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Norman County Fair kicks off today 

After months of hard work by the Norman County Fairboard, the 130th Annual Norman County County Fair is here, and set to kick off this afternoon. Norman County Fairboard representatives Don Merkens and Amy Germolus says Wednesday’s schedule includes a free musical performance by the Mooncats among other fun activities.  Over the last few years,…
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June 23, 2026 0

Ada Public Library at the Norman County Fair 

The Ada Public Library will be at this year’s Norman County Fair, and they encourage you to swing by their booth in the coliseum. Ada Librarian Asha Osborn says the fair is an excellent time for you to learn more about their summer reading program, all while participating in an activity.  More information on the…
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June 23, 2026 0

The importance of Weather Awareness 

It’s been just over a year since a massive storm hit the Ada community, destroying their Public Works Building, and cutting the Norman County Fair short, and the anniversary of this storm serves as an excellent opportunity to remind people about the importance of weather awareness. Tammy Carlsrud of Norman Mahnomen Emergency Management explains.  When…
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June 23, 2026 0

Area producers moving from weed management to fungicide treatment 

The planting season is in full swing, and area producers are going to be in their fields over the coming weeks as they move into the fungicide application period. Ada Producer Neil Rockstad says his crop is coming in very strong so far.  After weeks of weed management, Rockstad says he will be moving into…
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June 23, 2026 0

Fosston Native Brad Goss competing at Special Olympics in Minneapolis 

The USA Special Olympics are currently underway in Minneapolis, and the Fosston community is well represented at this year’s competition, as Fosston Native Brad Goss is competing for team North Dakota in basketball. Goss told R&J News he’s very excited to be competing in this year’s games and he’s thankful for the community support.  If…
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June 23, 2026 0