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The community choir is taking place at the Backus Community Center every Tuesday from 6 to 7 p.m. in the third-floor music room. No singing experience is required, and no ability to read music is needed. The choir began last week, so new members won’t be far behind.
On October 20th, at 6 p.m. in the Beltrami County board room, there is an Opioid Settlement Meeting that happens annually between the Beltrami County Commissioners, the Beltrami County Opioids Steering Committee, and the Beltrami County Public Health division. The meeting will focus on the county’s opioid response, recovery efforts, and paths forward. Local data…
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The Co-Executive Director of the Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life Cathy Blaeser spoke with R&J news recently about the upcoming big ticket issues concerning those that share in their stance on pro-life values in the upcoming local elections. November 3rd is coming up fast, and Blaeser says this election will be pivotal for those hoping…
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If you’re planning on planting a fall seeded crop this year, the Norman County FSA Office is reminding you that their acreage reporting deadline is fast approaching. Norman County FSA Officer James Kruize explains. Kruize also reminds producers that the ARC program is currently taking signups as well. For more information on these programs contact…
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Drivers commuting through Bemidji today should be advised that a detour will be in order if you are going near the Irvine Avenue Bridge and should plan accordingly. The Bemidji Police Department confirms the bridge will be closed today, Oct 20th, while MnDOT and LHB (the engineering firm) complete an inspection on the bridge that…
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The Thief River Falls City Council will meet Tonight, October 20th, at 5:30 p.m. in the council chambers at City Hall. Items on the consent agenda include the approval of council proceedings from October 6th, City bills, and disbursements. There were be several new business items which include TZD Grant 2026-2027, Approval for the TRF…
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Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston will host its community Meatball Supper on Wednesday, October 21st, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Attendees can look forward to a full meal featuring meatballs with gravy, mashed potatoes, carrots, a dinner roll, and dessert. In addition to the meal, the event features a quilt raffle provided by the…
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GRAND FORKS, ND—University of North Dakota Police say a man threatened to shoot up a fraternity and assaulted a member early Sunday morning. According to court records and declarations from UND Police, Police were sent to a UND fraternity house around 2:30am Sunday about a man who was making threats and that man said he had…
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MAHNOMEN, MN—The Mahnomen City Council took a first step toward a new water treatment plant in the city. Mahnomen City Administrator Taylor Guenther has the details. Guenther also reminds Mahnomen residents that city streets will be swept in the next few days. Guenther announced that the CP Holiday Train will be coming to Mahnomen on…
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