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National Corn Growers Association President talks farm bill extension 

National Corn Growers Association President Harold Wolle recently discussed the latest extension of the farm bill which President Joe Biden signed giving lawmakers until January 19 to pass funding bills, and includes a one-year extension to the farm bill. When asked about his opinion of the extension Wolle said the following.  Wolle also highlighted some…
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November 21, 2023 0

Whitney Pittman Wins MN Farm Bureau Federation Award

A member of the R&J Broadcasting family has been recognized for her work.  Whitney Pittman of the Red River Farm Network was named Ag Communicator of the Year by the Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation.  Pittman began her broadcasting career with R&J Broadcasting, Inc and is pleased to have won the award. Pittman says she’s grateful…
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November 21, 2023 0

Ulen-Hitterdal School News

Ulen-Hitterdal’s junior high school Knowledge Bowl team will be in Fergus Falls Tuesday.  Ulen-Hitterdal Dean of Students Ted Critchley has details. Also on Tuesday, there’s going to be a concert at Ulen-Hitterdal. Critchley also wants to remind parents that Wednesday will be a full day of school at Ulen-Hitterdal…as some school districts in the region…
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November 21, 2023 0

Norman County East School eyeing May referendum 

The Norman County East School Board met for their November meeting and the biggest topic of the night was the ongoing talks about a referendum that would take place May of next year. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell shares what the board decided and what the plan is moving forward.  Nudell also encouraged anyone…
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November 21, 2023 0

KRJB Kaleidoscope – Tara Jensen (Wild Rice Watershed)

Listen back to the KRJB Kaleidoscope with Tara Jenson of the


November 20, 2023 0

Jake Bitker – Norman County Raceway Interview

Listen back to the Interview with Jake Bitker of the Norman County Raceway as he discusses the World of Outlaws CASE Late Model Series event that coming to NCR.


November 20, 2023 0

Daisy Hagen Auction for the Arts

On Sunday November 26th the Aurora Center for the Arts will be hosting the bi-annual Daisy Hagen Auction for the Arts in Fosston. Aurora President Abby Pearson shares details on this exciting community event: The auction will showcase many area artists and businesses. This event is a great opportunity to do some Christmas shopping while…
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November 20, 2023 0

Waubun Hit & Run

A woman is hospitalized and a man was arrested after a hit and run accident Sunday night outside of Waubun.  The Mahnomen County Sheriff’s Office tells R&J News officers responded to a reported hit and run at the intersection of Highways 59 and 113 around 8:30 Sunday night.  When officers arrived, there was no victim…
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November 20, 2023 0

Wake the Lakes “Life Hacks for the Week” 11-20-23

Practical Thanksgiving Hacks for this Turkey Day –Use a thermos as a gravy warmer to free up space on the stove. –Use a paper plate as a hand mixer splash guard.  Use the blender whisks to poke two holes into the paper plate and position it over your bowl and your mix. Just don’t overmix…
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November 20, 2023 0

Food For Thought – Jill Chandler (Relate Care Clinic in Grand Forks)

Listen back to the KKCQ Food for Though Program with Jill Chandler of the Relate Care Clinic in Grand Forks from Monday, November 20 2023.


November 20, 2023 0