from the event. Bjerk caught up with event host Jimmy Steinmetz after the event to talk about the event.  Past discussions with Jimmy Steinmetz can be heard online at rjbroadcasting.com.


June 17, 2024 0

Gary Days Weekend Events 

The Annual Gary Days Celebration continues into the weekend, and there’s still plenty of opportunities for people to have some fun.  Engen says there will also be a Lions Club Pancake Breakfast fundraiser on Sunday starting at 10:00 AM for a community member who is battling cancer.  More information on Gary Days events can be…
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June 15, 2024 0

Waukon Dairy Celebrating 2 year anniversary 

June is dairy month, but that’s not the only thing Waukon Dairy is celebrating this month. Ron Visser of Waukon Dairy says they will also be celebrating their 2 year anniversary on Wednesday, June 19.  In those two years Waukon Dairy has also started a scholarship and internship program, and Visser tells us more about…
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June 15, 2024 0

Longtime Ada Borup West Employee retires after 25 years 

The Ada Borup West School Board approved the retirement of longtime ABW Administrative Assistant Margaret Dosland on Tuesday. Dosland has been serving the ABW school for 25 years and has made a lasting impact on the district and community. ABW Superintendent Aaron Cook says she will be missed.  ABW High School Principal Josh Carlson also…
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June 14, 2024 0

Fertile Beltrami School Board Meeting Recap 

The Fertile Beltrami School Board approved their 2024/2025 Preliminary Budget at their meeting earlier this week. Fertile Beltrami Superintendent Brian Clarke tells us more.  Clark says the board approved some staff contracts and scheduling as well.  Finally Clarke says the board also received a pair of staff resignations.  The Fertile Beltrami School Board will meet…
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June 14, 2024 0

White Earth Education Division looking for people to share their stories

The White Earth Education Division is looking for tribal members to share their stories in order to preserve tribal history and culture at the White Earth Powwow this weekend. Education Director Dana-Goodwin Williams tells us more.  Goodwin-Williams encourages all to get their stores and artifacts recorded and explains how you can do so.  All interviews…
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June 14, 2024 0

Ada Borup West announces 4th Hall of Fame Class 

The Ada Borup West (ABW) Cougar Hall of Fame Committee announced the 4th hall of fame class that will be inducted into the Cougar Hall of Fame on Saturday, September 21. ABW Activities Director Kenley Wahlin tells us who will be inducted this fall.  Wahlin explains the process in a person or team being inducted…
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June 14, 2024 0