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Norman County Commission Update 

After a lengthy search for the open County CFO position, the Norman County Commission has approved the hiring of Twin Valley’s Jesse Keller. Norman County Commission Chair Steve Jacobson shares a couple of Keller’s traits that stood out during the hiring process.  During their meeting on Thursday, Jacobson said the Norman County Commission had a…
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April 19, 2025 0

City of Ada to start blight enforcement 

Spring is here, and the City of Ada is reminding city residents to make sure they are following the city’s blight rules, as blight enforcement has begun. Ada City Administrator tells us more about the city blight rules, and what can happen if you don’t comply with them.  People with questions about the blight rules…
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April 19, 2025 0

Norman County Commission chooses Jesse Keller to be next County CFO 

After a lengthy search to hire a new CFO for Norman County, the Norman County Commission has found their person for the job. Commission Chair Steve Jacobson gives us a recap of the hiring process, and tells us who will be replacing Dave Steen as he is retiring later this year.  R&J News will have…
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April 18, 2025 0

Off-Duty Norman County Sheriffs Deputy struck by car near Twin Valley 

An off-duty Norman County Sheriff’s Deputy has sustained serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle near Twin Valley on Thursday night.  According to a release from the Norman County Sheriffs office, at approximately 10:55 PM the Norman County Sheriff’s Office received multiple reports of a male pedestrian who had been struck by a vehicle near…
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April 18, 2025 0

Brainerd Lions Club 4-18-25

Nancy Cross, President of the Brainerd Lions Club, encourages our listeners to consider being Lions Club members, explains what they have been doing for the area locally and also in North Carolina, and reminds us of their upcoming events to attend.


April 18, 2025 0

United Way of NE Minnesota Veterans Cash Raffle Drawing Party

We got to speak with Elizabeth Kelly of United Way of Northeastern Minnesota, where we discussed the organization’s United for Veterans whom is hosting a Cash Raffle Drawing Party on May 8th. Raffle ticketholders are invited to enjoy free appetizers and additional raffles while they await to find out if they are the big winner.…
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April 18, 2025 0