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Last week of school at Ulen Hitterdal

It’s the last week of school at the Ulen Hitterdal School District, but before students leave for the summer, there’s still plenty to do. Ulen Hitterdal Dean of Students Ted Critchley says one activity happening today is the 4th through 6th grade Musical.  Critchely also shares some information pertaining to graduation, which is set to…
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May 20, 2025 0

People reminded to not blow lawn clipping into street 

Rain is expected to be in the forecast over the next couple days, and this means that homeowners will likely be breaking their lawnmowers out for the remainder of the spring and summer months. However, residents are reminded to make sure their grass clippings aren’t blown into the street. Ada Public Works Director Brian Rasmussen…
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May 20, 2025 0

Beware of ticks and mosquitos 

Mosquito season is fast approaching, and people are reminded that there are things they can do to lower the mosquito population on their property. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health explains what you can do to lower the mosquito population in your yard.  Mosquitos aren’t the only pests you have to worry about this…
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May 20, 2025 0

Perley Grade Raises project progressing well 

Construction is currently underway in Perley, as phase one of the Perley Grade Raises Project resumed earlier this Spring. Tara Jensen of the Wild Rice Watershed District says things are “progressing well”, and she gives an update on the project.  Jensen also reminds travelers about some upcoming detours that will be going into effect soon. …
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May 19, 2025 0

Senate leaders Murphy & Johnson discuss lack of movement in Minnesota House

Last week, it was announced that Senate and House leaders in the Minnesota Legislature reached an agreement on the framework for a state budget bill, but since then talks seem to have broken down. During a press conference on Monday, Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy voiced her frustration with the lack of progress being made…
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May 19, 2025 0

Local state parks hosting multiple Memorial Day weekend events 

Memorial Day weekend is fast approaching, and State Parks across Minnesota will be holding many different events, and programs to kick off summer break. Itasca State Park Naturalist Connie Cox tells us what they have planned for Memorial Day weekend.  Lake Bemidji State Park Naturalist Christa Drake says they also have a full weekend of…
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May 19, 2025 0

Twin Valley Riders Club season now underway 

The Twin Valley Riders Club kicked off their 2025 season this past weekend, and they’re looking forward to a full summer of riding. Twin Valley Riders Club Kenny Olson gives us a preview of the rest of the season, and he encourages you to come out, and see future shows.  Olson says the Twin Valley…
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May 19, 2025 0

Hawley Community Theatre Debuts In June

HAWLEY, MN—There’s going to be a community theatre in Hawley this summer.  Kalee Hansen is the theatre’s director and she explains why she’s starting the community theatre. Hansen tells us when auditions will be held and the play will be performed. The auditions and performance will take place at the Hawley High School Auditorium.  Hansen…
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May 19, 2025 0

Polk County looking to stop the spread of invasive species 

After having Zebra Mussels confirmed in Union Lake for the first time last year,  Polk County is looking to stop the spread of the invasive species to other Polk County lakes. Jacob Snyder of the Polk County Aquatic Invasive Species taskforce gives us an update on Union Lake, and the effects that Zebra Mussels have…
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May 19, 2025 0

Financial Impact Of Leiting’s Dismissal Entered As Evidence

A financial consultant is claiming former Fair Meadow Nursing Home administrator Angie Leiting has lost over $2 million in earnings capacity following her June 2023 resignation….as well as a loss of hundreds of thousands of dollars from a loss of enjoyment of life.  You’ll remember Leiting resigned under fire after several meetings with the Fertile…
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May 19, 2025 0