Author: Prestin Douville

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Norman County Fair Kicks off on Wednesday 

The Norman County Fair is fast approaching with events kicking off on Wednesday. Norman County Fair Board President Don Merkens says the fair board has been hard at work over the last year, and you may notice some changes at the fairgrounds.  Jim Birkmeyer of the Norman County Fair Board says there will also be…
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June 13, 2025 0

Twisted Sisters at Pub 21 raises over $10,000 for Honor Flight of ND/MN 

Twisted Sisters at Pub 21 have some really great news regarding their upcoming Heroes on Wheels fundraiser for the Honor Flight of ND/MN. Lori Pladson of Twisted Sisters at Pub 21 tells us more.  While the fundraising goal has already been met Pladson still encourages you to come out to the Heroes on Wheels fundraiser…
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June 13, 2025 0

Law Enforcement Spotlight: Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall 

Throughout the year R&J News has been speaking with area law enforcement officers as a way to get to know them better. Next up on our Law Enforcement Spotlight is Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall. Sheriff Fall tells us more about his background in law enforcement, and why he pursued a career in law enforcement. …
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June 13, 2025 0

Ulen Hitterdal hires new Dean of Students 

The Ulen Hitterdal School Board approved a number of hirings, and resignations at their board meeting on Wednesday night. Ulen Hitterdal Superintendent Dustin Flaten walks us through the staffing changes, which includes the hiring of a new Dean of Students.  Flaten says the school board also approved a proposal for SRO services for the 2025/2026…
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June 13, 2025 0

Fishing Report from The Woods Outdoor Sporting Goods – 6/12/2025

Fishing Report from The Woods Outdoor Sporting Goods with Austin from Thursday, June 12 2025.


June 12, 2025 0

Twisted Sisters at Pub 21 Heroes on Wheels fundraiser is Saturday

People are reminded that on Saturday, Twisted Sisters at Pub 21 in Ada will be holding their annual Heroes on Wheels fundraiser, for the Honor Flight of North Dakota and Minnesota. Lori Pladson of Twisted Sisters at Pub 21 gives us a preview of the day.  While the main focus is raising money for the…
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June 11, 2025 0

Summer programming begins at Big Bog State Recreation Area 

Summer program is set to resume at Big Bog State Recreation Area, and area staff have a number of fun activities planned. Area Naturalist Christa Drake tells us what they have planned throughout the rest of the month.  More information about programming can be seen on the Big Bog State Recreation Area webpage on the…
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June 11, 2025 0

Hegne Hustlers 4H Club celebrating 90 years 

The Hegne Husters 4H will be celebrating their 90 year anniversary during the Norman County Fair next week. Mary Ann Bell has been involved with the Hegne Hustlers for over 40 years, and she is always one to promote the many opportunities that 4H offers to area youth. Bell tells us more about these opportunities,…
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June 11, 2025 0

Bisek reflects on time spent as Mahnomen Superintendent 

The Mahnomen School Board heard an update on the ongoing construction work that’s being done at the school throughout the summer. Mahnomen Superintendent Jeff Bisek gives us an update on the project.  The Minnesota Legislature came to an end on Monday night, and Bisek fills us in on what legislation from the session will have…
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June 11, 2025 0

Ada Feed & Seed under new ownership, rebrands to Ada Ag 

Ada Ag the business formerly known as Ada Feed & Seed is under new ownership, and changes are on the way. After traveling the world through his old job, Ada Ag’s new owner Mark Jirik says he is excited for this new opportunity, and to be back in the area.  Jirik also talked about his…
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June 11, 2025 0