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Norman County Commission meets 

Highway Department storage was a major talking point at the Norman County Commission meeting last week. Norman County Coordinator CJ Holl tells us what was discussed and what the commission decided to do.  Holl says the commission also approved a number of tech updates.  Holl says the commission also discussed a number of staffing items,…
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March 24, 2026 0

NMRC hoping to open new facility this summer 

After years of fundraising, the Northern Minnesota Robotics Conference (NMRC) is hoping to open their new facility at the Beltrami County Fairgrounds this summer. NMRC Representative Jesse Frost tells us more about this facility, and how it will be used by NMRC teams across the state.  Frost also highlights some other events the NMRC has…
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March 24, 2026 0

Muskie Boys Prepared For OFSAA A/AA 2026

Across the border, the Fort Frances Muskies boys hockey hit the road for the OFSAA A/AA Hockey Tournament 2026 in Belleville, opening play Tuesday with a 10:15 a.m. matchup against Korah CVS, followed by Sydenham at 3, and wrapping pool play Wednesday morning against L’Essor. Players say confidence is high after a strong season and…
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March 23, 2026 0

Local and Regional News, Monday 3/23/2026

Minnesota taxpayers have an option to receive early payments of their Child Tax Credit.According to the Minnesota Department of Revenue, filers can choose to receive part of their Child Tax Credit in advance when completing their income tax return.Those who opt in on their 2025 return will receive a portion of their 2026 credit in…
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March 23, 2026 0

Hawley Elementary Musical is this week 

Coming up later this week, the Hawley Elementary School will be performing their rendition of “Seussical Jr”. Hawley Elementary Principal Chris Ellingson says they had to do things a little differently this year due to the plethora of students who wanted to participate in this year’s musical.  Ellingson says the influx of students interested in…
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March 23, 2026 0

Moorhead American Legion Project update 

Earlier this year R&J News told you about an expansion project the Moorhead American Legion was looking at doing, and after months of discussion, the project will be moving in a different direction. Moorhead Legion Commander Scott Moen Explains.  If you’re not already, Moen encourages all area veterans and community members to get involved with…
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March 23, 2026 0

Norman County Historical Society gearing up for a busy summer 

After being closed all winter due to their ongoing construction project, the Norman County Historical Society will be looking to kick off summer with a bang, and celebrate their new building all summer long, with a plethora of events and activities. Solvieg Kitchell of the Norman County Historical Society gives us a preview of what…
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March 23, 2026 0

Waubun Students visiting the Twin Ports 

Next week, Juniors and Seniors from the Waubun School will be taking a trip to the Twin Ports to tour some colleges. Patti Degroat of the Waubun Indian Education program tells us more.  For more news and information from the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School, tune into their School News Program on Thursdays at 9:30 AM on…
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March 23, 2026 0