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Last Chance to donate to Essentia Health “Stuff the Bus” School Supply Drive 

The Essentia Health-Ada “Stuff the Bus” School Supply Drive is currently underway, but time to donate is running out fast. Latonya Bitker of Essentia Health-Ada tells us more about  their ongoing school supply drive, and the type of items they’re looking for.  Bitker explains why this is something that Essentia Health-Ada wanted to do.  Donations…
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August 5, 2026 0

Ada Girl Scouts Update 

The Ada Girl Scouts had the experience of a lifetime this past July, as the girls had the opportunity to get involved with the Minnesota Lynx at one of their games. Ada Girl Scout leader Bonnie Ballard tells us more.  Ballard says the girls have also been busy at work this summer, doing some service…
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August 5, 2026 0

Hillsboro City Commission Meets 

The Hillsboro City Commission met in regular session on Monday night. Hillsboro City Auditor Casey Eggermont told R&J News that their agenda was light, but they still discussed a few items, including a safety grant they recently received.  Eggermont also reminds Hillsboro residents that changes are coming to their billing system.  People with questions or…
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August 5, 2026 0

Ryan Pacheco Update

MAHNOMEN, MN—White Earth Police are now offering a $5000 reward for information leading to a person of interest in a recent shooting in Mahnomen.  White Earth Police and the Mahnomen County Sheriff’s Office have been looking for 24-year-old Ryan Pacheco in connection with a shooting late last Friday night in Mahnomen.  On Tuesday, the law…
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August 4, 2026 0

Farm Markets Remain Strong

Agricultural commodity markets may be going through a rough patch, but farmland markets remain strong in the Red River Valley, according to the  latest farm real estate benchmarking study from AgCountry Farm Credit Services. AgCountry Executive Vice President of Business Development Mark Vetter talks more about this report, and some of his key takeaways.  Despite…
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August 4, 2026 0

Much to see at Big Bog Recreational area 

The staff at Big Bog Recreational Area invite you to park this month, as they will be holding some free programming the whole family will enjoy. Christa Drake of Big Bog Recreational Area tells us more.  Drake also tells us more about this hidden Minnesota gem, which is home to the largest peat bog in…
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August 4, 2026 0

Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office at the Clearwater County Fair 

The Clearwater County Fair kicks off on Wednesday, and the Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office will be in attendance. Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson says his office will have spot setup at this year’s fair, in addition to their extra patrols of the fairgrounds.  Halverson also shares some reminders for people visiting the fair, specifically when…
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August 4, 2026 0

Ada City Council Meets

ADA, MN—Monday’s Ada City Council meeting included some good financial news.  Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson says the City’s audit turned out well. The Council also approved levy recommendations for the fiscal year 2027 budget. The Ada City Council also donated $500 to the Kelly Thronson Memorial Barbecue. 


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