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Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity 2-8-24

Kevin Pelkey, Executive Director of Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity, reminds us of their ReStore location in Brainerd where you can find great stuff where the inventory changes daily. He also provides the latest plans for their building projects for those that may need assistance in becoming homeowners.


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Northland Arboretum 2-8-24

Trevor Pumnea, Executive Directory of the Northland Arboretum in Brainerd, gives us an update of their upcoming event schedule with regards to our “Spring-like” weather in early February.


February 8, 2024 0

KRJB Kaleidoscope – Brian Rasmussen (Ada Public Works)

Listen back to the KRJB Kaleidoscope with Brian Rasmussen of Ada Public Works.


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KRJB Kaleidoscope – Heather Dufault (Norman County Extension)

Listen back to the KRJB Kaleidoscope with Heather Dufault of Norman County Extension.


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Food for Thought – Kurt Ellefson

Listen back to the KKCQ Food for Thought Program with Kurt Ellefson of Polk County Veterans Services.


February 8, 2024 0

Swenby and Augustine named Region 8A Triple A Award Winners 

Over 30 regional students, and their families gathered in the Beaulieu Ballroom at the Shooting Star Casino on Wednesday afternoon to be honored for their Academic, Arts, and Athletic achievements for the Minnesota State High School League’s Triple A Award. Each School across Region 8A was able to have up to two nominees for the…
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Main Street Bar Owner discusses sudden closing 

After finding out about a structural issue in their building earlier this week, the City of Ada has announced that they will be closing the Ada Event Center and Main Street Bar for an unspecified amount of time starting Thursday. Bar Owner Amber Kroshus says she’s trying to remain positive and is still figuring out…
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Area Organizations Celebrating Giving Hearts Day 

Giving Hearts Day is today, and for many area organizations it’s the most important day of fundraising day of the year. Giving Hearts Day offers charities an online giving platform and encourages people to give to charities they love during a highly promoted 24 hour period. Since the event started in 2008 Minnesota and North…
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February 8, 2024 0

Hillsboro Public Schools Select Dryburgh As Next Superintendent

The Hillsboro Public School Board has announced their selection for the district’s next superintendent. After lively discussion following the final interview, the board selected current Hillsboro Elementary Principal, Jon Dryburgh. The board came to the decision Wednesday night after the conclusion of the interview with Lake Park Audubon High School Assistant Principal, Ben Hannasch. Following…
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