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BUXTON, ND—Central Valley School’s chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America recently took part in the State Leadership Conference in Bismarck. Of the 13 Central Valley students who competed, four have advanced to the National Leadership Conference this summer in San Antonio, Texas. Central Valley FBLA Advisor Tanner Bickford says all four are seniors.…
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After months of hard work, the Fosston Knowledge Bowl team is officially back to back state champions. R&J News’ Tom Lano talks with Fosston Knowledge Bowl coaches Ron Berntson and Holly O’Shea about the competition this past weekend. Team member Micah Malmanger says there was a lot of pressure on them this time around. Caleb…
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House File 3493, a bill that would address school safety, was brought forward for a vote in the House Education Finance Committee on Tuesday. During a press conference before the vote, bill author Bryan Lawrence (R-Princeton) spoke more about his bill and what it does. Representative Cheryl Youakim (DFL) spoke in opposition of the bill…
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It has been a goal of Hillsboro Public School to bring back drivers ed this past year and now they are one step closer to being ready for the summer program’s return. Superintendent Jon Dryburgh shares the latest on drivers ed after the April 14th school board meeting. There will be shifting in coaching roles…
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As the weather begins to warm and seasons begin to shift, we tend to get outdoors and moving more. Brenda Stallman of Traill District Health Unit provides some tips of how to enjoy the new season safely. Stallman also shares that the Traill District Health team can come to you for different events and activities…
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While the temperatures outside are getting warmer, water temperatures across Northern Minnesota remain very cold. The warmer temperatures can give a false sense of security to people when it comes to water safety, leaving an increased risk of Hypothermia. Carma Hansen of SAFE Kids Grand Forks explains what Hypothermia is and how the body reacts…
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Norman County East FFA will be sending multiple students to the Minnesota State FFA Convention this Sunday. Norman County East FFA Advisor Hannah Baumgartner says they will be sending five students to state convention this weekend. Baumgartner says it’s really exciting to give her students the opportunity to go to state. Norman County East will…
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Spring weather has officially arrived, which means that now’s a great time to get outside and enjoy the outdoors. Lake Bemidji State Park Naturalist Christa Drake says early spring is a great time to visit the park. Go to the Lake Bemidji State Park webpage on the Minnesota DNR website at dnr.state.mn.us for more information…
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It’s Severe Weather Awareness Week, and the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, along with Polk County Emergency Management is sharing advice for what to do if severe weather hits. Jody Beauchane of Polk County Emergency Management says it’s important for residents to know the difference between a watch and warning, as you should have a different…
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The Ulen-Hitterdal Theatre Department will be presenting their rendition of the Disney classic “Newsies” this week, and Ulen Hitterdal Senior Gretchen Bain will be co-starring in this year’s production. Bain tells us more about her role in “Newsies”. Bain says this year’s production features a very fun supporting cast. Bain says this is her fourth…
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