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Bagley School District continues to discuss school safety 

Last month, R&J News told you that the Bagley School Board was considering the implementation of the school safety program Alice. Bagley Superintendent Erich Heise says the board decided to move forward in adopting the ALICE Program.  Heise says the board is also considering the adoption of another safety program as well.  Heise tells us…
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October 10, 2025 0

Area Clubs wrapping up National 4H week

National 4H will be wrapping up this weekend, and R&J News has had the opportunity to catch up with area 4Hers, and talk more about the organizations , and the opportunities 4H has given. One of the 4Hers we caught up with was Olivia Halvorson of Mahnomen County 4H, and she tells us more about…
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October 10, 2025 0

Fire Safety: Fire Extinguishers 

Fire extinguishers are an important fire safety tool in every home, but knowing when and when not to use it is just as important. Carma Hansen of Safe Kids Grand Forks tells us more.  When it comes to children using fire extinguishers, Hansen actually recommends that you not teach your child how to use it,…
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October 10, 2025 0

Hillsboro Fire Department promoting Fire Safety during Fire Prevention Week 

It’s Fire Prevention Week, and the Hillsboro Fire Department is promoting fire prevention methods that you and your family should be practicing all year round. Steve Haffley of the Hillsboro Fire Department says the first two things you should do this week is check your smoke deters, and do a home fire drill.  Electrical fires…
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October 9, 2025 0

City of Hillsboro seeking community feedback 

The City of Hillsboro is seeking feedback from its residents, and are asking them to complete an online survey. Hillsboro City Administrator Casey Eggermont has the details.  Eggermont says the Hillsboro City Commission will be examining the results of the Survey once it closes next month.  Link to the survey: https://bit.ly/HillsboroSurvey2025


October 9, 2025 0

Online mental health services available through Traill District Health ‘

The upcoming winter, and holiday season can often be a difficult time mentally for some, and Traill District Health has resources that you can start utilizing, in order to be prepared for the coming months. Branda Stallman of Traill District Health tells us more about this service called Credible Minds.  Stallman says there’s something for…
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October 9, 2025 0

Bagley School looking at potential cuts and changes, as enrollment continues to decrease 

Like many rural school districts across Minnesota, the Bagley School District has seen a steady decline in enrollment, and this may cause the district to make many future changes, and budget cuts, if this trend does not change. Bagley Superintendent Erich Heise talks more about enrollment, and the effects its having on the schools financials. …
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October 9, 2025 0

Mahnomen County 4H celebrating 4H Week 

It’s National 4H week, and Mahnomen County 4H has been celebrating all week long. Mahnomen County 4H Ambassador and Federation member Bridget Miller tells us more about her 4H background, and what she participates in.  One way that Mahnomen County 4H is celebrating 4H week is by organizing a service project. Miller tells us more…
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October 9, 2025 0

Local Harvest Update 

The 2025 Fall harvest continues to move along. After high temperatures hit the region last week, Gary Farmer Ron Pinske says that these cooler temperatures were very much needed.  Pinske says that this year’s crop has been good for the most part.  Ada farmer Jake Kroshus also tells us how the harvest is shaping up…
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October 9, 2025 0

Ada Borup West school reminding parents to dress your kid for the weather 

Fall temperatures have finally arrived in the region, and the Ada Borup West School District is reminding parents to check their children before they head out the door to make sure they are dressed appropriately for the weather. Ada Borup West Elementary Principal Bree Triplett.  Triplett says they will also be doing a special activity…
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October 9, 2025 0