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Fargo National Cemetery to hold Spirit of 45 Commemoration next week 

The Fargo National Cemetery will be hosting a Spirit of 45 Commemoration event next week, and all are invited. Brandy Pyle of the Fargo National Cemetery tells us more about this event, and its history.  Pyle speaks more on the significance of this event, and explains why she feels it important to continue to honor…
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August 6, 2025 0

Area agencies seeking people to enter the law enforcement profession 

It’s no secret that there’s a shortage of law enforcement officers in Minnesota, and most agencies across Minnesota are recruiting for new officers. Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve says he’d definitely recommend a career in law enforcement, and he speaks of some of the benefits of going into the field.   Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall…
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August 6, 2025 0

Hillsboro City Commission approves Preliminary Budget 

The Hillsboro City Commission approved a preliminary budget at their meeting on Monday night. Hillsboro City Auditor Casey Eggermont tells us more.  Eggermont says there was also a lengthy discussion regarding funding for the Hillsboro Fire Hall, which is expected to break ground this fall.  There was a discussion about the dedication of tax proceeds…
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August 6, 2025 0

Grand Forks’ Jerzee Rosinski wheels her way to first Sprint Car victory

16-year-old Jerzee Rosinski is no stranger to victory lane in the Grand Forks go-karting world. After dominant karting seasons she’s set her sights on the sprint car class. Rosinski shares what’s driven her passion for racing for so many years. On Friday, August 1st Rosinski drew pole position for her heat race, finishing 2nd. This…
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August 5, 2025 0

Fertile City Council Meets

FERTILE, MN—The Fertile City Council held a special meeting Tuesday morning.  Fertile Mayor Brian Nephew tells us about the meeting. Nephew tells us how many candidates will be interviewed. Fair Meadow Nursing Home, which is owned by the City of Fertile, hasn’t had a permanent administrator since Angie Leiting resigned under pressure in June of…
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August 5, 2025 0

Ranier Days 2025 at Loony’s Brew

With Ranier Days beginning on Thursday, August 7th a local bartender from Loony’s Brew joined us for our Let’s Talk About It program. This is Taylor, telling us about everything going on for Ranier Days 2025.


August 5, 2025 0

Aging Matters August 4th

George and Sue Fraik present a monthly radio show Aging Matters promoting an age-friendly Minnesota. The goal is to help us champion communities free of ageism. This week is a recap of the past shows topics and guests,  as George and Sue, celebrate the second season of Aging Matters on Lakes Country 104.1 and The Bear 95.3.


August 5, 2025 0

Area Crop Update 

Harvest is fast approaching, and local producers are in the waiting stages. R&J Ag Producer Nick Revier had the chance to catch up with Felton farmer Dan Kvien, who gives us an update on his wheat crop.  Kvien says he is also optimistic about his corn crop this year.  Despite perfect conditions for potential diseases,…
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August 5, 2025 0

Wild Rice Lutheran Church holding annual Block Party

You’re invited out to Wild Rice Lutheran Church in rural Twin Valley this evening for their 10th Annual Neighborhood Block Party. Wild Rice Lutheran Church representative Jolee Habedank says all are invited.  Again that’s this evening from 5:00 to 7:00at Wild Rice Lutheran Church in Twin Valley. People are encouraged to bring their own lawn…
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