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Twin Valley City Council Meets 

The Twin Valley City Council approved the final payment of their large construction project from last year. Twin Valley Mayor Mike Bolton reminds us what was done, and how the project turned out.   Bolton says the council continued to work on their rental ordinance as well.  Bolton also reminds Twin Valley residents that their annual…
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April 14, 2026 0

Norman County 4H holds annual Share the Fun Event 

Norman County 4H held their annual Pancake Fundraiser and Share the Fun Event this weekend, giving the community a chance to catch up with 4Hers across Norman County. Linda Houglum of Norman County 4H says this year’s breakfast was a big hit.  Houglum says Share the Fun also went very well, and she shares this…
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April 14, 2026 0

Ulen-Hitterdal Musical coming up this Friday and Saturday

The Ulen-Hitterdal Theatre Department will be presenting their rendition of the Disney classic “Newsies”  this week, and Ulen Hitterdal Senior Gretchen Bain will be co-starring in this year’s production. Bain tells us more about her role in “Newsies”.  Bain says this year’s production features a very fun supporting cast.  Bain says this is her fourth…
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April 14, 2026 0

Lakers Win Series in 6, Advancing to Bill Salonen Cup Finals

GAME 5 The Fort Frances Lakers are still alive in the SIJHL playoffs after a big 3-1 win in Game 5 over the Kam River Fighting Walleye on home ice.After dropping Games 3 and 4 on the road, the Lakers responded with a strong, physical effort—tightening up defensively and getting key contributions from special teams…
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April 13, 2026 0

Local and Regional News, Monday 4/13/2026

Treatment courts are being highlighted this May as part of National Treatment Court Month, with officials calling them one of the most effective tools in the justice system.These specialized courts focus on addressing substance use and mental health disorders that often drive criminal behavior, combining treatment with strict supervision and accountability.Advocates say treatment courts not…
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April 13, 2026 0

MCA Testing begins this week at Norman County East 

It’s state testing season at schools across Minnesota, and at Norman County East, they will be kicking off their MCA testing this week. Norman County East Principal Kelly Kalina says it’s important for parents to make sure their kids are well rested, and prepared before heading to school for testing.  Parents with questions about testing…
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April 13, 2026 0

Hawley Middle School/Gym Project Update 

The Hawley Middle School Project continues to move closer to completion, and the District will be crossing some big things off their list in the coming days. Hawley High School Principal Kelly Anderson tells us what’s been done, and what they will be doing in the coming days.  Anderson says there’s also a lot of…
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April 13, 2026 0

Thief River Falls Robotics Team Qualifies for World Championship

The Thief River Falls Robotics Team ProDigi recently had the opportunity to travel to Oklahoma, and compete against some of the best robotics teams in the world. ProDigi team leader Briley gives us a recap of their trip to Oklahoma, which saw them making it all the way to the tournament finals.  Briley says their…
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