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Independence Day weekend is one of the busiest times of the year for our Minnesota State Parks. This is no different for Itasca State Park who will have different events and programs happening throughout the day. Itasca State Park Naturalist Connie Cox gives us a sneak peak into some of their plans for the 4th. …
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Planting season continues across the Red River Valley, and producers are reporting some very promising crops. Local Producer Tate Petry gives us an update on how his wheat crop is looking, as well as the fungicide application process. Petry says his soybean crop is also looking solid as well, despite some yellowing. You can listen…
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The Norman County East School has been closed all summer due to an ongoing construction project that was approved by voters last fall. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell provides an update on the project. Budgets are always a major concern heading into a project of this size, as Nudell is happy to say that…
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Independence Day is fast approaching, and many will be celebrating outside in the sun. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health reminds people to make sure they prioritize sun safety over the holiday weekend. While sunburn can be painful in the short term, Merkens says unprotected exposure to the sun can also have some long…
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The 81st annual Bemidji Jaycees Water Carnival kicks off today and runs through Sunday. Bemidji Jaycees President Larissa Donovan highlights some of the fun activities they have planned for today. The Water Carnival is put on by the Bemidji Jaycees, and Donovan tells us more about the organization, and how you can get involved with…
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A common activity to partake in during the independence day holiday is swimming. However some lakes across the region are reporting cases of Swimmer’s Itch. Nathan Olson of the Minnesota DNR Fisheries Department explains what swimmer’s itch is. If swimmer’s itch sounds like something you’d like to avoid, Olson shares some things you can do…
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You’re invited to Kinfolk Worship in Ada tomorrow for their monthly community worship gathering. Ruben Alvarez of Kinfolk Worship tells us more about his organization, and what its all about. If this sounds like the kind of organization you’d like to support, Alvarez says they can now accept tax deductible donations. Again, you can Kinfolk…
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Independence Day is fast approaching, and at the heart of every holiday celebration is the 4th of July Barbeque. However, Nutritional educator Dr. Julie Gatza says that many people this time of year will often make unhealthy mistakes that lead to problems like constipation, stomach aches and bloating. For this reason, Gatza says it’s important…
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Scammers are becoming more engrained in our everyday life, and there always seems to be different ways that they’re trying to steal from you. John Rosenberger of Norman County Veterans Services is warning area veterans and their families about a scam that is trying to take advantage of veterans receiving VA benefits. Rosenberger says there…
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July has arrived, which means we’re in the heart of the Minnesota Summer Fishing Season season. Nathan Olson of the Minnesota DNR Fisheries Department says weather the last month has had an impact on fish in our region, and he tells us what fishermen can expect when out on the lake. More information, and materials…
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