Author: Prestin Douville

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Lake Bemidji State Park June Events 

With summer now officially here Lake Bemidji State Park is ramping up their summer programs and offering multiple events every week this month. Lake Bemidji State Park Naturalist Christa Drake highlights some of these programs and events.  Drake says they will also be holding their summer concert series every Sunday.  For more information on events…
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June 3, 2024 0

Spots still available for SRO Golf Scramble 

Spots are still available for the Ada Borup West School Resource Officer Golf Scramble fundraiser on Friday June 7. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager says the event will be a good time and that all funds raised from the event will go to the Ada Borup West SRO program.   Registration for a four person team…
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June 3, 2024 0

Norman-Mahnomen Public Health promoting a healthy living environment 

Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is promoting the importance of having a healthy home as a part of their Environmental Health Initiative. Living in a healthy environment leads to a lower chance of injury, illness, disease and can even improve your mental health. Sarah Kjono of Norman-Mahnomen and her daughter Cora share some principles of a healthy…
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June 3, 2024 0

Win-E-Mac Superintendent Search Update 

After Randy Bruer announced he would be retiring from his position as Win-E-Mac Superintendent back in February the Win-E-Mac school board has been in the process of hiring a new Superintendent for the 2024/2025 School year and beyond. School Board Chairman Jim Ferden gives an update on how the search has gone so far.  Ferden…
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June 3, 2024 0

Mahnomen STEAM Camp in full swing 

Like many schools across the region the Mahnomen School District gives students an opportunity to take part in a summer learning program. STEAM Camp organizer Mandi Okeson says one thing that makes her program unique, is the opportunity to give kids a more hands-on approach to learning in a more relaxed environment.  While the registration…
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May 31, 2024 0

Registration for Fraternal Order of Police 5K Run/Walk in Hawley now open 

The Northwest Minnesota Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #8 (NWMFOP) is now taking registrations for their 5K Run/Walk in Hawley on Saturday, June 8 during Rodeo Fest. Fawn Krosch of the NWMFOP shares more information on the Run/Walk and how you can get registered.  Krosch also told us more about the Fraternal Order of Police…
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May 31, 2024 0

Summer Mosquito Projections 

While often being known for its beautiful summer weather, Minnesota is also known for mosquitoes. NDSU Entomologist Dr Mark Boetel says he expects Summer of 2024 to be a harsh year for mosquitoes. Dr Boetel says there are things you can do to reduce mosquito habitats on your property.  For the full conversation with Dr…
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May 31, 2024 0

Mahnomen School Construction Update 

Three weeks ago the Mahnomen School broke ground on their new school addition and progress has been made despite recent weather trends. Mahnomen Superintendent Jeff Bisek gives an update on construction.  The Mahnomen School construction project is scheduled to be finished by the fall of 2025.


May 31, 2024 0

Trucks and Tunes hosting free shows throughout the summer 

Detroit Lakes Project 412 has announced their lineup for this year’s Trucks and Tunes summer concert series. Amy Stearn of Project 412 tells us more about this series and what people can expect.  Stearn also highlighted some of the artists who will be performing throughout the summer including some that she’s looking forward to most. …
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May 31, 2024 0

US House of Representatives candidate holding Town Hall meeting in Ada on Friday 

Minnesota US House of Representative Candidate Steve Boyd will be in Ada on Friday night for a Town Hall Meeting at Sonrise Evangelical Free Church. Event representative Curt Jacobson tells us more.  Again the Town Hall will take place at Sonrise Evangelical Church in Ada starting at 6:30 PM on Friday. 


May 30, 2024 0