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A man from Mentor is in custody facing six felony charges after investigators found hundreds of images and videos of child sexual abuse material on his cell phone. 22-year-old Scott Lee Tyler is charged with possessing child sexual abuse material depicting minors under the age of 14. According to a criminal complaint filed Thursday in…
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A new survey from AAA says one in four Minnesotans plans to take a spring break vacation this year.According to AAA, 26 percent of Minnesotans say they’ll travel for spring break in 2026, with most heading out of state, while a smaller number plan international trips. Based on AAA bookings, top destinations include Orlando, Fort…
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It was a busy day for the Ada Borup West Choir Department on Tuesday, as they competed in the Sub-Section 30 Ensemble Contest in Waubun. Ada Borup West Choir Teacher Tanya Kemper says her students did an excellent job and represented Ada Borup West well. Kemper says Ada Borup West is excited to be hosting…
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With winter just about over, deer hunters across Minnesota are looking at the potential impact that our winter weather had on the deer population. Northwest Minnesota Wildlife Supervisor Rob Baden says it was another mild winter, which means that you may see an increased amount of deer on the Minnesota landscape. Baden says this low…
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Living in rural Minnesota has its benefits, but for many people in the region getting to and from medical appointments can often be a struggle, especially for seniors. However, did you know that the Tri Valley Opportunity Council has a program that can help transport you to your appointment if needed? Tri-Valley RTC Program Manager…
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The Mahnomen Band & Choir Department competed in the Sub-Section 30 Music ensemble contest at Waubun earlier this week, and the students showed out. Mahnomen Music Teacher Jill Bisek says her students saw a lot of success at this year’s competition including a “best of day” award. Bisek says the music will not stop, as…
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HAWLEY, MN—If you live in the Hawley area, don’t be surprised if you get a phone call this weekend from the Hawley Scholarship Foundation. The Foundation is holding its 31st Phone-A-Thon this weekend. Nick Birchem, the chair of the Phone-A-Thon Committee tells us about the Phone-A-Thon. Birchem says 50 student volunteers will be making calls…
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Fall may be a long way away, but the folks over at Hometown HOPE in Hendrum are already starting to plan for fall so that they’re ready for one of their busiest times of the year. Hometown HOPE Executive Director Kristi Beyl is excited to announce that they are partnering with Norman-Mahnomen Public Health to…
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The Polk County Sheriff’s Office announced on Wednesday, that they are welcoming a new K9 to the department, after receiving a donation from Mac McDonough. The new K9 named Bo will be partnered with Deputy Titan Engen, and the two will be leaving for training very soon. R&J News’ Tom Lano talks with Deputy Engen…
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News and information from the Waubun Ogema White Earth School District.