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Dry Bean Update 

The forecast as of late has been sunny and hot, but if you ask area producers what their crop needs, most are going to say rain. Carl Swenson of Lee Bean in Borup says they’re approaching a very critical time for the dry bean crop, and that some rain is very much needed.  Swenson says…
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July 27, 2026 0

Norman County Night to Unite is Tuesday 

Norman County Night to Unite is set to take place tomorrow (Tuesday) at the Norman County Fairgrounds in Ada, and people of all ages are encouraged to come out for some summer fun. LeAnn Hall of the Ada Chamber of Commerce says there will be no shortage of fun events the whole family will enjoy. …
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July 27, 2026 0

Minnesota DNR Update 

This year has been a year of broken records for the Minnesota DNR, as they have certified a number of different state record fish across the state. Nathan Olson of the Minnesota DNR Fisheries Department tells us more.  In other news, earlier this year the DNR implemented a new e-licensing system, and Olson tells us…
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July 27, 2026 0

Fair Meadow Foundation holding 7th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser on Friday 

Coming up on Friday, the Fair Meadow Foundation in Fertile will be holding their annual Golf Tournament fundraiser, at the Sandhill Golf Course in Fertile. Kiley Desrosier  of the Fairmeadow Foundation says funds raised from the tournament will go back to the foundation, and she explains how they assist the Fair Meadow Nursing Home.  Desrosier…
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July 27, 2026 0

Back to School Preparation: Sleep and Vaccines

The back to school season is here, which means that parents and guardians should be starting the process of getting their children back into their regular school routines, so that they can start the school year off strong. Kelsey Merkens of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says that parents should start getting their children back into their…
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July 27, 2026 0

Ada Bio Girls wrapping up 2026 season with end of season 5K

The Ada Bio Girls will be wrapping up their 2026 season on Saturday with their end of season 5K. Ada Bio Girls Site Leader Tera Johnson says the 5K serves as a finale for the season, that showcases all the hard work and growth the girls have gone through over the last 5 months.  To…
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May 13, 2026 0

Benefit pancake supper being held in Flom on Saturday 

Coming up on Saturday, there will be a pancake benefit supper for a Twin Valley community member who recently lost their home in a house fire. Benefit representative Travis Tjon (ch-un) has the details.  Tjon says the meal is free will offering, and will be served by members of the Flom Area Lions Club, and…
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May 13, 2026 0

Polk County Sheriff reminding anglers about state’s boat operation laws 

The 2026 fishing season is officially underway, and the Polk County Sheriff’s Office is reminding anglers about Minnesota’s motorboat operation laws. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman explains.  If you don’t have an operator’s permit Tadman says to get one through the DNR as you could receive a citation if you’re caught operating a boat without…
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May 13, 2026 0