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MN DNR Wildlife Supervisor discusses  significance of MN Cougar Discovery 

Earlier this month R&J News told you about the first sighting of cougar cubs in the state of Minnesota in over a 100 years. During a conversation with R&J News, Minnesota DNR Northwest Area Wildlife Supervisor Rob Baden talked more about the significance of this discovery and why it’s such a big deal.  You can…
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June 1, 2026 0

This week at Itasca State Park 

It’s going to be a busy week of events and programs at Itasca State Park, and all are invited to see what the park has to offer this time of year. Itasca State Park Lead Naturalist Connie Cox previews some of the programs they have going on this week.  You can go to the Itasca…
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June 1, 2026 0

Ada Public Library Update 

Now that summer break is here, the Ada Public Library Will be holding numerous youth events over the next couple months. Ada Librarian Asha Osborn says they will be partnering with multiple community organizations for programming this month, including the Norman County Historical Society.  June is Audio Book appreciation month, and Osborn says the Ada…
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June 1, 2026 0

With summer temperatures here, people reminded about the importance of hydration 

Summer weather has already arrived in the Red River Valley, and that means area residents need to be taking the appropriate steps in the prevention of dehydration and heat exhaustion. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health shares some things you should keep in mind all summer long.  Merkens says it’s also important to be…
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June 1, 2026 0

Area Law Enforcement participating in TZD Speed Campaign 

The state of Minnesota is in the midst of the 100 deadliest days to be on Minnesota’s roads, and in response, area law enforcement will be participating in a Toward Zero Death speed campaign. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager says that drivers need to be slowing down, as they will likely be getting a ticket…
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June 1, 2026 0

Augie’s Final Coaches Corner – Summer Ball POTW Week 3

Minor Boys:  Levi Dion Major Boys: Axl Mosbeck Minor Girls:  Bee Burmeister  Major Girls:  Emmalyn Bird The full show:


May 30, 2026 0

Local and Regional News, Friday 5/29/2026

A 28-year-old International Falls man has been federally indicted after authorities say he kidnapped a seven-year-old Minnesota girl and possessed graphic child sexual abuse material involving multiple children.According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Joseph Andrew Bragg made his first federal court appearance Thursday, where a judge ordered him held in custody, calling the allegations…
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May 29, 2026 0

Minnesota Soybean looking for area growers to attend Future of Soy Summit 

The Future of Soy Summit is coming up in July, and Minnesota Soybean is inviting area soybean producers to attend. Minnesota Soybean Communication Specialist Mark Askelson tells us more about the summit, and the opportunities for you to attend.  If this sounds like an event you’d like to attend, Askelson explains how you can apply…
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May 29, 2026 0