Lake Park-Audubon School Board Meets
On Monday night, the Lake Park-Audubon School Board held its monthly meeting. Superintendent Dr. Tim Godfrey says one school board member will be leaving earlier than expected. Lynn Kaiser’s seat will remain vacant after the July 18 board meeting. Also on Monday, Godfrey says the budget for 2024-25 was approved. Godfrey talked about where the…
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Clearbrook Summerfest
Clearbrook is getting ready for its annual Summerfest, which starts Thursday. Clearbrook City Clerk Lucie Thompson tells us about Thursday and Friday’s events. There’s plenty to do on Saturday, too. There’s more information on Clearbrook Summerfest through this link: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1004225104684555
Michelle Fischbach On Farm Bill Progress
In the third part of R&J News’ interview with Minnesota 7th District Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach, she was asked about the farm bill and how it’s progressing in Congress. Then we asked where’s the holdup in passing a farm bill? In Thursday’s installment, Fischbach talks about investing in rural America.
Department of Veterans Affairs expands PACT Act Coverage
The Department of Veterans Affairs recently announced that they will be adding three more diseases to their coverage through the PACT Act, which is a law that provides health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to toxic substances. Norman County Veterans Service Officer John Rosenberger tells us more. Rosenberger says the PACT Act just hit…
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More than 500 people have been charged with federal crimes under the gun safety law Biden signed
by Colleen Long More than 500 people — some linked to transnational cartels and organized crime rings — have been charged with gun trafficking and other crimes under the landmark gun safety legislation President Joe Biden signed two years ago Tuesday. A White House report obtained by The Associated Press on the implementation of the Bipartisan Safer Communities…
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History of the Best Drink Ever! Root Beer!
Root beer is considered an ubiquitous beverage in the Unites States, but its modern blend is a far cry from its indigenous origins as a tea brewed by peoples in both North and South America. How did an herbal tea transform into a highly popular, effervescent soft drink commercially sold to the masses as well…
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Wet weather affecting small grains
Months after having potential concerns over drought conditions, farmers across the Red River Valley are seeing some issues in the small grains after the consistent rainfall and mild temps over the last couple weeks. BASF Technical Service Representative Ken Deibert highlights some concerns farmers are seeing across their region in their small grains like wheat…
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Community members in Jamaica for Mission Trip this week
Members of the Ada and the surrounding communities are in Jamaica this week for the St Joseph’s Catholic Church Jamaica Mission Trip. Ada resident and St Joseph’s Church Administrator Terry Steen tells us more about the trip which will see the building of a house for a family in need. Steen also highlighted members of…
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