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Last Friday, the Win-E-Mac and Fosston Basketball teams held their annual Coaches versus Cancer Night during their game in Win-E-Mac, and the event was a massive success. Win-E-Mac Principal Brady Langemo recaps the event. In total, the teams were able to raise over $11,000 for the American Cancer Society .
Giving hearts Day was Thursday, and Benedictine Living Community-Ada, along with Thrivent & Norsk Coffeehouse held an event at the Norsk Coffeehouse as a way to fundraise for Benedictine. R&J News had the chance to catch up with Morgan Hviding of Benedictine, who says the event was a huge success. Tyler Rice of Thrivent shared…
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The Hillsboro Pool Committee held a public meeting on Tuesday to answer questions about the planning process for a potential new pool in Hillsboro. Between 15-20 people attended the meeting, voicing questions about location and financing. One attendee asked about building on the current pool site. Hillsboro Pool Committee member Paul Geray shares the pros…
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Earlier this week, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office announced the passing of their Department K9 Rex. During his Visit of Food for Thought on Thursday, Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman spoke more about Rex’s passing, and commended his handler Sargent Ben Stout for all their excellent work over the years. K-9 Rex was a 7-year-old…
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A new business is opening its doors in International Falls this week. The Aesthetic Collective is a collaborative space offering a wide range of beauty, wellness, and self-care services, and they will host its open house Friday from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 825 Third Avenue. Owners say the space brings together multiple local professionals…
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New and information from the Waubun Ogema White Earth School District.
MnDOT is asking for community input on the future of the Highway 11/71 corridor through International Falls following a recent public planning meeting held at Minnesota North College – Rainy River. Officials say the study focuses on improving safety and traffic flow between County Road 91 and Highway 53. Project leaders say they’re currently reviewing…
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