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Wake the Lakes “DIMWIT-ZZZZ-DUMB for the Day”

–Food doesn’t really go ‘bad’, technically something just starts eating it before you do. –When I drive with my left hand, the lives of the people in my car are held by something I can’t even write my name with. –A zombie outbreak could be prevented if people were buried with their shoelaces tied together.…
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April 13, 2023 0

Northland Arboretum 4-13-23

Candice Zimmermann, Executive Director of the Northland Arboretum, reminds us of all the great activities and events coming up at the Arb and describes the benefits of membership there.


April 13, 2023 0

Giving Hearts Day Benefits Barnesville Renovation

BARNESVILLE, MN—There was a sign of Barnesville’s generosity on display at Monday’s Barnesville City Council meeting.  City Administrator Jeremy Cossette says proceeds from the recent Giving Hearts Day will go toward renovating a Barnesville building. Cossette gives some examples of how the money was raised. Cossette says the City of Barnesville will also chip in…
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April 13, 2023 0

HBA Customer Appreciation Breakfast Saturday

HILLSBORO, ND—It’s said there’s no such thing as a free lunch; but in Hillsboro Saturday morning, there will be a free breakfast.  The Hillsboro Business Association is holding its annual Customer Appreciation Breakfast at the Main Street Community Center.  HBA President JR Strom has details. Strom says they usually serve over 100 people at the…
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April 13, 2023 0

Mahnomen School update

Pre-K and Kindergarten enrollment packets have gone out for the Mahnomen School. Aimee Pederson with the Mahnomen School encourages parents to get those enrollments in – and there will be a prize incentive. Next week, the Mahnomen ECFE will be back in the classroom. Mahnomen Community Education also has a few upcoming events, including Estate…
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April 13, 2023 0

Norman County Emergency Preparedness Meeting

ADA, MN—Officials from Ada and Norman County met Wednesday afternoon in Ada to prepare for possible flooding over the next few days.  Norman County Emergency Manager Garry Johanson has the latest. Johanson was asked if there are any places in Ada that are vulnerable to flooding. Johanson says there are no current plans to make…
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April 12, 2023 0

Traill County Career Fair And Expo Recap

The Traill County Career Expo & Job Fair was held on Wednesday in Mayville. Jim Murphy with the Traill County EDC says in just five years, the event has grown rapidly. Murphy says the biggest part of the Expo & Job Fair is letting people know what’s available in the area. Murphy says people may…
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April 12, 2023 0

Spring Medallion Found for Week 3!

Mike Carlson found the Spring Medallion for Week 3 as it was located on the dock in Ranier.  Mike won a $50 Ronnings gift card and two Chanhassen dinner theater tickets!


April 12, 2023 0

OOF-da Tacos owners looking for a buyer

From OOF-da Tacos to Elephant Ears the OOF-da Taco stand has been seen at hundreds of local events and sites throughout the years. OOF-da Tacos owners Greg and Donna Parenteau are looking for a buyer to take over their popular franchise. The OOF-da Tacos franchise was established in 1985 and Greg and Donna purchased the…
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April 12, 2023 0

Norman County Spring Expo On Sunday

The first ever Norman County Spring Expo is still on for this Sunday at the Hendrum School Building.  One of the Expo’s organizers, Ann Tommerdahl, says they’ve had to make a small change in the event. Another organizer, Dena Bishop, says there will be several vendors at the Spring Expo. The Norman County Spring Expo…
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