Author: Prestin Douville

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Winter Recreation Opportunities at Lake Bemidji State Park 

The trail conditions might be poor now due to recent weather trends, but Lake Bemidji State Park will be offering many different recreational activities to visitors. Lake Bemidji State Park Naturalist Christa Drake tells us some of the things you’ll be able to do in the park, once the snow allows it.  More information about…
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December 23, 2025 0

Fertile-Beltrami Christmas with the Kids 2025

Beckett, Karis, Alexander Brooks, Nonah, Nolan Jordi, Hayden, Everlee Kacelyn, Frankie, Gus Lainey, Luke, Brynn Raegan, Harper, Cohen Tate, Kashre, Alivia Zoe, Paigelynn, Paisleigh


December 22, 2025 0

Brady Oberg Legacy Foundation wrapping up successful 10th Year 

This year marks 10 years since the founding of the Brady Oberg Legacy Foundation (BOLF), and in celebration the foundation had set big goals for the year. BOLF Executive Director Tracy Dunham is excited to announce that they have met their goal, which was to host a foundation record number of veterans retreats.  Speaking of…
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December 22, 2025 0

Fosston School Board holds work session 

The Fosston School Board held a work session last Wednesday, to discuss and go over the data from their recent string of community surveys.Fosston Superintendent Todd Selk tells us what’s all been done leading up to this work session.  Selk says one of the things they went over at their work session last week, was…
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December 22, 2025 0

Hawley Staff spreading Christmas Cheer later this week 

Holiday Cheer is in the air at the Hawley School District, and the schools staff will be spreading it to their community later this week. Hawley Elementary Principal Chris Ellingson says the Hawley staff will be doing all sorts of Holiday activities across the community after school on Tuesday.  The Hawley School’s schedule for this…
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December 22, 2025 0

Holiday illness prevention 

We’re in the midst of flu season, and with the increase in family and community gatherings due to the holiday season, people are reminded to make sure they are taking the proper steps when it comes to illness prevention. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health says consistent hand washing and staying up to date…
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December 22, 2025 0

Holiday Grief: What can you do to work through it? 

For many, the holidays are a time of happiness and joy, but for some it can also be a time of hardship. Brenda Stallman of TrailL District Health says the holidays can also be a time for grieving, and she tells us some things you can do to work through your grief.  Stallman says it’s…
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December 22, 2025 0

Minnesota DNR eyeing potential year round bass fishing season 

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is currently exploring potential changes to the Minnesota bass fishing season. DNR Northwest Fisheries Supervisor Nathan Olson says the DNR is considering a year round catch and release bass season.  Olson says the hope is that these changes would be implemented by the start of the new fishing season…
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December 22, 2025 0

Steve Simon visits Ada 

Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon was in Ada on Friday morning to meet with community leaders and officials. Norman County Commission Chair Steve Jacobson was one of the community members in attendance, and he says the visit with Simon was very productive, and helpful.  One of the main topics of discussion for the meeting…
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December 20, 2025 0

Homeowners and renters encouraged to test homes for Radon 

Winter has arrived, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is reminding people about the increased dangers of Radon during the winter months. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health explains what Radon is, and the harm it can cause.  Merkens says the best thing you can do to protect yourself from radon exposure is to test your…
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December 19, 2025 0