Wild Rice Watershed Update
Deer hunting season has arrived, and the Wild Rice Watershed District (WRWD) is reminding hunters, and other recreationalists about the rules regarding access to WRWD properties. Tara Jensen of the WRWD reminds the public that these lands are not open to the public, and she explains why. Jensen also gave an update on the Perley…
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Fertile Community Club hosting Annual Fall Craft Show
The Fertile Community Club will be holding their 37th Annual Fall Craft Show this weekend at the Polk County Fairgrounds. Community Club Representative Stacy Erickson gives us a preview of this weekend’s event. Erickson says the amount of vendors at the show fluctuates each year, and she also tells us if there’s still vendor space…
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Norman County East School Board approves new mission statement
The Norman County East School Board approved a new mission statement at their meeting on Monday evening. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell tells us more. Nudell says the board also approved some new hirings, but there’s still positions to fill. Crews continue to work on the ongoing building project, and Nudell gave a shout…
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Farm Bill Update
Congress hasn’t passed a Farm Bill since 2018 , and producers across the region are eagerly waiting for a new one. The question however is, will congress be able to reach a new deal? Ag Country Farm Credit Services VP of Legislative and Public Affairs Andy Martin tells us what’s been done, and what still…
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Fertile City Council Meets
FERTILE, MN—Monday night, the Fertile City Council approved its preliminary tax levy and preliminary budget for 2026. Fertile Mayor Brian Nephew has the numbers, which includes raises for City employees and higher insurance costs for the City. Nephew says even with a ten percent property tax increase, Fertile’s preliminary budget numbers don’t add up. The…
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Ulen-Hitterdal Homecoming This Week
School spirit is on display at Ulen-Hitterdal School this week, as it’s Homecoming Week. Ulen-Hitterdal Dean of Students Avery Thompson says Monday was jersey day and he goes over the rest of the week’s activities. UPDATE: This year’s Homecoming King and Queen at Ulen-Hitterdal are Jace Braseth and Olivia Theis. The rest of the Homecoming…
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Tom Hanson to be inducted into the Ada Borup West Hall of Fame
The Ada Borup West School will be inducting four individuals and a team into the Ada Borup West Hall of Fame on Saturday. One of the people that will be inducted as a part of the Ada Borup West Hall of Fame class of 2025 will be former Ada Superintendent Tom Hanson. R&J News had…
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September is Suicide Prevention Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and area organizations are promoting the different suicide prevention services available to area entities and organizations. Brenna Olson of Polk County Public Health tells us more about what’s available through her at public health. Olson says if you need more information about resources available to you, don’t be afraid…
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Ulen-Hitterdal School News
Ulen-Hitterdal Dean of Students Avery Thompson talks about this week’s Homecoming activities.