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UM-Crookston Cross Country Sets School Record

The Golden Eagles have set a new record for their highest finish in program history, placing third at the Jimmie Invitational, besting their previous high of fourth at the Augustana Twilight in 2025. The Golden Eagles finished ahead of three teams, all three being from the NSIC. The only NSIC team ahead of the University…
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October 6, 2026 0

Mahnomen City Council Meeting

MAHNOMEN, MN—On Monday night, the Mahnomen City Council voted to start the process to get funding for a road project in town.  Mahnomen City Administrator Taylor Guenther talks about the project. Guenther also reminds Mahnomen residents that ash trees will be removed from the city beginning next Monday, October 12. The ash trees are being…
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October 6, 2026 0

Its National Co-op Month 

It’s National Co-op Month, and Wild Rice Electric is celebrating by promoting the benefits cooperatives have in our local communities. To give a better understanding of what a cooperative is, and their role in rural communities, Wild Rice Electric CEO Tommy Houdek explains what they are, and their history.  Houdek says area residents who are…
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October 6, 2026 0

Adolescent Abstinence

Public health data shows that millions of new sexually transmitted illnesses occur every year. On a recent KRJB Kaleidoscope program, Tammy Carlsrud with Norman Mahnomen Public Health had some good news about STIs. Kaleidoscope airs weekday mornings at 9 on 106.5 FM KRJB and on the KRJB Radio app. 


October 5, 2026 0

Winter Weather Preview

Now that we’ve seen some overnight low temperatures in the 30s, you might be wondering what the upcoming winter has in store for us.  R&J News recently spoke to AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Chad Merrill about what the el nino weather pattern might bring to the Red River Valley.


October 5, 2026 0

Hawley School Year off to great start despite major changes 

There’s been a lot of changes at the Hawley School District this year, whether it be changes in leadership or the opening of their new Middle School, but despite these major changes, things have gotten off to a great start. Hawley Superintendent Jordan Spaeth explains.  For more news and announcements from the Hawley School, tune…
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October 5, 2026 0

Polk County 4-H Joins National Celebration of Leadership, Learning, and Service

From fairgrounds to classrooms, community service to project days, 4-H youth in Polk County are proving they’re not just ready for the future – they’re Beyond Ready. During National 4-H Week, celebrated Oct. 4–10, 2026, local clubs will share how 4-H equips young people with the skills, confidence, and resilience to lead in a world…
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October 5, 2026 0

With deer rifle season less than a month away, Clay County Hunters reminded about new regulations 

The Minnesota Rifle Season is less than a month away, and hunters in Clay County are reminded that there are some major changes in regulations that will be in effect. Rob Baden of the Minnesota DNR reminds hunters that parts of the county will remain shotgun-only,while some will permit the use of rifles.  More information…
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October 5, 2026 0

It’s National 4H Week 

It’s National 4H week, and Norman County 4H is celebrating by promoting the opportunities and experiences that 4H offers to area youth. Norman County 4H member Bryn Jacobson says she has been involved in 4H for a long time, and she shares some of her favorite memories and opportunities 4H has given her.  Jacobson says…
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October 5, 2026 0

Fosston Students Tour Fargo School Stores Ahead of Opening

As Fosston High School prepares for the grand opening of its new school store on November 12, a group of ten students took their planning to the next level with an educational trip to Fargo. During their visits, the group gathered key insights to shape their upcoming enterprise. At Davies High School, they focused on…
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October 5, 2026 0