Local Radio
An Extreme Cold Warning is in effect through Noon Sunday for the listening area. Frostbite can be a major risk in these frigid conditions. Kelsey Merkens, a registered nurse with Norman Mahnomen Public Health, says you can get frostbite easily when it’s this cold. Merkens tells us how to know if you have frostbite. She…
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The City of Ada will have to make some big decisions about the public works building project soon, but before they do so, the city will still have a lot of work ahead of them. Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson gives us an update on the project, and what’s coming up next. While she won’t…
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Baked beans are a staple in almost every midwest home, but did you know that this is made possible due to Minnesota and North Dakota dry bean producers? Robert Loggins of Bush Beans tells us more. In 2022 North Dakota and Minnesota were the two largest producers of Dry Beans in the United States, with…
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The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is currently seeking submissions from local artists for their annual Art Exhibit. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about this year’s Exhibit, and what they’re looking for. While the event is in Warroad, Hanel says the NWMAC is seeking submissions from artists all across Northwest Minnesota. To…
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The 2026 Minnesota Legislative Session is less than a month away, and like the past few years it’s expected to be a very interesting year in St Paul. Minnesota Senator Steve Green (R-Fosston) expects that it will be “one of those years” with a lot of unknowns heading into the session. As for priorities, Green…
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The Norman County East School Board approved their 2026-2027 school calendar at their meeting on Wednesday evening. NCE Superintendent Rob Nudell says there are no major changes to next year’s agenda. Nudell says the board also approved an audit services contract. School Boards typically reorganize at the beginning of the year, and Nudell says this…
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The Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council has led a delegation to the Clean Fuels Conference this week in Orlando. Paul Freeman of Starbuck is one of those in Orlando; he talks about the growth of biodiesel. Freeman explains why there is uncertainty. The Clean Fuels Conference wraps up today in Orlando.
2026 is expected to be a tough year for farmers across the country, and many farmers may have to try something new in 2026 to stay on top of dwindling commodity prices. R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier caught up with Minnesota Department of Ag Commissioner Thom Peterson who says producers will need to get creative…
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The Ada Bio Girls Chapter will be kicking off year two of the program soon, but before they do so, they will be accepting new members. Ada Bio Girls Director Tera Johnson is excited to announce that they will be able to double the amount of girls participating in the program this year, and she…
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