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Lakes Area Yes Network to expand to new communities this summer 

Last week, R&J News told you about the Lakes Area Yes Network, and the summer programming they have been offering to kids in the communities of Detroit Lakes, Callaway, and White Earth. However, the program is looking to expand into new communities this summer. Yes Network program Director Mike Labine explains.  Labine says expansion of…
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October 26, 2026 0

Perham Hosts Northern Minnesota Robotics Conference Championship and Open

The Perham Area Community Center transformed into a hub of high-energy STEM competition this past weekend as high school teams gathered for the Northern Minnesota Robotics Conference (NMRC) Championship and Open Tournament. Friday kicked off with the NMRC Championship, where Team 5913 Patriotic Robotics from Pequot Lakes, put on a commanding performance. Entering the playoff…
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October 26, 2026 0

Norman County East raising money for student battling cancer 

The Norman County East Community recently received unfortunate news that one of their students is battling cancer, and in response the school is holding a fundraiser to help the family during this difficult time. Norman County East Principal Kelly Kalina explains.  Link to the fundraiser: https://salomonstrong.itemorder.com/shop/home/?fbclid=IwY2xjawVIoctleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMVlHOWlMNmF3anpDT3Z3TmxzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEevtiBf7k4PXOkhEc_Ovs00lx4MiQTv1STZ8wy39jm_su0hEB0uPMP95TifMM_aem_AunNOlxdc4ZwcrXEwmx4KA


October 26, 2026 0

Cougar Wrestling program to hold parent meeting on Thursday 

After months of preparation, the Cougar Wrestling program will be holding a Parent Meeting, for any students interested in joining the wrestling team in their inaugural season. Cougar Wrestling Coach Josh Visser tells us more.  If you’re worried about your child’s lack of wrestling experience, Visser says any students who go out for wrestling will…
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October 26, 2026 0

College and Career Week at Ada Borup West 

It’s a week of exploration at the Ada Borup West School, as they will be celebrating their annual College and Career week. Ada Borup West High School Principal Josh Carlson says the week is a great way for students to have some fun, also exploring their options after high school. For more news from the…
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October 26, 2026 0

Hillsboro’s Wayne Dickhoff attends Veterans Honor Flight 

The Honor Flight of ND/MN went on their latest trip to Washington DC last month, and one of the many local attendees was Hillsboro’s Wayne Dickhoff. R&J News had the chance to catch up with Dickhoff who says the trip gave him the opportunity to honor fallen veterans tied to his family.  Dickhoff says the…
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October 26, 2026 0

KRJB-KRJM Coaches Corner 10-24-26

Ada Borup West FB Kenley Wahlin 10-24-26 Ada Borup West VB Amy Johnson 10-24-26 Climax Fisher VB Brenda Slyt 10-24-26 Polk Co West FB Darrin Byklum 10-24-26 Fertile Beltrami FB Chris Zimmel 10-24-26 Fertile Beltrami VB Maggie Coauette 10-24-26 Fertile Beltrami XC Chad Hitchen 10-24-26 Hawley FB Nathan Brager 10-24-26 Hawley VB Maggie Weller 10-24-26…
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October 24, 2026 0

Hillsboro/Central Valley Wins Third Straight Girls State Cross Country Title

JAMESTOWN, ND – Hillsboro/Central Valley came out on top for a third straight year to win the Class B title in girls cross country. The Burros had 3 runners finish in the top five with HCV freshman Claire Grinde win her third straight individual title. Caroline Anderson came in second and Kayla Moch finished fifth.…
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October 24, 2026 0

Angel Tree Program Underway in International Falls

The Salvation Army in International Falls is now accepting applications for the Angel Tree Program from families in the area. The program helps distribute gifts for the holidays to kids in communities. Families register, and if they are accepted, they have a wish list sent out to the community, who can purchase these items to…
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October 23, 2026 0

Fort Frances Hospital Fundraiser This Sunday

Coming up this Sunday, October 25th, at the Fort Frances Legion is the Pumpkin and Plaid Fundraising Event put on by the Fort Frances Hospital’s Auxiliary. Susan Seiders, the Co-Manager of the gift shop at the Fort Frances Hospital, detailed the event. The Auxiliary pledged to donate 75,000 dollars to the Hospital’s chemotherapy department to…
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October 23, 2026 0