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Andrea Simon takes over as Superintendent of Mahnomen School District 

On July 1, Dr Andrea Simon officially took over as Superintendent of the Mahnomen School District, and she has hit the ground running in her limited time. Simon says she is excited to finally be in the building, and she praised the support she is already getting.  Simon tells us what the next couple months…
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July 3, 2025 0

Mahnomen Road Construction Update

MAHNOMEN, MN—Here’s an update to a story R&J News has been following.  The City of Mahnomen has been preparing for road construction this summer.  Mahnomen City Administrator Taylor Guenther has a progress report on that construction. Guenther was asked if there are any new road closings in Mahnomen. R&J News will keep you posted on…
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July 3, 2025 0

Norman/Polk County Extension News

While many of us are using the Independence Day holiday week as a time for rest or relaxation, Heather Dufault of the Norman and Polk County Extension Office is taking time for education at a conference in Montana. Dufault says it’s good to get ideas from people from other parts of the country. When Dufault…
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July 3, 2025 0

Baesler excited for new journey at Northern Cass School District 

There’s a new superintendent at the Northern Cass School District, as former Hillsboro High School Principal Terry Baesler has completed his first official day on the job. Baesler tells R&J News that he’s very excited for this new journey at a new school district.  R&J News will have more with New Northern Cass Superintendent Terry…
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July 3, 2025 0

Hatton Independence Celebration Begins Wednesday

HATTON, ND—Hatton, North Dakota has so much planned for the Fourth of July, their festivities are starting Wednesday night.  Ben Cigelske, president of the Hatton Men’s Club, tells us what’s happening Wednesday. The Hatton Men’s Club has many more things on tap for Thursday and Friday.  R&J News will keep you posted.


July 2, 2025 0

Goose River Golf Course hosting fireworks show on Thursday

The city of Hillsboro will be treated to fireworks at Goose River Golf Course back-to-back years on July 3rd. Jake Rust of Hillsboro Fire and Rescue speaks to the reasoning behind the date and why everyone should come enjoy the show. Rust says the show will be bigger than ever this year thanks to the…
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July 2, 2025 0

Take a trip to Itasca State Park this Independence Day 

Independence Day weekend is one of the busiest times of the year for our Minnesota State Parks. This is no different for Itasca State Park who will have different events and programs happening throughout the day. Itasca State Park Naturalist Connie Cox gives us a sneak peak into some of their plans for the 4th. …
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July 2, 2025 0

Area Crop Update 

Planting season continues across the Red River Valley, and producers are reporting some very promising crops. Local Producer Tate Petry gives us an update on how his wheat crop is looking, as well as the fungicide application process. Petry says his soybean crop is also looking solid as well, despite some yellowing.  You can listen…
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July 2, 2025 0

Norman County East Construction Update 

The Norman County East School has been closed all summer due to an ongoing construction project that was approved by voters last fall. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell provides an update on the project.  Budgets are always a major concern heading into a project of this size, as Nudell is happy to say that…
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July 2, 2025 0

Prioritize Sun Safety this holiday weekend 

Independence Day is fast approaching, and many will be celebrating outside in the sun. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health reminds people to make sure they prioritize sun safety over the holiday weekend.  While sunburn can be painful in the short term, Merkens says unprotected exposure to the sun can also have some long…
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July 2, 2025 0