Mahnomen Hospital Update
MAHNOMEN, MN—With the Minnesota Legislative session over, R&J News checked in with Mahnomen City Administrator Taylor Guenther about whether the City will get money to pay for improvements at the Mahnomen Hospital. Guenther says the City and its lobbyists have been looking for a “Plan B” to find some funding. Guenther says that wasn’t the…
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Pequot Lakes Chamber of Commerce 5-20-25
Colleen Faacks, Pequot Lakes Chamber Director, gives us a preview of upcoming area events in July including “Stars & Stripes Days” and “Bean Hole Days” and sponsorship opportunities available.
Norman County East School Board signs pairing agreement with Ulen Hitterdal
The Norman County East School Board agreed to an extension of their pairing agreement with Ulen Hitterdal at their meeting on Monday night, in front of a crowd of over 20 community members. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell tells us what was discussed at the meeting, and how the board came to its decision. …
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Last week of school at Ulen Hitterdal
It’s the last week of school at the Ulen Hitterdal School District, but before students leave for the summer, there’s still plenty to do. Ulen Hitterdal Dean of Students Ted Critchley says one activity happening today is the 4th through 6th grade Musical. Critchely also shares some information pertaining to graduation, which is set to…
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People reminded to not blow lawn clipping into street
Rain is expected to be in the forecast over the next couple days, and this means that homeowners will likely be breaking their lawnmowers out for the remainder of the spring and summer months. However, residents are reminded to make sure their grass clippings aren’t blown into the street. Ada Public Works Director Brian Rasmussen…
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Beware of ticks and mosquitos
Mosquito season is fast approaching, and people are reminded that there are things they can do to lower the mosquito population on their property. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health explains what you can do to lower the mosquito population in your yard. Mosquitos aren’t the only pests you have to worry about this…
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