Author: Prestin Douville

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Dekko Center now fully operational 

The Dekko Community Center in Ada has been a major topic of discussion the last two years, as the facility has had project after project. Things are finally coming together however, as Dekko Center Manager Brianna Eggen is excited to announce that the facility, and its services are now fully operational.  While projects are wrapping…
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February 26, 2026 0

Mahnomen FFA Celebrating National FFA Week 

It’s National FFA Week, and the Mahnomen FFA Chapter is one of the many area chapters who are celebrating, by promoting the opportunities that they’ve been given through organization. Mahnomen FFA Member Oliva Halvorson shares some of her favorite memories, activities, and experiences she’s had thanks to FFA.  Emily Abdo is also a member of…
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February 26, 2026 0

Waubun School celebrating the importance of support staff  

February has been a month of appreciation at the Waubun School, as students and staff at the school have been celebrating a number of different support staff groups throughout the month.Waubun Superintendent Jordan Spaeth.   Spaeth says it’s important to recognize these staff members, as they are really hard positions to fill, and the school wouldn’t…
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February 26, 2026 0

Hometown Hope trying to make prom affordable for area students 

Local non-profit Hometown Hope will be hosting a series of Prom Pop Ups on February 28 and March 4, and all area students are invited to check it out. Hometown Hope Director Kristi Beyl says they are hosting this sale as a way to make prom more affordable for area students and their families.  How…
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February 26, 2026 0

With ice fishing season wrapping up, anglers reminded to re-up their licenses

This weekend may be one of the last chances for ice anglers to get out on the ice, and if you are planning to do some ice fishing this weekend, you will need to purchase a new fishing license. Northwest Minnesota DNR Fisheries Supervisor Nathan Olson explains why.  Olson also reminds anglers about the upcoming…
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February 26, 2026 0

Mahnomen School exploring idea of Teacher Apprenticeship Program 

Finding teachers can often be difficult for schools in rural America, and in response the Mahnomen School District is exploring the idea of implementing a Teacher Apprenticeship Program  for Para-Professionals. Mahnomen Superintendent Andrea Simon tells us more.  Simon says this program is a direct response to the ongoing teacher shortage.  During their meeting earlier this…
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February 26, 2026 0

House Democrats announce anti-fraud package 

Fraud is expected to be one of the biggest issues for both the DFL and GOP in the Minnesota Legislature this year, and House Democrats have officially announced their package to address this ongoing issue. House DFL Leader Zack Stephenson says House Democrats are committed to holding fraudsters accountable, which he thinks this package does. …
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February 25, 2026 0

Ada Borup West FFA holding annual College & Career Fair 

In celebration of National FFA Week, the Ada Borup West FFA Chapter will be hosting a school wide College & Career Fair this Friday. Ada Borup West FFA Advisor Abbie Savage says this is an event they hold each year, because it’s a great way for students to get connected with area career opportunities and…
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February 25, 2026 0

Annual Flom Soup Dinner is this weekend 

The Annual Flom Soup Dinner fundraiser is this weekend, and all are invited to come enjoy a delicious meal, while also having some fun. Event Representative Christina Lien tells us what they have planned for this weekend.  Money raised from the event will go to the Flom Hall renovation project, and Lien highlights some of…
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February 25, 2026 0

Norman County East FFA program continuing to grow after finding stability 

Norman County East FFA is celebrating National FFA Week, and after re-establishing itself a few years back, the Norman County East FFA Chapter is continuing to see growth after finding stability in the organization’s leadership. Chapter Vice President Will Woltjer says it’s fun to see the continued growth in the program after a few years…
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February 25, 2026 0