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Did you know that Norman County has a Driving after Revocation Diversion program that helps offenders get their license, which leads to safer streets and lower reoffender rates? R&J News had the chance to catch up with Norman County Attorney Liz Brainerd who told us more about this program, and the impact it’s having. Brainard…
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Thirteen proved to be a lucky number for the Veterans Memorial Ride for the Stones as it was one of the most successful rides according to Jeffrey Schermerhorn who organized the event. The riders were also able to avoid any bad weather on Saturday as well. Schermerhorn wants the ride to continue to grow bigger…
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Starting tomorrow, September 10th the American Red Cross is bringing back it’s Quilts ForVeterans project in partnership with Gate City Bank. During this event which will run from the10th until November, local quiltmakers are encouraged to donate their quilts to any nearby GateCity Bank drop off location where the Red Cross will later distribute the…
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The East Polk Heritage Center is now into its 40th year in 2026 and the 40th anniversary willcome with a big celebration this weekend as the annual Heritage Days is going to be filled withactivities across Friday September 11th, and Saturday September 12th. Festivities will include aconcert from the Snowmen at 7pm at the Aurora…
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Options Interstate Resource Center for Independent Living is once again hosting their annual deer hunt for people with disabilities coming up next month from October 15-17 at Rydell National Wildlife Refuge in Mentor, Minnesota. This will be their 31st edition of the event which is designed to help people with disabilities or those experiencing the…
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When people often hear the words agriculture and drought, their minds typically go to the effect that it’s having on crops, but did you know that drought also has a major impact on cattle producers? Tim Kjos who farms near Edgeley says drought is causing many producers to sell their cattle early. At a time…
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Corn and Soybean harvest is right around the corner, and for many area producers there’s a lot of anxiety surrounding this year’s crop, due to the impact the weather has had on it. Corey Hanson, who farms near Gary says the lack of rain has left his soybean crop lacking. Hanson says it’s more of…
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Did you know that the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) has grants available to artists who are going through hard times like illness or injury? NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about this new program called the Emergency Relief Fund. For more information or to apply for the Emergency Relief Fund, go to…
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