Local and Regional News, Wednesday 4/15/2026
I had the chance yesterday to visit a Career Exploration class and talk about my work as a sports and news broadcaster with RJ Broadcasting in International Falls. I shared my path through the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and how hands-on experience helped me get started in broadcasting. I also explained that the…
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What to do in a downed powerline situation
During his appearance on the KKCQ Food for Thought Program, Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman had a discussion about the danger of downed power lines in the event of a vehicular accident or weather event. Tadman tells us more about the dangers of downed power lines, and how you should respond to one if you’re…
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Ada Just For Kix holding annual Spring Dance Show
The Ada Just for Kix will be holding their annual Spring Show this Sunday at the Ada Borup West School, and the community is invited to come and show their support. Ada Just For Kix Director Rachel Brandt gives us a preview of the show. Brandt says they are also excited to be joined on…
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Plenty to do at Itasca State Park this Spring
The Spring season is officially underway at Itasca State Park, which means that now’s a great time to see what the park has to offer. Itasca State Park Naturalist Sandra Lichter says spring is a great time to visit the park, as there’s something new to see each week. More information about amenities and services…
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Ada Bio Girls gearing up for Annual 5K
The Ada Bio Girls recently passed the halfway point of their 2026, which means that they’re gearing up for their annual Chapter Service Project and 5K. Ada Bio Girls site director Tera Johnson says her girls have been working very hard this year, and that this season has been a huge success. Johnson tells us…
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Central Valley FBLA To Nationals
BUXTON, ND—Central Valley School’s chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America recently took part in the State Leadership Conference in Bismarck. Of the 13 Central Valley students who competed, four have advanced to the National Leadership Conference this summer in San Antonio, Texas. Central Valley FBLA Advisor Tanner Bickford says all four are seniors.…
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Severe Weather Awareness Week/Flooding
Severe Weather Awareness Week continues in Minnesota….and today’s emphasis is on flooding. North Dakota State Climatologist Daryl Ritchison tells R&J News the flooding season in the Red River Valley is pretty well over. He reminds you that heavy rains can cause flooding dangers on roads. Thursday’s focus on Severe Weather Awareness Week will be the…
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