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Neil’s Quality Meats celebrating 55 years of business 

2026 is a big year for the folks over at Neil’s Quality Meats in McIntosh, as they are celebrating 55 years of business this year. Neil’s Meats owner Bob Bursheim says it feels surreal to be celebrating 55 years of business, and he tells us more about the history of the business.  Over the last…
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June 11, 2026 0

Parents reminded about the importance of swim training 

One of the things Minnesota is known for nationwide, are its endless opportunities to get out on the water, whether it be a lake, river, public or private pool. However, this means that it’s important for people to make sure their children, as well as themselves are properly water trained. Carma Hansen of Safe Kids…
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June 10, 2026 0

Polk County Sheriff  talks  ATV/Golf Cart Usage 

This time of year, it’s very common to see people using vehicles like golf carts, motor bikes, and ATV to get around, and the Polk County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents that if you are going to travel using these vehicles there are regulations that you need to follow. While rules regarding usage of these…
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June 10, 2026 0

Ada Mayor John Hintz Talks About Running For Norman County Commissioner

ADA, MN—On Monday, Ada Mayor John Hintz announced he would not run for another term as mayor and would instead run for a seat on the Norman County Commission.  Hintz tells R&J News things fell into place for him to switch gears. Hintz says he’s running for the District 4 seat on the Norman County…
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June 10, 2026 0

Honor Flight Ride to be held in Ada this Weekend 

All are invited to Ada this weekend, as the 2nd Annual Honor Flight Ride is set to depart Ada on Saturday morning. Lori Pladson of Twisted Sisters at Pub 21 in Ada tells us more about this year’s Honor Ride, and what activities they have planned.  The fun does not end there however, as they…
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June 10, 2026 0

What’s the difference between the different kinds of milk? 

When you do your grocery shopping, one aisle you almost always find yourself in is the dairy aisle, with the many different choices of milk to choose from. While most people have their preference, there are many that don’t know the difference between the different options. R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier talks more about the…
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June 10, 2026 0

Twin Valley City Council meets 

The Twin Valley City Council approved a land sale at their regular meeting on Monday night. Twin Valley Mayor Mike Bolton says the land is being sold to someone who will be building a house.  Bolton says the council also approved a building permit for a new business that will be setting up shop in…
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June 10, 2026 0

Stolen Car Arrest

MAHNOMEN, MN—Two men are in custody after Mahnomen County Sheriff’s Deputies found a stolen vehicle near Roy Lake Monday.  When the deputies approached the vehicle, they saw two suspects inside.  One fled on foot and was chased down; the other was arrested near the vehicle.  Deputies seized 11-point-7 grams of meth, along with drug paraphernalia,…
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June 9, 2026 0

Ada Borup West School Board has further discussions on class size 

The Ada Borup West School Board had further discussions regarding class sections during their meeting on Tuesday morning. Ada Borup West Superintendent Aaron Cook tells us more about what was discussed and decided.  Cook is also excited to announce that the district approved multi year contracts for their high school and elementary principals.  Cook says…
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June 9, 2026 0

Fosston Man Dies In Shooting; Suspect in Custody

FOSSTON, MN—Here’s an update to a story R&J News has been following.  A Fosston man has died from injuries he received in a shooting Monday afternoon. The alleged shooter is in custody. 31-year-old Teejay Alvarez died Tuesday morning from a gunshot wound.  The suspected shooter, 22-year-old Cory Burnette Jr. of Fosston, was arrested at the…
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June 9, 2026 0