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The Norman County Highway Department held an open house for their new Highway Department building on Tuesday afternoon Norman County Engineer Keith Bendt says this event was a long time coming, and he tells us more about the new building, and the need it filled for Norman County. Norman County Commission Chair Steve Jacobson talks…
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The Minnesota State Education Bill was a major talking point at the Ada Borup West School Board meeting on Tuesday morning, as school districts across the state are gearing up for future cuts, and funding shortfalls after no budget increases to education this year. Ada Borup West Superintendent Aaron Cook says this was not a…
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Registration is now open for the Traill County 150th Year Anniversary Celebration “Bus Tour to Caledonia” event on Friday, June 20. Event representative John Wright says the tour will offer an excellent opportunity to learn more about Traill County’s storied history. Wright tells us more about what they have planned for the day, as well…
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The Polk County Commission recently made some changes to future road projects that will save the county a lot of money. Polk County Commissioner Joan Lee tells us more about the changes, and the money it will save taxpayers. Lee says the commission also made some shakeups in the county finance department, including the hiring…
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The Minnesota Legislature met on Monday in a special session to put an end to the 2025 Legislative Session. During a press conference on Monday Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson addressed the session, and made it clear that the Senate GOP Caucus did not agree with the state’s budget bill. Leader Johnson highlighted some examples…
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The Wild Rice Conservation Club will be holding their Annual Fishing Derby on the Wild Rice River this Saturday. Nicole Nagowski of the Wild Rice Conservation Club tells us what you’ll need to know if you’re looking to participate. The fishing derby is also a great way to promote the Wild Rice Conservation Club, and…
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The Twin Valley City Council heard a presentation from their auditor at Monday night’s council meeting. Twin Valley Mayor Mike Bolton is happy to announce that their 2024 audit came back clean, Bolton says the city also approved a series of purchases for the Twin Valley Rescue, and Fire Departments. The Twin Valley City Council…
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The Norman County Fair is just over a week away, and one group that’s been getting ready for it is Norman County 4H. Norman County 4H Extension Educator Linda Houglum says her 4Hers have been hard at work, getting ready for one of the most exciting times of the year. Houglum also gives a preview…
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Summer is bike riding season for the children of the Red River Valley, and while bike riding is a fun activity, it can also be dangerous when safety recommendations are ignored. Kelsey Merkens of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health it’s important for parents to make sure their children are wearing bike helmets when riding, and equally important…
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It’s a busy week of programming at Itasca State Park, as Saturday is Free Parks Day. Itasca State Park Lead Naturalist Connie Cox tells us more about Free Parks Day, and some other things they are celebrating this week. Cox says this week’s programs kick off on Friday, with a full day of activities. Cox…
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