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2 Injured In Crookston 2-Vehicle Crash

CROOKSTON, MN—Two people sustained non-life-threatening injuries in a two vehicle crash Sunday morning at the intersection of US Highway 2 and South Road near the University of Minnesota-Crookston campus.  The Minnesota State Patrol says the crash happened at 10:30am when a 1996 Chevrolet Caprice going north on Highway 2 collided with a 2006 Ford Focus…
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City of Gary under a boil order 

The City of Gary is under a Boil Order for use of all city water after their water tower froze over the weekend. Gary Mayor Buck Engen gives us the latest update on the city water, and what people could do if they don’t want to consume the city’s water.  Engen says they don’t know…
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Hillsboro Pool Committee presents to School Board

The Hillsboro Pool Committee held their public meeting on February 10th to gauge community interest in the project. On Friday morning the pool committee brought their ideas to the school board to hear their interest in bringing a new pool to Hillsboro. Superintendent Jon Dryburgh shares the thoughts of the board. The biggest hurdles in…
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Sandhill Lake 4H Camp registration now open

It may only be February, but registration for Sandhill Lake Summer Camp is now open to area 4Hers. Linda Houglum of Norman County 4H says students interested in going to summer camp this year should get registered as early as possible.  People with questions about the camp should contact the Norman County Extension office at…
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Recreational opportunities at Itasca State Park 

Temperatures are expected to remain in the double digits throughout the week, which means that now would be a good time to get outside, and enjoy the fresh air. If you want to get outside, but don’t know what you want to do, Connie Cox of Itasca State Park says they have plenty of recreational…
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Protect your home while on vacation 

We’re at the point in the winter where many area residents will go on Vacation to escape the cold, and the Polk County Sheriff’s Office is reminding people to take the proper steps and protect themselves from potential break ins. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman says the best way to scare off potential intruders is…
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Submission deadline fast approaching for NWMAC’s Annual Exhibit

The February 28 deadline to submit submissions for the Northwest Minnesota Art Council’s (NWMAC) Annual Exhibit is fast approaching, and area artists are encouraged to get their work submitted as soon as possible. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel.  To submit a piece of artwork for the exhibit, go to the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council Website…
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