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Over MEA Break, local first response agencies, including area law enforcement, fire, EMS, and the Essentia Hospital were involved in a mass casualty training exercise that shut down the area surrounding the Ada Borup West School. The training was hosted by the Ada Police Department, and Ada Police Chief Steve Hager says the training went…
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The Federal Government remains in shutdown, and area food shelves are expected to see an influx in usage once SNAP benefits are halted starting November 1. While the halt in benefits hasn’t started yet, Mahnomen Food Shelf Manager Ramona Miller says they are already seeing an increased usage in the food shelf’s services. Miller tells…
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Every time around Halloween, you see different posts on social media, warning parents about the potential dangers of potentially tampered candy may cause harm to trick or treaters. However, there’s another danger that is much more common than tampered treats, that parents need to take seriously. Carma Hanson of Safe Kids Grand Forks tells us…
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There’s an online competition to determine America’s Best Haunted Destination. Two of those in the running are in North Dakota. Justin Woo, founder of The64.com, which is hosting the competition, says the Old Grand Forks National Guard Armory is one of the two. Unfortunately, neither of the two North Dakota nominees made it to the…
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The Winger American Legion will be hosting three special musical performances over the coming months, and all are invited to attend. Winger American Legion Vice Commander Dean Henney tells us more. Henney also tells us more about the band who will be performing at the Legion named the snowmen. Finally, Henney says the Winger American…
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Winter is fast approaching, and the City of Ada is reminding its cracking down on fall blight so that yards are clean before the snow falls. Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson tells us more. Larson says people in need of assistance should reach out to the city. In other city news, Larson says that their…
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It’s a challenging time for finances in agriculture, and producers across the region are asking how long these financial hardships will last, as they need to plan for the futures of their operations. CoBank CEO Thomas Halverson speaks more on the health of the Ag Sector, and the decisions producers will need to make. Halverson…
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The Waubun Wildlife Club will be celebrating the 2025 Deer Gun Season, with a Buck Contest, and area hunters are invited to participate. Steve “Carrot” Paul of the Waubun Wildlife Club tells us more. Paul says the Waubun Wildlife Club is also looking for new members, and he encourages anyone who’s interested to reach out. …
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The Norman County Commission approved an increase in the county’s solid waste fee, at their meeting earlier this month. Norman County Commission Chair Steve Jacobson tells us how much the fee is increasing and why. Jaconson says Norman County is also seeking ideas on how to spend available opioid settlement dollars. Jacobson also says that…
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ULEN, MN—The Top Hat Theatre in Ulen will be filled with the sounds of the 1970s Saturday night. Kathie Brekke and the 42nd Street Band will be playing Carole King and the Singers of the 70s. Brekke talks about the show. There will also be a costume contest for those wearing 1970s fashions. Saturday night’s…
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