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What is the powergrid and how is it expanding 

Often after a storm or severe weather event, you often hear the term “powergrid” and how it was impacted, but what is it, and how does it work? During the Farm and Field Show, R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier caught up with Minnkota CEO Matt McLennon who answered this question.  While they’re always trying to…
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September 15, 2026 0

New E-Liscensing System in place for upcoming Hunting Seasons

The Minnesota Deer and Waterfowl Seasons are fast approaching, and hunters need to be aware of a number of new changes that are underway when it comes to purchasing a license. Minnesota DNR Wildlife Supervisor Rob Baden explains.  Baden says it’s going to be important for hunters to purchase their licenses and tags early this…
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September 15, 2026 0

Norman County to move back to Judge rotation 

Norman County has seen a number of changes to its court system over the last few years, and it will once again be going through some big changes over the next couple of months. Norman County Attorney Liz Brainard says Norman County will once again be going to a rotating judge system, and she explains…
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September 15, 2026 0

Essentia Health To Host Vaccine Events

As October approaches, flu season is just around the corner and Essentia Health will be taking steps to help the community by bringing back their vaccine walk-in events throughout October this year at several of their clinic locations. Every year the Center for Disease Control estimates the number of children under the age of 5…
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September 15, 2026 0

Ada Resident reflects on life in Nazi Germany 

Coming up later this week, Ada’s very own Annelee Woodstrom will be celebrating her 100th Birthday. While she has been in Ada most of her life, it hasn’t always been home, as she actually grew up in Germany during the rise of Adolf Hitler. R&J News had the chance to talk with Annelee, who talks…
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September 15, 2026 0

Fertile City Council Meets

FERTILE, MN—At Monday night’s regular meeting, the Fertile City Council set its preliminary tax levy for 2027.  Fertile Mayor Brian Nephew tells us what the levy is. Fertile City Administrator Lisa Liden told the Council the proposed budget includes a 3 percent pay increase, plus a 12 and a half percent increase in water and…
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September 15, 2026 0

Norman County Road 19 Repaving Uses New Method

ADA, MN—If you’re driving north of Ada, you may have noticed a repaving project on Norman County Road 19.  What you may not know is the way the road is being repaved is quite different.  Keith Berndt, engineer for the Norman County Highway Department, explains. Berndt says there are advantages to this new style of…
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September 15, 2026 0

New Fall Attraction “Pumpkin Patch Corner” Set to Open Near Red Lake Falls

Red Lake Falls, MN – Fall is in the air, and a new family-driven destination is making its debut near Red Lake Falls. “Pumpkin Patch Corner” celebrates its grand opening this Friday, September 18th. Co-owner Ryan Brumwell says the project started nearly a year ago on a former 10-acre asparagus plot. Building out the plot…
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September 15, 2026 0

Ulen-Hitterdal Students To Hear Anti-Bullying Speech

ULEN, MN—Students in grades 5 through 12 at Ulen-Hitterdal will hear a special presentation Wednesday afternoon.  Ulen-Hitterdal Dean of Students Avery Thompson talks about the guest speaker. You can hear the latest news from the Ulen-Hitterdal School Monday afternoons at 1:10 on KRJB 106.5 FM. 


September 15, 2026 0

Hillsboro & Central Valley Crown Homecoming Royalty

Hillsboro and Central Valley held their coronation ceremonies Monday for this week’s homecoming.  At Central Valley, Drew Connell is King and Paityn Olson is Queen.  Meanwhile, at Hillsboro, McKenzie Ptacek is Queen and Austin Cotton King.  Hillsboro and Central Valley will celebrate homecoming together this week.  There will be a homecoming parade Friday at 1…
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September 14, 2026 0