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Mahnomen Road Construction Update

MAHNOMEN, MN—Here’s an update to a story R&J News has been following.  The City of Mahnomen has been preparing for road construction this summer.  Mahnomen City Administrator Taylor Guenther has a progress report on that construction. Guenther was asked if there are any new road closings in Mahnomen. R&J News will keep you posted on…
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July 3, 2025 0

Andrea Simon takes over as Superintendent of Mahnomen School District 

On July 1, Dr Andrea Simon officially took over as Superintendent of the Mahnomen School District, and she has hit the ground running in her limited time. Simon says she is excited to finally be in the building, and she praised the support she is already getting.  Simon tells us what the next couple months…
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July 3, 2025 0

Mahnomen County Sheriff’s Office reminding you to be safe this holiday weekend

We have a long weekend due to the Independence Day holiday, which gives people the perfect opportunity to unwind, and have fun. Mahnomen County Sheriff Josh Guenther reminds people that while you may be on vacation, the Mahnomen County Sheriff’s Office will still be out and about.  Guether says if you’re planning on spending some…
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July 3, 2025 0

Hatton Independence Celebration Begins Wednesday

HATTON, ND—Hatton, North Dakota has so much planned for the Fourth of July, their festivities are starting Wednesday night.  Ben Cigelske, president of the Hatton Men’s Club, tells us what’s happening Wednesday. The Hatton Men’s Club has many more things on tap for Thursday and Friday.  R&J News will keep you posted.


July 2, 2025 0

Goose River Golf Course hosting fireworks show on Thursday

The city of Hillsboro will be treated to fireworks at Goose River Golf Course back-to-back years on July 3rd. Jake Rust of Hillsboro Fire and Rescue speaks to the reasoning behind the date and why everyone should come enjoy the show. Rust says the show will be bigger than ever this year thanks to the…
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July 2, 2025 0

Take a trip to Itasca State Park this Independence Day 

Independence Day weekend is one of the busiest times of the year for our Minnesota State Parks. This is no different for Itasca State Park who will have different events and programs happening throughout the day. Itasca State Park Naturalist Connie Cox gives us a sneak peak into some of their plans for the 4th. …
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July 2, 2025 0

Norman County East Construction Update 

The Norman County East School has been closed all summer due to an ongoing construction project that was approved by voters last fall. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell provides an update on the project.  Budgets are always a major concern heading into a project of this size, as Nudell is happy to say that…
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July 2, 2025 0

Area Crop Update 

Planting season continues across the Red River Valley, and producers are reporting some very promising crops. Local Producer Tate Petry gives us an update on how his wheat crop is looking, as well as the fungicide application process. Petry says his soybean crop is also looking solid as well, despite some yellowing.  You can listen…
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July 2, 2025 0