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June 9, 2026 0

This week at Itasca State Park 

It’s a busy time of year at Itasca State Park, and the parks staff of naturalists have events happening almost every day throughout the month. Itasca Lead Naturalist Connie Cox gives us a preview of what they have happening this week.  Fishing is one of Minnesota’s most popular pastimes, and Cox says they will also…
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June 9, 2026 0

Fallout of the Legislative Session on Polk County 

The Minnesota Legislative Session wrapped up close to a month ago, and local organizations, municipalities, and governments are still learning what came out of the session, and how it will impact them. For Polk County Commissioner Joan Lee, she said that the legislature did pass some items that will have an impact on the county,…
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June 9, 2026 0

Anglers Reminded about new Trout Fishing opportunity near Ulen 

When people in Minnesota hear about the fishing season, their first thoughts will often be of walleye, pike, bass, or even sturgeon and catfish. But for anglers in Northwest Minnesota one fish that’s often overlooked is lake & river trout. Nathan Olson of the DNR Fisheries Division reminds anglers that there are some limited opportunities…
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June 9, 2026 0

Health and Wellness of Cows important for Dairy Producers 

June is Dairy month, and R&J Broadcasting will be giving you a look into the dairy industry all month long. While certain activist organizations will incorrectly claim otherwise, did you know a cow’s health is a top priority for Dairy Producers? R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier explains.  Once this milk is harvested, Revier says it…
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June 9, 2026 0

Summer Pet Reminders

Summer weather is here, and Simley’s Rescue in Fertile is reminding you that if you’re hot, your pet is also hot. Sidney Olson of Smiley’s Rescue shares some advice that all pet owners should be following this time of year.  Olson says the “if you’re hot, they’re hot” mindset also applies to the pavement come…
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June 9, 2026 0

Fertile City Council Meets

FERTILE, MN—The Fair Meadow Nursing Home was discussed a couple of times at Monday’s Fertile City Council meeting.  The first was approving a loan from the City’s Economic Development Authority to Fair Meadow in case the nursing home’s checking account ran short of funds. Fertile Mayor Brian Nephew says the loan would cover a cash…
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June 9, 2026 0

North Dakota Election Day Tuesday

This is Election Day in North Dakota.  Polls will be open until 7 tonight with several city and county races on the ballot.   In Traill County, voters will decide on approving a home rule charter. This could allow the county to ask voters to approve a county sales tax, lodging tax or restaurant tax.  Also,…
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June 9, 2026 0

Local Schools Get MN Dept. Of Agriculture Grants

ST. PAUL, MN—Several area schools have received grants from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture through its Farm to School program. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture awards grants annually to local school districts and early care providers so they can buy more food that is grown and raised in Minnesota.  Three schools have received $5000 in…
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June 9, 2026 0